Round 5 - Tom Jones Bores Us to Death

[Pinkline Jones]

Ho hum another boring introduction from the judging panel - they want to hear people who are going to" rock them" and take it to the next level beyond the last forgettable evening.
This group was a definite improvement from last week but the types who have no concept of the difference between karaoke play offs and a recording career were still content on belting out their own peculiar brands of pathos. So without further ado lets' rip into them!

MARCUS

Marcus was OK (karaoke talk) but visually he would be best described as "just another yobbo face in a footy crowd". Born 4 Ewe a very boring karaoke effort with a stupid pitch change in the latter part of the torture . Marcia suggested in her polite way that he should have done something different - her way of saying "why did you turn up?". Major concern was this guy's eyes - conjured up thoughts of sacrificing chickens and a person that might have their bedroom walls covered in Nikki
Webster photos. A 5/10 effort.

BEN

Introduced himself by telling the viewers that his parents were singing stars in Indonesia - terrific but I still don't have their albums. Gets the award for the worst fashion of the night - wearing a red and black checkerboard jumper that would have gotten him refused entry at most decent RSLs. The song was crap and his performance was karaoke sub-standard. The judges once again lost the plot with Marcia thinking him "lovely". Dicko said it was a wasted performance - it was merely sleep-inducing - better singers at most Bucks Fizz retro gatherings.
4/10

ALEX

This chick started off with a spiel about how she didn't want to be perceived as a blonde bimbo. After all that nonsense she didn't sound too bad. Dicko reckoned he wanted to see more of her personality while Marcia thought she was good. Well she WAS good/ok but as far as idol quality doubtful. 6/10

ANTON

Anthony should have been shot by the judges for choosing to sing this appalling non-song "End of the Road". Absolutel crap. Boyz to Men are trailer trash and not very good at that skill. Anton was superbly dressed for Friday night at the local RSL - and sang as if he was suffering from haemorrhoids for the most part of the song. He sang with his eyes closed so obviously he had even put himself to sleep even before the suffering audience. The consistently inconsistent judges reckoned he was ok but it was a boring performance. 4/10

STU

Pass me the anaesthetic! - a Tom Jones tribute - stated that he wanted Marcia's undies - fortunately Marcia has a lot better taste than this NARCISSISTIC fool and the judges responded likewise - just a Tom Jones copy artist - no original voice - and hence the criticism. Confident performace 5.5/10

PAULINI

Was worried when the girl said she loved Mariah and Whitney - those girls pre wanking good singing aside. Paulini - very good looking and sang really well with "Somewhere" - A 7 out of 10 performance although Dicko wanted to see some personality which was a fair point but the girl's singing was really good. The judges remain perplexing - surely Marcia could have commended the girl's voice instead of saying that the girl was beautiful. Perhaps they're bored? 7/10

RODNEY (COURTNEY)

The drag queen Rodney produced a good effort but this is what these drag queen/gays excel at - they are in touch with their effeminate side and they are really good copiers. Rodney performed brilliantly but its just Priscilla Queen of Lakemba - this is not Idol material. For one the singer needs to esablish the gender and then get on with it. Good entertainer but not Idol material. This show is for males and females -decide what you are which is usually given by the appendages between the legs then sing your song. Good show though 7/10.

RON

Ron met the criteria that all the judges are looking for - had the looks - personality and sang very well. Sang Robbie Williams song very well - nothing better than B grade karoake but good enough to be one of the people to go through. 7/10

Can't remember my marks now as I'm a bit pissed but to go through I'd say Paulini, Rob and Alex.

n.b. I wish Marcia (I love her) would stop telling some of these dreamers that she/he has "one of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard". Marcia doesn't drink as far as I know but when she says this so often I think she should start considering it.

...I'M PINKLINE JONES

[Pinkline Jones]

...okay I'm a bit better now - had a good sleep. Geez I was a little harsh - it was only the excess alcohol kicking in I didn't really mean it.

[Pinkline Jones]

ROB not Ron sorry!

[Daniel]

Guest-Pinkline said:

RODNEY (COURTNEY)

The drag queen Rodney produced a good effort but this is what these drag queen/gays excel at - they are in touch with their effeminate side and they are really good copiers. Rodney performed brilliantly but its just Priscilla Queen of Lakemba - this is not Idol material. For one the singer needs to esablish the gender and then get on with it. Good entertainer but not Idol material. This show is for males and females -decide what you are which is usually given by the appendages between the legs then sing your song. Good show though 7/10.

What the fuck drugs are you on biatch? Could you possibly be more offensive (you might like to try references to "spastics", "abos" or "kikes", they tend to work well)?

And who the hell is this Rodney person?

[trinity]

What the fuck drugs are you on biatch? Could you possibly be more offensive (you might like to try references to "spastics", "ABOSor "kikes", they tend to work well)?

now how offensive is that

[Pinkline Jones]

Daniel Listen Up and Learn,


Rodney or whatever his name was performed very well but you are not going to get a DRAG QUEEN idol that's not what the show's about. The guy is an impersonator not a singer - good at what he/it/she does but that's it. So I haven't set out to offend anyone you goose. And furthermore I don't take drugs so get off your high heels and back to reality. Paulini was the best singer of the night and better looking than any drag queen no matter how much cake mix his mum plasters on.

Did I call anyone a BITCH? No but you did - and to prove you're not open minded you assume that Pinkline is female.

PINKLINE

[sharesse]

the only reason why they think you a chik is cause pinkline jones...PINK= GIRL..think about it

[evy]

Things are getting a bit harsh around here (well, so I've noticed). I hope that what I'm about to write doesn't upset anyone. It's only my opinion...you can choose to disagree.

Here are my 5 cents worth of yesturdays performance:

I thought the group was a definite improvement from the last few groups (don’t exactly agree with the Karaoke play off thing). A lot of untapped potential here.

MARCUS
Marcus’ singing was generally ok. A sweet voice but nothing fantastic. In terms of the overall package, he looks normal, sings generally well. I’d say, 6/10 !!.

BEN
Now, I liked Bens intro, it helped us relate to him better than the other idol contestants. He seems like a genuinely nice guy and has a winning personality.
As to his fashion, though not entirely in, girls like the good boy look (or as Marcia put it "lovely" ) and we know we’ve seen him on better days…so I think he’s a winner for the girls.
Vocally, I thought Ben was very good, a lot of untapped potential here. Unlike a majority of idol contestants who appear to have reached their height of the vocal talent, Ben is only 18 and already has this wonderful voice. On the contrary to Dickos comments- The whole build up to the chorus had a great effect, very captivating, the guy sings with passion and you can feel it. Good song choice.
In terms of idol material, I think Ben has what it takes- looks, appeal, personality and voice. What more could you ask for?
8/10

(as you can see I’ve already made myself a Ben fan. Go Ben!!)

ALEX
This chick started off great- grabbed me at the beginning- but unfortunately lost me halfway through. I love her husky voice, but her performance was rather monotonous for me. She doesn’t seem to be involved her music, too detached, no dynamic variation etc…and as a result lost me in the end. Pity!
In terms of looks, guys drool over her, girls love her hair…but I have to agree with Dicko – lacks personality to appeal the audience.
5.5/10

ANTON
Should not have chosen “End of the Road”… At first I though he sounded okay but the vibrating/tremolo (??) he does with his voice got pretty annoying – It didn’t do much justice to the song, though I must agree that the guy can sing! A pity he isn’t goodlooking. 5.5/10

STU
Confident performer, but too much local gig/RSL/Tom Jones voice – it wouldn’t work well in terms of CD sales.
A little too scary looking to really appeal the girls, but the wolverine aspect does create some interest in the boys. In terms of vocal abilities, Stu has already reached the height of his singing and does not have a very versatile voice. 5/10

PAULINI
I thought she was a very nice, sweet looking girl with this terrific voice. It was a difficult song but she pulled it off beautifully. I don’t think the song chosen did much justice to show off Paulini’s abilities, but her undisputable outstanding voice will guarantee her to the next round. 8.5/10

RODNEY (COURTNEY)
Great performer. She/he’s very sexy, the envy of all women and the dream of all men. A captivating performer, great outfit. However, not a singer…a great drag queen but not idol material but I’d like her to stay around, just for fun. 7/10.
(Like I said earlier, it's my opinion. You can choose to disagree....but if you can, try to avoid calling me a bitch)

ROB
Rob will score high on the looks and personality scoreboard, but in the end it all bogs down to the singing – which he’s not fantastic at. Nothing particularly memorable about the performance, I thought the singing lacked umph. 6/10

to go through I'd say Ben, Paulini and perhaps Courtney

Evy

[sharesse]

i think ben is becoming very popular around here

[kayti]

MARCUS
Lovely voice but a rather boring performance. Seems sweet but he's not Australian Idol material - not good-looking, charismatic or a good enough performer.

BEN
Grew on me throughout the performance - as Marcia said, started small and ended huge. Great voice, great choice of song, loved it.
ALEX

Great husky voice and generally performed the song well, but just not particularly interesting. Lacking that X-factor.

ANTON
Song choice was great and voice is amazing but definitely needs a stylish. Even if he gets through the next round, he won't win.

STU
This guy irritates me. Voice doesn't appeal to me at all, nor does the style of music and his cocky performances.

PAULINI
Lovely! Sweet girl with an absolutely beautiful voice, but as Dicko said, needs to put some personality out there.

COURTNEY (whose alter ego is Shane, not Rodney)
Love her but she's on the wrong show. Simply there for the novelty of it - yes, a good performer, but not a great voice and certainly not the Australian Idol.

ROBERT
Seems sweet. Performed well, good song choice. The judges loved him and I'll bet Australia does too.

I'm hoping Ben and Robert go through (even though that would mean we end up with seven boys and three girls for the top ten)... if not, I wouldn't mind Paulini going through.

[trinity]

ben all da WAYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Fangster]

"this is what these drag queen/gays"

1. Gay people are not automatically drag queens, effeminate or female impersonators. Don't make such generalisations when they are WAY off.

2. Courtney's real name is "Shane". I don't know where Rodney comes from, perhaps you know someone (an uncle) by that name who dolls himself up?

I mean no offense but it is clear you are very prejudice. Courtney did well and you know you can't dispute that so instead you attack HER (the character Courtney is a girl) personally in the hopes everyone else here is bigoted and will agree.

I'm hoping Courtney makes it in during the wild card show!

[Daniel]

Thank you Fangster. Exactly the point I would have made had I not been so riled up by the condescending and, frankly, deeply offensive tone of Pinkline's comments.

Pinkline, you are assuming that I use biatch as a gender-specific term. Don't.

And, again, who is this Rodney person???

[Bullswool]

What are yuz pickin on the pinkline dude cos he was just saying u cant have a drag queen wo is confusd over being a bloke - he shood go to a doctor to get checkt.

[StraightisCool]

Can't beleeve reaction to thuh Pinkline - some of u gay supportas and draggies are just so thensitive. Yuz like taking thu piss from uthas but yuz just karnt take it.