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Top 32: Group 4
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TOP 32: GROUP 4

Sylvia Chibiliti: Honestly, I thought Sylvia would deliver a very good performance and would have good feedback from the judges. Overall, Sylvia did a good job (compared to all the other women). I think that she has a strong voice, but just a weird accent or lisp or something. She's definately got a diva look. But wow, i didn't know she was that young. She did talk back to the judges a little, which may hurt her. These contestants don't know how much that will hurt them. Overall, she was good, but I wouldn't pick her to advance.
 
Chip Days: Good stuff, just boring performance. There's nothing great about him, and there's no personality. I think he has a better voice than Rickey, but I somehow like Rickey better. There's not much more to say about him. I don't think he'll advance.
 
Juanita Barber: The only good thing that came out of her was that performance with Rickey. This girl sucks, and is a horrible replacement for Frenchie. I could picture so many more that they could have picked. She blew it! And she ruined a good song. Also, she talked back to the judges majorly. Is she that stupid? Doesn't she know the odds are now even more against her? I guess it's a little bit of comic relief, but damn, she must not be too bright. I doubt she'll make it, in fact, I'd be willing to be money! I don't think anyone would bet against me. But, this was not only the worst performance of the night, but it passed Bettis, Louis, AND Jacob all put in one. Horrible Horrible Horrible! WE WANT FRENCHIE BACK!

Patrick Lake: Being a rock'n'roll fan, he was my favorite, coming into this thing. Now, I don't know if he's a true rock'n'roll fan, but he doesn't sound like a rock star. Definately not an American Idol. I thought this would be one of the better performances, but it turns out it was one of the worst. He's a disgrace to true rockers, and he wouldn't stop doing that rock n roll sign. Also, his sister was kind of annoying. Just a bit. I doubt he'll make it past the next round. I'm really dissapointed, because I liked him in previous auditions. But seriously, how many rockers audition for American Idol?
 
Nasheka Siddall: Does this girl have to looks so mean? And can she take a compliment? I thought she had good chances, but she blew it, again, talking back to the judges. I mean, we're not asking these people to suck up, but don't talk back! And if you are, have a little spunk, like Vanessa. People that talk back never make it past the next round. Or rarely. I think she has a good chance still though. Just because Frenchie is out of this competition, and there is always a boy and girl, coincidentally. But seriously, this competition was meant for Frenchie.
 
Joshua Gracin: Before this, I hated this guy. But now, I'm a big fan! Without a doubt, this was the best performance of the night. I loved the song selection, loved the voice, and the performance was good too. I came in this with little expectations, but wow, he really blew me away. And also the judges. I am 99% sure he will make it through to the next round, or at least top three. From a fellow Californian, he did us proud. But if anyone in this competition has to lose some weight, it's him. Sorry, but that's his only bad quality.

Ashley Hartman: WOW! Her looks are stunning. She's definately beautiful, and she has a good personality to go along with it. Sadly, her voice doesn't quite match up. Yeah, I admit I liked the tone, and I really liked the style, but it was very weak, and she missed some notes too. She's very photogenic too. I think she chose the wrong song. She doesn't have too much soul in her. I think she could have done "Come to My Window." Overall, I think she's beautiful, but just not quite vocally there yet. Out of the women, it's either her or Nasheka. If it goes by the girl/boy theory, she might make it, just because of her looks.
 
Corey Clark: Okay, came in, I thought he would be the Bettis/Jacob/Louis. Turns out that was Juanita. But, he's not much better. He's probably the second worst. I have no idea why Simon sad good things. I was counting on Simon to tell him what was real. Horrible performance. I mean, he missed a lot of notes. Paula liked it, because she's Paula, and Corey loves Paula, as we've seen in the previous rounds. Randy liked it, because it was a Journey song. I think Clay did Journey far more justice than Corey could ever do. Simon, I don't know why he liked this. I thought it was horrible (Am i using that word too much?), and he does not deserve to advance. If it's a girl/boy thing, he'll lose to Joshua. If not, he'll probably come in second place, and he might follow the paths of Justin Guarini, unfortunately.
 
OVERALL:
  1. Joshua: Suprised me from beginning to start. Definately worthy of #1.
  2. Nasheka: Good voice, bad song selection (although I love Yolanda's version), and bad personality
  3. Sylvia: Good technique, but weird voice
  4. Chip: good voice, no personality
  5. Ashley: BEAUTIFUL looks, but no voice
  6. Patrick: No package. Okay voice.
  7. Corey: horrible
  8. Juanita: the most horrible we've heard in years

PREDICTIONS:
TOP TWO
Joshua and Corey
Always a predictable thing. Joshua and Corey both had a massive amount of previous airplay. Also, the judges loved them. Joshua deserves it, Corey does not. Simple as that. If they go by the boy/girl thing, it's gonna be Nasheka. I think that if Frenchie was still here, she'd definately be in the top two. She'd probably get the most votes

TOP THREE
Nasheka (or Ashley)
Nasheka based on talent, Ashley based on looks. It's hard because Nasheka doesn't have a good personality, while Ashley is a sweet girl, with gorgeous looks. I'll give it to Nasheka though.

REACTIONS:
This show is so predictable. Again, anyone and their mom could predict that Josh and Corey were going to make it. If only Frenchie were still here!!! Speaking of Corey... WHY COREY! ANYONE BUT COREY!!! Seriously, Patrick would have been a better choice. Even Juanita! At least she's funny. The show might be predictable, but hey, my wildcard predictions were all messed up. Sadly, we'll never hear the name "Equoia" again. But, back to the wildcard. I don't like the idea how these four strangers are going to be there. We have no idea who they are. But out of the ones we know, I am rooting for Clay and Trenyce. Trenyce deserved Charles spot and is way overdue! Oh well, we'll see you next week. Same time, Same Place. Bye

NEXT WEEK:
Hmmm.... Looks like it'll be a good show next week. Well, for the four "unknown" people, best of look to them, they'll need all they can get. I personally do not like the idea, but hey, if they're good singers, they'll change my mind. Although they have even less attention than Jordan or Trenyce ever did... and speaking of Trenyce, Yay! She's there! I hope she makes it. But Kim C made it past her last time, and will probably do it again. I am happy that Clay made it too. I hope he gets through. Nasheka and Chip are good choices as well. I am sad that they didn't pick Jordan, Equoia, Kim K, or Candice. They were really good, and deserved it a lot.
 
PREDICTIONS: Kim C. and Trenyce
 
WILDCARD PREDICTION:
1.  Kim C
2.  Equoia
3.  Clay
4.  Nasheka
5.  Kim K
 
WILDCARD PICKS:
Today (Tuesday), we don't know who will be in the wildcard show. But after seeing everyone, (I'm assuming Joshua's in the top two this week), I will decide on who I think should be in the wildcard show.
 
1. Candice - Awesome voice. She sounds like something from another time. She needs another chance, with another song
2. Trenyce - Who could have forgotten about Trenyce? Hopefully not. She was in group 1, and that was a while back. She was definately better than Charles and should have been in the top 10.
3. Jordan - Way better than Rickey! But very underexposed. I think he should get another shot.
4. Kimberly K./Kimberly C.: The Kimberly's both have incredible voices, but bad personalities. I think Caldwell is really a bitch. But Kelsey has shown us another side, and I think that the whole mom thing was a missunderstanding. I think these are two good performers though.
5. Equoia/Clay: Equoia had the better previous auditions but blew her top 32 one. Clay wasn't that good before, but was really good with "Open Arms."