Video: NewsOK.com: American Idol finalists from season 8

July 31, 2009 by Owlki  
Filed under Danny Gokey, Interview, Video

http://www.newsok.com/multimedia/video/31267216001

Thanks to the GokeyGang!

Dee’s AI Tour Recap Tampa FL

July 31, 2009 by Amy  
Filed under AI Tour

Step back to Top 10 of the season. I have never paid this much attention to this show.So much talent in this group. My favorite did emerged with this soulful,raspy,sweet-tone & powerful voice. Hello – heart meets soul connection. Even loved those dance moves. Just a raw natural talent. Yes, became a Gokegirl!  Trying to think of the “moment” – Oh, I don’t know each moment he sang.
Being a Dannyfan – I’ve experienced these “firsts’. This is my TOP 10
  1. Cast my first vote ever. (I’ve watched 4 of 8)
  2. Bribed my kid to help vote, mostly with food
  3. Sent a fan-mail or rather a sweet birthday card
  4. I follow twitter
  5. Read blogs – not sure this was a good thing
  6. Discovered Fanwars – too much said about people you don’t even know then add the personal projections placed on these singers – unreal
  7. To like a song I don’t care for, “Stand by me” change it up, one of my favorites
  8. Cried when voted off – it’s not like it happened to me yet felt like it
  9. Awaken the fangirl – never before taken interest in a performer
  10. Buying a future CD and I haven’t even heard it
Impressions of Tampa show  7/28/09
Didn’t watch any videos of idols(on purpose) except Danny, couldn’t help it.
Michael – Nice quality voice. I wish the band would let me hear him. I’m drawn to him, there is a joyful & kind spirit about him. Very charming and handsome man.
Megan – Maybe an acquired taste. The more I see her the more I like her, she is unique. AI does her injustice,she is not Jessica Simpson,Amy Winehouse, or a barbie doll. Let her be MEGAN.
Scott - He was wonderful, he does have a nice live voice. He is at home on the piano & plays very well.
Anoop – Super cool smooth vibe to him. Cuts a nice tall & lean figure on stage. At first impression, you think people are booing him, but his euthusiastic fans are calling his name.
Matt – This is a fun-loving guy. I thoroughly enjoyed his set. He just brought you along with his music. Nice spark to him, just made me smile.
Allison – A firecracker for sure. The girl can rock your socks off.(saying reflects my age) It’s true, she is beyond her years. As she grows will only get better.
Lil – Powerful voice  – works that stage. She is a strikingly gorgeous lady. Being a mom, she has that figure that you love to hate. I believe she has the whole package.
Adam – If you like over the top staged, explosive, bold, performance mixed with lots of sexual overtones, this is your man. He does his own thing whether you like it or not. People do react to him.(throwing bras, handcuffs, & whips) A commanding presence with the range of his voice that fills the arena.
Kris- I will admit it, there is a part I resented he won. Gotta say he did impress me. He is likeable enough.His voice is stronger than I thought, plays instruments well, actually has a little rocker in him. Do I think he should have won, probably not, I know get over it. But, on this night he was as deserving as any one else.
DANNY To us Dannyfans he is our American Idol always will be. It’s not just the voice with the pretty face. But appreciate the man who has shared some honest moments with the peeps. It’s not about perfection but a genuine person who connects with others on a caring level. This would explain people wanting the Danny hugs. We don’t know him but he is like us (just most of us can’t sing). Do I think he had the best voice on AI? actually I do think that. But, he has a God-given gift that will be used for a great purpose. I had my fangirly hat on this night. Just fun to breakaway from the routines of the day. I wish he had felt better. His sweet voice still filled the rafters(I was in nosebleed section). Sorry that the Florida sun did a little dance with your skin. Btw, you should have a dance partner on Maria Maria. I enjoyed all the songs with the glow-sticks, hand waving, and yes even some screams – I had plenty of company. All in good fun. Your fans care about you and want you to succeed. May God smile upon you – be gracious to you - give you peace. We are in this together, so let’s keep on dreaming.
Last thought: It was great fun to watch these young people pursue their dreams. My belief is everyone of them have the talent to find a place in this world.

Tulsa Today: American Idol review and rare photos

July 31, 2009 by Amy  
Filed under AI Tour

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Gokey did amazing renditions of “PYT,” and “What Hurts the Most,” and as well as songs such as “My Wish.”

via Tulsa Today – American Idol review and rare photos.

MJ: Rena’s American Idol Tour 2009 Tulsa Re-cap

July 31, 2009 by Amy  
Filed under AI Tour

Danny is much better live than on TV. He got quite the applause. The song I was looking forward to was “Maria Maria” which is one of my favorite songs. And he met my expectations on that song. He was really into the music and having so much fun. Danny’s vocals were perfect for the Latin-pop sound and his salsa dancing was quite good. Why didn’t he do this song on the show during one of the more open-ended theme weeks is beyond me. I think he really would have honored his wife if he had sung something Latin influenced. I also see why he’s a motivational speaker because everyone got a taste of it. He spoke about not letting tragedy define who you are and put you down from achieving your dreams. His final two songs put me to sleep. “Maria” was the highlight for Danny Gokey.

via Rena’s American Idol Tour 2009 Tulsa Re-cap | mjsbigblog.

MJ: Michael’s American Idol Tour 2009 Tampa Re-cap

July 31, 2009 by Amy  
Filed under AI Tour

Danny comes in to the “PYT” intro, and rocks it out with his powerhouse vocals on full display. “Maria Maria” was good, even with the clumsy dancing. “What Hurt the Most” was one of his best during the season, and he doesn’t disappoint with that as his third offering. He gives a brief inspirational talk before taking on “My Wish.”

While he gives terrific performances on each, I can’t help feeling that it’s really redundant to have 2 slow Rascal Flatts songs in a 4-song set! I think most would like to hear him leave the stage with more oomph, and if it couldn’t be a more rocky number, I’ve always wondered how he’d do on Christina Aguilera’s “Hurt.” (Before you call me crazy, give that song a listen and tell me Danny wouldn’t tear it to shreds. Just sayin…)

Grade: A-…unbelievable voice, set list needs some tweaking

via Michael’s American Idol Tour 2009 Tampa Re-cap | mjsbigblog.

AINow: Danny Gokey Spread The Love Fan Vid

July 31, 2009 by Amy  
Filed under Danny Gokey, Video


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKhnQFhaZ3s

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Good Morning, Gokey Girls! 7/31 Discussion

July 31, 2009 by Amy  
Filed under Discussion

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Gokey Morning! Thought of that yesterday LOL. Last discussion thread of July!

Video: Fox29 WFLX TV: American Idol finalists in the spotlight

July 31, 2009 by Owlki  
Filed under American Idol, Interview, Video

By Rachel Leigh

SUNRISE, FL (WFLX) – The finalists from Season 8 of American Idol gathered in at the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise Wednesday night. Before they went on stage, however, we put Matt Giraud, Kris Allen and Danny Gokey in the spotlight.

Kris Allen took us by surprise the night America crowned him as our Idol.

Rachel asked, “What was the percentage that you thought you were going to win?”

Kris Allen replied, “I really thought it was going to be 50-50.”

It was a big night for Allen as he performed with the group Queen, whose lead guitarist gave Allen some interesting advice. “And I asked Brian May for his autograph. And he wrote, ‘Kris,’ and he signed his name, and he wrote, ‘kill’. And that was it, just kill, and I was like, ‘Ok, I will kill for Brian May.’”

Refreshing after taking brutal remarks from Simon Cowell night after night who, Matt Giraud says, isn’t so horrible. “He’d give us like pep talks. He’d come back and say, ‘Just in case, we say something we don’t like, you can argue with us. It’s fine.”

Matt made Idol history when the judges saved him from elimination. “It was a cool moment to be a part of. Everyone in the room was so loud saying, ‘Save him!’ — even the security guards. I didn’t know people felt like that, and it was an honor.”

It was also a season filled with inspiration, especially after Danny Gokey’s story. Gokey lost his wife to a heart condition a month before trying out.

Rachel asked, “Do you think being on American Idol was therapeutic?”

Danny Gokey said, “Absolutely, being on American Idol, it wasn’t the easiest time. It was better than the alternative, and I feel like it really brought healing to me.”

Proving American Idol isn’t just about the music.

via: http://www.wflx.com/Global/story.asp?s=10818203

Video: fox6now.com: David Cook talks about Danny Gokey

July 30, 2009 by Owlki  
Filed under American Idol

Fox6 in Milwaukee talked with David Cook about life after American Idol and Danny Gokey. See what he had to say below:

 

Video: AI Tour in Sunrise

July 30, 2009 by Amy  
Filed under AI Tour, Video

My Wish in Sunrise

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzhtubxhXcg

WHTM in Sunrise


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SM0qaClr_JA

PYT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eaIcwuNcPY

MJ Q&A session with Brian Mansfield, USA Today and Richard Rushfield

July 30, 2009 by Amy  
Filed under News

MJ had a Q&A session with Brian Mansfield, USA Today and Richard Rushfield. I only read it today and there were some interesting tidbits about Danny’s possible record deal from Mr. Mansfield.  Thanks, Lizzy!

http://content.usatoday.com/communities/idolchatter/post/2009/07/idol-chatter-meets-idol-tracker-the-chat/1?csp=34

[Comment From beth5343]
Of the Season 8 contestants that aren’t signed yet, who do you think has the best shot at a successful career

12:30 RichardRushfield: Brian you are the industry expert-

12:31 Brian Mansfield: Well, Danny, obviously, but only if he can figure out what he wants to do and it happens to be the same thing that his audience wants to hear from him. That’s far from a given.

12:31 [Comment From Stacy]
What do you want to see more of on Idol: Contestants like Danny, (with a natural ability but no formal training/ experience) Kris, (who may not be as powerful of singers but are talented musicians/ artists) or Adam, (Someone who’s been doing this for a long time, to the point of “Why hasn’t anyone signed theis guy already?)

How late is too late for a Danny Gokey record deal? We’ve been hearing about the possibilities for two months now, do you think it will happen?

1:26 Brian Mansfield: I don’t think there’s a danger to the market. Maybe a danger to the Idols. I wouldn’t be surprised if it went off the air at the end of the new round of contracts. It might be awfully hard to keep giving people raises. You know it’s not going to get bigger ratings than it has now. But I hope it’s around longer.

1:27 RichardRushfield: There is always a deal out there to be had- its just a question of what kinda of deal and how big

1:27 Brian Mansfield: He’s talking to the people in town he needs to talk to. If they don’t announce before Aug. 19 (is that right?), it won’t be a big deal. But once it’s done, he needs to get his butt moving.

1:28 Brian Mansfield: But he’ll probably be coming to Nashville, and they know how to get stuff done quickly here.

1:28 [Comment From mmb]
why do you think 19 did not sign Danny…after all the praise and hype by the judges, it is surprising

1:28 RichardRushfield: I’ll leave that to brian but i think danny is obvious than allison what the niche is

1:28 Brian Mansfield: It might actually be pretty complicated, and I don’t know that they’re done with him. I could see some kind of partnership with a company that has better ties to the market where his audience is.

Video to Renegade

July 30, 2009 by Amy  
Filed under Danny Gokey, Video

Tonya sent this to me on Twitter. I at least enjoyed hearing Kris and Danny!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xn2rPXK_gY

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