Am I the only one that thinks there are a handful clear standouts on American Idol so far? We haven’t reached the live episodes quite yet but my top 3 are Jack Blocker, Mckenna Faith, and then there’s Jennifer Jeffries. Jennifer has a voice unlike any others I’ve heard on the show this season andContinue reading ““You Were A Child” Original Lyrics by Jennifer Jeffries”
Author Archives: Ben Wilder
Unnecessary Covers: Beyonce Does Dolly
I have 3 cover songs to reference in today’s post. The first one is Beyonce singing Dolly Parton’s “Jolene,” which is getting mixed reviews from real people (vs. the famous folks just kissing up to Beyonce and Dolly). I’m glad she kept the melody, I’ll start with that. Changing the melody of a song, evenContinue reading “Unnecessary Covers: Beyonce Does Dolly”
American Idol in Hollywood – Recap Part 1
The first episode in Hollywood has come and gone. It aired on Easter Sunday and while the tomb of Jesus may be empty, this episode was full…….. of entertainment. There were highs, there were lows, there were moments of cringe, and moments of holding back tears. I’ve solidified my top 4 favorites and if youContinue reading “American Idol in Hollywood – Recap Part 1”
Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?
As millions of people all over the world celebrate Easter, a particular song has popped up in my own little world this weekend. I’ve already heard it twice in two days at my church’s Good Friday service and a rendition by Skye Peterson during a concert Saturday evening (Holy Saturday), the amazing Andrew Peterson andContinue reading “Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?”
The GEICO Gecko Is Left-Handed!?
It’s been revealed in a recent GEICO commercial that the gecko is left-handed. I’m not sure a good way to test this is by noting which hand he grabs a mic with (which is mentioned in the commercial). I’m left-handed but I hold a mic in my right hand. For a more accurate ruling, theContinue reading “The GEICO Gecko Is Left-Handed!?”
Out of the Wilderness 