Continuing our exclusive series, American Idol vocal coach and arranger Debra Byrd and associate music director and arranger Michael Orland sat down with EW to discuss Wednesday night’s Top 6 performance show. For a decade, Byrd and Orland have been on the front lines with the contestants, from Hollywood Week to the grand finale in May. The two work with the contestants on their respective songs, helping them shine on the Idol stage and in front of a national TV audience. Click through to read their take on this week’s “Songs of Carole King” show, including why Lauren cried...
- 4/28/2011
- by John Young
- EW.com - PopWatch
Remember when "American Idol" producers promised non-restrictive, decade-based theme weeks for Season 10?
Well, Wednesday night the top six sang from the Carole King songbook!
As a way to fill 90 minutes an added bonus, the top six paired off for duets in which the girls sounded flawless and the boys sounded like constipated donkeys. But Omg, the boys are so cute! Brb, power-texting.
Between Constantine, Carole King('s daughter) and Brad Garrett, there were famous faces at every turn in the "Idol" crowd. But I can't go another second without shouting out Penny Marshall in the front row, dressed like Ozzy Osbourne imitating Lady Gaga's "Fame" album cover. Marshall was placed right behind Randy, who was obviously paying homage to Laverne's initial-laden bowling shirt. (That Randy Jackson mensch loves his classic sitcoms.)
Before I go on a rant about showmances, let me quickly remind you to check out "Idol Party Live" at noon Et,...
Well, Wednesday night the top six sang from the Carole King songbook!
As a way to fill 90 minutes an added bonus, the top six paired off for duets in which the girls sounded flawless and the boys sounded like constipated donkeys. But Omg, the boys are so cute! Brb, power-texting.
Between Constantine, Carole King('s daughter) and Brad Garrett, there were famous faces at every turn in the "Idol" crowd. But I can't go another second without shouting out Penny Marshall in the front row, dressed like Ozzy Osbourne imitating Lady Gaga's "Fame" album cover. Marshall was placed right behind Randy, who was obviously paying homage to Laverne's initial-laden bowling shirt. (That Randy Jackson mensch loves his classic sitcoms.)
Before I go on a rant about showmances, let me quickly remind you to check out "Idol Party Live" at noon Et,...
- 4/28/2011
- by Jim Cantiello
- MTV Newsroom
For Carole King night, "American Idol" Top 6 finalist Jacob Lusk took on "Oh No, Not My Baby," a 1964 hit written by King and first recorded by Maxine Brown. Rod Stewart, Cher and Linda Ronstadt have all also recorded a version.
For Jacob, he made it uptempo with the horns blaring and a great scat/riff section. It was a wonderful way to kick off the night. The judges were complimentary - Randy said it wasn't perfect, but the scat section was incredible. Tyler said he loved seeing Jacob finally shake his tail feather and we agree. Seacrest called the fun infectious.
What did you think? Jacob was in the Bottom 3 last week, is this the comeback that is enough to keep him in the competition? We think it might be.
For Jacob, he made it uptempo with the horns blaring and a great scat/riff section. It was a wonderful way to kick off the night. The judges were complimentary - Randy said it wasn't perfect, but the scat section was incredible. Tyler said he loved seeing Jacob finally shake his tail feather and we agree. Seacrest called the fun infectious.
What did you think? Jacob was in the Bottom 3 last week, is this the comeback that is enough to keep him in the competition? We think it might be.
- 4/28/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
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