Idol mix and match

It's the annual audition cities clips show; not sure how they can top Atlanta. They preview Hollywood week very briefly, then get to the auditions. Gosh, I hope they repeat that Brothers guy.

Start with a fatty wearing an odd hat and a giant t-shirt, Simon says everything was slightly mad. Amy Davis, who grew up poor, single mom with 6 kids.... Her grandmother's Japanese, odd question for Paula to ask; she is very attractive though. Voice is decent, Randy likes her possibility as does Simon; makes it through, is very happy.

Tiffany, who's one of those church girls with good voices I'm sure, says God gave her her voice. Hmm... her warmups aren't so good. Oh, oh; could be horrible... she seems like a good country girl though. Sings gospel song; very loud, not sure it's melodic though. I'd say no.... Simon says if he was given that, he'd give it back. Ugh; is shushed by someone in the holding area.

A bunch of people who auditioned together. They play up a 'love triangle', two twins--the same girlfriend they say. Sheesh. The chick is totally crazy. To the theme of Three's Company. I think they're both jerks; they do some crazy rap thing; the beat box isn't so bad, kindof interesting; the rapping one forgets his lyrics and is lame. Simon calls it amateurish; nope.

So then the nutty girl goes in with her puppy, who Simon likes, he says he's gonna steal the dog, she says as long as you put me through you can have whatever you want. Jeez, she's bad. The twins outside are saying how she's not good, despite what she thinks. Simon says it was excruciating, she's got this mock outrage thing going on, thinks he's lying. She asks if today's Opposite Dog. He says you're always gonna get your way in life though. Randy says the dog is through to Hollywood.

Some chick who says she's really confident, Carmen Lee McKinney. Hmm, she seems could be bad or good; voice isn't bad though, if a bit loud. Simon says you're too theatrical. Paula says you can sing, mature voice; Randy says yes after some thought; Simon says no, Paula says yes. Hmm, she's actually not arrogant afterwards.

So far this show isn't that good. Plus-size model chick, she's simply fat. But has a nice vibe, good attitude. Joanne Borgella; has an interesting voice, pretty controlled and sincere; definitely big. I like her tone. Paula calls her stunning, loves her tone; Randy says you can sing; Simon just says no.

Alesha Stelzl from Cali, just one of those fake-looking clueless people; gosh, it's an ordeal listening to her, about the most painful ever. She takes lessons, Simons asks by whom? Randy says you should sing a Dolly Parton song. Simon says go learn one, come back. Ryan's goofing around with her mom outside, they go looking for a Dolly song.

Back from break, she learns Islands in the Stream (off a YouTube clip). She is good-natured. It's actually a decent likeness, but she can't sing; not really letting go, kind of between gritted teeth. Paula really like the tone of her voice; and says yes! Randy does too, says it's very sweet, pure tone. Wow--there's always one totally crazy thing every year. Simon says I hate to admit it, but you're right, she does sound like DP, Paula and Randy celebrate. And I like Alesha a lot more than I thought I did based on the way she came across initially.

Some nutty chick does some embarassing strip teaseish thing; some guy sings a song with a bunch of swear words; some guy who says "my aka is". He's nutso beforehand; dumps glitter on the floor. But his tone is interesting, if totally over-the-top. Ugh, he goes nuts on the high notes; it winds up bad. Simon calls it revolting and corny. Randy says you have a voice, but you're not ready yet. They get Ryan in there to help sweep up the glitter. Simon jumps in to help the chick sweeping up, but doesn't know how to use the broom/dustpan.

Clips of Simon not getting people's names; sure, he comes from a country where it's all Tom/Dick/Harry. May be dyslexic as well. Paula says it's his favorite thing that he does. Chikezie Eze is back, Paula totally remembers him from last year. Hey, he can sing, I like him and his voice. Powers through Simon asking him to stop. Simon thinks he's interesting, not his voice. Paula likes him; Randy is indecisive--they cut to Ryan and his parents outside, they seem cool; out he comes with the golden ticket. He's emotional, I like him.

Danny Noriega, last for the night, a pretty-looking boy who if he grew his hair out would be a totally cute chick; he apparently battled nerves last time. Singing Proud Mary, Randy laughs and says of course; he's very into acting out the song, it's hard to take him seriously but he has a good voice, and obviously is into the song. It's pretty good. Simon says he has a really good voice, Randy loved it; Paula likes his unexpected voice.

Thye look back at the seven cities; quick clips of the notable moments. Now that I think about it, there have been a lot of interesting people this year; not so much amazing voices, as life stories.

Ah, Hollywood round; maybe my favorite part of the show. 164 made it; they show past year moments--some new twists, like some of them play instruments.

Joanne Borgella, plus-size model
Danny Noriega, nervous guy
Chikezie Eze, is back
Amy Davis, 1/4 Japanese
Carmen Lee McKinney, theatrical
Alesha Stelzl, Dolly Parton