What's up guys?! It's Mikalah Gordon here from season four of American Idol. I have been given the opportunity, thanks to AOL, to give you a weekly blog of my thoughts and opinions of this years A.I.
Now, enough chit chat, lets get on with the gossip.
As I sat in front of the TV eating the best enchilada in the world, I heard a familiar song that took me right back to my audition two years ago. My heart started beating and my palms got sweaty. It was the A.I. theme song. I must admit I was kind of nervous. I never realized how dramatic that intro song could be!
Minneapolis was the first stop. Ten thousand people lined up, but in the end, only 17 people were lucky enough to make it through to Hollywood. Now, question: How do you choose 17 people out of 10,000? Well, watching some of the auditions, it wasn't too hard to make the decision.
We started the night off with Jessica Rhodes, who happened to adore singer/songwriter Jewel -- who just happened to be last night's guest judge. Coincidence? I think not. Though Miss Jessica seemed very driven and determined, she was a tad bit emotional. I'm not into criers but I guess, what IS American Idol with no drama right? Unfortunately, Jessica was the first of many to be rejected.
Next we had Troy Benum. Troy, who never saw the No. 1 show in the world, let alone America (could Ryan have said that one more time?) felt he had a lot of talent. He brought his Amish love, but the judges just weren't feelin' it. REJECTED.
More auditions continued after the break, going from bad to worse. Having people consider themselves to be the next Mariah Carey and arguing with the judges when told they were tone deaf, to a man dressing up as a boxer, proving he could really "knock this audition out." As things slowly went down hill, a little light came through.
Sixteen-year-old Danish Jackson appeared on the screen. Singing "And I'm Telling You," she showed great confidence and poise, proving she would be moving on to the next round. I did like her. Keyword, DID. It may sound harsh, but I am so over the sob story. I am sorry you were a crack baby, but get out there and just sing. Allow your voice to carry you, not sympathy. Other than that, I do think she will continue to go far.
A few others who were selected for the bright lights were Perla Meneses, who has a strong resemblance to Shakira and Jared Faller -- who is in the Navy and felt it neccessary to wear his uniform. He must have run out of clean clothes. Rounding out the crew: 16-year-old Matt Sato, who sang "California Dreamin'," but has no support from his family and spent all of his money on his school show choirs; Rachel Jenkins, who as well wore Army fatigues and sang "His Eye Is On The Sparrow" slightly sharp; and Sarah Krueger, who sang the most original song yet, "Somewhere Over The Rainbow." : )
It truly was a dramatic night with Jason Alexnader finishing things off with his Irish jig and politely telling the judges to "F-off" after crying on his mother's shoulder. I am looking forward to tonight. Hopefully Seattle's got what it takes. Peace out. M
[Mikalah Gordon was a contestant on the fourth season of "American Idol." Visit her Web site, mikalah-gordon.org.]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
1-17-2007 @ 3:21PM
Danny said...
I don't blame Jared for wearing his uniform. He won the "Reagan Idol" competition that was held to determine who would represent their carrier division. What better way to represent them?
On the other hand, Rachel the "reservist" was not representing a unit and probably should not have worn her fatigues.
Just my opinion.
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1-17-2007 @ 3:21PM
Melissa said...
Mikalah! I totally loved you on AI! I thought you had the best personality and style (aside from vocals). Can you let us know what you're doing now?
Great review. I thought they really butchered the Minneapolis episode, and made us look like idiots. Only two people who went through are actually from Minnesota, but EVERY talentless idiot they showed was from Minnesota.
Based on the previews, it seriously looks like they hired a mental institute to bus their patients to the Seattle auditions, so I blame the producers.
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1-17-2007 @ 3:28PM
Jonathan said...
Good lord. Am i the only one who's already sick of hearing about AI? Do we really NEED 26 American Idol blog entries?! Enough already.
I know it's probably the most watched show ever but it's just ridiculous the amount of AI stuff there is on the first few pages of my beloved TVsquad. Stupid Americans. :p
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1-17-2007 @ 3:34PM
Tt said...
It's Minneapolis. You had a few too many letters in there.
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1-17-2007 @ 3:52PM
WHB said...
The best moment of the evening was Matt Sato... his voice is awesome... he's cute... and he has a kind heart. He fell apart when his mother said she was proud of him... he's obviously been waiting to hear that from her for a while. Way to go Matt.
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1-17-2007 @ 4:12PM
Tim in Augusta said...
I agree that Matt Sato's segment was the best of the night. I missed the early part with the back story and came in on him singing and I was glad they put him through.
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1-17-2007 @ 5:18PM
malren said...
"and Jared Faller -- who is in the Navy and felt it neccessary to wear his uniform. He must of ran out of clean clothes."
Real nice and respectful. No wonder America hated you.
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1-17-2007 @ 5:35PM
J. Free said...
Ok, so here is the deal. If Cinematical is going to be having these guest bloggers (likely thanks to AOL's demands), then the least the editors can do is.....edit. Granted, these people are singers (theoretically), not writers, so they can't be expected to have perfect grammar and language skills, but that is what editors are for. Please, please proofread these posts before they go up. As a Cinematical regular, I would appreciate it.
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1-17-2007 @ 5:51PM
Michelle said...
Mikalah! Great job on the blog darling! I look forward to hearing your opinions!
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1-17-2007 @ 8:53PM
Kristin said...
Look at you, girly, all blogging for AOL. Lovin' it. I can't wait to read more.
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1-17-2007 @ 9:15PM
Tara said...
MEEKY BABY
you did an amazing job on this
i wish more people understood your sense of humor
keep it up fabulous :)
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1-17-2007 @ 10:34PM
Devon said...
Mikalah, I'm excited to see what you've gotta say this season on AI! Keep up the good work :)
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1-17-2007 @ 10:36PM
sam said...
MIkalah was right about that whole uniform deal. I am in the navy myself and ya he won the Reagan idol competition which he was sure to let us know. I think thats great but i also think it is disrespectful to were your uniform to a dumb reality TV show trying to get America to help you win. He is standing as a singer "NOT a SOLDIER!"
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1-17-2007 @ 11:55PM
Karsh said...
Something told me that I didn't need to actually watch these AI audition shows since damn near every blog online would at least make a slight mention of it. But these blogs from the AI losers? Oh no.
No. No. No. No. Hell no.
I've said it before and I'll say it again TVSquad...BRING BACK THE AI CHATS! And while you're at it, have Mikalah and her AI ilk traipse on through -- we'll need sarcastic fodder for the commercial breaks.
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1-18-2007 @ 8:35AM
Brandy said...
YOU GO GIRL...I am proud of what you have become! You have an AWESOME personality and that is what gets you anywhere in life! All the haters out there you guys are just jealous! Get a life and be happy for people that have made something of theirselves! I am proud of you and I can't wait to see what you say about the top 12...
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1-18-2007 @ 11:16AM
Bryce said...
Wow, awesome job on your blog! You did a great job and I am very proud of you! These idiots go on here and think they know what they are talking about when they try and insult you but, what do they do? Nothing. They go on the internet with a bag of greasy potato chips that they smear all over their keyboards and read everyones blogs and try to put them all down. They have no lives, you on the other hand have soooo much going for you. You can do it all sing, act, and write. One person says, "American Idol losers". He is obviously half brain dead because he must have forgotten how many people audition for the show. You are a star and YOU ARE AMAZING! Keep it up boo! I love you!
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1-18-2007 @ 4:41PM
Michelle said...
YOU are fabulous! I love your sarcastic remarks even if people don't understand them - the ones you love and know love you do! Plus we are sick sick people and think the exact same way as you! Now go on and be your bad ass self and write us another one to make us laugh! I love you baby boo boo booo! I miss you too!
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1-18-2007 @ 4:42PM
Christine said...
Hey,girl!
I think your fabulous and can't wait to read what you have to say! :)
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1-18-2007 @ 5:30PM
Andrea said...
Mikalah!!I loved you on American Idol and i can't wait to see what you have to write about the show:) Im not a good writer but i do agree about the sob stories and uniforms...it's about your voice.
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1-19-2007 @ 1:58AM
michelles friend said...
oh mikalah you sure are funny....your observations were quite accurate as i saw them...The one thing that I would like to mention is that I thought that the judges were rude nasty and over the top....They get paid alot of money to sit there and judge.....Then to mock people is just sad.....I agree with quite a few posters.The AI obsession has become ridiculous...Everyone has a blog, an opinion.....Oh well, thats America for ya. We are all entitled to our opinion...I agree with poster# 13...No uniform...i agree with poster # 17. Your sarcastic humor is just funny....To me anyway......and to poster #7 Marlen...wow.....why the hell would this person spend so much time writing you if they hated you so much??? weird i'd say..oh come on marlen tell us the truth...YOU are an american idol reject aren't you??come my friend you can tell us ....Who are you really???? and why are you wasting your energy on people you dont like.....I think you also are hilarious...however get your AI facts straight marlen...only half of America did not like Mikalah....I bet she looses sleep at nite because some anonymous asshole calls her names....NOT....You probably are the one loosing sleep because you are just too bitter. calm down dear one the medication will kick in soon.......maybe one day you will be fabulous and then you will identify yourself as i would love to meet you.....well, miss gordon as Michelle said.....go on with your bad self...stay true to yourself....and laugh......always laugh because life is a joke......sorta like American Idol....but you know it did open doors.....so keep giving us your info as you make me laugh...and lastly I really would like to congratulate this seasons top 12 and the many that came before them and I hope success befriends all of you.....peace....
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