Season 10 - James Durbin

James Durbin: Idol Discoveries

James Durbin auditioned for Idol three years ago, and in this video he talks about why he was ready for American Idol this time around.
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desdanny 10 pts

Love watching these vids, brings back some good times on the forum!! So proud to be a Durbinator!

HannahVanityDurbin 5 pts

Well I think its sweet! Hes always sweet!

Ginnmae 5 pts

He is very sweet! And an awesome singer!

SajiNoKami 5 pts

He seems like he has matured in a good way during the competition.

FunkyGirl246 5 pts

Awwww that was cute!!!!!! I love you James!!!!!!!!!!!!

arose6915 5 pts

Very nicely stated, James. Going to keep you in my prayers!

zara2012 5 pts

JAMES DURBIN YOU WILL WIN !!!! YOU HAVE THE TALENT OF THE VOICE AND YOU HAVE THE PERSONALITY AND THE LOOKS YOU ARE THE WHOLE PACKAGE!!! AND YOU NEED TO WIN TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR BABY AND WIFE..KEEP ROCKING YOUR A REAL MAN!!

merilink 5 pts

James U are Sooo Special!:-) LOVE U

docvb80 5 pts

loved the first song best, James!

clanmckenzie 5 pts

Is anyone else bothered by the whistle in his speaking voice?

carlawagner 5 pts

Clanmckenzie--James Durbin has overcome Ausbergers AND Tourettes. He is an immense talent, he has a wonderful personality, and he is clearly emotionally connected with his family, friends and fans alike. We are truly privileged to be able to hear him perform every week yet YOU are concerned with a little whistle in his speaking voice? Give me a break--you better hope no one comes near your glass house with any stones...

sharonbrstr 5 pts

GOOD LUCK JAMES AND U JUST BRING IT THE WAY U DO :-)

seahawksruleman 5 pts

Good Luck JAMES!!!!!!! I am 52 yrs old and you ROCK our house!!!

Calamity07 5 pts

James, I cant wait to buy your cd and be able to listen to you any time I want! You rock!

cindyhoward 5 pts

James you are such an inspiration to all of us. Keep up the good work. Love your motto. I am going to adopt it.
"You can't change the wind but you can set the sail in the direction you want to go". Thank you

triciab35 5 pts

James you are an inspiration to me and my son who also has Asperger's syndrome, he is 7 years old and watches you each week in AWW. I see hope that he will someday be able to break through walls and aim as high as he wants too!! and be more than just the kid that comes home sad cause he gets picked on!! thank you for being an inspiration for him!!! God Bless and Good Luck!!!

dandksmammaw 5 pts

James, We just found out in Feb. my 10 year old grandson has tourettes. I was devastated but him & I watch you every week & you give us such inspiration & hope for the future! He drives a racecar on dirt & is excellent! Good Luck to you!

Kimbo49 5 pts

Hi James, just wanted to let you know that there are tons of fans out here that love you. In my opinion you are the best Idol contestant ever, and I have been watching since the beginning. In all these years, I have never felt inspried enough to vote for anyone - this is my first year voting, for you. You have an amazing ability to connect with your fans. Somehow you can make your fans feel like you care about them, even more than they care about you. Just amazing! You also cross generational lines better than most performers. I personally know people in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and even 60s that all love you. Most entertainers appeal to a much smaller audience. For those reasons, I think you are going to be vervy, very successful, whether you end up winning or not. Please stay humble and connected with your fans...we love you for it!

jamestehbarbarian 5 pts

u r the best james!!!!!! my name is james too and i also have touretts, and i have that same eye twitch!!! small word huh!?!? i play guitar and sing and wen i heard your story i was realy inspired and actualy started to tear up a little! the second u win i am gonna buy ur album! rock on!!!!!!!

67dawn 5 pts

james i just have to say that you are my fav and that the show will not be the same !!!!!!!!

pierrettebourassa 5 pts

James , I love you , you are such an inspirat.ion to all the people. In Canada , for us you were the best , the only one. You are a hero , we are chock of what happened. You will always be our American Idol number ONE. Love you. a fan from CANADA ,,,,,,,, Pierrette.

Trishb1960 5 pts

James, I am so impressed by you and believe that you are just scratching the surface! In my heart of hearts, you should've been the winner, you are not in the competition anymore, but you are the true idol in every sense:) You inspired, you touched hearts and souls with every performance, and you will continue to bring it all on stage... Tour will open so many doors for you... Things can only get better from now on James! Your lil Hunter and precious Heidi are so proud of you!! I am in Toronto, Canada and I am your biggest supporter here, my niece has down syndrome and noises bother her tons! She loved your singing and we downloaded each and every one of your performances many times!! We r looking forward to meeting you here in Toronto on September 9! KEEP ON ROCKING sweet James!!

pierrettebourassa 5 pts

I James , we love you ( Canada ), you have been such a nice person , You are the best ,, you are the number ONE,,,,you are the best singer , I hope you go far very far in life , you are a hero. Love you , You are a winner anyway. `: Pierrette Bourassa from CANADA.

amkst2 5 pts

LOVE YOU JAMES...DON'T GIVE UP!!! SEE YOU IN PITTSBURGH THIS SUMMER!!!

Lzucchetti 5 pts

James, thank you for having given us and amazing journey. Your voice and your passion have moved us all and we are going to miss you. I can't wait to be able to buy your records. You are the best and should have won!!

dduncan1975 5 pts

James you are an amazingly talented artist. You will go really far, just keep believing in yourself. My daughter also has Asperger's, she is 7 and adores you. You have been such an inspiration to her and so many others. We love you James!

pitt99xxx 5 pts

Will you still love me tommorrow was the best song Hayly you are terrible all you do is scream

ab4531 5 pts

We love you in St. Louis - see you 7/31! You are such a role model - my son has Asbergers and my other son has ADHD and facial tics. I told Danny to watch you - when you sing and play music you are in your zone and the tics go away. He just did a poetry reading - without tics! THANK YOU! To go far with your situation is just amazing. I am not going to watch Idol until the finale now, when I can see you again. You are so talented and gifted...you will go far!

gladys23 5 pts

James, where can we get a CD with all your songs? 1ST time seeing show, voting for a contestant, going to the site, -to hear and see YOU. We LOVED all your songs and performances -- my family's favorite --"still love me tomorrow". We never thought we would watch this show --but YOU got us engaged. I am 50+ and NEVER commented on a PAGE, but had to --- Our family & friends LOVE your PASSION, and extraordinary talent. You have a bright future and gorgeous Family !! My senior neighbors/friends & family all AGREE "in our hearts you are our AMERICAN IDOL". We will follow you--best success -- we will be the first to see you in concert and buy your CD.

oklahomacityrealestate 5 pts

AI judges give James a Save. You have given other favorites a second opportunity to win by giving them a save. I remember one year where you did not let an contestant go and then the following week two had to go home. Save James, afterall he is the best of the final four.
Let the nation vote twice because there was a computer error; something went wrong. Bring James back and send home two instead of one. Save James, How can you let such a good entertainer go! Do something AI Judges, _Ryan? Come on, Save James.

PaulPow 5 pts

Love your music, visuals and stage presence. I'm a rocker from way back. Keep Metal Alive Dude! Take it from a 58 year old hippie at heart! Rock On! Paul

sandy0325 5 pts

AM A 62 YR OLD ROCK SINGER.A SONG FOR YOU IS WE ALL DIE YOUNG FROM M,OVIE ROCK STAR.

DianneF 5 pts

Does anyone else out there have a problem getting sound on this site?

oklahomacityrealestate 5 pts

The judges did let James down. They used their save too early, and the fluke voting system, let the best talent go home. The save should have been used for James, and then there would be no controvesy, because, if James got voted off a second time then there would be no doubt. But there should be a rule that if a contestant has never been in the bottom three (never), Then they get an automatic save once for fluke system errors for whatever reason.

The judges let James down, and those who doubt the verdict, and are convince there is an error. They let us down too.

ilesha12 5 pts

James!!! I love you! You were the best on the show, you should have won it! But I am happy that you will still get a contract and get to put out music!

Miller53 5 pts

YOU ARE #1 ! YOU WILL GO FAR WITH YOUR CAREER, YOU JUST HAVE TO BELIEVE!

tbill501 5 pts

I want to vote!!!! Scotty you are the new idol, but I know every vote counts and I want to vote for you! I will pray that everyone else that loves you can vote for you too!

Jeingersoll 5 pts

Waiting for your first album. You should have won. Voting system needs a touch up.

guitarchick88 10 pts

james you are AMAZING!!! i cant wait to see you on the idol tour!!! me and my friend will be there wearing yellow and red and we are also making t shirts that say "GIVE METAL A CHANCE" in all caps!!