Here are some reviews from idols fans who went to see the Newark concert:
Newark, NJ 7/30/08
Bailey
I have to admit I was disappointed with the concert. Yes there were some very good parts but there were some disappointments as well. First off was Chikezie and he seemed very off his game during his performances and then for the first group number, he came into it late. He didn't even perform the last group number. I hope he is ok, I love him and I was upset that I didn't see him at his best! Another thing that bothered me was that the music was too loud, to the point that you could barely hear the idols sing their songs. The band was too overpowering. And to me, at this stage of the tour, the idols really shouldn't have to shout their songs because they are going to burn out. They are going to lose their voices. And I heard a lot of hoarse voices from most of the idols. Ramiele I have to say was pretty good despite what people have been saying about her not being good. She has definately gotten better in my opinion. Michaels Johns was one of the lifesavers of the night. He sag really well and you actually could hear him over the band. He was awesome. Kristy was next. I am not a fan of hers but I must say she did great. Maybe one of the strongest of the night perhaps. Then came Carly. Loved all of her performances. Although I felt that her voice was starting to give out she has what it takes to go far in the music industry. I really enjoyed her. Best female of the bunch hands down! Brooke came next. I really enjoyed her song choices. They were perfect for her. She's so cute. Jason was very predictable so in that sense he was quite boring. I love Jason too and it kills me to say this but his performances were not memorable. Next came Syesha. She's another big vocalist. She can give the band a run for their money. She beautiful too. She had good song choices and a strong voice. I was loving her.
David A. then came and he was really great. He has such a wholesome tone to his voice. He's brilliant with his talent. David C. as well was very entertaining. I'm glad he won the show. He deserved it. My favorites though of the night were Carly and MJ. I, like many other fans, wished there were more group performances. There were only two this year and there wasn't really any dancing like they said earlier in the idol season that there would be in the group numbers. The night for me was ok. I loved getting to see my idols don't get me wrong but the set-up of the concert wasn't the greatest.
Newark, NJ 7/30/08
Libby
I had a really fun time. I went with two of my friends and we had pretty good seats, right on the side of the stage 2nd row. The place was packed with idol fans. Of course the idol men drew in the biggest crowds. They probably had the loudest screams and cheers. I felt bad for Chikezie, I think he may be sick. He didn't sound right during his performances and for the last group performance, he didn't even show up. I heard there is a stomach bug going around on the tour bus which sucks, and if that's true I hope Chikezie gets better soon because I love him a lot. Michael Johns said he's been sick but he sounded awesome, he was one of the best of the night. Ramiele too I have to say was really good. She's so cute and her outfit was hott. The Davids as always got probably the loudest cheers. They both did really well too. I loved both of them. Jason looked soo hot in person. He's my sweetheart although his performances were what's to be expected of him. NO surprises with him. The other girls did really well. Syesha's voice was amazing, such a great singer. Carly as well, this girl know how to performance amazingly! She gave me chills, her first performance of Bring Me To Life was haunting. Brooke was sort of predictable but good, she's another sweetie. And Kristy did really good as well. She's the ultimate cowgirl.
Great concert night. It made me happy!
Newark, NJ 7/30/08
Vicky
I got to meet the idols after the show outside by the busses. I got autographs from all the girls except Ramiele. And I got an autograph from Jason and Archie. Everyone went absolutely insane when Jason and Archie came out. I got to touch Jason's hair and I was in heaven. He is so beautiful in person. And he's got the best smile! Archie too is a charmer. He's got the cutest little baby face. I didn't get to take pictures with any of them because it was so crowded and people were pushing and shoving, but least I got some autographs. Carly looked so beautiful. She got really tiny, I heard she has lost 15 lbs since the show has ended. She looks amazing. Syesha is also gorgeous in person. She's got a beautiful face and a killer bod. Brooke was the sweetest, her and kristy are major jokesters and were teasing each other. Ramiele was on the other side so I didn't get to see her up close but she looked adorable, so tiny. Chikezie I think was sick. He didn't sing during the last group performance and I only saw him for 2 minutes outside.
The concert was really fun although I think they had some issue with the sound system. It was very difficult to hear the idols talk after each of their numbers. I dont know if it was the accoustics or what. Even during some of their songs I could barely hear them sing. The band was a bit too loud and overpowered some of the idols. I did love all the songs that were chosen by the idols. Each chose songs that fit their personality perfectly. My friends and I had a great time!
Here's a review from Teshia who attended the 2nd Newark, NJ concert:
Newark, NJ 7/31/08
Teshia
The concert was so cool. I didn't want it to end. I had so much fun. I went with my cousin and my best friend. They loved it too. The 3 of us were probably the loudest craziest ones in the arena, seriously! We were dancing, screaming, it was great. I lost my voice the day after but it was totally worth it. The entire top 10 idols were awesome. All their voices have improved greatly. I heard Chikezie was sick prior to the concert but he sounded so good. I had so much fun listening to him sing "Caught Up". We were impressed. I was also impressed with Carly. She blew me away! Her voice was probably the strongest voice out of the top 10. She is truly unbelievable. Her song Bring Me To Life was such a mysterious, haunting performance. It was almost like a theatre piece, absolutely unreal, that's how good it was. Syesha was also awesome. She looked great and her voice has definately gotten a lot stronger. Her chose great songs and had the crowd going. The Davids were amazing as usual. MJ is the absolute coolest guy on the planet, enough said. Kristy is totally country and I'm glad she stuck to her roots because she sounds the best when shes singing country. Ramiele and Brooke are the sweetest things alive. Brooke sang really good songs that fit her voice perfectly.. I really enjoyed Yellow by Coldplay. I really liked Ramiele's performance of If I Never See Your Face Again, it's one of my favorite songs on the radio right now and she sang it with a lot of energy. And then there's Jason....total hottie. My cousin is obsessed and screamed the entire time he was out nonstop. He is so cute. His singing was pretty much the same as it was on idol, not goign to lie, but his charm is all he needs to please people. The crowd went nuts for him. He's the ultimate charmer that's for sure. The group performances were awesome. I would have liked to see more of them and maybe some duets thrown in there would have been cool. Or maybe all the girls sing something and all the guys sing something. It's alright though, we still had the best time.
wow thats sounds like sooo much fun!!!!