http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter Tue, 29 Dec 2009 04:15:11 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Your Showbiz Sista and Abang bring you the low down of the run down that was the Singapore Idol grand finale. 7.50pm. We arrive at the Singapore Indoor Stadium and we’re greeted by two people carrying boxes of light sticks. “Are you a Sylvia or Sezairi fan?” asks the lady, who ... http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter/2009/12/29/singapore-idol-finale-the-cheers-the-tears-and-what-you-didnt-see-on-tv/ IT WAS one heck of a night, not just for Sezairi Sezali, who was voted winner of this year's Singapore Idol, but also for me, because I predicted that he'd win. Yup, the 22—year—old, who is waiting to enlist for National Service, doesn't just get the honour of being the latest Singapore ... http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter/2009/12/28/and-your-singapore-idol-is-sezairi/ YES, this is it, Idol fans! Tonight's the night when either Sezairi or Sylvia will be voted as Singapore Idol. As far as results being based solely on public voting, this is the second biggest - after our general elections - where you can have a full say as to who you ... http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter/2009/12/27/dont-forget-to-vote/ Last week, we caught up with Sezairi and found out how he was getting ready for the big showdown on Sunday. This week, we chat up Sylvia Ratonel, the other player in the Top Two game. What's it like under the pressure to be the first female Idol? What can we ... http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter/2009/12/24/gearing-up-for-idolhood-part-2/ After weeks of anticipation, it's finally down to the top two, and, by Dec 27, we'll have a new Singapore Idol! The finals will be held at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, where Sylvia and Sezairi will be going head to head! How are our Idol contenders getting ready for their big ... http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter/2009/12/17/gearing-up-for-idolhood/ IN THE world of singing competitions, one minute you're in, the next minute you're out. And so it came to pass: The judges judged and the people voted and it seems that the food stall uncle may be right after all. He thinks Sylvia Ratonel will win as she has the full package. ... http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter/2009/12/09/242/ HEY there everyone, This is the Abang stepping in once again for our Showbiz Sista, who's taking a couple of weeks off, because she's been working real hard, you know? I'm not that hardworking. They say fortune favours the brave, but Lady Luck also apparently likes to meddle in Father Fortune's affairs. Anyway, surprise, ... http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter/2009/12/02/and-its-sylvia-tabitha-and-sezairi-for-the-final-three/ Last week, it was down to the final four, and this week, it’s down to the final four. What was with that surprise non-elimination?! I don’t know about you guys, but judging by the faces of the audience members and the Idols themselves, it was a major “What the...???” moment. Well, ... http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter/2009/11/26/one-pack-of-chicken-rice-says-tabby-will-win/ This week we said goodbye to fan favourite Faizal Isa. It was a huge surprise because Faizal seemed to have the biggest fan base and the most girls screaming for him at the roadshows. “My first feeling was shock and blankness. I didn’t see myself going home,” said Faizal, who sang ... http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter/2009/11/20/toodle-oo-to-faizal/ It’s no walk in the park taking part in a reality competition show such as Singapore Idol. But it also comes with its perks: Being propelled to overnight stardom. How has life changed for our Idols since they became famous?   “It’s a little overwhelming sometimes, especially when I go out and ... http://blogs.todayonline.com/idolchatter/2009/11/20/the-fame-game/