I just don't dig the loungy, Donny Osmand style of Clay's voice. It belongs in theater not radio. I don't see why he must sing every song like he's performing in a school play. It's such a strong voice, but I can only take the style in small doses. I wonder if he could try to sound a little more contemporary.
On the other hand. Ruben only sings in that R&B Luther Vandros sort of voice. He does it well, but I don't see it stirring up record sales from the intended market. I've never been interested in purchasing the CDs to begin with, but people (including the show's creator) seem to be forgetting the criteria for the winner.
Neither is as malleable in style like Kimberly. I wanted her to win. She had the sound, but not the perfect, emaciated look and I appreciated that. I just don't care anymore. Neither is very intriguing nor seems like a good candidate for an "American pop music idol". Aren't these people supposed to have some mystique?
So...I guess I'm pulling for Clay, but I think they should only try to cultivate a Broadway career out of it. I don't want to see him trying to do the pop star thing. It just doesn't seem right.
If Ruben wins, I'll be okay with it too. Both guys appear to be very nice and gracious people.
By the way, how many people do you think will really see the Kelly and Justin movie? It just seems 50 years behind the times. I don't get it.