Season 8 Auditions
Wednesday, June 11, 2008 3:01 PM

Audition dates and locations for Season 8 have not yet been announced. Audition dates and location information will be posted as soon as it is made available. Typically auditions usually begin in the last week of July or the first week of August. Audition cities and dates usually are announced in late June or early July. Season 8 shows will begin airing early 2009.

National Anthem NBA Finals
Tuesday, June 10, 2008 7:30:39 PM

David Cook Sings The National Anthem NBA Finals

David Archuleta Post AI Interview
Thursday, May 22, 2008 3:28 PM

This is David's interview with local Salt Lake City Fox 13 News last night. Real Cute interview.

David Archuleta will perform at the sold out American Idol concert tour in July 14 here in Salt Lake City. A Second night July 15th was added.

American Idol Winner
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 8:00 PM

The next American Idol is.... David Cook. He won by 12 million votes. And is Crying! He walks around the stage and keeps crying. David Cook says he started the season as the word nerd and is at a loss for ords. He thanks his fans. His mom 7 Brother hugs him onstage. David Cook sings "Time of My Life" Fireworks come down Confetti drops David Cook wins and I got to see him in his underwear. This is the best Finale ever!

Buy David Cook's Full Length Recording of "Time of My Life" Single on iTunes

And the Winner is....

"Time of My Life"

American Idol Live
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 6:02 PM

Ryan says the winner recieved 56% of the votes, while the other David got 44%. Mikalah Gordon is covering David Cook's hometown party. Matt Rodgers host the Energy Solutions Arena Party! Ryan introduces the stars of "So You Think You Can Dance" The Top 12 performing "Get Ready" all in white. David Cook performs "Hero" by Chad Kroeger/Josey Scott. It's a duet with Archie! Syesha Mercado, wearing a gray dress sings performs"Waiting For You" a duet with Seal .

Jason Castro sitting on a stool, wearing a blue shirt and jeans, sings "Hallelujah" Melinda shown in audience A "best of" Ford commercial including the Top 12. The song is "Let the Good Times Roll" They show two Escape hybrids outside, Ryan gives them both keys. Archie does have his drivers licence LOL Top 6 girls, in red, perform songs by Donna Summer. Brooke White first to sing then Kristy Lee Cook. Song is "She Works Hard for the Money" Now Amanda Overmyer. Carly Smithson next Song is "Hot Stuff". SYTYCD dancers come out Donna Summer comes down the stairs in all black with a diamond-sparkling microphone. Song might be titled "Stamp Your Feet" judging from the chorus. Donna goes into "Last Dance". Top 6 girls all line up next to her Syesha Mercado standing beside her Fantasia shown in audience.

Michael Johns and Carly Smithson sing "The Letter" Carly Smithson is dressed in black top and pants. Michael Johns is wearing black suit with black shirt. Jimmy Kimmel will recap the season. He jokes about tipping Sanjaya for valet parking. Sanjaya shown in audience, he laughs. More Jokes and recap. Top 6 guys perform Michael Johns starts off "Summer of '69" Next David Hernandez Next Jason Castro Next Chikezie Eze They all gather together and sing. Davids walk down the stairs. They sing a duet of "Heaven" The other 4 guys give backup David Cook welcomes Bryan Adams to the stage. He sings centerstage at micstand playing guitar. Must be a new song, I don't recognize it

Michael Johns and Carly Smithson sing "The Letter"

Jordin Sparks, last years winner, in video message talks about the Walt Disney World "American Idol Experience". David Cook does duet of "Sharp Dressed Man" with ZZ Top. They showed Adam Cook in the audience. Graham Nash and Brooke White,wearing a blue dress, sing "Teach Your Children"

Jonas Brothers sing "S.O.S." Ok, left to rgiht - Nick, Jo and Kevin. Justin Guarini shown in audience. Montoge and Renaldo, the guy in the whit cape and hat, performs. Break Ryan introduces OneRepublic singing "Apologize" David Archuleta walks out onstage and sings the second verse. TONS of screaming. Wow, this performance is awesome. Jeff Archuleta shown in audience Ryan goes to Matt Rogers in Salt Lake City. Matt says it's the biggest party in Utah. Both of Arch's grandparents are with him.

Jordin Sparks

Jordin Sparks, wearing a knee-length gold dress with streaks of red/orange, performs "One Step At a Time" She's wearing two orange wristbands on her right arm. Blake Lewis (Season 6, runner-up) and Haley Scarnato (Season 6, 8th Place) shown in audience. Ryan introduces "unseen footage" of Gladys Night performing in 1972. Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey, Jr. are in place of The Pips It's another one of those Elvis/Celine Dion hologram things. Carrie Underwood (Season 4, Winner) sings "Last Name"

Gladys Night Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey, Jr.

Results are less than 20 minutes away! Haha, David A. is doing a take on Tom Cruise's scene in Risky Business in a commercial for Guitar Hero Ryan introduces the Top 12 for the last time before the results They sing "Touch Your Body" Kristy Lee first, then Carly Ramiele next. Song is "Faith" by George Michael Amanda next Brooke next Guys come in now Michael first Then David H. Then Chikezie Singing "Father Figure" Jason next They all sing in unison with the girls. David Cook next David Cook and Arch lead on "Freedom" The other 10 are singing backup Arch first Chikezie and David H. join him Then David Cook, Michael and Jason Now they're all singing tiny parts of the prechorus Jason, Michael and Arch together All 12 standing in a row. George Michael, wearing all black and sunglasses, comes onto the stage he sings "Praying For Time". Talks about his tour, which begins in San Diego Break. Cook's Guitar Hero 3 commercial..

Winner is moment away... Ryan asks the judges on their final throughts Randy says he's happy it;s the two of them, one of the strongest years ever. Paula is honored to be sitting there, says it's the beginning of the start of the rest of their careers. Simon says he wants to congratulate both of them, watched it at home and said it wasn't as clearly cut. Apologizes to Cook for verging on being disrespectful. He says they're both tryers and they both did terrific. The guy from the voting company walks onstage and gives him the envelope.

American Idol Finalé May 21
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 4:43 PM MST

It is being reported that just 97.5 million votes. were cast on yesterday's finale!! Smashed the record by over 23 million
Who is crowned American Idol winner is about 3 hours away now! The show airs (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) (7:00-9:00 PM MST tape-delayed) scroll down for spoiliers on tonights rumored guests, performances, alumni.

Season 8 Auditions in Utah
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 11:46 AM

For the first time in its seven-year history, this summer "American Idol" will visit my hometown, Salt Lake City, Utah, to audition contestants for next season's show. The show's producer, Nigel Lythgoe, told Utah Fox affiliate KSTU Channel 13 that he was impressed with the level of talent in Utah. His other Fox reality show, "So You Think You Can Dance," stopped in Salt Lake City last winter for this upcoming season, and it's rumored that a number of Utahns were picked for the next round of auditions in Las Vegas. "He said they had so many great singers and dancers there that they will be stopping there [for "Idol"]," a Fox spokeswoman said Tuesday.
Season 8 Auditions in Salt Lake City Utah
It is said to be at the Energy Solutions Arena (ESA)

Regie Hamm's "Time of My Life"
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 10:07 AM

In the closing four minutes of the two-hour show (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed)
(7:00-9:00 PM MST tape-delayed), the David, the American Idol Season 7 Winner will sing the winning song in the second American Idol Songwriter contest winner in the.

Regie Hamm's "Time of My Life"

Buy David Cook's Full Length Recording of "Time of My Life" Single on iTunes

George Michael
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 9:47 AM

The big surprise guest performer during the American Idol finale tomorrow night will be "Freedom" hit-maker George Michael, a source has exclusively revealed.

Earlier this week, producer Nigel Lythgoe refused to reveal who the artist would be, only saying that the "biggest star in the world" was coming to Idol.

Vote for David Number
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 7:43 PM

You can vote for 4 hours tonight!

• Text 5701

• Text 5702

Official Song Spoiler
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 5:23 PM MST

Clive Davis

• Cookie U2’s “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For”
• Archie“Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me”.

Songwriters

• Cookie - "Dream Big" Rocked out with a guitar
• Archie "In This Moment" - Big ballad

Personal

• Cookie - "The World I Know" by Collective Soul - Played guitar
• Archie - "Imagine" - song was changed up a little

The setup was like a boxing match. The Davids came out in boxing gloves and robes. Archie is in this too win. He was very emotional after every song. Cookie held back a little

Luke Menard
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 4:06 PM

It is being reported by TMZ and several fans in Luke's hometown that Luke Menard has been diagnosed with cancer and is currently in stage 2. I am looking for more confimation this.

Update: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 10:55 AM
"American Idol" semi-finalist Luke Menard has been diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma, a representative for the singer's a capella group Chapter 6 confirmed. "Luke had a lingering cough and was having trouble breathing deeply, so he went to the doctor to have it checked out," Jane Victor told CBS News. "The suspicion was walking pneumonia. But after a chest x-ray doctors saw a mass and did more testing, which is what led to the stage II Hodgkin diagnosis." The 29-year-old singer, his wife and family remain hopeful, Victor added. "They've been told that it's treatable and manageable. Luke is currently in Los Angeles and plans to return home to Indiana soon," she said.

The 5-year relative survival rate of stage II Hodgkin disease is 90 to 95 percent, according to the American Cancer Society. Menard made it into the top 16 on this season of "American Idol." He was voted off the show on March 6, 2008.

David Archuleta Utah
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 2:38 PM MST

Tuesday Night
Murray High School is supporting Utah's favorite American Idol Idol tonight by throwing an open to the public viewing party.

Wednesday Night
Thousands of Utahns to Get Sneak-Peek of Archuleta's Fate
Pep rally at the Energy Solutions Center. Doors open at 4:30 show via the LIVE Broadcast at 6:00 MST an hour earlier than the local broadcast of the show. This is free to attend!

Adam Cook
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 2:22 PM

It is confirmed that Adam Cook will be in the audience Wednesday Night. He’s David’s older brother who is stricken with brain cancer. He traveled to a live show on a donated medic plane. Groups have been trying to raise the money to get Adam back out to Hollywood for the finale.

Wednesdays AI Finalé Rumors/Spoiliers
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 12:11 PM

My Favorite show of the year. It's so bitter sweet. It's always the best show of the year... but its the last on of the year as well. So here is a quick run down of what is known/rumored about tomorrow nights show. The show airs (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) (7:00-9:00 PM MST tape-delayed)

• Jordin Sparks - (Season 6, Winner)
• Bo Bice (Season 4, Runner-Up) has already confirmed to be there.
• Carrie Underwood (Season 4, Winner) will perform her new single “Last Name”, according to her My Space.
• The band OneRepublic (responsible for the mega-hit “Apologize”. Ryan Tedder from the band recently wrote for Clay Aiken and Blake Lewis) canceled a gig in order to be available for the finale. Daily Press

• Jason Castro to sing "Hallelujah" by himself and the rest of the top 5 are singing duets.
• David Cook and David Archuleta will duet on “Hero”
• Nigel and FOX confirmed a Jonas Brothers appearance.

Finalé Song Spoilers Rumors
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 11:31 AM

Season 7 Finalists David Cook & David Archuleta will compete for the Idol Crown in the American Idol Finalé Season 7 Tonight ((8:00-9:02 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed)
(7:00-8:02 PM MST tape-delayed)) at the Nokia Theater this is a little about what has been uncovered so far about tonights show as well as Wednesdays Results show when we will finally know the who is the winner of Americann Idol!

I’ll be updating with official song list after rehearsal later this after noon.

Personal song choices

Song Writer Competition
The Davids picked their own coronation song from the 10 most popular songs in the list of 20 that were available for online voting.

Clive Davis song choice for the Davids.

American Idol Finalé Theme
Friday, May 16, 2008 7:32 PM

American Idol Finalé will have the Fianl Two singing three songs. Theses songs will be as follows Clive David's song + AI Song contest winner + Encore OR New contestant song. David Archuleta won the coin toss and selected to go second.

American Idol Finalé May 20-21
Wednesday, May 14, 2008 8:04 PM

Season 7 Finalists were announced David Cook & David Archuleta will compete for the Idol Crown in the American Idol Finalé Season 7 May 20-21 at the Nokia Theater next week

Elimination Results
Wednesday, May 14, 2008 7:08 PM MST

David A., Syesha and David C. onstage, Ryan introduces the Top 3. Intro being shown. Syesha had a very worried look. Ryan centerstage. Andrew Lloyd Webber in audience. Ramiele, KLC and Michael also in the audience. The Final 3 perform "Ain't No Stopping Us Now" Ford video with Los Lonley Boys' "Heaven" All get keys to ford cars. Ryan says 56 million votes were cast. Recap Shown. Fantasia performs "Bore Me" She has pink hair, big earrings, and is wearing all black. This week's collector's stamp has Jordin Sparks on it.

Ryan shows the Top 3 backstage. David A. comes out first. Ryan asks if there was a lot of screaming back at home. Ryan introduces David's trip back to Murray, Utah. 1 He says he's going to Good Day Utah. Cheerleaders from his high school greet him. They show him being interviewed on the morning show. Show him signing autographs and greeting fans. Next he goes on a radio show. Next he goes to the Gateway Mall He says he's not sure how many people will be there. He's surprised to see how many people there are. Tons of screaming girls everywhere. He cries because he can't believe how many people came out to see him. He apologizes for crying haha. He asks "where do they park!?" David's mom shown in the limo with him. He goes to his high school. Shows dad hugging his daughter. He goes up to a platform, the mayor declares May 9, 2008 David Archuleta Day He sings "Imagine" He is shown singing the anthem at the NBA playoff game. Montage over. Jeff Archuleta shown in audience. Ryan asks David how he feels. David is embarassed that they showed so much crying. Ryan reads judges' recaps. David says the biggest obstacle was learning three songs, but he managed to fit enough rehearsal time. Ryan teases David saying they'll show the video again. They show David's journey video (as if he would have been voted out) Song used in montage is by Graham Colton Montage over.

Syesha comes out next.She says it was amazing that there were so many people in Sarasota. She is on FOX 13, shows her being interviewed. Police car drives by her while she's in the limo. She takes a picture with a baby. She's shown getting a reception at her old school She sees her family at her house. Hugs them Her dad says Syesha coming home is like "a natural high" for him She's shown riding a limo on top of it waving to the crowd. She goes to Booker High School and speaks to the students. She takes off in a helicopter. She gets an aerial view of the crowd below. She perfoms "Proud Mary" outside in front of everyone. She cries in the limo and says she didn't expect to cry as much as she is. She says she feels so happy and is holding a snow globe. Ryan reads the judges' recaps. Syesha says she doesn't think Paula was too hard on her, but she seems wishy washy They show her "journey" video, set to Fantasia's "I Believe" Montage over. Break.

Ryan asks David if it wasn't his original idea to audition. David says he went with his younger brother to give him moral support. His brother, Andrew, walks up onstage. David talks about how he was asked by the producers to audition. They show his montage of his hometown visit. David shown on private jet flying to Kansas City. The FOX network has a chopper cam following his motorcade. David tries to do the weather, then goes to a local radio station. He is shown performing in front of a huge crowd downtown. He sings "Living on a Prayer" A girl cries when he autographs her poster. He goes to his elementary school and surprises his music teacher. He gives her flowers and a kiss on the cheek. She says he's so talented and makes her heart sing. He is shown with his brother and they do a parade. Cheerleaders and kids shown on the side of the road. Tons of screaming fans of all ages. He cries while standing on a track. He receives an award from a state rep. He says he got to do all of the things he wanted to do growing up all in one day. Montage over. Ryan reads a recap of the judges' critiques. One person goes "woo" when Ryan mentions "Dare You to Move" Ryan asks Randy why he called his performance predictable. Randy says DYTM was the better choice, but it didn't go over well. Ryan introduces DC's "journey" set to Daughtry's "What About Now" Montage over.

Syesha sings "If I Ain't Got You" one last time.

Fantasia & Home Town Visits
Wednesday, May 14, 2008 10:06 AM

American Idol Alumni Fantasia Barrino (Season 3 Winner) is scheduled to perform "Bore Me" on tonights one hour elimination show. (9:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) (8:00-9:00 PM MST tape-delayed). There will also be videos of the Final three's hometown visits shown tonight. Syesha Mercado returned to Tampa, Florida; David Cook returned to Kansas City/Blue Springs, Missouri; and David Archuleta returned to Salt Lake City/Murray, Utah. I live in Salt Lake and it was the first time AI has been here and it was amazing. I have special pages devoted to full coverage of both Davids homecomings just click the city names. Syesha's videos are on her main page.

Who gets voted off
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 8:15 PM MST

I don't think this really needs to be said but for everyones record I think Syesha will go home this week. I think as I have since the top 16, that the Finale will be David's.... and the "Next American Idol is..... David" I myself am torn between the two David's. My hometown loyalty and my personal music preferances are confused... but I think freshly baked cookies are in order next week...

As an added note my one year son Brady (who for some crazy reason loves AI like Syesha's "Fever" performance the best tonight... "Happy Feet" was a close second. Last week his favorite performance was Jason's Mr. Tamborine Man

Rock the Vote - Lines are open
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 6:16 PM MST

Contestants have THREE phone numbers this week

Vote for David!!!

View videos & Mp3's of all tonight performances on the contestants pages. Their names are links to the pages

Amrerican Idol Live
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 6:05 PM

Ryan Seacreast opens tonight show by putting his arm on David A. and Syesha, but not David C. He called David A. a high school student, Syesha an actress and DC a bartender (before AI). Ryan says the judges' choices are first. Archie's song choice by Paula is shown in a video read by his mayor at his hometown welcoming. Paula says she wanted to showcase his vocals and the melody is difficult and it will showcase his timbre. Archie begins "And So it Goes" standing centerstage wearing a black leather jacket and tie. It is all a capella at the beginning, then the violins come in, then the piano. David's dad shown in the audience. Paula & Randy Like it Simon says its ok not outstanding.

Randy says he chose "If I Ain't Got You" by Alicia Keys for Syesha because he had a feeling she would like it cause she's young and hot and he could see her singing this kind of record. She begins centerstage holding a mic, all dressed up in a silver and gold glittered dress with huge gold earings. Piano on stage too. Judges liked it overall. Simon wished she did more with it but that she looked nice

Simon says he chose the song, "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face", for David C because so many girlfriends love it and he wanted to challenge David, unlike Randy. Cookie opens standing at micstand centerstage. Only piano accompanying. He sounds very strong. Starts picking up halfway through the song. Starts to rock it up.Hits a few high notes. Ends on a very high note and holds it. Lots of applause.

Archie says he chose "With You" by Chris Brown [lots of applause] because it's something he hasn't done yet. Says it wasn't easy to learn. Ryan confuses him about starting the performance. And he begins centerstage holding the mic. Archie includes "boo" in the lyrics. Wearing a brown t-shirt and brown pants. He's very into the performance. Lots of audience interaction. Judges didn't like it much. But Simon compliments David on not selecting a ballad

Syesha, wearing a short silvery dress, sits with Ryan at stools, she says she chose "Fever" by Peggy Lee. She says there's a chair involved and she wants to walk around it and work it a bit. Her strong performance was very sultry as she flirted with various band members. The judges were way too hard on Syesha(like last week with Jason). Randy thought she sang amazingly well. Paula said she didn't understand the song choice as is wasn't Syesha. Simon Said she would regret the perfomance tommarrow as it was "quite a lame cabaret performance"

Cookie says he went with "Dare You to Move" by Switchfoot, said coming from a bartender it seemed like the appropriate song for the appropriate moment. David begins centerstage playing guitar. Other instruments come in during the second verse. Randy thought is was the perfect song choice but performance wise it wasn't Cook's best. A little pitchy. Paula thought it didn't last long enough. Simon said it was ok but expected & not a very melodic song. Hmmm... I love this song...

David A comes out to perform "Longer" by Dan Fogelberg. Wearing a blue dress shirt, his vocals are strong but eyes are closed. All three judges thought he sang it well Simon thought the song lyrics were gooey.More for a 70 year than a 17 year old

Syesha performs "Hit Me Up" by Gia Farrell. She begins stage left, wearing a silver top and black pants, moves around the stage, dancing around. Three back up singers. She sounds pretty good considering the song isn't great. All three judges were let down by her performance. Paula is worried it will not be enough to keep her in the competition.... is there really anything she can do at this point to stay in? LOL

Cookie will end the night by performing "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Aerosmith. Strings are accompanying him, nothing else. He's smiling at the camera, skips the first chorus, goes into the bridge. His raspyness is coming out, Sounds good, he goes up into the chorus and hits a high note. Rock elements kick in, still standing at micstand, but electric guitars sound good. Ends on high note. Awesome! Randy: "For me, I love the song, it was ok for me [massive boos] very predictable." Paula: "This is an amazing song. David...see ya in the finals!" Simon: "One of the great songs of all time. And I have to tell you, David Cook wins the night."

Tonight's Top 3 Song List
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 3:34 PM MST

This should be performance order as well. I don't at this point know why but David Cook has changed "his song choice" that he announced would be Collective Soul last Friday.

David Archuleta

Syesha Mercado

David Cook

David & Jeff Archuleta
Saturday, May 10, 2008 3:13 PM

It's been around that David's dad, Jeff Archuleta, is this big bad "stage dad" but hear what David Archuleta said yesterday in theMorning Zoo Interview 97.1: David Talks about his dad, Syesha, Song Choices, Fridays plans and more. See more of David Archuleta's Homecoming at the Gateway Mall & Murry High School Pictures, Videos and soon MP3s check out my

David Archuleta's Song Choice
Friday, May 09, 2008 4:59 PM

Paula Abdul's song choice for David Archuleta to sing on May 13th is "So it Goes" by Billy Joel you can veiw the news footage at fox

Judges Choice: Syesha
Friday, May 09, 2008 3:55 PM

Randy Jackson's selection for Syesha Mercado's to perform on May 13th is "If I Ain't Got You" by Alecia Keys.

David Cook Song Spoilier
Friday, May 09, 2008 3:39 PM

David Cook let everyone know this moring that he will be sining "The World I Know" by Collective Soul for his choice next week as the final 3 perform. Simon's Choice is.... "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" by Roberta Flack. All we need now is Nigel's choice...

David Archuleta at the Gateway
Friday, May 09, 2008 11:41 AM

What a MAD HOUSE the mall is! Thousands (estimates are between 3-5 thousand) of people showed up to get an autograph from David. They mobbed his limo as he left. Crazy!

You will find my updates on David Archuleta's Homecoming at the Gateway Mall & Murry High School at the link

David Cook Homecoming!!
Friday, May 09, 2008 9:59 AM

David Cook Blue Springs Homecoming Schedule

Top 3 Contestants Homecoming
Friday, May 09, 2008 9:26 AM

David Cook - Kansas City, MO Live Feed, Good Day Show Videos

Syesha Mercado - Tampa Bay, FL - Video 1, Video 2, Singing Video

It's David's Day in Salt Lake City!
Friday, May 09, 2008 8:00 AM MST

Divid is here! Watch David Today on Fox Utah Friday is David's Day! More than 10,000 fans are expected to be just down the street from my house at Murray High School today where he will perform for his biggest fans. There will be a small parade around the track including David, his family, Murray Mayor Dan Snarr, County Mayor Peter Carroon, and Governor Huntsman. He'll end the night by singing the National Anthem at the Engergy Solutions Arena for the Jazz/Lakers game.He will be at the Gateway mall at 11 am as well .

Davids Schedule

David Videos

Season 7 Final 3
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:37 PM PM

Final Three Songs Themes May 13 & 14
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:12 PM MST

I am so happy both David's are safe. I look forward to David's Homecoming... I sure wish David Cook lived here too LOL.. On May 13th the Top 3, David Archuleta, David Cook, and Syesha Mercado, will sing three songs next week the theme will change for each song. The themes for the three songs will be judges' choice, producers' choice and contestants' choice. I wonder which judge picks the which contestants song....

Results Show - Voted Off - Live
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 7:02 PM MST

Ryan starts the night with a little voting statistics.... 51 million cast last night & the Top 3 were all within 1 million votes of each other. Says Maroon 5 and Bo Bice will perform tonight. Top 4 perform Steely Dan's "Reelin' In the Years" as a group. Since she lives in San Diego Carly in the audience again tonight. Tickets for the American Idol Summer Concert Tour 2008 go on sale May 17

Recap of last night. Top 4 shown backstage. David Archuleta walks out first. David Archuleta. is.. Safe! Ryan says David A. is safe, now he shows a montage of the Top 4's trip to Las Vegas. They went on a private 737 to Las Vegas. The plane had a bedroom, too. The inspiration of the tour was the Beatles. They went to see Cirque du Soleil's "Love" at the Mirage. Ryan calls out David Cook He's safe! Sweet! Both David's are Safe! Syesha and Jason come out to the center of the stage.Ryan pretend to read the results. No one buys it. Break. Ford music video shown. The Final four are all matadors pretending to "bull fight" with a car. Song is Johnny Cash's "Ring of Fire." They all get into the mustang at the end. Taylor Hicks is the featured 'Idol' winner on those special stamps. Now Ryan taking Q & A calls. Ryan introduces Maroon 5 singing "If I Never See Your Face Again" No Rihanna anywhere to be seen. She's featured on this song. Bo Bice after the break. Bo's wife is pregnant with a boy.

Ryan centerstage with Syesha and Jason. Jason is... going home... Syesha is in the top 3. Jason sings "I Shot the Sheriff" one last time on the Idol stage. There will be three songs performed by the Final 3 next week.

David Archuleta Salt Lake City Utah
Tuesday, May 06, 2008 10:13 PM MST

If David Archuleta makes the Final three then he will be on his way home for a BIG party here at Murry High School on Friday, May 9th He is also scheduled to sing the National Anthem for game three of the Utah Jazz vs. L.A. Lakers NBA Basketball playoff game friday night here at the Engery Solutuions Arena. I am a HUGE Jazz fan wish I was going to the game!!

Whos Going Home Prediction
Tuesday, May 06, 2008 9:49 PM MST

Quoting Ryan a bit here... no one is safe, nothing is guaranteed & to top it off this is the same week Chris Daughtry and Tamira Grey went home so it could be anyone. I however think it will be Jason going home this week. I personally think that Syesha should go home as I really like Jason and would love to see an all guy Top 3. But I don't think there will be enough of a devoted fan base to carry Jason through this very important week. Oh it's going to be a long 24 hours...

Final Four Official Song Choice Spoiler
Live Show Recap
Tuesday, May 06, 2008 4:18 PM MST

Here is the confirmed "Rock N Roll Hall of Fame" song choice list for tonights Top five contestants. This is the performance order. (Tuesday, May 06, 2008 5:30 PM MST) I will update with performance order as soon as I have a credible source

Show Live Updates: Tuesday, May 06, 2008 6:01 PM MST

After tonight only two weeks left, crucial time for American Idol, no one is safe, nothing is guaranteed. Luke Menard & Rascal Flatts in the audience. Ryan says the judges will critique after EVERY performance.

Vote Number: 1-866-IDOLS-*
Vote Number: 1-866-436-57*
or Text "Vote" to 57*
* = Contestant Number

Contestants have TWO phone numbers you can vote at tonight. BUT keep in mind Texting is only the ONE number... the first one

01 David Cook: "Hungry Like The Wolf"
Wearing a black leather jacket opened with a black shirt and black pants. Sounds Great. Done Duran Duran Style. Randy Said OK choice and an Solid performance, wasn't amazing for David. Left Paula wanting more. Simon agreed with Randy, says good enough to stay. Me: David could sing me the phone book...
02 Syesha Mercado: "Proud Mary"
Wearing a silver, shiny dress that ends above her knees. Performance is slow and sultry. Picks up, and she goes crazy with her choreography. Randy thought she was in her zone. Paula thinks she looks nice. Simon thought is was a bad, shrieky version. Me: I liked it. Nothing to special. Showed a little spunk it was cute.
03 Jason Castro: "I Shot The Sheriff"
Says it's by Bob Marley "go figure" Playing the guitar. Wearing blue jeans and a denim jacket. All three judges didn't reall like the performance. I liked it... sounds a bit like Sublime..
04 David Archuleta: "Stand By Me"
Wearing black shirt with white design and black pants. He sounds good, sticking faithfully to the original arrangement. Finishes on a high note and holds it for a bit. Randy: "brought the hot mad vocals" Paula: You're seasoned Simon: best performance so far Me: I totally agree with Simon!
05 David Cook: "Baba O'Riley"
He's holding a guitar and starts strumming it. Vocals are pure, not as raspy as the last song. Goes up into high note and gets his rasp back. Band picks up. He sounds outstanding. All the judges loved it ... Simon: "Welcome back David Cook." Me: David is so Yummy. I want more!
06 Syesha Mercado: "A Change is Gonna Come"
Begins standing centerstage holding a mic. She changed her dress and is now in a full-length gold/yellow dress. She was broing but ended strong. Randy: It felt all disconnected to me. Fell flat Paula: Beautiful performance. Simon: "Syesha, I have to be fair. I'm going to agree with Paula" Me: I actually agree with Randy on this one. It didn't show her personality so well. I usually wait till Wednesday's show to cry LOL
07 Jason Castro: "Mr. Tambourine Man"
Starts centerstage sitting on stool playing guitar. Sounds miles better than the first one already. Forgets the lyrics. He missed about a line of the lyrics. Sounds very much like Bob Dylan, actually. Randy: "tell me how did you think that was [Jason: I lost some words in there] Jason's not in the zone tonight" Paula: "It is what it is. Obviously it didn't blow us away but you blow me away." Simon: "Jason, I'd pack your suitcase." Me: My One year old son loves American Idol and this was his favorite performance of the night he danced and clapped.
Note: It would appear something is bothering Jason tonight, or maybe he does really want to go home.
08 David Archuleta: "Love Me Tender"
Begins sitting on a stool centerstage in front of a piano. Vocals are clear and crisp. Camera just keeps zooming in on him, its a little weird. Only piano accompaniment. Ends in his falsetto. Loud, loud applause. He was wearing a brown dress shirt. Randy: "Dude you got it going on right now the hot vocals of the night!" Paula: "I felt your heart it was fantastic and beautiful." Simon: "You didn't beat the competition tonight, you crushed the competition tonight" It was goo but I liked song one better by far.

Final 4 - Rock N Roll - Song Choice Spoilers
Tuesday, May 06, 2008 11:30 AM MST

It's Tuesday, again! I just love Tuesdays! Tonights show will be 62 minutes(8:00-9:02 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) long as the final four contestants(David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, and Syesha Mercado) sing 2 songs that shaped Rock n Roll from the "Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame".

On Wednesday May 7th Top 4 Results show Maroon 5 will perform as will American Idol Alumni Bo Bice (Season 4, Runner-Up)

These song selection are rumors. I will post the official spoiler list with all four contestants later this afternoon (appox. 4 MST). Rehersal running late today

*****

Jason Castro
Joan at EW hint: Jason's a man on a mission. With one arm that fires, authorities fall, but their counterparts are spared. With the other arm, he jingles his tympan all the way to victory.

"I Shot The Sheriff" and "Mr. Tambourine Man"

Jason's song choices been backed up by several sources, included a friend of Jason’s who has posted on the blog.

David Archuleta
Added: Tuesday, May 06, 2008 2:33 PM MST

"Stand By Me" by Ben E. King & "Love Me Tender" (Norah Jones version).

pervasive rumor with supposed reliable source, but I can’t vouch for it

Syesha Mercado
Tuesday, May 06, 2008 3:41 PM MST
"Proud Mary" by Ike and Tina Turner - according to her sister
She will NOT be singing an Aretha song

Who's Going Home - Final Four
Wednesday, April 30, 2008 8:02 PM MST

The official bottom 2... although Ryan never actually said they were the bottom two...

Bottom 2 Syesha Mercado Brooke White - Home

The Top 4 are David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, and Syesha Mercado

Results Show - Voted Off
Wednesday, April 30, 2008 7:06 PM MST

Here We Go. Updated as they happen. Over 45 million votes were cast. Group performance is a tribute including a medley of Neil Diamond songs. Ryan introduces Gina Glocksen and Constantine who are in the audience. They mention that they co-host American Idol Extra (I Love this show! Diana DeGarmo, who will perform her new single "Right Back Where We Ended" on American Idol Extra tomorrow on FOX Reality Channel at 8 p.m. ET). Carrie Underwood is on the "Idol Stamp" this week. Jason Castro is Safe. David Archuleta is safe too!

Next weeks theme is, as I said before, Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame week, Ryan said so as they went to break. Ryan onstage, says a new season of "So You Think You Can Dance" will premiere the day after the 'Idol' finale. Shows montage promoting it. Ryan talks about the Coke cup design challenge, introduces the winner's creation, modeled by Randy. Ryan talks about the three waiting backstage. David Cook walks out. Lots of applause. Ryan reads David's recap of the judges' criticism. Sweet! He is safe! Brooke White and Syesha Mercado are the bottom 2.

Brooke White and Syesha Mercado walk out onto the stage. They recap performances then have them sit on the couch while Natasha Bedingfield performs "Pocketful of Sunshine." She's wearing a brown blouse and black pants. Ryan pretends to have the judges comment, Simon says "oh no" and they don't follow through. Natasha sits with David A. and kisses him on the cheek! She hugs him and Ryan says David would like to ask her to the prom, she says she has a dress and a boyfriend. Call in questions from the fans.

"Catch the Wind" Ford video shown. The finalists are shown going around a gray world with old broken down buildings that turn colorful as the Ford cars drive by. Ryan sitting on the couches, introduces Neil Diamond, who sings "Pretty Amazing Grace." The audience is not really into his performance. Neil's mom is in the audience. Went to a break again results coming. Ryan centerstage, brings Brooke and Syesha onstage. Brooke White is going home

Next weeks Theme May 6 & 7
Wednesday, April 30, 2008 7:50 AM MST

Finally I have word on next weeks (May 6-7 2008) theme.... it's .... David Cook week.... ok it's not it's actually "Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame" or Songs that shaped/inspired Rock & Roll that kinda sounds like David Cook inspired week LOL but really there is such a wide list of songs that everybody can find something. AC/DC to ZZtop with Madonna and Cyndi Lauper stuck somewhere in the middle. (just like everyweek, it's what you make of it dawg!) Should be a fun week with the Top four again picking two songs! Song Suggestions anyone? See the list here Tuesdays show will air a extra 2 minutes again. (8:00-9:02 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed)(7:00-8:02 PM MST tape-delayed). On Wednesdays Top 4 Results show Maroon 5 will perform as will American Idol Alumni Bo Bice (Season 4, Runner-Up)

My Bottom 2
Tuesday, April 29, 2008 8:38 PM MST

My bottom 2 prediction is as crazy as it is Syesha Mercado & David Archuleta with Syesha Mercado going home... it's had to say but someone has to go home....Maybe my David A shocker will happen this week??

Did you catch Paula's critique of Jason's yet to be heard second song? Here is a article on it. Video to the right!

Top 5 Official Song Choice Spoiler
Tuesday, April 29, 2008 4:07 PMMST

Here is the confirmed Neil Diamond song choice list for tonights Top five contestants. This is performance order. The contestant sing their songs in two sets, but the judges won’t judge them until the second song. I will update wuith soong order in a few

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Tuesday, April 29, 2008 6:16 PM Recap Edit Started

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Top 5 - Neil Diamond - Song Choice Spoilers
Tuesday, April 29, 2008 9:41 AM MST

Finally it is Tuesday! I just love Tuesdays! Tonights show will be 62(8:00-9:02 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) minutes long as the final five contestants sing 2 Neil Diamond Songs. That will be a lot to fit in to 62 minutes. An early Febuary schedule I had said tonights show would be an hour and a half but that is not the case. Even so they will be singing TWO songs for one fast hour that like years before will leave you wanting more. For more information on this weeks show scroll down a few topics!

These are rumors. I will post the official spoiler list later this afternoon (appox. 4 MST).

Popwatch hint from Joan
Jason Castro
quoted: "Jason always dons durable twill weave when taking a stroll at dawn, when the foliage is dismounting."
This leads me to believe Jasons song choices will be "Forever in Blue Jeans" and "September Morn".

The below possible song choice is from various places. But is 100% rumor. Nothing concrete.

David Archuleta
I'm a Believer - America

Other rumors are out there but there is nothing with merit enough to talk about lets just wait for the real spoiler list due out very soon!

Other Songs by Neil Diamond: Song Sung Blue, Cracklin' Rosie, Sweet Caroline, Red Red Wine, I am I said, Solitary Man, Coming to America,The Boat That I Row, You Don't Bring Me Flowers, Morning Has Broken, Play Me, Hello, again, Heartlight, The Story of my Life, and Shilo

Top 4 Theme - May 6-7
Tuesday, April 29, 2008 9:31 AM MST

Still no final confirmation on wht the theme will be for next weeks(May 6-7) Final 4. I hope for Billboard Top 100, as I think this is a must have theme every year. But I do however know which themes is will NOT be. It's not iTunes, or Bob Dylan, and it's not Disney (break a girls heart why don't you... I was excited about this for all of five minutes... then I was told not it will not be happening) even though there is something going on between Disney and the Top 5. The Top 4 will sing two songs & will also have the extra 2 minutes running time! LOL

American Idol Season 7 Final 5
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 11:04 PM

Next Weeks Theme/Mentor Neil Diamond
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 10:56 PM MST

As I said before the Top 5 finalists (David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Brooke White, and Syesha Mercado) will return to the Idol stage next week for the Tuesday, April 29 (8:00-9:02 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) to perform the "Music of Neil Diamond" with the mentor/guest being Neil Diamond.

Wednesday, April 30 (9:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) the following night will be a live performance of “Amazing Grace” by superstar Neil Diamond, as well as Natasha Bedingfield perform her hit “Pocket Full of Sunshine.” Find out who receives enough votes to stay in the competition and who will go home on the results show airing on FOX.

Official Bottom 2
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 8:57 PM

Syesha Mercado Carly Smithson - Home

Official Elimination Results
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 7:04 PM MST

Show is Live right now I update as I have information. The show will run for one hour. Over 38 million voted. Group Performance Song is "All I Ask of You" Andrew Lloyd Webber(ALW) onstage at piano. Ryan says the American Idol Summer Concert Tour 2008 kicks off in Glendale, Ariz. All dates and locations HERE Recaping of last night show. ALW sits down onstage with Ryan onstage for a brief interview. A comic book-like Ford commercial shown with "Tainted Love" as the song David A. is shown drawing a car and the Top 6 are all rocked out. Both David's are brought out. Both are Safe!!! Sweet! Leona Lewis after the break.

It will be just a bottom 2 tonight. Ryan introduces a montage of AI alums that have been on Broadway. They show Diana, Fantasia and LaKisha, then Tamyra Grey. They are focusing on Tamyra Grey, she's currently in Rent. Clay Aiken shown next, he's in Spamalot. They show a clip of him performing. Leona singing "Bleeding Love.", she's wearing a white dress, knee-length and lights are very bright. Performance is beautiful complete with flames!

Syesha and Brooke are brought out. Brooke looks great! Recaps. Asks why it was easier for her last night, she says it's fun to be someone else. She doesn't know who she was last night. Brooke says she thinks it was the right move to restart. Brooke is safe. Brooke looked shocked beyond belief. Syesha Bottom 2. Jason and Carly are left one is in the bottom as well.

Ryan brings out Carly and Jason. This is the best I have seen Carly look.. my favorite outfit of hers by far! Recaps. Jason is... Safe!! Carly in the bottom 2. Both Syesha and Carly will sing one more time before the results are read. Syesha is... Safe Carly goes home tonight..
Show Over End Edit: Wednesday, April 23, 2008 7:58 PM MST

Shocker Elimination Show
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 11:34 AM MST

I know everyone thought Michael's elimination was a shocker but in reality it wasn't. So, I think we are still in need of one and the David's are the ones with the most shock value. I am writing this because I keep getting these weird thoughts & it bugs me becuase many weeks ago I thought David Archuleta would be voted off in a "Shocker Elimination" during Top 4 or 5 week. But I think instead he may be in the bottom three this week... not voted off, just in the bottom three for a little "Wow!" factor. My reasoning is that maybe so many think he is safe and may be "sympathy voting" for Syesha, Jason, or Brooke... who for their own reasons need help this week to continue. I sure hope not but...

Summer Tour Dates
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 10:16 AM

American Idol Summer Concert Tour 2008 dates and locations have been announced. Check out when the Final 10 Idols come to your hometown HERE.

My Prediction and Favorites
Tuesday, April 22, 2008 9:12 PM MST

If American Idol continues continue with the predictable Boy, Girl, Boy, Girls, Vote off they have been doing then Jason goes home. And with his not so good performance it is VERY possible. But I don't think this will happen as Jason has a decent fan base. I so loved Syesha spirited performance tonight but even with that FANTASTIC performance I just don't think Syesha has the fan base to pull out another week. I thought Brooke did show another side to her singing style that I really enjoyed even with the restart and the nerves. I thought that tonight was Carly's best performance. I really like Carly so its nice to see her have a good night at such an important time. I think most didn't notice Carly skip part of the lyrics. I loved both David's and think the only thing we can really count on is they are both safe this week even with Archie forgetting some of his lyrics again. Thankfully, its Broadway week so I don't think it was noticed by many so & it should not affect him.

Official Song Choice Spoiler
Tuesday, April 22, 2008 4:01 PM MST

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I love that David Cook gets the pimp spot again this week. I sure hate waiting thru the whole to hear him tho. I am horever worried about Syesha and her going first. I think they should have had Cookie go first this week and give Syesha or Carly the pimp spot instead. I'm excited for Brooke hearing thart she may do very well. I am pretty sure that unless Jason, who I hear is sick, does something horrid and/or Carly is a "Superstar" then the bottom three will be all girls again this week. I will have to watch the show before posting my bottom three. Shows not on for me yet but soon.

Andrew Lloyd Webber - Song Choice Spoilers
Tuesday, April 22, 2008 10:36:36 AM

The song choices given are at this point rumor and not %100 I will post the official spoiler list later this afternoon

I have no idea what to expect for tonight but did find out a few things about the Top 6 finalists meeting with Andrew Lloyd Webber from the set of “Phantom the Las Vegas Spectacular” at the Venetian Hotel, Las Vegas.

In an article with the L.A. Times Andrew Lloyd Webber summed up the experience of watching the "Idol" cast perform his work. "I hear my songs all over the place, all over the world. You hear versions of them where they work, but they're not necessarily what I would do if I were there and were able to have input to the artist, which is why it is quite interesting to have a bunch of kids singing my own music. Very strange choices some of them made as well." He laughed. "But I'm not allowed to tell you about it."

“I’m a new boy on this one (AI) — I saw it this week for the first time. I think that’s rather good, you know, because I’m not influenced by what’s happened. I think the ‘Idol’ people were quite taken aback, actually, by what I do, versus some of the other mentors. I hope I’ve managed to change a couple of their performances, because a couple of them were dire.” “One of them,” Andrew says, “actually ended up being really excellent.” He won’t be coaxed into telling exactly who that singer is. “No, I won’t, but it should be pretty obvious.” quoted from Las Vegas Sun

Jason Castro
Jason Castro might sing “Memories” from the musical Cats. From EW comments

Carly Smithson
Quoted form ALW interview “Carly — she’s the Irish one, isn’t she? — Carly was going to do ‘All I Ask of You’ (from “Phantom”), and I felt a bit of a turncoat in this theater of all places, saying, ‘This is wildly unsuited for you, darling. I said to her, ‘It’s crazy, you’ve got to do a rock-and-roll song. Better to do “Jesus Christ Superstar.” I think she’ll rock the place out with it,” he chuckles. “We’ll see how much they take of what I said — or not. I’ll probably be cut to shreds (in editing).” quoted from Las Vegas Sun

Brooke White
Although Lloyd Webber was barred "under pain of death" from revealing the song choices, he did speak of being struck by one moment in particular. "The girl who I was really quite impressed with was Brooke. She was really -- I got something out of her. I mean, whether or not, you know, that is there at the end, I really couldn't tell you.

"The one thing is working with me, one on one, where I'm on the other side -- I'm sort of actually, in her case, holding her hand to get the performance out of her. It's very different than sitting in a great big television studio with a big audience and you've got a camera in front of you. So, one will have to see."
Quoted from ALW interview with the L.A. Times

David Cook
According to Miles Siggins, on the TV Guide channel Idol Wrap, David wanted to wear a full suit this week, but he and Miles compromised on a suit and jacket look.

David Archuleta
"Think of Me" from “The Phantom of the Opera”
Possible ALW comment refering to David... “One of them,” Webber says, “actually ended up being really excellent.” He won’t be coaxed into telling exactly who that singer is. “No, I won’t, but it should be pretty obvious.”
Quoted from ALW interview with the L.A. Times

Syesha Mercado
Performing first.

Neil Diamond Mentor April 29-30
Saturday, April 19, 2008

I know it is VERY early but I have confirmed with Fox that the theme for American Idol's top 5 finalists will be special guest Neil Diamond. Now we just need to watch and find out who will be the top 5!

Theme for Final 6 April 22 & 23
Thursday, April 17, 2008 7:46 AM MST

Next weeks theme/mentor/guest has been confirmed, on Tuesday, April 22 (8:00-9:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed), the Top 6 finalists ( David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Brooke White, Carly Smithson, and Syesha Mercado) will return to the Idol stage to perform the "Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber". Andrew Lloyd Webber will be guiding the contestants and as they perform a selection of his songs from the set of “Phantom the Las Vegas Spectacular” at the Venetian Hotel, Las Vegas.

You can tune in the following night to see a live performance by world-renowned artist Andrew Lloyd Webber with the top 6 finalists, Leona Lewis will perform "Bleeding Love", and to find out who receives enough votes to stay in the competition and who must go home on the results show Wednesday, April 23 (9:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX.

Andrew Lloyd Webber on iTunes

Leona Lewis on iTunes

Andrew Lloyd Webber is the composer of “The Likes of Us,” “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” “Jesus Christ Superstar,” “By Jeeves,” “Evita,” “Variations” and “Tell Me On A Sunday” (later combined as “Song & Dance”), “Cats,” “Starlight Express,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Aspects of Love,” “Sunset Boulevard,” “Whistle Down the Wind,” “The Beautiful Game” and “The Woman in White.” He composed the film scores of “Gumshoe” and “The Odessa File,” and a setting of the Latin Requiem Mass “Requiem.” In 2004, he produced a film version of “The Phantom of the Opera,” and in 2009 will premiere the sequel to “The Phantom of the Opera,” which will be helmed by the award-winning director Jack O’Brien. In 2006, Lloyd Webber won an International Emmy for the hit BBC series “How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria?” He repeated his success with “Any Dream Will Do,” and is currently casting the musical “Oliver!”

Lloyd Webber’s awards include seven Tonys, three Grammys (including Best Contemporary Classical Composition for “Requiem”), seven Oliviers (for achievement in London theatre), a Golden Globe, an Oscar, two International Emmys, the Praemium Imperiale (the highest international distinction for achievement in the arts), the Richard Rodgers Award for Excellence in Musical Theatre and the Kennedy Center Honor. He was knighted by the Queen of England in 1992.

Season 7 Final 6
Wednesday, April 16, 2008 8:20 PM MST

Official Bottom 3 & Groups
Wednesday, April 16, 2008 7:31 PM MST

Season high of 36 million votes! Group Medley is "One Sweet Day", Ford Commercail "I want to be Free". Elliott Yamin (Season 5, 3rd Place), whos mom passed a very short time ago, performs "Free" with "We miss you Mom" written on his hand (like David C. on IGB). Mariah, wearing a short little black dress and four and a half inch high heels, performs "Bye, Bye". Sweet! It's official David Cook is SINGLE!!!

David Archuleta was last back stage while the others are on the stage in two groups.

To Bring David's 36 year old brother, Adam, out to see David C sing on American Idol for the first time $80,000 seeing David cry Pricless....
Thank you radio station for your help getting Adam to David!

David Archuleta safe. They change the groups around. Syesha Mercado & David Cook switch places. His GroupJason, Carly, and Cookie are safe. Syesha and Brooke are safe and Kristy Lee Cook finally goes home!!!! Let the festivities begin!

Prediction - Bottom 3 - Voted off
Tuesday, April 15, 2008 7:52 PM

Call Me crazy, You know I am... I have not watched the show but I feel so strongly about my choices that I am going to go ahead and post who I think will be in the bottom three and voted off on Wednesday nights (April 15, 2008) results show.

Speaking of the results show.... Mariah will be performing for American Idol on Wednesday, April 16 (9:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed)(8:00-9:00 PM MST tape-delayed) elimination show where one more contestant will be voted off. In addition to Mariah, Elliott Yamin (Season 5, 3rd Place), will also be on the show!

David Cook as usual he made it his own and it was really good. The song started out funny. I kept looking for the Mariah version. But by mid song I had totally forgot about Mariah and was enjoying David's song! Randy thought it was the best performance of the season and gave him the first standing O of the season. Paula loved it and Simon said it was the best of the night, and said everyone else seemed like they were singing karoke

Official Mariah Carey Song Choice Spoiler
Tuesday, April 15, 2008 4:02 MST

A little later than usual but TMZ has finally posted the Final Seven's "Songs by Mariah" song selections for tonights show. Tonights show is one hour and airs on Fox 8:00-9:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed or 7:00-8:00 PM MST tape-delayed.

My favorite song to be performed on American Idol tonight will be David Archuleta & "When You Believe" I am a big fan of Dreamworks "Prince of Eygypt" animated film as I am a big Cartoon nut. "When You Believe" is a beautiful duet with both the amazing singers Whitney Houston & Mariah (I can hear Simon already LOL) but I think David Archuleta can pull it off its actually the perfect song choice for David. However, I am really worried about Carly singing "Without You" I don't see it at all. I bet Syesha wanted to sing "Without You" and she would have been better... Mariah Carey songs Oh, the trauma ....

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