Archive for the ‘American Idol’ Category
Being Balladeer
It’s hard not to feel protective or defensive of an artist about whom you feel so passionate. It’s also hard not to make comparisons, almost always a misguided proposition. That’s why when Adam Lambert appeared on the cover of Entertainment Weekly toward the end of the season eight American Idol competition as the crown certain, ...
Clarkston, MI – August 18, 2009
DTE Energy Music Theater CONCERT & VIP REVIEW:Grand Rapids & Clarkston: A Newbie No More! by Betsy SET LIST: 01. Touch My Hand 02. Waiting For Yesterday 03. My Hands 04. Somebody Out There 05. Works For Me! 06. A Little Too Not Over You 07. Don’t Let Go 08. Barriers 09. Apologize 10. Zero Gravity 11. Crush 01 TMH HQ thanks to kristynlovesarchie 01 TMH HQ thanks to TheBlankPage22 01 ...
Sunshine and the Lava Bomb
“My heart’s still pounding, David. I’ve got chills up and down my arms. The sun’s never going to go down on you because you bring out so much sunshine in everyone throughout the whole world through your singing. And, David, that was a beautiful, beautiful stunning performance.” This was Paula Abdul’s typically gushy comment after ...
A Look Back – American Idol Season 7
David’s first solo tour is nearing it’s close. We’ve watched every performance — in person or on YouTube — with rapt attention, dissected every gesture, every jump and dance move, each hunkerdown, head turn and glory note. And we’ve reveled in the growth and unleashing of David Archuleta. So how far has he come? Take ...
An Open Letter to David
Dear David, I realize that you were never–or at least almost never–in it for the win. But it may still take some time for you to realize how fortunate you are to have avoided the heavy mantle of “American Idol.” You’ll understand someday that your potential for legitimacy on your own terms is vastly improved without ...


