American Idol Season 2: All Time Classic American Love Songs
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Free Music Notes for American Idol Season 2: All Time Classic American Love Songs
Free Music Review: Showcases that Talent!
Hit: 5 Stars
Season 2 of American Idol has been and is still quite a ride, and the talent showcased on the show has varied. It's obvious by the performances presented on this cd. Why the theme "America's All-time Classic Love Songs" was chosen, I have no idea. But the result is a great listen. 1. What the World Needs Now Is Love - Performed by the final 10 contestants, this collaboration led by Burt Bacharach is wonderful and heartfelt. The voices of the 10 combine soothingly.
2. Ruben . "Superstar" - This is exact proof why Ruben deserves to be where he is today. His vocal talents are superior, and from the first notes of his voice, the song is wonderful.
3. Clay . "Wings of Love" - I really wish Clay would have performed a different song. This one really doesn't show off the vocals heard on the show. But still, a great performance.
4. Julia . "At Last" - When I first heard this song, I wasn't aware of who was singing it. After listening, I exclaimed "JULIA?!" Her rendition of At Last is great! Probably my 2nd favorite on the cd. Why wasn't she this good during the competition? A good track.
5. Josh . "3 Times A Lady" - Josh's full potential is shown here in this song, I believe. As one of the judges may say, this song was perfect for him. A great cover.
6. Trenyce . "Let's Stay Together" - We've seen Trenyce perform this on the show, and she's even better here on the cd. She's got diva in her voice. Awesome performance.
7. Rickey . "Back At One" - I believe Rickey has also performed this song on the show. Albeit, one of his best performances on the show. Thus making this an excellent choice for this cd.
8. Kim C . "Killing Me Softly" - Kimberly Caldwell's unique voice covers this song in a most awesome way. She has a great voice.
9. Corey . "Open Arms" - Great song choice! Corey has true talent. I like it.
10. Carmen . "How Do I Live" - I really liked how Carmen's "sheep" thing is hardly noticeable during this song. She was my favorite on the competition, and this proves she can sing.
11. Kimberley L . "Over the Rainbow" - This is Kimberley L's song. She has performed it on the show, and it shows her vocal range. I agree with Paula, this girl is sultry. And it works. She's wonderful.
12. Charles . "Overjoyed" - This is the best I've ever heard Charles sing.
13. God Bless the USA - The final 10 collaborate again here. This recently went to be the #1 single in America. No doubt that it was for it is beautifully sung by the contestants.
Although I'm disappointed Vanessa Oliveraz wasn't able to have a track on this compilation, the cd is still one for the fans. And to show off your favorite contestant to your friends. Unless your favorite was Vanessa. Then well, show them a possible recorded tv clip.
Free Music Review: A collection of perfect people singing perfect songs
Hit: 5 Stars
Even though I didn't watch AI1, I have heard tidbits of the contestants there and I definitely say that this bunch has a lot more talent than the 1st bunch. This CD definitely proves it.1. What the World Needs Now- I can't tell you if it's good or not, because I've never heard the original, but I like what I'm hearing. A bit too cheesy at parts. Especially at the end. I love Julia, but it sounds very immature. 9/10
2. Superstar- Ruben was one of my favorites, but this song gets on my nerves. Sorry, Ruben! You should've sang a different song! I really like your new song, Flying Without Wings, I wish they would've let you sing it! This song is way too redundant for you. 7/10
3. Wings Of Love- Clay was my fave in the competition, though he's not my fave on the cd. He did a pretty good job though. It's just that Clay can get real boring and he's the highlight of 'What The World Needs'. It's like the Thompson sisters on American Juniors- they get all the credit for no reason. Oh well, he's a much better singer than them anyway. 9/10
4. At Last- This song rocks! It is my fave on the CD. If you went to the concert, she sang Beautiful, which also shows off her talent. Singing "Beautiful" and "At Last" in the competition could have brought her higher in the competition. I just love to hear Julia's voice. She should've gotten farther. 10/10
5. Three Times A Lady- I was a Josh fan at first. He sort of died down in the competition (Uggh- Disco night). He did OK. This is definitely one of his better preformances- he should sing more country.8/10
6. Let's Stay Together- I didn't really like Trenyce in the show, but she amazed me with this song. And if you went to the concert, she sang "Proud Mary", which made me think she should've won in the competition! Her attitude was a bit "I'm Hot Stuff" though. 9.5/10
7. Killing Me Softly With His Song- Uh-uh, Nope! Sorry, Kimberly (you did really good at the concert singing one of my fave songs, "Stuck"!) but this song does nothing for you. I guess you sound OK, I just don't like the song. 6/10
8. Back At One- Rickey was one of my favorites before he got voted off. I don't see why they voted him off. He did a great job on his last preformance. 9.5/10
9. Open Arms- Uugh...Makes my ears bleed to hear my least favorite Idol sing such a good song! 2/10
10. How Do I Live- Carmen, you rule! Her voice in the competition made me stomp on the TV (almost) but she makes a comeback with this song. I really like her now. 9/10
11. Over The Rainbow- One of the main reason I went to the concert was to hear Kim sing this song. And it was the highlight of my evening. GOOD JOB! 10/10
12. Overjoyed- YES! This song is pretty good. Charles was pretty good and he should have stayed in longer than some people, like Corey. 9/10
13. OK, they did great! This song is good for Josh. GOOD JOB! 9.5/10
I love this CD!
Free Music Review: I am so AMAZED!!!
Hit: 5 Stars
Well this cd in unbelieveable. I am a American Idol fan but I couldn't wait for the cd. Well here is a list of songs and rated1. What the World Needs Now-(4/5) now the thing in this song is that it is well done but it really wasn't the greatest rendition I have heard but it is definetely good because the different vocals. Kinda cheesy at the end with Julia.
2.Superstar-(4/5) Now I am not a fan of ruben but I must say that his voice is amazing for this song.
3.On the Wings of Love-(5/5) Clay sang this song like no other. He makes any song sound amazing. His vocals are phenomenal.
4.At Last-(2/5) I am not sure but I think Julia was cute but her vocals didn't seem that great on the show and this song was pretty but it doesn't sound like her....vocals are decent.
5.Three Times a Lady-(5/5) This song is awesome for Josh. I can't believe that he sang this song so well. His country tone is heard a little bit but not obvious. This shows that he really can sing. Vocals are good.
6.Let's Stay together-(4/5) Now trenyce has great vocals and I am happy that this song is on there but it is the only upbeat song. Her live version is better. What is Trenyce's last name?
7.Back at One-(4/5) Rickey really surprised me with this song. I can't believe that he pulled off this song so well. His vocals are great his upper register sounded great.
8.Killing me Softly with His Song-(5/5) Now I have to admit that this version of the song is just superb. I can't get over that she sang this song. I have fallen in love with this song and her singing it. Her vocals are ontact. This song shows her upp register very well.
9.Open Arms-(2/5) Corey has a ok voice but it kinda gets on my nerves and I love the song but I didn't like his vocals on this song.
10.How Do I Live (Without You)- (4/5) I think this shows Carmen best singing with her voice. You can her her vibrato a little bit in only certain parts but otherwise she totally got rid of her vibrato.
11.Over the Rainbow-(5/5) Kimberley pulls off this song with ease. I love when she first sang it but better when it was studio recorded.l I can listen to this song over and over again. Her vocals are the best of the girls in the competition and this song proves it.
12. Overjoyed-(4/5) Now I wish Charles went farther in the competition I liked his voice and he makes a great version of this song. Stevie Wonder is hard to pull off and I think he did it well. His vocals are good.
13.God Bless the U.S.A(Proud to be an American)-(3/5) I like them singing the song but it just doens't hit me hard like all of them together but it is a good version vocals are well blended
One thing that I am disappointed with is that Vanessa didn't make it onto the cd because I liked her voice also.
Free Music Review: Just a few notes
Hit: 5 Stars
1. What the World Needs Now - American Idol 10 Finalists I would like to state that this was a great way to start the CD. I was really pleased to hear this on the CD, especially since I missed the version on the show.
2. Superstar - Ruben Studdard
As much as I hate to say it, this was my least favorite song on the entire CD. I thought it was way too slow (And too long!)and had no change in emotion. I didn't feel any of the pain this song sings about. After hearing it the first time, I have skipped this track ever since.
3. On The Wings of Love - Clay Aiken
Really disappointed that Clay didn't sing Open Arms, but I thought this was a nice understated version of the song. Great version, proves why he has made it so far.
4. At Last - Julia DeMato
If I had heard Julia sound like this on TV, I probably would have voted to keep her on the show. This was one of the best tracks on the CD.
5. Three Times A Lady - Joshua Gracin
I don't remember him singing this on the show. I still think his best performance was "I'll Be", but not bad.
6. Let's Stay Together - Trenyce
I liked the TV version much better, Trenyce is a much better performer to watch than to actually listen to. Still a great song.
7. Back at One - Rickey Smith
Wow, this is why I felt Rickey was robbed. What a great rendition.
8. Killing Me Softly With His Song - Kimberly Caldwell
Pretty decent performance, right in her vocal range.
9. Open Arms - Corey Clark
When I first heard this, I had to ask myself which of the women were still left, then I looked at the CD cover and saw Corey's name. Now I understand all of the comments about his upper register. His best performance.
10. How Do I Live - Carmen Rasmusen
Way too low, I could barely hear her, she was ok.
11. Over The Rainbow - Kimberley Locke
Awful, the only other track I skip over.
12. Overjoyed - Charles Grigsby
Excellent rendition. This song shows why Charles was the first person selected to the Top 12.
13. God Bless the USA - American Idol 10 Finalists
Great way to end the CD.
For all that too many of the tracks were a real disappointment. I am so glad I bought this CD, as this is probably the last we will hear from at least half of the singers. I recommend if you love the show, you will really enjoy the CD. Great fun to listen to. Music Review: Just a few notes
Hit: 5 Stars 1. What the World Needs Now - American Idol 10 Finalists
I would like to state that this was a great way to start the CD. I was really pleased to hear this on the CD, especially since I missed the version on the show.
2. Superstar - Ruben Studdard
As much as I hate to say it, this was my least favorite song on the entire CD. I thought it was way too slow (And too long!)and had no change in emotion. I didn't feel any of the pain this song sings about. After hearing it the first time, I have skipped this track ever since.
3. On The Wings of Love - Clay Aiken
Really disappointed that Clay didn't sing Open Arms, but I thought this was a nice understated version of the song. Great version, proves why he has made it so far.
4. At Last - Julia DeMato
If I had heard Julia sound like this on TV, I probably would have voted to keep her on the show. This was one of the best tracks on the CD.
5. Three Times A Lady - Joshua Gracin
I don't remember him singing this on the show. I still think his best performance was "I'll Be", but not bad.
6. Let's Stay Together - Trenyce
I liked the TV version much better, Trenyce is a much better performer to watch than to actually listen to. Still a great song.
7. Back at One - Rickey Smith
Wow, this is why I felt Rickey was robbed. What a great rendition.
8. Killing Me Softly With His Song - Kimberly Caldwell
Pretty decent performance, right in her vocal range.
9. Open Arms - Corey Clark
When I first heard this, I had to ask myself which of the women were still left, then I looked at the CD cover and saw Corey's name. Now I understand all of the comments about his upper register. His best performance.
10. How Do I Live - Carmen Rasmusen
Way too low, I could barely hear her, she was ok.
11. Over The Rainbow - Kimberley Locke
Awful, the only other track I skip over.
12. Overjoyed - Charles Grigsby
Excellent rendition. This song shows why Charles was the first person selected to the Top 12.
13. God Bless the USA - American Idol 10 Finalists
Great way to end the CD.
For all that too many of the tracks were a real disappointment. I am so glad I bought this CD, as this is probably the last we will hear from at least half of the singers. I recommend if you love the show, you will really enjoy the CD. Great fun to listen to.