If so, have you seen this?? (http://www.williamhung.net/)

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no and that is just weird. i was worried about my rx-8 obsession until i saw that.

HEHEHEHE...that guy was great...the best part of American Idol is the beggining where the worst ones are weeded out...what i truly cannot believe is how some of these people really believe they can sing! when they're told they're tone deaf, they go into denial...

haha.. that guy was awesome!!!

very classy guy. especially when compared to some of the other people who went to the auditions.

Its good to see that he has a following! Also the SNL spoof with Jimmy Fallon was classic!

poor guy

Originally posted by cardinal35
poor guy

Not really- he seems to have orchestrated much of this himself :)

He's a freaking engineer...I saw this episode and that was my first time to watch it ever...my wife is hooked on it...I love the part where he states he has had no musical training...DUH!..

i think it's hilarious..

well I saw (don't ask why I was home watching) him on the ryan seacrest (sp?) show and Simon was on there as well- anyhow, ryan had simon hug him- it was cute- (especially with Simon's reluctance)

http://i.myspace.com/55/98/18955/3972837_l.gif

Like Xero my wife is hooked. She and I watched part of this episode and it was hilarious. I am glad to see that this guy is getting the recognition he deserves. BRx8 that is great.

Yeah, my ahhh wife watches it, so I, uhh kind of saw this guy, you know, in passing....very very funny stuff!

The last show was sooo dead wrong. Amy Adams off and the red-haired kid stays??? I guess I shouldn't complain too much, I've never taken the time to vote myself.

The red-haired guy was awful on the last show. He sounded more like those people from the early auditions shows. I can't imagine how he made it through.

I understand next week is "big band" week, though, and that should be his strong suit, if he has one.

ugh, i can't stand the red haired kid...his only strong point is that he's "different"...he sounds like a mellow lounge singer and that's it, but once you get him to sing anything with emotion like soul, R&B, or Motown, he bombs...his voice is completely monotonous - no highs and no lows...

i'm putting my bet on Jasmine Trias...not only does she have range and control, but she seems modest and very thankful at all the complements she gets...plus she's hot

i think the next to go would either be red or Camille Velasco...Camille has had only 1 good night...next up would be the dancing guy - john peter? i forget his name but he can't stay on tune either...the 3 black girls all have very powerful voices, i have no doubt they'll all last til the last rounds

http://www.banthis.com/pics/willyishot.gif

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Originally posted by Elara
If so, have you seen this?? (http://www.williamhung.net/)

FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, MAKE IT STOP!

I guess if I had to pick between this guy and Britney Spears... I'd take "Chee Bang" any day of the week, and twice on Sunday. :D
Either that, or I'd be found huddled under the front porch with a blunt intrument gouging my ear drums out.

I believe I can fly... off a cliff...

Yes folks, this music makes me want to kill myself.

Who needs F18s and ICBMs when Willy Hung is around -- send him to Iraq.

The last show was so wrong! What's going on. The top three singers receive the lowest votes! Is America that racist! For those not watching, the bottom three this week were all black women that really really sing good. My thoughts are that people are assuming that the best will receive enough votes and people are voting for their favorite underdog, and then after enough people vote for their favorite bottom half person, the top half people end up with very little votes and end up in the bottom half. What ever is happening, I'm on the verge of never watching again because it's so insane.

I wish I could be william Hung :(

After this past show, it's proof that this show is ultimately a popularity contest. That girl Jennifer Hudson who got voted off, was in my opinion that best performance. Thw two guys were god awful, yet still in top group. I no longer hold any stock in this competition, and I rate it more on overall talent from what I hear, and will ignore all voting results. Jennifer Hudson is very good, and I believe she will get a record deal, even though she got knocked off early. The red headed kid, is a joke, and he does not belong there that's for sure. AMERICA ISN"T VOTING ON TALENT that's for sure.

I have watched every episode of all three seasons - yes I'm that pathetic. Anyway, I won't watch it any more after this past Wednesday night. It's either rigged, or people are voting for the worst singer on purpose, or the people voting can't actually hear. Any of those possibilities proves the show is a joke, and I'm no longer interested in seeing the ultimate result.

you know the funny thing is that you all complain but in the end it comes down to the fact that it "is" america who does the voting. That is the name of the show... American Idol.. Not best singer idol not hot chick Idol. its american Idol. Look last year it was between clay and ruben both talented but also both had presence on stage and the ability to connect with a MAJORITY of the populace. obviously Jennifer did not do that. and personally i think almost all the contestants are not connecting with america. no one stands out like clay or ruben did last year.

Originally posted by Kaliken
you know the funny thing is that you all complain but in the end it comes down to the fact that it "is" america who does the voting. That is the name of the show... American Idol.. Not best singer idol not hot chick Idol. its american Idol. Look last year it was between clay and ruben both talented but also both had presence on stage and the ability to connect with a MAJORITY of the populace. obviously Jennifer did not do that. and personally i think almost all the contestants are not connecting with america. no one stands out like clay or ruben did last year.


Good points, K, especially about connecting with America.

"Idols" have always been a mix of talent and "connecting" with their audience (popularity, if you will). Although the black ladies are all very good singers, Latoya and Jennifer sound like a lot of other good black singers The two may be cancelling each other's votes out. Let's see if Latoya ends up in the bottom three again -- some of Jennifer's votes may go to her.

Fantasia has the most interesting voice, IMO, but she really turned off a lot of people a few shows ago when she dissed Simon. Her overall personality turns me off, so I would not vote for her nor would I purchase her music. In fact, I doubt I'd even listen to her music because I'd think of her and move to the next station.

John Stevens is a mystery to me, but he must have the best legion of speed dialers voting for him, because although his voice is pleasant, as pointed out somewhere I read, it's mechanical and lacking real emotion. With more seasoning and maturity, I can see him in the same genre as Harry Connick, Jr.

Rather than whine about how unfair or ignorant the voters are, some very talented entertainer is going to emerge and a very deserving winner will be crowned. Perhaps with the apparent shocking turn of events with Jennifer getting the boot, it will be more suspenseful instead of everyone assuming who the top vote getters will be at this stage of the competition.

Also, think about it, how successful have the past AI winners been anyway? Rueben, Clay, Kelly, etc., so so. I think the attraction of the program is the suspense and drama of whether your favorite performers are going to perform well and how the voters will vote. As far as finding the next true AI, it'd be a shock if a truly big and enduring idol came from the show.

Finally, think about it: How long could AI have continued anyway. This is the third season. Although I suspect AI will be back next year, it's already been good run for a novelty show.

Originally posted by Kaliken
you know the funny thing is that you all complain but in the end it comes down to the fact that it "is" america who does the voting. That is the name of the show... American Idol.. Not best singer idol not hot chick Idol. its american Idol. Look last year it was between clay and ruben both talented but also both had presence on stage and the ability to connect with a MAJORITY of the populace. obviously Jennifer did not do that. and personally i think almost all the contestants are not connecting with america. no one stands out like clay or ruben did last year.


You have a valid point. However, the way they present the show with critics, and how they stress that it's all about talent, and the fact that they give a record deal to the top two people, makes you question the validity. I think we need to accept the fact that this is not based on pure singing talent. The american public simply will not vote that way. Many people cannot watch the show and vote objectively like the judges rate talent. Jennifer doesn't have that vibrant personality and appeal that others have, so her wonderful voice alone could not save her. The fact that there are only two guys remaining also makes many of the american public want to see more variety when coming down to wire as well. If you watched all three seasons, you can realize that the growing popularity of the show is what swings votes, and will ultimately wipe out talent. The whole William Hung thing is proof that this show has become a joke. Nonetheless, it's still fun to watch. I think the show needs to admit that with america voting, that this is indeed just as much a popularity contest as it is a talent contest. That's just the way it is, so we all have to accept it.

My wife's hooked, but I can't bear to watch it for more than three or four minutes at a stretch. Is the red-headed kid still in the running? If so, that's pretty amazing. I finally realized who he reminds me of - Pat Boone.

Originally posted by loco4rx8
It's either rigged, or people are voting for the worst singer on purpose
Apparently the latest craze amongst college kids is to vote for the worst performer just to piss people off. I can only speak for a couple of local colleges, but I heard this first hand from several college kids.

This makes sense. That redhead guy sings slightly better than William Hung and continues to survive. While the three most talented singers get the fewest votes?!?!?

I think it's kind of funny, but I'm not sure the producers feel the same way. Someone's putting up $1,000,000 towards a recording contract for potentially someone who can't even sing.

what the? i'm a huge fan of Jasmine but this is getting rediculous...the entire island of Hawaii must have voted because tehre's no way her performance was any better than Latoya's...now, i don't want to put any blame on Jasmine, she must have some quality about her that people see as an American Idol, but in a purely singing performance context, Latoya has a lot more range and power...

i'm a bit disgusted

Originally posted by BRx8
what the? i'm a huge fan of Jasmine but this is getting rediculous...the entire island of Hawaii must have voted because tehre's no way her performance was any better than Latoya's...now, i don't want to put any blame on Jasmine, she must have some quality about her that people see as an American Idol, but in a purely singing performance context, Latoya has a lot more range and power...

i'm a bit disgusted


I think after that last show they need to call it AMERICAN POPULARITY IDOL. Jasmine is a cutey, but she's just not anywhere near the other singers. She got by on looks, and the fact that she cried. Latoya was definitely my favorite. I think she's definitely the best singer there, with the most consistency and talent. I guess the criticism of this show should stop though, because it's obvious whoever wins really isn't the best singer. It's s bunch of teenagers calling in and multiple voting to manipulate the system, so how can the voting possibly be legitimate. It's ok though, Latoya is gonna get the last laugh, because I bet anything someone's working out a record contract AS WE SPEAK. My girlfriend refuses to watch the show now, and it will ultimately lose it's credibility with the older viewers if this continues. Oh well, it is after a po-pularity contest, so what else would we expect.

damn you east coasters!!!!!


oh well there went the supsense..

Brx8 you are on my list!! :p

Jasmine is a very good singer. Her performance last night just wasn't what it could have been. I want to see Fantasia go. I didn't think she should have gotten top ten. She sings too gospel like and ghetto. No, I'm not saying that because she's black. The over sliding up and down the scales vocally which is so popular today is what I am referring to. Her attitude isn't that great. She seems exicited and happy but she is one of those women who would probably be on cops for a domestic disturbance. I just don't like her. Latoya is very good though. I think it should come down to her and Jasmine.

I can't believe when people cry foul based on race when the black people are in the bottom half. They'll probably do it tonight. Last time Elton John complained. Who's next the NAACP and Jesse Jackson? White people don't do that. Why? Remember what happened last year. Rueben won even though Clay was better. I didn't see a riot start anywhere.

It's strange that I can talk about this because I hate American Idol. My girlfriend likes it. After the bs last year at the end I was 100% convinced that a majority of people wouldn't know good music if a band walked over them.

Just saw it and it sucks! Again totally upside down. But really it doesn't matter who actually is voted #1. Look at Clay v Rubin, Clay is the more successful. Latoya will be more successful than Jasmine, at least for the near future (just adding wiggle room in case Jasmine improves a lot). The bottom line is all 4 will get contracts, and only time will tell who sells more albums. I think they still call it that although it's really CDs and tapes.

Originally posted by Kaliken
damn you east coasters!!!!!


oh well there went the supsense..

Brx8 you are on my list!! :p

you knew better than to read this thread! c'mon, you knew... :D

Originally posted by rotarygod
Jasmine is a very good singer. Her performance last night just wasn't what it could have been. I want to see Fantasia go. I didn't think she should have gotten top ten. She sings too gospel like and ghetto. No, I'm not saying that because she's black. The over sliding up and down the scales vocally which is so popular today is what I am referring to. Her attitude isn't that great. She seems exicited and happy but she is one of those women who would probably be on cops for a domestic disturbance. I just don't like her. Latoya is very good though. I think it should come down to her and Jasmine.

I can't believe when people cry foul based on race when the black people are in the bottom half. They'll probably do it tonight. Last time Elton John complained. Who's next the NAACP and Jesse Jackson? White people don't do that. Why? Remember what happened last year. Rueben won even though Clay was better. I didn't see a riot start anywhere.

It's strange that I can talk about this because I hate American Idol. My girlfriend likes it. After the bs last year at the end I was 100% convinced that a majority of people wouldn't know good music if a band walked over them.

Jasmine is good! Just not in the same league as Latoya and Fantasia. I think Fantasia is the best, but I do agree with her attitude and being on cops. Latoya comes across much classier, but Fantasia adds so much emotion to her songs, maybe that relates to the cops thing. The blues song several weeks ago was very moving to me. It could be a race thing, that's the first thing my wife thought. It also could be too many people voting for thier underdog and not enough people voting for the best. Or it could be that America is that stupid and has no taste. What did Barnum say? There's a sucker born every minute.

I said it before and I'll say it again, more plainly this time. The fix is in.

personally, i never liked Fantasia's raspy voice, but that's just a personal opinion and i do think she's a fantastic singer...i was never a fan of Diana digarmo and i think Jasmine is better than Diana...i felt that Latoyas was still the complete package, a true American Idol when it comes to looks, classy personality, and great singing ability...IMO, Jasmine is a far second place but i have a feeling she will be booted next show because of today's controversy...i think out of the three, Fantasia will end up winning even though i would like Jasmine to win now that Latoya is out

Who do you think votes the most? IT"S KIDS AND TEENAGERS. They vote on popularity plain and simple. Latoya is an older refined singer who should have been recognized and signed to a deal long ago. Jasmine is decent, but lacks a lot in pure talent, but lets remember you don't have to be an outstanding talent to sing and sell records, and since she's very pretty and has a great personality, she'll be just fine, even if she's the weakest link. Fantasia is a great story, an outstanding singer, and has the goods to just get everyone going. Diana is very good too, and just keeps getting better. You can't hold any stock in the voting because YOU CAN VOTE AS MANY TIMES AS YOU WANT, so naturally the best overall talent can never really win. They got what they wanted though. CONTROVERSY, and people talking about it. It seems on the outside this bogus voting may hurt the show, but I am beginning to think it simply adds to this screwed up soap opera world, and will just make the show stronger. I must say though, now that Latoya is gone, i'd be utterly shocked if Fantasia doesn't win. This voting scam will cause the angry people to just call in more, and manipulate the system, and ultimately the network will achieve it's goal. MONEY MONEY and more MONEY!!!!!!!

Originally posted by VikingDJ
They got what they wanted though. CONTROVERSY, and people talking about it.



This voting scam will cause the angry people to just call in more, and manipulate the system, and ultimately the network will achieve it's goal. MONEY MONEY and more MONEY!!!!!!!

So true on both counts.

Damn it. Why'd Latoya have to go tonight? I wanted Fantasia out.

nope..Jasmine needs to go..she has a shower voice...yes it's good but not anyone I would care to hear...she has no range she has to "try" to get to the high's and low's when it just comes so naturally for Latoya, Fantasia, and Diana. Jasmine's last few performances have truly shown her age and that she is an "immature" voice that is in need of aging...kinda like wine, gets better with age. I used to think Diana should go as well but now I think it should be her and Fantasia for the final.

Fanatasia's voice is like a Patti LaBelle and Macy Gray mix...i think it sounds fantastic and she has the personality to go with a singer as well because she can control the crowds, just like Diana and Latoya. Jasmine just has the islands calling in and all the majority voting population behind her...the DAMN teeny boppers that listen to Britney Spears and all the other $hitty, can't sing a tune pop stars...

and that's all from me ...Xero...OUT!!!

The overall winner will probably be Fantasia. Rueben shouldn't have won last year. Why break the trend now? At least they got the first season right.

There are so many groups/singers out there right now that really shouldn't be doing it yet they still sell albums. That is what matters most from a financial standpoint. Unfortunately there are many fantastic singers out there who can't sell crap. Music today is based more on popularity contests rather than talent and that is unfortunate.

It might be better for someone like Latoya not to win -- she will definitely get a contract and may get a better contract with more flexibility than she would had she won!

I'm sure LaToya will be a successful singer even without winning this contest. She seems like a Toni Braxton type, and was always the most polished singer and performer.

Originally posted by rotarygod
The overall winner will probably be Fantasia. Rueben shouldn't have won last year. Why break the trend now? At least they got the first season right.

There are so many groups/singers out there right now that really shouldn't be doing it yet they still sell albums. That is what matters most from a financial standpoint. Unfortunately there are many fantastic singers out there who can't sell crap. Music today is based more on popularity contests rather than talent and that is unfortunate.

I couldn't agree more. I hold no stock in whoever wins, because the world is full of talent, so popularity reigns supreme over talent. Latoya winning would have made this contest legitimate, which we all know is just impossible.

I'm glad to see FOX finally took charge and took Jasmine out. I'm not convinced that was America's real voting. After what happened to Latoya London, there was no way in hell Jasmine was gonna make it through into finals even if every sigle person in America voted for her. Fox needed to same themselves and they did. Nice job guys. The scam is was definitely on. :)

My understanding is the Hawaii contestants received a time-zone benefit. The shows are really live in the central time zone (where I am) and I assume in the Eastern time zone but not in western and hawaiin zones. When my two hour voting window begins, the first hour is shared with the eastern coast and the second hour I presume is shared with Mountain people. When Hawaii gets their two hour window it's shared with no one else. Assuming the phone system can only handle x calls per minute, then the total number of votes that can be cast is 120x. Whatever 120x is, I would rather be in a pool of 10 million people trying to call than a pool of 100 million.