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American Idol Season 8 Vocal Masterclass Discussion For The Top 3 Results Show: Judges’ Choice and Singers’ Choice


Well, in just a couple of hours or so, depending on your time zone, we will know the names of the two lucky singers who have secured a spot in the Top 2 showcase next week. I am looking forward to this announcement, as well as viewing the wonderful reception all three received at their […]

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American Idol Season 8 Vocal Masterclass Discussion For the Top 3 Performance Show: Judges’ Choice And Own Choice


Each year, I find the Top 3 show to be the most nerve-wracking show of the entire season. Personally, I have always believed that Final 2 are the true stars of the the current American Idol season. The gala Finale centers around their individual and combined talent, allowing them to sell their musical package to […]

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Pre-Show Discussion Topic For American Idol Season 8 Top 3 Performance Show: Adam, Danny, Kris


Top 3 already? Where did those four months go? It seems like yesterday that I was writing those quick recaps during the preliminary auditions. Yet, here we are, moving with trepidation and anxiety toward the Grand Finale next week, as the three remaining singers – Adam Lambert, Danny Gokey and Kris Allen – battle it out […]

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American Idol Season 8 Vocal Masterclass Discussion For The Top 4 Results Show: Rock Music


I thoughts Slash did a wonderful job with the singers last evening. He certainly impressed me with his intuitive and experienced understanding of how these rock songs should be performed. I  enjoyed the rock-themed show  – more than I thought I would! I loved the inclusion of duets into the format – it added increased […]

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American Idol Season 8 Top 5 Vocal Masterclass Article: Music From The Rat Pack Era


By: Rosanne Simunovic Well, first of all, I have to say this music is a blessing for every type of singer. Classic melodies intertwined with meaningful lyrics is always a win-win situation. This week, the Top 5 were allowed to shine through the talented efforts of Oscar recipient Jamie Foxx and the superb sound of […]

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American Idol Season 8 Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For The Top 5 Results Show: Music From the Rat Pack Era


Last evening, Jamie Foxx was a wizard with the singers. I thought he was a superb mentor and demonstrated strong interaction with each of the singers. He seemed emotionally invested in all of them and truly wished them the highest degree of success in their performing careers Overall, it was an enjoyable evening of performances […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8 Top 5 Performance Show: Music From The Rat Pack Era


Tonight’s Top 5 show is a dream come true for yours truly and, I expect, for many of the listeners. The refined, stylish sound that defines both the music and the performers from the Rat Pack Era has proven to be timeless and memorable. I cannot even fathom that the singers will have difficulty finding […]

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American Idol Season 8 Top 7 Vocal Masterclass Article: Disco Music


By: Rosanne Simunovic Disco night!  Time for the remaining seven singers to create a festive ambience and connect with the audience. But did they? For the most part, I found this show confusing and not at all what I was expecting. This statement has both a positive and negative vibe attached to it in that, sometimes, the […]

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American Idol Season 8 Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread for Top 7 Results Show: Disco Music


W ell – tonight’s the night. Two singers will be eliminated this week and, based on performances last evening, it’s hard to make the call. However, with a double elimination, we should gain insight into who has the strongest, most determined fanbase. A shocker elimination is definitely a possibility or it may just end up […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8 Top 7 Performance Show: Disco Music


Tonight’s Top 7 show will be hot! hot! hot! Get out your dancing shoes everyone, because it’s Disco Fever night and and the Idols are going to get down and boogie on that stage.   I hope that all of the singers are up for the challenge because disco music can be difficult for some. You really need […]

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And The Talent Continues On Britain’s Got Talent Via 12-Year-Old Shaheen Jafargholi


Goodness, gracious! What is going on with the ever popular Britain’s Got Talent this season? After watching 12-year-old Shaheen Jafargholi’s extraordinary performance of  “Who’s Loving You”  by Michael Jackson, the producers should rethink the name and call the show, Britain’s Got Superstars! Wow – just wow!  Listen to the crystal clear head voice in this […]

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Britain’s Got Talent Superstar Susan Boyle Truly Is The Stuff Of Dreams


When Susan Boyle opened her mouth to sing “I Dreamed A Dream” from “Les Miserables” during her Britian’s Got Talent audition, no one expected this level of excellence nor this level of pure, unadulterated raw musical passion and fervor. It was quite a moment in time -in fact, for me, time stood still as I […]

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American Idol Season 8 Top 7 Vocal Masterclass Article: Music From The Movies.


By: Rosanne Simunovic I loved this theme, but Quentin Tarantino truly scares me. That face means business and some of the Idols were ready for him and others were intimidated by him. It was also great to see and hear the American Idol band under Rickey Minor on stage, front and center, as they should […]

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American Idol Season 8 Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For the Results Show: Music From The Movies


H ere we go again. Another results night, another elimination. Any predictions? Well, I know it won’t be Adam or Danny – neither have been in the bottom 3. So, everyone else is “up for grabs”. I am really looking forward to Jennifer Hudson’s performance this evening. What a roller coaster ride of heartbreak and […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8 Top 7 Performance Show: Songs From The Movies


Tuesday’s Top 7 show will feature songs chosen from the movies. Whee! What a ride this will be! I can only imagine the potpourri of songs that will be showcased in this televised show. Given the theme, there should be something for everyone and all the singers should have blast with this great format.  And, […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8 Top 8 Results Show: Birth Year Songs


W ell, who is leaving us tonight? Methinks that it’s a guy. It’s time! Ugh! The show is going to get ugly from here on in. Wonder when the judges will use the “save” option? Tonight? Never? However, on the bright side, the charming Kellie Pickler from Season 6 will be gracing the American Idol stage […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8 Top 9 Results Show: Itunes Top Downloads


I am not here, but my blog topic is. Ahh – the wonders of technology and the fabulous WordPress.Com blogging format! As I am traveling and will be in and out of dentist chairs (ugh!)  and wedding apparel stores ( my daughter is getting married in December) over the next  few days,  I am not unable to supply […]

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American Idol Season 8 Top 9 Vocal Masterclass Article: Top ITunes Downloads


By: Rosanne Simunovic Because I am traveling tomorrow, I am giving the readers an abbreviated Masterclass article this week. What you see will be my real time comments after viewing tonight`s show. However, I have one word to describe tonight`s performances -brilliant! For me, all the performances were considerably strong and the individual performers improved […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8 Top 9 Performance Show: Top Digital Music From ITunes


Tuesday’s Top 9 show will highlight an array of top downloaded songs from ITunes. I strongly suspect that the hugely lauded IPhone will permeate all the ads in between segments of this televised performance show.  I mean – come on!   Or is the theme of this show enough of a sales boost for Apple? Either […]

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American Idol Season 8 Top 10 Vocal Masterclass Article: The Motown Era


By: Rosanne Simunovic This week American Idol paid tribute to the fantastic music from the Motown Era. Legendary artist, Smokey Robinson fulfilled his role as guest mentor to perfection by working and weaving  his Motown magic on the remaining 10 Finalists . I would also like to mention how absolutely exciting it was to see and hear Stevie […]

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