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Carly Smithson Says Goodbye on Idol this Week

April 29, 2008 by Romy

My favorite American Idol was voted off this week – that’s right, the Irish and tattooed Carly Smithson was eliminated in this round. This Dublin-born singer was so gracious about exiting the show, it just reminded me why I liked her so much! Everyone seems to remember her because of the controversy this season when it was discovered that she had released a record under her maiden name Carly Hennessy on MCA back in 2001, but it’s not like she’s the only Idol contestant to ever have achieved some form of success before the show!

This week I want to remember all the Irish singers that I love as a tribute to my favorite Idol this season. My very favorite Irish songstress is Dolores O’Riordan of The Cranberries. Of course, it’s a close tie with Sinead O’Connor and Kate Bush.

There are also Irish bands like that little band no one knows, U2 or The Chieftains or even the soundtrack to the amazing movie The Commitments!

So long, Carly, we’ll miss you!