THE OFFICIAL Taylor Hicks Discussion Thread

[Robinrs]

I just found this on the AI boards:


Remember the FOUR ROOMS -- three of which were filled with contestants that made it through to the top, I think 44, and one of which went home? Here is a picture of Taylor at about the moment it was announced his room had made it through to the next day when the top 24 was picked. His expression sort of says, "I can't believe this is happening. Maybe I'll actually get a shot after all." Little did he know!!!


http://www.americanidol.com/photos/?cat=1&sct=20&pic=8093

Peruse through them, there are some great memories there!

 

[spacemountain]

That's so cute! Here's the picture

 

[Robinrs]

That's so cute! Here's the picture

LOL, I love how you so neatly eliminated EVERYONE else in the picture!!

 

[imsorry]

Good Morning Taymates!!!!!!!!!

 

[debknight]

Just subscribing so I can track this thread. Love, love, love Taylor!

 

[disnygoof]

Good morning Soul Patrol! Beautiful morning here in SC! Thank goodness I'm spending it in the office!

I'm so mad @ myself! In my rush to leave for work this morning I forgot the CD of Taylor's live set to liste to at work! I will bring it with me when I go home for lunch!!

Any Verizon Wireless subscribers out there? I have DIMYP as my ringback tone and ring tone! When I found it on our site, I nearly shrieked with joy! It made my whole day!

 

[ckay87]

Just subscribing so I can track this thread. Love, love, love Taylor!

Well, welcome. There's not much new news lately, but Taylor's just getting started, as you know. This thread oughta be white hot this fall (hopefully) with a CD release, solo tour, and new appearances.

Did I mention I can't wait?

 

[ckay87]

That's so cute! Here's the picture

And don't ya love how he's just lingering in the background, unnoticed for perhaps the last time. And everyone else is hanging together, unaware that they're gonna have their *butts* kicked by that gray guy in the back of the room.

Great pic.

 

[Robinrs]

Good Morning Taymates!!!!!!!!!

LOL! TAYmates!!! Toooo funny!

Welcome, debknight!! Join us in our silliness!

disnygoof: I missed that download and would LOVE to hear it today IF I can find a moment! Sorry I don't have Verizon but that's nice to know!

 

[Robinrs]

And don't ya love how he's just lingering in the background, unnoticed for perhaps the last time. And everyone else is hanging together, unaware that they're gonna have their *butts* kicked by that gray guy in the back of the room.

Great pic.

Yep, he went from

to this!

 

[Robinrs]

Another older pic:

 

[Robinrs]

Man you can always tell when it's slow time at my job...

This is a wonderful article I found on the AI board, written BEFORE the finale:

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Please read the following excerpts taken from this article. One of many reasons why I love Taylor!

Taylor Hicks: Idol Karma?
May 21, 2006
Jewels Richardson

Considering how fans of this insanely popular show spend much of their time and personal funds to promote their favorite, it is rewarding to see and hear Taylor Hicks declare consistantly, heartily and passionately, his desire to win. His 'shout outs' of "Soul Patrol", the repeated expressions of thanks to that fanbase, following every televised performance, including all of his recent Alabama appearances are truly indicative of a man as devoted to his fans as they are apparently devoted to him. Taylor Hicks uniquely demonstrates gratefullness vociferously, in a way not often seen in the world of celebrity.

He has, in my opinion, demonstrated more emotion, more intense feeling and drive, and love for his fans and his music than any other contestant on Idol (or mainstream music for that matter).

Many of the other contestants' fanbases have converged their focus contributing to the fray intent to oust Hicks or seat him, depending on how he affects their passions as the Season 5 Idol. As a deliberate understatement, let me comment Mr. Hicks has the ability to incite great passions.

Taylor Hicks has drawn the most widely diverse opinions of any contestant to date; his fans are captivated, entranced, while antithetically, non-fans verge on bedlamite expressions of derision and contempt. In turn, Hicks' reward has been to garner some of the highest voting totals in the show's history.

Taylor is taking this show to what it should be - an actual discovery of a bonafide natural musical artist. Taylor Hicks has already written several songs diplaying the gifts he has to offer music. Check out his site for a listing of songs he has performed and songs he has written. Mr. Hicks does Ray Charles proud. Take a listen to "Georgia".

Can I get a big "WOOOOOOO! WOOOOOO!!!"?

It's now up to us.

 

[AllyandJack]

I'm playing all of the videos from AI.com. I love the videos of the earlier performances before his hair was cut and gelled. I reduce the screen and just listen and it's like hearing him all over again. When I watch him, I'm taken in by the entire performance. Just listening....completely different experience. What a talent.

 

[Robinrs]

What a talent.

Kewl, Carla....

Thanks, baby...

 

[Robinrs]

Wooohoooooo.. let's do the CARLTON!!

 

[mrsdon]

I dont post ofteen. but i just watched AI extra, and amazing.
I love taylor.
This is the 1st year that my favorite has won.
I loved the article about him.
ANd I have to agree his SOUL PATROL was for all his fans old and new,
I cant wait until he comes to Memphis.
BTW Oprah was here yesterday, and I never saw her... LOL

 

[Robinrs]

I dont post ofteen. but i just watched AI extra, and amazing.
I love taylor.
This is the 1st year that my favorite has won.
I loved the article about him.
ANd I have to agree his SOUL PATROL was for all his fans old and new,
I cant wait until he comes to Memphis.
BTW Oprah was here yesterday, and I never saw her... LOL

Hi, Debbie:

I only had ONE year that my fave did NOT win and that was LAST YEAR... ugh!~ I almost didn't come back!

But I am soooo glad I did, you might have noticed I LOOOOOVE being a member of the SOUL PATROL!!!

And yes, that article hit the nail right on the head!

 

[Mickeyfaniam]

wow, you guys are great!! Thanks for the pictures and the article and I love the Taymates
I just haven't had enough time to keep up with everything on this thread.... busy preparing for my sons grad party this Saturday .... about 80 people at my house with RAIN!! UGH!!
Anyway next week I should have more time to keep up!

 

[disnygoof]

Okay SP! Taylor's 30th birthday is coming up in about 4 months. I am going to put together a scrapbook to send to him from the SP! Wooo, I get to use my art skills!!

So, if you're interested in sending me anything you'd like to put in it (your pic, bio, a story, a poem you wrote, picture you drew, etc etc), PM me and I'll send you the info!

 

[Robinrs]

Okay SP! Taylor's 30th birthday is coming up in about 4 months. I am going to put together a scrapbook to send to him from the SP! Wooo, I get to use my art skills!!

So, if you're interested in sending me anything you'd like to put in it (your pic, bio, a story, a poem you wrote, picture you drew, etc etc), PM me and I'll send you the info!

Great idea! Can you imagine what kind of party he can have NOW?

WooHooo!