Monday, March 16, 2009

American Idol Prequel

This week is Grand Ole Oprey Week. Having lived in Nashville for several years, I feel particularly qualified to tell you what is going to happen.

Adam - Will pick a Johnnie Cash or Hank Williams song, and will make it work
Alexis - Will pick a Patsy Cline song you will soon forget
Allison - Will go rockabilly to something you've never heard before, and will be better for it
Anoop - Doesn't matter - dude is toast.
Danny - I'm afraid actually. He will get through, but something tells me he goes all cornball because it might be funny - but the Opry aint funny.
Kris - Perhaps will pull out a really tender Gram Parsons track - Grevious Angel or $1000 wedding. Solid performance no matter what he does. Through to the next round.
Lil Rounds - We all love Lil Rounds, but this is a challenge for her. Thank God Anoop is here to take the pressure off.
Matt - This time next week you will still be asking, "Who is Matt?"
Megan - Will take her place as America's Darling - perhaps with Dolly Parton song - but that is a bit predictable - I would think Coal Miner's Daughter by Loretta Lynn would be gold. Also, look for a wardrobe malfunction. Get your Tivos ready.
Michael - Will walk off the stage in protest when he learns Chris Gaines is not a member of the Opry.
Scott - This should be in his wheelhouse,but I think he struggles - though the square dancing number that kicks off the results show should be memorable.