Rock Star: Week 9 and Celebrity Duets
August 30th, 2006 | by Scott |With Patrice gone, all remaining rockers have a chance. But, with last night’s show we see that nothing is certain. I’m afraid that we might see one of my favorite’s go home:
Lukas Rossi–Lithium: If mumbling, incoherent cocky front-men are what you are searching for (and I’m getting the impression that is the case) then Lukas is your man. For the life of me, I cannot see the appeal. Dilana did this in week one and blew the doors off of the place. But then again, she can actually sing. Can anybody help me see why the band likes this guy so much? They talk about range. What range? If he is there guy they will have an even more limited shelf-life than they already have.
Magni–I Alone: Now, here’s a guy who can actually sing. Magni was tremendous bringing energy and vitality to one of my favorite tunes of the ’90’s. I don’t think he has a chance of winning unless they want to go in a more serious direction. He’d be a great choice but Tommy has more pull than Jason, I’m afraid.
Ryan Star–Clocks: This guy has moved into my top 3. He’s my favorite male performer left and last night proved that he has what it takes to be a serious contender. His performance was astounding, hitting the high notes with precision and commanding the stage. I bought his album last week on iTunes and he is skilled at piano rawk, ala Ben Folds or Keane. I’m not sure if Supernova would bring out his strengths, however.
Storm Large–Bring Me to Life: Sigh, I love Storm but I’m afraid she is in danger of going home. She has dropped back in the pack over the last couple of weeks and last night’s song choice did not help her chances. I thought she was incredible but it’s obvious that the band has lost enthusiasm for her. I hope she gets another week but it’s obvious that her days are numbered.
Toby Rand–Rebel Yell: Was it just me or was he channeling Lukas last night? Performance style, swagger and mumbling were hallmarks of this performance. I wasn’t impressed but I still like him. And I’m really beginning to like his chances. He’s likeable, he’d help Tommy score chicks (pulling all the girls on-stage was a shrewd move) and he can perform anything. If they decide that they need a good male vocalist to front their band then he is their best choice.
Dilana–Mother, Mother: Putting the missteps of the last week behind her Dilana showed why she has been the front-runner all year long. She is far and away the best performer and if this band is serious about staying together longer than an album and a six-month tour, then she is the one. Her performance was inspired and one of the best overall of the season.
Here’s how it shakes out to me:
Repeat Performance: Dilana (or Lukas)
Bottom Three: Lukas, Storm and Magni
Going Home: Magni (It could be Storm if they decide to overlook Magni’s repeated return to the Bottom 3)
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In other TV news, did anyone watch Fox’s Celebrity Duets last night? Was that brutal or what? Somebody needs to stop Simon Cowell from creating shows. Stick to American Idol, buddy. That’s what you do best.