Idol Indications.... continued from last week

I'm making an attempt to discover whether natal astrological positions and current transits might translate into a helpful astro-atmosphere for American Idol's remaining 5 contestants. Left to right below: Aaron Kelly, Siobhan Magnus(eliminated), Michael Lynche, (Ryan Seacrest, presenter) Casey James, Crystal Bowersox, Lee DeWyse.



Following last Tuesday's post, I searched for information to help pinpoint the exact time to use in an astrological chart representing annonucement time of this year's American Idol, on 26 May. The conundrum, connected to time zones, throws up a bit of a fog. As far as I can discover, the show goes ahead live in Los Angeles, starting at, I assume, 5:00PM, ending just after 7:00PM. However, it isn't broadcast there until start time 8:00PM, ending around 10:00 PM. But it's aired live at 8 to around 10PM in eastern time zone, and an hour earlier in central time zone (still live).

I've used 7:00 PM, Los Angeles for the finale chart, which is the central chart of both images below. This is when the winner will actually be announced, live.

The first image contains planetary positions for Crystal, Lee and Casey working through the rings outward; Aaron and Michael's planets appear in the second image, again working outward from the center.

Blog buddy and commenter Shawn Carson suggested last week that it'd be interesting, and significant to note any of the contestants' planets falling near the finale chart angles (ascendant, midheaven and opposite points). This is the reason it's important to have the chart set for the correct time, because the chart angles change rather quickly.

The ascending degree of the finale chart will be at around Scorpio 25.08 degrees. Crystal's natal Saturn is at 21.33 Scorpio. Mustn't overlook Casey's natal Jupiter at 1.19 Sagittarius, just over the cusp, but well within orb (limits). Michael's Jupiter is a bit wider at 5 Sagittarius, not quite as strong. It's interesting that the Moon in the finale chart is close to the ascendant too - in horary astrology I think Moon represents the public. It's the votes of the public (allegedly) which decide the winner. The only other planet near the ascendant is Aaron's natal Pluto, which is a generational rather than personal planet, so I think it has to be less important than Crystal's Saturn (representing work/career), and Casey's and maybe Michael's Jupiter (luck?)

There's no planet close enough to midheaven or descendant to be significant here.
That leaves the 4th angle, the nadir at 4.25 Pisces, opposite midheaven: Lee's natal Jupiter at 9.35 Pisces is close, so in a strong position.







Conclusion: Not conclusive! Crystal, Casey and Lee all have planets near angles. Michael has one but with a little wider orb, and Aaron has only a generational planet near an angle. It'll be interesting to watch how events unfold from here on.

Tonight's theme is Songs of Sinatra, with Harry Connick Jnr as mentor. Who might fare best singing those old but beautifully written standards ? So much depends on their song choices. This is where good judgement enters into this singing contest. Some of them may not be as familiar with Sinatra's vast repertoire as they are with contemporary music, so it could be tricky for them....but interesting.

Idols Inspired ~ Crucial Astro Transits

This week American Idol is doing its bit for charity with Idol Gives Back. The special segment, with performances by The Black Eyed Peas, Annie Lenox, Jeff Beck, Joss Stone, Mary J. Blige and Sir Elton John will air tomorrow night. Tonight the remaining 7 contestants will compete on a theme of "Inspirational songs", with Alicia Keys as mentor.

Still in the running are the two Aries Suns: Aaron Kelly and Lee DeWyse; Taurus Sun: Tim Urban; Gemini Sun:Michael Lynche (saved by the jury from elimination 2 weeks ago); Leo Sun: Crystal Bowersox; Capricorn Sun: Casey James; and Pisces Sun: Siobahn Magnus.


Left to right: Tim, Siobahn, Crystal, Katie (eliminated), Michael, (host Ryan Seacrest), Casey, Andrew (eliminated), Lee, Aaron.

Natal charts for Crystal, Siobahn, Casey, & Michael are at my post of 29 March. I noticed then that Crystal and Siobhan are the two most likely to be affected by current astrological transits, especially the coming T-square astrologers are talking about a lot this year, and Jupiter, often thought of as planet of luck, now transiting Pisces, heading for Siobahn's Sun and (possibly) Crystal's Moon in the late degrees of the sign. Crystal's Moon degree depends on time of birth, and could be anywhere from 21 Pisces to 3 Aries, but within orb for these transits to be relevant.

Uranus, now in late Pisces is opposed by Saturn in late Virgo, both will shortly square up to Pluto in the early degrees of Capricorn, by that time Uranus and Saturn will have slipped into cardinal signs Aries and Libra to form a cardinal T-square. Crystal's natal Moon and Siobahn's natal Sun could link into this challenging circuit, as it takes shape. Uranus (change) is a big part of the picture, a change of lifestyle for Crystal or Siobahn could be on the cards, but not without its attendant problems and challenges (via Saturn and Pluto). I read this week that Crystal is already feeling the strain. She was about to leave the show but Ryan Seacrest persuaded her to stay (article at E-Online.)

I don't fully understand betting odds, so if I've transated wrongly....sorry!
Bookies have Crystal in the lead (2/3), with Lee, surprisingly next (7/2), Casey next (7/1), Siobhan (15/2), Michael (12/1), with Aaron at 25/1 and Tim at 50/1 as outsiders. Crystal has improved her position from how it stood 6 weeks ago, Casey remains the same, Lee has improved the most. The early leader, Andrew Garcia was eliminated last week. He proved to be like the horse who does an early spurt then falls way back.

Here's a 12 noon chart for Lee DeWyse, click on it to enlarge. Transiting Jupiter has been around his natal Mercury at 18 Pisces for the past week or so. Will his current boost last? Although he has a great voice I don't see him as "Idol-worthy" yet. He needs experience and confidence to bring about some stage presence. I think he'll be in the last 4 for sure though (Crystal, Casey, Siobahn and Lee?)

There's a list of inspirational songs from which the contestants can choose their number for tonight HERE. Some songs on that list seem less than inspirational to me! I'd like to hear my own favourite, Impossible Dream, but doubt anyone will choose to sing it.

Music Monday ~ American Idol's Top Ten & That T-Square

Dates of birth for American Idol's Top Ten finalists have surfaced. I can now take a look at some of the natal charts for signs of imminent triumph - or otherwise. Interestingly, a couple of the gals' charts are affected by the upcoming Cardinal T-square which will link Saturn, Uranus and Pluto in early degrees of cardinal signs Aries, Libra, Capricorn (with a hint of Jupiter thrown in, at times).

As mentioned in my previous Idol 2010 post in early March (here) bookmakers at that point had Andrew Garcia as favourite to win. Andrew's performances since then have proved to be somewhat inconsistent though; he isn't as well favored now. His place as male favourite has been taken by Michael Lynche.

From the gals, Crystal Bowersox remains a potential winner and has brought consistently good performances. A contestant who sneaked up from behind: Siobhan Magnus might prove troublesome to the favourite in time though.


Back left to right: Siobahn, Casey, Didi, Michael, Crystal, Tim. Front left to right: Katie, Andrew, Lee, Aaron.

Let's have a look at some charts, just those of contestants who I suspect will survive the next few rounds. All are set for 12 noon in the absence of birth times, so rising sign will not be accurate as shown. Click on images to enlarge.

Gals first:

Crystal Bowersox: Joplinesque and confident in her own talent - knows her niche and her strengths. Great voice, plays guitar and harmonica.
Sun and 2 personal planets in Leo - no surprise that a career on stage has always been her dream. If born before 7pm natal Moon would be in Pisces, later in the day she'd have Aries Moon. Either way, transiting Uranus will be hanging around the Pisces/Aries cusp for quite a while, and Uranus relates to changes and unexpected events. During much the same period transiting Saturn will be opposite Uranus, and therefore opposing Crystal's natal Moon, as Saturn relates to work and career, perhaps here is an indication of upcoming big changes for her in this area. Could the heavy T-square configuration manifest for Crystal in life changes and the realization of her dreams, but bringing with it some problems and stringent demands to this young single Mom?


Siobhan Magnus: Young, quirky, big voice, a vocalist who could likely sing absolutely anything and make you listen. Interesting gal! She's a combination of Pisces/Aquarius/Capricorn with Moon almost certainly in Scorpio. Significant here is that she'll have transiting Jupiter (benign, and often thought lucky, planet) close to her natal Sun during the rest of the competition. Also, transiting Uranus is joining her Sun, so she will be linked, though more loosely, into that T-square which could affect Crystal. Interesting!




Didi Benami : Good-looking gal, nice voice, not sure of her genre though, probably something along British singer Duffy's style. (Scorpio Sun with Leo or Cancer Moon).

Katie Stevens: Youngest gal still in the competition. Good voice but will struggle to stay in much longer. She needs time for her style to "gel".
(Sagittarius Sun with Moon in Taurus or Gemini).

Guys:

Michael Lynche: Big, big fellow (fitness trainer) with, I'd guess, a big heart to match. He seems such a nice guy. He's versatile in style, great voice, confident and best of all - very likeable. Sun/Mars in Gemini opposite Jupiter/Uranus in Sagittarius with Moon in either late Capricorn or early Aquarius.
Hmmm. I don't see any significant transits for him, he has no planets in early cardinal signs where the T-square will form. Maybe this is a good thing though -to be free of any looming potential surprise or problem? I'll be watching his progress, or lack of it, with interest, bearing that T-square in mind.



Casey James: I've liked him from the start. He has the confidence in his skills honed from years of singing in small venues. Nice looking without appearing conceited. Style can vary from rocker to country to balladeer - good on guitar too. Casey's another contestant without clear linkage to the upcoming Cardinal T-square. He's a mix of Capricorn and Aquarius with Leo Moon, whatever time of birth. As with Michael, perhaps a lack of significant transits at this time will be a boon. We shall see.





Andrew Garcia: Suffers from bad song choices, but could pull back to the lead with better judgement in that department. Good judgement in choosing songs to suit the voice and importantly to please the audience, is essential, and something often absent in less experienced contestants. Andrew is experienced though - he had a big YouTube following before Idol, so this is puzzling in his case.
(Sun in mid-Libra, Moon in Cancer or Leo).

Lee DeWyse: Nice gravelly voice (Joe Cocker-ish ?) Lee lacks experience and confidence though, but is improving fast. (Sun 12* Aries, Moon in Capricorn or Aquarius).

Aaron Kelly : Youngest contestant in the Top Ten, amazingly mature sounding. Tweens will love his cute looks. Aaron is another who, though good already, could use a few more years to "gel" his talent into an individual style. Could go country, or straight pop, I guess. Huge potential. (Sun 12* Aries - same as Lee, Moon definitely in Leo).

Tim Urban: Another one for the Tweenies, difficult to know where he fits genre-wise though. I doubt he'll go much farther in the competition unless he comes up with something really special soon. (Sun in Taurus).