Jan 12 2009
American Idol starting Tomorrow
I don’t know about everyone else, but every time around the same time this year I start really anticipating the new AI season. I’ve been pretty let down for a few seasons when less than mediocre singers somehow made their way up into the top 12 (think Sanjaya). However, last season was definitely one of the best for me, and although I would have rather seen Archuleta win over Cook, the performances of them both were well worth the watch and the wait.
Seems like they’ve gotten a new judge this year also to sit alongside the other three. I was really hoping that Paula Abdul would be booted and that someone new had taken her place, but it looks as if there are going to be 4 judges, and Abdul and her quirky ways are here to stay. I’ve not read up too much on the new judge because I kind of want the element of surprise when I watch the season premiere, but I am just hoping with all my might that she isn’t another Abdul. A female Simon might be great for the show though.
I’ll definitely be back tomorrow with my armchair critique of the latest episode, but until them I hope all other AI fans enjoy the two hour premiere tomorrow!
I think the Sanjaya issue is one of the biggest let downs for me as a viewer, but I also like the fact that some AI “also-rans” are actually doing better than the winners in some seasons.
Great blog!