Nov 12 2007

Matt Corby and Natalie Gauci Through to the Opera House

Published by at 9:01 pm under Australian Idol

Well, no real surprises tonight, apart from how exceptionally drawn out you can make one episode of Australian Idol. And perhaps the fact that the top and bottom number of votes were only separated by 4%.

All three contestants – Matt Corby, Natalie Gauci and Carl Riseley were in the bottom three (d’oh). The first one safe – Natalie, who sheds a few tears of relief and takes her place on the couch.

But, between Matt and Carl (and yes, another ad break) – Matt is announced as joining Natalie at the Opera House.

Wow – to think I first mentioned Matt Corby nearly three months ago, and now he’s in the final two…

Carl bows out gracefully thanking everybody but the Navy band – which is probably where he’s reluctantly headed, unless he’s snapped up pretty promptly by a recording company.

All the best to Carl. I agree (with some of the judges) that he’s shown the most remarkable improvement on Idol, and I’m sure there’s a future for him in the industry.

15 responses so far

15 Responses to “Matt Corby and Natalie Gauci Through to the Opera House”

  1. # tiffanyon 12 Nov 2007 at 9:07 pm

    WAAAAAAAAAH!
    I really would have bought Carl’s CD. Really.
    Now I have to vote for Nat because why would a 35 year old woman buy a 16, er, sorry, 17 year old’s music? Nup. Can’t do it.

  2. # Kinon 12 Nov 2007 at 9:47 pm

    I have to admit to shedding a few tears. I just wanna give him a big hug and hope he finds a label because I want his album!

    I rewatched his performances from last night and I really think he can make it.

    And I really hope Matt wins.

  3. # Anne Maybuson 12 Nov 2007 at 9:51 pm

    As we thought it would go – swamped by teenage girls! Congratulations to Natalie for she deserved her place at the Opera House. I will leave the Matt Corby Cd buying to my daughter (and sneak a listen while she is at school). I am sorry to lose Carl because I love his voice, especially in the song they used in the ‘look-back’ . He will pop up soon with a contract I am sure! This yearthe standard seems to have been so much closer!

  4. # Chris Carlawon 12 Nov 2007 at 11:34 pm

    Does anyone think matt is too young to win? Do you think that being that young is an advantage with the voters because the average idol viewer is 16-17?

  5. # Cellobellaon 13 Nov 2007 at 2:53 am

    Good choice Australia!
    I don’t really care who wins from here but I’m tipping Matt.
    Just coz.
    :)
    CB

  6. # Megon 13 Nov 2007 at 12:58 pm

    Tiffany – fingers crossed you still get the opportunity.

    Kin – I hope Matt wins too :)

    Anne – I’m probably with you (about my teenage daughter buying the CD – well I might just buy it for her)!

    Chris – I don’t think 17 is too young. I think he has a voice that is quite mature (how many adult vocalists would attempt opera, for example). I wasn’t aware of the average age of the Idol viewers, but I guess you’re right in that it could favour the younger performers. Having said that Carl has made it this far…

    As someone mentioned on a previous post, you also have to consider the age of the “buying public”. I’m sure 16-17 year olds would make up a fair percentage of the cd buying market.

    CB – Hope you’re right (again)!

  7. # A test commenton 13 Nov 2007 at 3:53 pm

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  8. # Megon 13 Nov 2007 at 3:55 pm

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  9. # Kinon 13 Nov 2007 at 4:28 pm

    Yay Meg has subscibe to comments!

    I’m 27 and I wouldn’t have a problem buying Matt’s album. I think he’s a very talented musician, regardless of his age. And I can’t remember who said it this week, but because he’s 17 he’s invincible. I don’t think either winning or losing at this point will harm him. He seems like such a down to earth kid.

  10. # Megon 13 Nov 2007 at 4:35 pm

    Hey Kin

    Haven’t quite got the “subscribe” working properly my end – but I’m working on it. When I approve a comment, I’m getting a blank screen and I can’t get in to “manage” anything. I’m really trying!

    I did hear a rumour that the two songs Matt picked for next week were rejected as being “too similar” to what he’s been doing. Also, I believe there are also distinct benefits to NOT winning – so I tend to agree with you there.

  11. # Lucyon 13 Nov 2007 at 5:20 pm

    Awww, poor Carl !!!!!! ;(

    And everyone was crying!!! Poor Matt Corby’s mascara would run!! Hahaha!!

    Carl’s done so well !

    No surprises who’s gonna win…M-A-T-T.

    We love you Carl !! <3

  12. # Lucyon 13 Nov 2007 at 5:22 pm

    Umm, I’m guessing all young girls vote for Matt, and since there’s so many teenagers in Australia…..

  13. # Megon 13 Nov 2007 at 5:26 pm

    Hi Lucy – I didn’t hang around for the tears!

    Hope you’re right about Matt

  14. # J a d eon 18 Nov 2007 at 4:16 pm

    MATT fOr idOl 07′
    he’s gottaa GREAT voice n deserves the idOl title
    PLEASE VOTE!!
    MATT 191010

  15. # alexon 25 Nov 2007 at 12:31 pm

    hey

    i think matt should win
    he has a such a mature voice
    being so young, people will by his cd

    but natalie should win 2

    it dosent really matter
    but vote for matt 191010