Denise Jackson - american Idol 6

Sixteen year old Denise Jackson was the first singer to make it through to Hollywood on the American Idol 6 premiere. Denise was from Madison, Wisconsin, and she revealed an inspiring background story. Denise said that she had been born a crack baby and was going to be sent to a foster home, but her grandmother came and rescued her.

Denise said, “Knowing that I was born that way, I thank God, you know because many people have disabilities from these things, and there’s nothing wrong with me, I was actually born with a gift, you know a wonderful gift, I can sing.”

Denise Jackson sang Billie Holiday’s “You’re Gonna Love Me.” After her audition, Paula Abdul said “Pretty powerful, pretty powerful, pretty adorable.” Simon Cowell said “Well, you did everything right. You’ve got two minutes to audition, you came in, belted it out, proved at sixteen you can do that, good on you. I think you’re a very good singer potentially.” All four judges agreed on putting Denise through to Hollywood.


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Perla Meneses - American Idol 6

Ryan Seacrest said that Perla Meneses was prepared to flirt her way to Hollywood, and she told Ryan that she was wondering if he had a girlfriend. Perla asked Ryan if he liked Spanish girls, and he said “yes.” However, Ryan took offense to Perla saying they were both kind of short, and he responded that she was short and he was average.

Perla Meneses is originally from Columbia, but she currently lives in Margate, Florida. Perla revealed that she came to this country when she was fifteen with two backpacks, her teddy bear, and her guitar. Perla also said that at one point during her life she was homeless and living out of her car. Perla insisted “It’s not a sob story, it’s a survival story.”

Twenty-five year old Perla Meneses sang Blondie’s “Call Me.” After her first song, Randy Jackson requested that she sing Shakira’s “Hips Don’t Lie.” Randy Jackson said “There’s something about you I like. You’ve got this kind of spunky, kind of crazy, wild attitude. I feel like you can jump out of your skin at any minute. I like daredevils. I kind of like you.” Jewel said “I think you’re cute and perky. You have a cute personality. I think your singing is a little bit in the middle as far as talent goes right now. I do think the second song was a little bit better.” Paula Abdul said “I much preferred you doing Hips Don’t Lie.” Simon Cowell said “You are great doing that Shakira thing, the problem is that when you did the Blondie song it’s so heavily accented it does sound a bit odd, so your choice of songs are going to be difficult for you. Ok, but you know that, you’re great fun.” All four judges agreed on putting Perla through to Hollywood.

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Michelle Steingas - American Idol 6

Nineteen year old Michelle Steingas from Exclesior, Minnesota sang Deana Carter’s “If This Is Love. Jewel said “So you like country music, that sounded a little bit country. I thought it was pretty good, [turning to Randy] did you hate it?” Randy Jackson said, “No, I actually liked your voice, when it got going.”

Simon Cowell said “I thought that was a very good audition. I thought it was an odd choice of song, but I think the public are really going to like you, because you’re confident without being irritatingly precocious.” All four judges put Michelle through to Hollywood.

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Rachel Jenkins - American Idol 6

Twenty-one year old Rachel Jenkins is from Minnetonka, Minnesota, and she works for her parents’ body shop. Rachel’s husband Daniel is with the 4th Infantry division in Iraq. Rachel and Daniel were married for two months before he left to serve overseas. Rachel is also a member of the United States Army Reserves.

Rachel Jenkins sang “His Eye Is On The Sparrow.” Randy Jackson said “Ahh, you stopped. Simon, what do you think man?” Simon Cowell said “Rachel, you started off well on the song, and then it kind of fell apart towards the end, but when it started I liked you. You’re not one of the best singers, but I think people would like you.”

Jewel said “I’m with Simon. It started out it was a pretty quality tier voice, and then it sounded like you started floating between keys.” Randy Jackson said “I like the tone of your voice, kind of a husky, smokey tone. I was actually surprised when you opened your mouth and started singing, I was like wow, she might have something here.” All four judges decided to put Rachel through to Hollywood. Rachel told Simon that she loved his personality, and she kissed a picture of her husband.

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Shyamali Malakar - American Idol 6

Nineteen year old Shyamali Malakar from Lacey, Washington attended the auditions with her brother Sanjaya. Sanjaya’s father was a classical Indian musician, so she was raised around music.

Shyamali Malakar sang Summertime. Paula Abdul said “You’re better than you give yourself credit. You’re very nervous, and you don’t have reason to be. You’re very good, very subtle, but great. You have energy about you, I think your voice is really pretty.”

Simon Cowell said “Nothing unique, nothing different, very pretty, but nothing unusual.” Randy Jackson said “I like you. I think you’ve got a nice voice. I think you’ve still got to find out who you are and where it should fit, but I think you’ve got a good voice though, I like it.” Both Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul said “yes,” which was enough to put Shyamali through to Hollywood.

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Rudy Cardenas - American Idol 6

Twenty-eight year old Rudy Cardenas, who currently lives in North Hollywood, California, is originally from Venezuela, South America. Rudy is in a band based out of L.A. called m-pact. According to m-pact’s website, they won Billboard’s prestigious “Best Unsigned Band” contest and signed with indie specialty label Primarily A Capella.

According to Rudy Cardenas’ bio on m-pact’s website, he graduated in vocal performance from the University of Northern Colorado. Rudy sang Journey’s “Open Arms.” Simon Cowell said “It’s a no.” Paula Abdul said “Are you kidding me? 1 million percent yes without question.”

Randy Jackson said “I do love the song you know. It is an amazing song. Yeah, someone may have played base in the band. I do think that you’ve got a good voice, so I’m going to say ‘yes, welcome to Hollywood’”

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Anna Kearns - American Idol 6

Twenty year old Anna Kearns is a waitress from Wichita Falls, Texas. Anna is also 6’4” tall (6’7” in heels). Anna told Ryan Seacrest, “I’m here to prove that tall people can be singers to.” Anna was in the Air Force for awhile, but she was kicked out because she has a weak heart, which was caught a week before her graduation date.

Before Anna auditioned, Simon Cowell said “I think she’s the tallest girl I’ve ever seen in my life.” Anna Kearns sang Aretha Franklin’s “Respect.” Randy Jackson said “Actually, I thought your voice was pretty good, little loud, very loud, probably could tone it down, but it’s a little tall where she’s singing from so..”


Simon Cowell said “Anna, you’re interesting, I thought you were very old fashion, very cabaret, very over the top, but you have..” Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson then started to growl at Simon. Simon refused to continue, but Randy and Paula put Anna through to Hollywood. After Anna left, Simon quipped, “You just put through a giraffe.”

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Jordin Sparks - American Idol

Sixteen year old Jordin Sparks from Glendale, Arizona is the daughter of Phillipi Sparks who played professional football for the New York Giants. Jordin said that she had been waiting to get old enough for her chance to audition for American Idol.

Jordin Sparks sang Celine Dion’s “Because You Loved Me.” Paula Abdul said “You’re beautiful. I loved you, love your voice.” Randy Jackson said “I was blown away, sixteen, wow.” Simon Cowell said “Sometimes, I like to put one sugar in my coffee to make it sweeter, that was the equivalent of putting eleven spoonfuls in. It was all a bit too cutesy, a bit over the top, you know that weird smile thing you were doing throughout.”

After Paula and Randy protested, Simon added “All I’m saying is it was a little bit too sugary for my taste. I like you, I was just trying to give you some constructive advice. It was a compliment.” All three judges agreed to put Jordin through to Hollywood.

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