Taylor Hicks

As I said on another thread, I'm going to be in the American Idol audience on April 4 with my family and my sister and brother in law and their two kids. We're going to make posters. Any suggestions for what I could put on mine that would be clever and get a little attention? My favorites are Taylor, Chris, and Mandisa.

I thought Taylor's face looked thinner tonight (and mentioned it when I saw him) but his body doesn't. He is definitely the most "soulful" of the group. Loved the song he sang tonight.

Have funn! You could start another thread for catchy slogans. But I would definitely do separate posters for each one. I don't have any ideas off the top of my head.

I thought Katharine and Taylor were excellent, and Chris and Mandisa were very good but like Simon said a bit OTT. It was a rough night overall though -- sorta painful. Lisa trying to do Kelly Clarkson only emphasized her shortcomings. I think she will be done.

SJ, I think you hit the nail on the head. Simon is definitely sending Chris mixed messages. Loved the Taylor song. Thought he was definitely the best tonight.

As I said on another thread, I'm going to be in the American Idol audience on April 4 with my family and my sister and brother in law and their two kids. We're going to make posters. Any suggestions for what I could put on mine that would be clever and get a little attention? My favorites are Taylor, Chris, and Mandisa.

I thought Taylor's face looked thinner tonight (and mentioned it when I saw him) but his body doesn't. He is definitely the most "soulful" of the group. Loved the song he sang tonight.

put "SoWal Loves Taylor" or something so we'll know you

put "SoWal Loves Taylor" or something so we'll know you

Yesssssss

Have funn! You could start another thread for catchy slogans. But I would definitely do separate posters for each one. I don't have any ideas off the top of my head.

I thought Katharine and Taylor were excellent, and Chris and Mandisa were very good but like Simon said a bit OTT. It was a rough night overall though -- sorta painful. Lisa trying to do Kelly Clarkson only emphasized her shortcomings. I think she will be done.

Exactly my sentiments. Katharine, Taylor and Paris. Mandisa has a powerful voice but I just don't see her winning? All of the judges seemed a bit grouchy tonight but I'm sure they were right. Too Far, why are we the only ones that like Katharine? Could it be she's from Tampa and we're biased. I just think she's so comfortable and really connects.

Exactly my sentiments. Katharine, Taylor and Paris. Mandisa has a powerful voice but I just don't see her winning? All of the judges seemed a bit grouchy tonight but I'm sure they were right. Too Far, why are we the only ones that like Katharine? Could it be she's from Tampa and we're biased. I just think she's so comfortable and really connects.

Cork, I like Katharine too, but for some reason, she doesn't get mentioned much I think she's really pretty, and sings great, but I don't see her winning either--heck, I don't know WHO will win..and I'm too tired to ponder this tonite!

Cork, I like Katharine too, but for some reason, she doesn't get mentioned much I think she's really pretty, and sings great, but I don't see her winning either--heck, I don't know WHO will win..and I'm too tired to ponder this tonite!

I hear you! For all I know, chicken little could have won. It will start getting interesting though.

I hear you! For all I know, chicken little could have won. It will start getting interesting though.

Yes, it will be exciting from here on out. I just hope there's better songs in the coming weeks!!

I dont know why Katherine doesnt connect with me. She's gorgeous, probably the best female singer, a good performer, the whole package. Maybe she's just not as much my thing, a bit polished, like Celine Dion. I wish her well though.

Taylor is so much the real deal for me. He is steeped in authentic southern roots, and lives music. I'm such a fan. His pre-Idol CD has some *great* songs on it too.

I dont know why Katherine doesnt connect with me. She's gorgeous, probably the best female singer, a good performer, the whole package. Maybe she's just not as much my thing, a bit polished, like Celine Dion. I wish her well though.

Taylor is so much the real deal for me. He is steeped in authentic southern roots, and lives music. I'm such a fan. His pre-Idol CD has some *great* songs on it too.

I think he's great too. Laid back and definitely southern. He's a good entertainer but I think the hair bugged me from the beginning (isn't that terrible?) but my inclination was that he was older. I thought in his fourties at first. Now, it's like his trademark. They were talking somewhere about his stylists wanting to dye it. I hope he doesn't. It's growing on me. Did you see his little boy with gray already? Wow!

It occurs to me that I am really pulling for underdog Elliott too. He doesn't get much press. He sings great, and just comes off so lovably vulnerable. Seems like someone I'd be good friends with. I hope he continues to grow and stays til the final four at least.

Cork, I like Katharine too, but for some reason, she doesn't get mentioned much I think she's really pretty, and sings great, but I don't see her winning either--heck, I don't know WHO will win..and I'm too tired to ponder this tonite!

Like Katie Blue says, I, too, don't connect with Katharine, even though she is talented, beautiful, and can sing very well. I liken her to the Acura NSX, which most car critics say is too refined -- handles too well, brakes too well, speed is fast, etc. -- you hardly know that driving such a muscle car is a challenge. Honda motorcycles (racing) tend to get the same reviews. Some people just like to feel the slight jar when shifting gears, and the raw and rough burst of power. Those raw voices of Taylor, the big girl, and the young girl, who sings and performs like a 45 year old Sista, are the ones with character that I remember and want to hear more of. Perfection in a voice has no character. For the same reason, I like Taylor's little itchy/quirky motions with his hand and head. I like to see him move around. Picture Ray Charles or Stevie Wonder without a head swagger -- that motion magnifies their soul for the song.

I liken her to the Acura NSX, which most car critics say is too refined -- handles too well, brakes too well, speed is fast, etc. -- you hardly know that driving such a muscle car is a challenge. Those raw voices of Taylor, the big girl, and the young girl, who sings and performs like a 45 year old Sista, are the ones with character that I remember and want to hear more of. Perfection in a voice has no character. For the same reason, I like Taylor's little itchy/quirky motions with his hand and head. I like to see him move around. Picture Ray Charles or Stevie Wonder without a head swagger -- that motion magnifies their soul for the song.

Interesting perspective :scratch: You might be on the money. People like the underdog and like to see the little guy beat the odds. If this is true, then Taylor probably is the favorite. He's very likable and quite good. When I consider who I'd like to see while chilling out in a park, it's definitely him. Better resign myself to the fact that Katharine may not make it to the end. Shame because she is perfection, especially for one her age. Actually, I've likened Taylor to Joe Cocker the way he dances

Interesting perspective :scratch: You might be on the money. People like the underdog and like to see the little guy beat the odds. If this is true, then Taylor probably is the favorite. He's very likable and quite good. When I consider who I'd like to see while chilling out in a park, it's definitely him. Better resign myself to the fact that Katharine may not make it to the end. Shame because she is perfection, especially for one her age. Actually, I've likened Taylor to Joe Cocker the way he dances

While you and I may enjoy Taylor's music, we won't by as many albums as the teenie boppers will of their favorite artist of the week. The winner will appeal to the teenie boppers, not us Thirty-Somethings;-). I can almost guarantee you.

Test question -- Did you vote for any of the contestants? I didn't think so. Neither did I. The teenie boppers will not vote for Taylor because he will remind them of a father like figure. Let's face it, they are looking for a teen star with this show. Perhaps Simon should spin off another show with a focus on adult singers.

While you and I may enjoy Taylor's music, we won't by as many albums as the teenie boppers will of their favorite artist of the week. The winner will appeal to the teenie boppers, not us Thirty-Somethings;-). I can almost guarantee you.

Test question -- Did you vote for any of the contestants? I didn't think so. Neither did I. The teenie boppers will not vote for Taylor because he will remind them of a father like figure. Let's face it, they are looking for a teen star with this show. Perhaps Simon should spin off another show with a focus on adult singers.

Actually last year I was at my place in Tarpon and watching with my parents. My mom started repetetively calling in votes for her favorite which I didn't think was fair. Once was enough. So I picked up my 2 cell phones and put them on speed dial and kept redialing just to offset her votes. But you're right, I'm not that into it. If my presidential votes are any indication, whoever I vote for will lose anyway

So then you're thinking it's one the hunky young guys? Don't know. They're clearly not the best. How bout Rubin? He got the underdog votes. Maybe the oldtimers (30 somethings :funn: ) will kick in towards the end to make sure that justice prevails.

put "SoWal Loves Taylor" or something so we'll know you

:clap_1: or SoWal SoulPatrol!!

Exactly my sentiments. Katharine, Taylor and Paris. Mandisa has a powerful voice but I just don't see her winning? All of the judges seemed a bit grouchy tonight but I'm sure they were right. Too Far, why are we the only ones that like Katharine? Could it be she's from Tampa and we're biased. I just think she's so comfortable and really connects.

Hey Cork, I dunno. What Katie Blue said does make some sense -- she is a little controlled, and doesn't have that sparkling personality that some of the others do. But she is beautiful as well as a beautiful singer. I thinks she will be a finalist, but who's to say?

BTW, the Tampa girl was Melissa McGee. Not my favorite by a long shot. Would not have voted for her even though she was from Tampa. I don't know where Katharine is from. This is neither here nor there but Katharine (with two a's) is my very favorite girl's name, shared by two women I very much admire (Hepburn and Graham) and so that is probably one reason she resonates with me.

:clap_1: or SoWal SoulPatrol!!

I think that's the one! Of course, my family may vote my ideas off the table, but I'll try for this one. Thanks!

:clap_1: or SoWal SoulPatrol!!

YES! There you go Paula. Miss Kitty comes through again!


I missed AI .. ... Forgot about it and was finishing up "Rain Man".


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While you and I may enjoy Taylor's music, we won't by as many albums as the teenie boppers will of their favorite artist of the week. The winner will appeal to the teenie boppers, not us Thirty-Somethings;-). I can almost guarantee you.

Test question -- Did you vote for any of the contestants? I didn't think so. Neither did I. The teenie boppers will not vote for Taylor because he will remind them of a father like figure. Let's face it, they are looking for a teen star with this show. Perhaps Simon should spin off another show with a focus on adult singers.

I'm so happy to hear your insight into this important subject! You are very smart about Idol. Who knew? I voted for everyone that I do not want to go, Taylor, Mandisa, Katherine, Chris, Paris, Elliott and Kellie. Lisa, Bucky and Ace can go bye bye. Katherine will succeed and do great with or without idol. She is soooo beautiful and her voice is awesome. Taylor will be in the final 3. We'll see after that! He is soooo cute and did great last night. Paris is already an idol. She will have no problems! Mandisa will cut a Christian album and do great. So right about Simon's message to Chris. Make up your mind man! I get tired of all the screaming songs but that is what Chris is.
Final 4: Taylor, Chris, Katherine and Paris. :clap_1:

I loved Taylor's song tonight. Sounded like something Van Morrison would sing, and I Van Morrison. Tonight the song selections just didn't do it for me, as Randy Jackson says.

dbuck, Taylor did a great job with the song, but you should give the original artist, Ray Lamontagne, a listen--I bet you'll like him!

elliot i love you, but please do something about the grill. thanks!

Oh, it's horrible. Last week, when we were watching, I said they really need to send him for some dental work.

dbuck, Taylor did a great job with the song, but you should give the original artist, Ray Lamontagne, a listen--I bet you'll like him!

Love, love, love him.
It's so laid back...but all the songs are so good. He only has one album out...right?

Hey Cork, I dunno. What Katie Blue said does make some sense -- she is a little controlled, and doesn't have that sparkling personality that some of the others do. But she is beautiful as well as a beautiful singer. I thinks she will be a finalist, but who's to say?

BTW, the Tampa girl was Melissa McGee. Not my favorite by a long shot. Would not have voted for her even though she was from Tampa. I don't know where Katharine is from. This is neither here nor there but Katharine (with two a's) is my very favorite girl's name, shared by two women I very much admire (Hepburn and Graham) and so that is probably one reason she resonates with me.

You are so right. My parents have been telling me it's Katharyn. What goofs. Will teach me to listen to them Just looked and She's from LA. I think she's got a good career ahead of her no matter what and I can't imagine her not being in the top 3 but Joe does have a point about who does the voting - mostly young girls and old lady's probably. maybe we all need to start voting. You're right, Melissa just didn't have it. My prediction for top 3, a little early:
Taylor, Kathryn and Paris (she's so strong also)

Love, love, love him.
It's so laid back...but all the songs are so good. He only has one album out...right?

Yes, though he just had a live CD come out, so there are 2--1 full-length studio CD and the live one.