I happened to miss the actual broadcast because, silly me, I went and got sushi with some friends. So here I am, many hours after the fact, watching a VHS taped version of tonight's show. Is it just me or did they lower "No Boundries" for Kris tonight? It sounds way better. Still, his performance doesn't quite have the impact other "Idol" finales have had, for me. True, he's good. But, Adam is a better vocalist. Perhaps some critics (my astute Aunt Mary for instance :) ), say that his career would be better served without an "Idol" album weighing him down, and I agree with that. The principle of the matter is that the best singer lost. That doesn't jive with what at least Simon says the show is supposed to do - find a superstar.
A few weeks ago, Entertainment Weekly did an Adam Lambert cover and since my roommate let me read all her subscriptions, I immediately flipped to the accompanying story. To my disappointment, the story focused solely on the impact of a potentially gay idol. True, Adam's vocal chops were praised but at the time, I suppose I didn't realize what a widespread issue that posed. My dad, not really an "Idol" watcher but a pop culture follower in general, actually told me the other night that he thought that might affect some viewers. I guess I'm just voting for a good singer, not a political stance. Modern criticism is much the same way, my other roommate (the dude one that the gal one is marrying; another entry) rightly pointed out: it's always looking for the angle. Sometimes, and I've told teachers this even with my feminist arguments and historical leanings, I want to base my thoughts purely on the aesthetic. How beautiful is it? Or, how ugly is it? Ah, such is life.
So, here. This is why I love Lambert:
So I disagree with you... Yes I know my opinion may come from a bias point of view and yes my heart and soul melt every time I see that adorable Kris Allen and yes his voice and artistic abilities somehow make my heart and soul melt even more when he opens his mouth to sing.... but we must remember... It is not JUST a singing competition. It is called, AMERICAN IDOL. The show where the American people get to pick who THEY WANT. Adam is killer talented but I think his album will be filled with nothing but they same. He has trouble singing different styles, using his voice in different ways and honestly I am sick of the high screaming. WE GET IT! You can sing high like those 80's rockers! (Which i think he would be great as the role of Stacie Jaxx in Rock of ages on BWAY) His acting career and bway career are going to take off. He is best when he can do the same thing over and over again... hence why he is in theater. He will make money and be popular... but i think ultimately Adam will end up back where he started, musical theater. Which I also have a suspicion may have been his overall goal to begin with. Look at all the Idol contestants who are taking the bway stage. ADAM has NEVER done an actual bway show.... tour, LA, Vegas yes... but bway is the BIG BIG time. American Idol will get him there no doubt. Good job Adam.
ReplyDeleteKris on the other hand, one is an amazing singer. I actually hear the words to his songs and feel what they mean. That terrible song that was written for the winner is proof of that. I realized once Kris started to sing it on the final performance show (after adam just had) that I hadnt heard a word of what adam sang. Kris can reach ppl. He obviously has if he won. Second, he is a musician and composer. His music is, in my opinion, amazing! And his arrangements are breathtaking! Ain't no sunshine... right there... best version i ever heard!
Anyways my overall point is that, YES it is a singing competition but it is a singing competition where America can choose the kind of artist/vocalist they like. The 2 final contestants are both amazing... but both so different that I do not think you can compare one being a better singer than the other. (This comes from someone remember who is a singer and actor....)
One more thing, I think Idol with their voting process should only allow ppl to vote once. Then we would really see who's America's idol... I still think this season it would have been Kris.
Just my thoughts. <3
I disagree....I voted on the basis of whose CD I would actually buy when it came out. I will buy Danny's and Kris's because I love their voices and the music they do but not Adam's. He has a good voice but his style is "not my cup of tea". Heck I'll even buy Kris's Christmas CD if he makes one!
ReplyDeleteI HOPE KRIS MAKES A CHRISTMAS CD!!! THE WOULD BE THE BEST EVER! And krissy, I too liked matt alot. (BUUUT Kris has always been my number one) :)
ReplyDeletePS come to colden on sunday!