ERD50
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This was certainly a great season with all contestants being very strong.
I disagree. IMO, some are stronger than others, so one starts looking at it in relative terms. But in absolute terms, there is much better talent out there, and I'd like to see it. The teeney-boppers text and text and their favorites move up, regardless (maybe to the detriment of) their actual performance talent. And I'm also betting that since many serious performers would not want to subject themselves to that inane voting process, AI is NOT getting the top talent that is out there.
...he's getting paid 18 million a year for his stint on Idol.
Sure, but did he earn a COLA'd pension on that?
I loved Haley's duet with Tony Bennett last night. Their voices blended beautifully. He did a pretty good song and dance performance for an 85-year-old, too.
I love Tony Bennett, but for the past 10 years his voice is just not doing so well (great considering his age though). I find it a bit painful to listen to him now, being aware of just how great he was. I've heard interviews with him recently, he clearly enjoys it, and people pay to see him, so why not? And he gets to share the stage with pretty young things, what's not to like?
Haley did very well with the jazz tune, she's strong in that area. That might actually be one of her best performances, as she didn't overdo it (gotta keep it classy when you duet with a legend like Tony Bennett). I bet her Dad was really proud of that moment!
Here's the clip - it was fun to watch again -
YouTube - Haley Reinhart & Tony Bennett - American Idol Season 10 Finale Results Show - 05/25/11
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