Topic: Sophie Paterson

• Sophie Paterson Leaves Australian Idol

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Oct 20, 5:49am ET

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  The Idol journey has come to an end for Sophie Paterson.
  The folk singer gave a solid performance of “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” but it wasn’t enough to keep her out of the bottom three. She was in good company though, with Teale Jakubenko and Mark … More

• Australian Idols Do Motown

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Oct 19, 4:38am ET

  This week the Australian Idols had the perfect platform to shine. It was Motown week: a theme that gave everyone the chance to wrap their vocals around some of the world’s greatest songs. And with Guy Sebastian sitting in as special guest judge and mentor they couldn’t go wrong! Or … More

• Thanh Bui Leaves Australian Idol

  By: lkatulka | 3 Comments | Oct 13, 6:36am ET

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  The Australian Idol journey has come to an end for Thanh Bui.
  The softly spoken Melbourne lad was always going to struggle in rock week, and his version of Linkin Park’s “Shadow of the Day” failed to connect with the voting public. It was good news for … More

• Australian Idol Rocks

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Oct 12, 6:12am ET

  This week our Australian Idol hopefuls were ready to rock, with the help of special guest mentors Kirk Pengilly and Tim Farriss of INXS. Kirk also stepped behind the judge’s desk to offer his advice on the performances.

  Luke Dickens is one of those performers who’s made to rock, and perhaps … More

• Australian Idol Does ABBA

  By: lkatulka | 1 Comment | Oct 5, 6:14am ET

  Tonight was ABBA night on Australian Idol, a theme that was sure to bring some fun, and surprising performances. These restrictive theme nights are always so interesting. We see what the Idols can really do when they’re forced to step outside their comfort. So who soared and who slipped up? … More

• Australian Idols Take on Local Hits

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Sep 28, 7:23am ET

  Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oi Oi Oi! It was all about patriotism on Australian Idol tonight as our newest talents paid tribute to our local legends. This week’s guest mentor was one of our finest, ex-Savage Garden frontman Darren Hayes.

  Thanh Bui kicked it off with John Farnham’s “You’re the Voice.” I’ve … More

• Cyndi Lauper Does the 80s on Australian Idol!

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Sep 21, 7:32am ET

  I have not been more excited about an episode of Australian Idol in its history. Two words for you: Cyndi Lauper. To have one of my idols mentoring these talented youngsters and sitting in on the judging panel was a real treat. I’m also a massive fan of the 1980s, … More

• Australian Idol Finals Begin!

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Sep 14, 7:48am ET

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  The pointy end of Australian Idol kicked off tonight with the first finals show. Tonight was “Idol’s Idols” night, a wonderful theme which allowed the artists to play some tunes that really rev them.

  First up was Wes Carr tackling U2’s “Beautiful Day.” On the whole this … More

• Australian Idol Top 12 Revealed

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Sep 8, 9:28pm ET

  Australian Idol has a top 12! But just like this entire series of Idol, it wasn’t without surprises. We’re used to the public choosing two wildcards and the judges choosing the remaining two. Not so this year, with the judges deciding to put three of their favourites through to the … More

• Australian Idol Gives Singers a Second Chance

  By: lkatulka | Comment | Sep 7, 7:26am ET

  Australian Idol was back tonight with its wildcard show. But before the judges gave eight singers one more chance, it was time to announce two more finalists. Those lucky singers are Brooke Addamo and Madam Parker. Worthy contenders both. This is shaping up to be some top 12.
  Amanda Grafanakis opened … More