AMARILLO IDOL

I spent most of the day today at the All Star Ford dealership south of Amarillo. They were hosting the Amarillo Idol contest. FOX 14 was responsible for making it all happen. I think there were 40 contestants in all, and only 1 was chosen to go audition in front of the American Idol judges. The winner flies out Monday, and its all paid for by FOX 14 news here in Amarillo.

Most of the singers were actually pretty good, and I would have hated to have been one of the 3 judges. One singer was terrible right off the bat, and he pretty much knew that he sucked.

Anyway, I had it narrowed down to 2 guys and 2 girls. Boy, that would have been a tough call to make. All 4 contestants were really great singers, but only 1 would go to the real American Idol. The winner happened to be Anthony Johnson. I don't remember where he was from, but he sure did have a great voice. I think the American Idol judges will have nothing but great things to say about him.

Other than the scorching heat of 106 in the shade, it was a pretty nice evening to get out and hear some great singing.

Andy Justus and John Harris doing the news live from the event

I really thought she was going to win it. She had a great voice

The finalists nervously waiting for the results

The All Star Ford Amarillo Idol sign

Anthony Johnson singing his final song

Anthony Johnson is going to American Idol