Topic: Ben-McKenzie

• Live and Local @ Lizotte's, Kincumber - 29 October 2008

  By: lkatulka | 2 Comments | Oct 30, 9:06pm ET

  Last night I headed to Lizotte’s to catch their Live and Local music showcase. These nights are a wonderful initiative designed to encourage music fans to get out midweek and discover some wonderful new talent. We were lured there by former Australian Idol contestant Ben McKenzie’s slot on the bill, … More

• Shock Horror! Ben McKenzie Gets Idol Boot!

  By: lkatulka | 2 Comments | Oct 16, 12:02am ET

  Image details: "Australian Idol" Top 12 Press Conference served by picapp.com

  As a writer I try my best to stay relatively unbiased. But I’ve got to tell you, I’m reeling from last night’s Australian Idol announcement. It was a verdict show that no one predicted, with competition favourites Matt Corby and … More

• Is Seven Lucky For Australian Idol?

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Oct 15, 12:05am ET

  We’re getting to the pointy end of Australian Idol. Our final seven appear calm, but the same can’t be said for the judges. I think the contestants all gave solid performances of songs released in the year of their birth, but it just didn’t seem to be enough to impress … More

• Are Churches Rigging Idol?

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Oct 13, 12:50am ET

  I woke up this morning to find yet another piece of tabloid journalism about the Hillsong Church and their alleged involvement with Australian Idol. This article talks about how the church are threatening to sue Today Tonight over these allegations, made in three “exclusive” stories recently.
  I realised I haven’t talked … More

• A Taste of Britain on Australian Idol

  By: lkatulka | 6 Comments | Oct 8, 12:10am ET

  Last night the Australian Idol’s tackled the best of Britain. This new theme gave the Idols so many great songs to choose from, and they didn’t disappoint. That was especially true of Tarisai and Matt, who both earned touchdowns for their efforts.

  Carl Riseley was first up, taking inspiration from Michael … More

• Australian Idol In Acoustic Mode

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Oct 1, 12:05am ET

  I’d been really looking forward to Australian Idol’s acoustic night, and it definitely didn’t disappoint. There was only one touchdown but several other performances that probably deserved them. One even moved me to tears! Of course, all this isn’t surprising considering the Idols had some help from Australian music legend, … More

• Australian Idol Goes Disco

  By: lkatulka | 4 Comments | Sep 24, 12:54am ET

  Last night our Australian Idol hopefuls showed they can bust a move with outstanding disco grooves. There were plenty of top-notch performances, but last night’s standout was Matt Corby who scored the season’s first touchdown.

  Tarisai Vushe started the night with the disco classic “Hot Stuff.” She definitely looked the part, … More

• Australian Idols Rock Out

  By: lkatulka | 4 Comments | Sep 17, 12:41am ET

  Last night the Australian Idols turned their hand to rock, but unfortunately the theme exposed the weaknesses of many of our contestants. The odd star shone, but it was a very dark night in the Idol studio indeed.

  Matt Corby kicked off the night with a great rendition of Led … More

• Australian Idol Performances: Contestant's Choice

  By: lkatulka | 1 Comment | Sep 10, 12:10am ET

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  The Australian Idol finals kicked off with a bang last night. The topic was Contestant’s Choice, and our top 12 were encouraged to choose songs that represented them.
  Ben McKenzie showed a maturity beyond his years, keeping his composure despite being … More

• Australian Idol Semifinals: Group 4

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Aug 30, 12:05am ET

  Image details: Australian Idol – Final served by picapp.com

  After a couple of days predicting, I actually got it right last night! I was thrilled that the two Central Coast boys, Ben McKenzie and Marty Simpson, were voted through the top 12. Well done boys! Australia definitely got it right this … More

• Australian Idol Semifinals: Group 3

  By: lkatulka | 2 Comments | Aug 29, 12:05am ET

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  Despite my confidence, it seems I was wrong again last night. No one was shocked to hear Tarisai Vushe announced as the first girl in the top 12. But no one expected that Lana Krost would join … More