Citation :American Idol: Who Is Going Home And Why?
Top 7 Prediction By The RTVC Staff
April 19, 2006
Will Kellie's poor performance doom her? Will it all finally catch up with Ace? Is there a "shocker" coming tonight?
The staff writers of Reality TV Calendar once again offer their opinions on who will be going home. You'll see different opinions, but more often than not you'll see a consensus. But if you are a fan of the show you know how difficult it is to predict how the public will vote. Last year we were right more often than wrong. We'll see how we do this year.
Remember we add to this piece throughout the day as more writers are heard from. Stop back later and see what has been added.
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Writer Should Go Home Will Go Home Standout Peformance Who Will Win?
Ron Lemon Ace Young Ace Young Taylor Hicks Kellie Pickler
Christine Toupin Kellie Pickler Ace Young Taylor Hicks Chris Daughtry
Donna Emery Ace Young Kellie Pickler Katharine McPhee Taylor Hicks
Jacob D. Kellie Pickler Elliott Yamin Elliott Yamin Chris Daughtry
ChipLeader Kellie Pickler Elliott Yamin Taylor Hicks Taylor Hicks
Jillian Kuras Kellie Pickler Ace Young Katharine McPhee Katharine McPhee
Marco Magpayo Kellie Pickler Elliott Yamin Taylor Hicks Taylor Hicks
Professor Dan Kellie Pickler Kellie Pickler Elliott Yamin Chris Daughtry
Ron Lemon Says:
Should Go Home - Ace Young
Will Go Home - Ace Young
Two of the bottom three for this week looks like an easy call to me. Ace Young and Elliott Yamin will be there.
For Ace it is a combination of performance and lack of fan base that will doom him. Elliott is the more talented of the two, but he also lacks a significant fan base and will once again be in the bottom three.
I would be shocked if the large and loyal groups of fans that back Taylor Hicks, Chris Daughtry, or Kellie Pickler do not come through for them again. But I admit it is possible. If there is a shocker this week it will be Kellie Pickler's appearance in the bottom three. But I would be shocked and don't really expect to see it this week.
That leaves Paris Bennett and Katharine McPhee to round out the bottom three. Based on performance, both last night and throughout the competition I think Paris belongs in the bottom three.
But regardless of who is in the bottom three it will be Ace's last appearance. He is going home.
Standout Of The Week - Taylor:
This guy delivers week after week. He seems to have resisted the producer's attempts to change him. They had wanted him to dye his air and tone down his on stage antics. But he brought the Taylor energy and style to his performance and as Simon said, it was "magic."
Who Will Win - Kellie Pickler:
I still look for a final three of Chris, Taylor and Kellie. I make that prediction based on how I see the voting patterns, not on talent. However when I look at potential as an entertainer I give the nod first to Taylor and then to Kellie. Chris doesn't bring as much personality and charisma. I'm looking at a final two between Taylor and Kellie. I hope Taylor wins it. But I think Kellie will have the votes.
Donna Emery Says:
Should Go Home - Ace Young
Will Go Home - Kellie Pickler
Ace has been on borrowed time for the last few weeks, and tonight was his Swan Song. I'm tired of wondering where he'll stick that wailing that he calls a falsetto. The title of his song was "That's All", and I think that's what we'll be saying to Ace, tomorrow. And what was UP with the Guy's And Dolls outfit, and the ponytail? Please let this be the last time we have to see him butcher another song.
I know it's wishful thinking about Kellie, but she really was the worst performer this week. (Yes, she WAS worse than Ace!) She was off-key, and totally off track from the song. And if she understood those lyrics, it surely didn't show in her performance.
Standout Of The Week - Taylor Hicks:
I have heard from the beginning that Katharine is the best female vocalist, but haven't agreed. Tonight she proved it. What an amazing performance. Her glorious, sultry voice was absolutely fantastic. Simon was right - she made the rest of them look like amateurs.
Who Will Win - Taylor Hicks:
Oh, he was wonderful tonight! He swept me away and totally entertained me. Though I have to give kudos to Katharine, Taylor has been consistently talented and has most consistently entertained. I am still confirmed member of the Soul Patrol. I am solidly invested in hoping he will win it all, and save us from the Rocker or the Pickle.
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Jacob D. Says
Should Go Home - Kellie Pickler
Will Go Home - Elliott Yamin
I admit. I wasn't paying attention to much of anything during the show. I taped Taylor's, Elliott's, and Ace's performances to watch them back later (which I did), but other than that, I didn't see anyone's performance. I did pick up on a few things though.
From what I heard, Kellie did badly. I noticed she picked a song where she just stood there and sang. Only people with powerful voices can pull off songs like those, or at least those with exceptional stage presence and Kellie has neither. Her voice is only passable and her "stage presence" is that of a ditzy country gal. She said she butchered the song and I didn't hear any praise from the judges so she should go home.
As for who IS going home, it's between Ace and Elliott. Before I talk about their departures, I'd like to comment on their performances. Elliott was sensational, his usual silky soulful self, and I thought he looked wonderful and exhibited charm. Ace...wow. Ace is one of the best looking guys ever and he looked marvelous. He looked clean and sharp in the suit with his hair pulled back (I thought he cut it at first). His performance was quite charming.
After being in such danger for the past few weeks, I think Ace pulled it out for another week. I mean, the majority of people thought he'd be going home last week, but he didn't and now he changes up his look and turns in a solid "Ace" performance. I think Elliott could get lost in the shuffle. If he is, I am a huge Elliott fan and will support him in whatever!
Standout Of The Week - Elliott Yamin:
I'll give this one to Elliott. I thought he was charming and adorable and soulful. I've always thought he was all those things and have been a big fan. If he survives, I look forward to more performances.
Who Will Win - Chris Daughtry:
My opinion hasn't the changed and the judges gave him glowing comments, even Simon.
ChipLeader Says.....
Should Go Home - Kellie Pickler
Will Go Home - Elliott Yamin
This was a tough call this week, as I would place Kelly, Ace and Elliott in the bottom three. I believe that Kelly’s performance was the weakest of the three. I thought she was a bit off-key and perhaps her nerves just got the better of her. Ace’s performance was only marginally better, in my opinion, as I felt his vocals were almost completely overpowered by the band.
However, I feel that Kelly and Ace still have a pretty strong fan base and therefore, Elliott’s performance of “It Had To Be You” may have been an omen. I believe that his competent but charisma-less performance will be Elliott’s ticket home.
Standout Of The Week - Taylor Hicks:
Taylor’s performance of Sam Cooke’s “You Send Me” absolutely sent me through the roof! Taylor needs to release this as a single right now, with “Twistin’ The Night Away” as the flip side (they still do “flip sides” don’t they?). His trademark smooth vocals were complimented superbly by a strong, energetic heartfelt and soulful finish that is vintage Taylor Hicks. The Soul Patrol is in the house!
Who Will Win - Taylor Hicks:
The Soul Man turned into the Magic Man this week and his performance was right on point. Taylor’s joy for performing is contagious and you know he is enjoying every moment of this experience. This guy is the genuine article and there is not a "Hollywood" bone in his body. Taylor continues to be my pick to win it all this season.
Jillian Kuras Says.....
Jillian Kuras Says.....
Should Go Home - Kellie Pickler
Will Go Home - Ace Young
think tonight’s bottom three SHOULD be Kellie, Paris and Ace with Kellie going home. Kellie was the only contestant tonight to have a bad performance. She was clearly the worst of the night and was just painful to listen to. I’ve never been a fan of Kellie’s and I think she should have gone weeks ago. She will not only be safe this week though, she won’t even be in the bottom three.
As for Paris and Ace, both actually did really well tonight. They’ve been inconsistent though over the past few weeks and I think they both have some catching up to do. I also still get annoyed with Paris’s style and how she completely changes it week after week just to fit in with theme. I’m still wondering who the real Paris truly is.
I think the bottom three WILL be Ace, Elliott and Paris with Ace going home. As I just said, Ace did really well tonight. I don’t think it matters though. He’s been flirting with elimination for weeks now and I think tonight his number will be up. I personally hope I’m wrong as there are a few others (Paris, Kellie and Taylor) I would like to see go before him. I don’t see that happening though but hey, a girl can dream. As for putting Elliott and Paris in the bottom with him, it’s really a big toss up. Everyone had a good night with the exception of Kellie so as Simon said, it’s going to come down to who America likes personality wise. Sad but true.
Standout Of The Week - Katharine McPhee:
I will obviously be giving standout performance tonight to Kat. Simon was dead on with his assessment of her performance. It really was in another league. I’ve been praying for a Kat victory since day one and even though I’m still unsure if she can even make it to the finale, I just hope America realizes how truly talented she is. We all know however that this competition has very little to do with talent.
Who Will Win - Katharine McPhee:
I know the chances of Kat winning as of right now are very slim. It's going to be very tough for anyone to break into Simon's top three of Taylor, Chris and Kellie. Katharine is still my favorite though so I will be listing her as the winner until she is eliminated (which will hopefully be never).
Marco Magpayo Says.....
Should Go Home - Kellie Pickler
Will Go Home - Elliott Yamin
This is Kellie's worst ever! She has been someone who we forgive for the mediocrity of her voice because she's quite a lovable ditzy personality (at least for some of us). But this week, none of the great vocals, none of the personality. No saving grace for her this week. It was terrible! She really lacks the smarts in choosing the right songs. I guess that dumb blonde character is for real after all. Simon was right -- Elliot Yamin did not exhibit anything memorable this week, despite the expected vocal flawlessness. We know sweet Kellie is safe...so I think it's down to Ace and Elliot. I would want Ace to be voted out instead. Although this was one of Ace's best, I'm just not a fan of boyband nasal-sounding kind of voice. And his grin and stare may be sexy for girls, but I think he overdoes it and it freaks me out.
Standout Of The Week - Taylor Hicks:
The judges said Katherine was the best this week. I'm a fan of Katherine as well, but I thought she was predictable this time. I've seen Katherine do a lot better. Taylor Hicks, on the other hand, is always just a joy to watch and listen to. I particularly liked his raw, sloppy, happy-go-lucky, "just do what I gotta do" way of ending the song.
Who Will Win - Taylor Hicks:
Taylor Hicks sounds very organic. He seems laid-back in every performance, yet pulls it off. It's as if he never practices; it's so natural. And that's why it sounds authentic.
Professor Dan Says.....
Should Go Home - Kellie Pickler
Will Go Home - Kellie Pickler
Yeah yeah, I know, Kellie probably is safe because of her fan base, but come on-- of all 7 contestants, hers was the ONLY bad song. Frankly, she sucked! If the competition is really about the singing, she should go home tonight. we'll see.
Standout Of The Week - Elliott Yamin:
Except for Kellie, they were all great, but I really liked Elliot's performance. Katherine's was my second pick, followed possibly by Chris
Who Will Win - Chris Daughtry:
It's still his to lose.
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