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'Idol' fever: Thousands line up in S.L. for shot at fame

Stop supporting American Idol. It's just karaoke. It's worthless.

If people want to do this, why not let them. I for one, as a trained classical singer, am not impressed by what I've heard on the show, but, hey, if it makes people happy, go for it. David A. definitely has talent. May I suggest you listen to some great classical singers such as Dawn Upshaw, Kathleen Battle, Bryn Terfel, etc,... Now they can sing! Go see the HD broadcasts which are being sent live to you local theater from the Metropolitan Opera. It was totally amazing! Mozart, Puccini, Verdi, etc,... may your glorious music rule FOREVER!

People who support American Idol are not harming you in any way. I think it is wonderful to let people use their talents. I enjoy watching the show, and I am glad that people get the opportunity to share their beautiful voices with millions of people when they normally would not get to. Don't be a sour grape!

American Idol is one of the few 'reality shows' that is worthwhile. People are competing with talent (or lack of) for the prize. The winners move on, and as finalists are chosen, you have a group of performers who are pretty good. Watching them is entertaining; the best ones get recording deals, and watching the really bad ones in the beginning is pretty entertaining too. The program is fun to watch.

For every David Archuleta, there's at least 3 William Hungs.

there's enough ham out here to keep American idle going for 50 years!.

does anybody know how long the wait is to get a ticket ?????

I would love to see another Utahn make it big on AI. It has been (and still is) so fun to watch David Archuleta perform. He is just amazing. Good luck to all the serious competetitors!

ya, how long is the wait down at the EnergySolutions Arena to get a wristband >>>

I got there about eight o'clock this morning, and no kidding it was exactly thirty minutes from the time I got out of my car until I got back in. The line was SHORT.

This is cool. I love American Idol.I am glad that
American Idol is in SLC for some tryouts.

Anyone infected with American Idol fever really is sick. Very sick.

FOX-13 just did a cute live shot... Happy Joe Wren. It looks like there were several thousand auditioners today!

We walked in at 10:00 am and went straight to the desk, got out wristband and went home... no wait at all.

Oh, for the days of Chuck Barris, a large gong, and Gene, Gene the dancin' machine.

I stood in line since 4am and got really close to the front of the line. I'm so excited and I'm also home sick. I come from Honolulu Hawaii and want to make my family and myself proud.
Mahalo Nui,

Tanya

I went to SLC and got a wristband to tryout today. I went at 10:30, and like jomo, I walked right up to the table, got a band, and went home. It took all of about 1 minute. The reality is that most people that tryout on Tuesday won't make it past the first round, but hey! Why not enjoy the unique experience that we will have just giving it a shot and being in that environment. I hope all of you that are trying out enjoy yourselves and have a fun ride! Good luck!

Grrr, I want to read these comments but the dumb site won't open them! Argh!

I worked a 12 1/2 hr shift at work that eventually got out at 4:15am. I drove by the Arena to see if the line was getting larger. Even though, by body was begging for sleep I parked my scooter and stood in line. I'm very curious what the producer(s) are searching for this year!

Good luck to all the Utah hopefuls. It's fun seeing Utah talent on Idol, Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance.