Judges Choice / Idol’s Choice. (Or was it… TOUCHDOWN fever??)

Sorry for the late entry this week, I went to see Linkin Park at the Ent. Cent. Last night. They were fabulous, not a real fan of their screamo stuff, but that only represents about 20% of their music.

After the train wreck that was last week – I think the idol’s REALLY need to use tonight’s choices to redeem themselves. And that pretty much goes for all the idol’s – not that last week was their fault. But you know …

1. Tarisai – Judges Choice –Can’t Get Enough Of Your Love Babe (Marcia) GREAT choice for T. She came out with a powerful start. I don’t care what anyone says, this girl has all the potential to be an international superstar. She commands the stage, and has the most powerful vocal I think Australian Idol has ever seen. 9/10 – If Tarisai isn’t in the final 2 at the Opera House, I will be bitterly disappointed, and it won’t be fair to her.

2. Marty – Judges Choice – No Woman No Cry (Marcia) This is a great choice for Marty, have been looking forward to hearing this. I think the sing really suits his style, phrasing and intonations. He is looking a little awkward up there again. I can’t say that this was his best performance, although it was fairly enjoyable. 6/10

3. Daniel – Judges Choice –Fragile (Mark) I think I am glad he chose the sting version. He was really good tonight. His voice was strong, even though he wasn’t singing strongly… if you get me. He was stronger than the music.. I liked the fact that he started and stayed behind the mike. Because I think he tends to wander aimlessly around the stage. Great performance, I give that 8/10 – which I think might be the highest score I have given Daniel. That is the most I have ever enjoyed a performance from Daniel.

4. Carl – Judges Choice – It’s Not Unusual (Dicko) Interesting choice for Carl. WOAH!! That was an awesome start, good on you Carl, adding a little spark to the performance with some humour! Carls has shown the most growth over this season. I don’t know if it’s just me – but the one min 30 seems very short. Perhaps they moved into 2 songs per person a little early this season. Regardless, that was a FANTASTIC performance. 9/10 As much as I loved it, I don’t know that it was a TD. But I am still really pleased for Carl. Marcia must be so glad, she saw something in Carl and her faith has proved itself.

5. Matt – Judges Choice – Music Of The Night (Mark) I already know that this is going to be a TD. It is an amazing song, and deserves a TD before even Matt begins. Matt is showing a real depth and talent with this that I think we have never seen. I know mark said he would probably never sing it again… I think he should choose more like this. That was an awesome performance, great vocals and I think that was Matt’s REAL first TD. 9.5/10 I absolutely disagree with Dicko, the song showed exactly what Mark said, but more than inner strength and courage, it showed a new range that he hasn’t shown before. AND good on you, Matt, Dicko is giving you mixed messages.

6. Natalie – Judges Choice – Nothing Compares To You (Marcia) She should be able to do this song justice. Firstly can I just say WHAT THE? The dress is absolutely lovely, and would be perfect…by itself. Those pants are a little tragic. In any case, I keep saying – Natalie is an AMAZING talent, she deserves more recognition that she gets, and she performed this song beautifully. I can just tell that either Kyle or Dicko is gunna rip her to shreds for her fashion though. I hope people don’t focus on that and listen to her voice. I have to admit that it took my focus of her performance. 8/10 I am surprised that all they had to say was about her backside. Maybe it was just me who didn’t like the look. Natalie always dresses a little quirky, normally I like it – I didn’t like it tonight. GREAT performance, however.

7. Tarisai – I Believe In You And Me This will be a good song for her, but let’s face it – what would be a bad choice for her? She looks smashing! Tarisai has amazing control and I just keep repeating myself, I know. But I REALLY like her. This wasn’t her best performance, but I really did enjoy it. 8.5/10

8. Marty – Last Kiss Ok – I didn’t type during this performance, I was mesmerised. That was Marty’s BEST ever. I really enjoyed that performance; I would even pay for that track. I am pleasantly surprised. 8.5/10 (That was a complete LOW blow from Dicko about keeping the emotion story secret, there was absolutely NO NEED for Dicko to say that!! Grrrr)

9. Daniel – From The Sea. I LOVE Eskimo Joe, and I love this track, I just hope he doesn’t kill it for me. As much as I like Daniel, he doesn’t always do these powerful rock songs justice. I don’t mind if everyone disagrees with me, but he hair in the face is too girly for me! I wish he would get a haircut: p While I think that was a solid performance, he still doesn’t lift the roof off. I am sorry to say, but he is my choice to leave tonight. 6/10

10. Carl – Jealous GuyI love what Carl has done tonight. He has shown us other aspects of his personality, versatility and talent. I really “felt” this song, he performed it brilliantly. I think I expect a Tarisai / Matt final 2 at the moment, but Carl (and Natalie) are the dark horses who could sneak up in there. 8.5/10 (Dicko picked up on my sentiments earlier regarding Marcia’s faith in Carl =))

11. Matt – Transatlanticism. I guess I will probably be told off for saying this (again) but I have never heard of this song. I have never enjoyed Matt’s fashion – but I know all the little emo-wannabe’s tenny-boppers like his fashion, so I am not going to say anything more on the matter, but I have to say that up until last week Matt has been lower in my mind than Ben. But I think Matt really proved himself to me tonight. He has a lot of potential. 7.5/10 (I am glad the judges haven’t heard of the song either)

12. Natalie – Umbrella. I recently saw Guy Sebastian perform this song.. and I know that sound weird, but it was great. (If anyone knows a free/easy program to convert MOD files into files that youtube will accept, please let me know and I will show you what Guy did with it). Anyway, I kind of like Rihanna, but at the same time she annoys me, and I can’t exactly say why. BUT… I think what Natalie did with it was absolutely exquisite, turned it into more of a ballad (As GUY did) and it was amazing – her best performance of the season!!! 9.5/10 (I am GLAD the crowd forced the TD out of Mark, I don’t think he would have done it otherwise. As I say, once again – she is under rated, I don’t know why… but she is.) WELL DONE Natalie, you are amazing.

EDIT: I found other people’s uploads of Guy’s concerts: You can check out Guy’s “Umbrella” below:

Link: http://youtube.com/watch?v=3VCWyF7YbkM

This was a fantastic night; it just proves how song choice makes ALL the difference.

Until next time..
Peace and Cookies!
J.d.

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