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| Valley singers make the 'Idol’ cut | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| By Chris Hansen Orf, Get Out | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| February 13, 2008 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Follow 'Idol' with music writer Chris Hansen Orf in his blog, 'Idol Speculation' They now go on to compete for the season seven title on the Fox singing competition. Vakira Cramer of Gilbert, Ashley Robinette of Scottsdale and Perrie Cataldo of Phoenix also made it to the Hollywood auditions after passing their first auditions, but were then eliminated. As White and Hernandez gear up to make a run at the “American Idol” championship, here are some things you should know about the two singers. Go to americanidol.com to follow the competition. Brooke White Age: 24 Current residence: Van Nuys, CA High School Attended: Heritage Academy, Mesa CD: “Songs from the Attic” (2006) “American Idol” audition city: Philadelphia Song White sang at audition: Corinne Bailey Rae’s “Like a Star” Song White sang in Hollywood, first round: Carole King’s “Beautiful” What the judges have said: After White sang “Beautiful” and become the first “Idol” contestant to performs with her own musical accompaniment (piano), Simon Cowell said: “I really like you — I think you’ve got great, great potential,” and Paula Abdul said: “The risk (of playing piano) was worth it.” Brooke White quote: Before singing “Beautiful,” White revealed that “If I’m being completely honest about my biggest obstacle, it’s probably confidence — that’s a hard one for me.” More info: White's MySpace page David Hernandez Age: 24 Current residence: Glendale “American Idol” audition city: San Diego Song Hernandez sang at audition: The Temptations’ “Ain’t Too Proud To Beg” Song White sang in Hollywood, first round: Stephen Stills’ “Love the One You’re With” What the judges have said: After singing “Love the One You’re With,” Randy Jackson said: “It’s one of the first times today I’ve loved it from note one,” and Simon Cowell said: “I though it was great, David, I think one of the best we’ve heard today an what is interesting — very, very comfortable up there (on stage).” David Hernandez quote: After singing in Hollywood, Hernandez said, “I got the respect of all three judges, which is what I was looking for, and I did my best — I’m excited.” For more on the duo and all things "Idol," visit the American Idol official site Contact Chris Hansen Orf by email, or phone (480) 898-5684 |
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