February 2009
Nick, Nathaniel, Tatiana Make the Cut as Idol Announces Top 36
(via)It was do or die time on American Idol as Hollywood Week came to a close and the judges informed the final 54 who made the cut for the Top 36. Among the surviving were three that have been very visible during Hollywood Week.
Has American Idol Jumped the Shark?
(via)Has American Idol lost its touch? Is it sacrificing the charm of the show for the almighty rating point? Or has the show just reached its prime and is now in the downslide?
Drama Queen Survives Idol’s Hollywood Round 3 « Napping at Red Lights
(via)It looks like more faces survived this third cut of American’s Idol’s Hollywood week than didn’t as the judges sent contestants of only one of four rooms home. Many of the top favorites put in stellar performances to seal their fate. But also among the surviving was drama queen Tatiana Del Torro.
Bikini Girl Blows Idol’s Hollywood Round 2
(via)Drama was the name of the game during the second round of American Idol’s Hollywood phase as contestants team up and the competition turns cut throat.
Funnyman Norman Gentle Shines during Idol’s Hollywood Round 1
(via)The most memorable performance of American Idol’s first round of Hollywood Week was not that of a vocal powerhouse. Instead Funnyman Nick Mitchell - aka Norman Gentle - wowed the judges with his humor.
January 2009
Confidence Abounds at Idol NY, San Juan Auditions
(via)Confidence was the name of the game tonight as American Idol combined auditions from San Juan, Puetro Rico and New York City before heading to Hollywood. Unfortunately, much of that confidence was misplaced.
Osmonds Headline Salt Lake City Idol Auditions
(via)You might think you’ve seen everything on the American Idol auditions over the years. But the appearance of an Osmond at the Salt Lake City auditions tonight has me screaming gimmick!
Idol Jonesing for Talent in Jacksonville
(via)I’m starting to get a bad feeling about Season 8 of American Idol after watching the slim pickings at the Jacksonville auditions. Only 16 tickets were given out tonight.
Idol Looking for Thoroughbreds in Kentucky
(via)Tonight American Idol judges set up shop at Church Hill Downs for its fourth city of auditions. But can they find a thoroughbred in the Blue Grass state?
Talent a No Show for Idol San Francisco Auditions
(via)After the auditions last week, I was looking forward to seeing a preview of Hollywood Week potential in the third city of American Idol auditions. I couldn’t have been more wrong.
Idol Judges Find Another Castro in Kansas City Auditions
(via)Two nights into the competition, American Idol tries to hit the jackpot with auditions in David Cook’s hometown, Kansas City. But the judges did not find another Cook. Instead they did find another Castro.
May 2008
David Cook Wins it All, Named 2008 American Idol
(via)Welcome to the two-hour Fox promo machine - I mean, the season finale of American Idol. And believe it or not among all the stars, a new star was crowned in what had to be one of the closest finales in seven seasons.
Davids Duke it Out for Idol Title
(via)Tonight the Davids faced on in the finals of American Idol in a battle that pit a rock star versus boy wonder. But who will pull away with the title?
The Davids to Battle it Out in Idol Final
(via)And then there were two. In a very predictable finish to the American Idol Top 3, Syesha Mercado is eliminated leaving David Cook and David Archuleta to vie for the title next week.
Idol Top 3 Fail to Wow with Lackluster Performances
(via)American Idol is down to its Top 3 contenders and the contest should be heating up, but the competition tonight was uninspired and predictable. With three songs a piece, did any of the contestants really stand out?
Ding Dong, The Dreads are Gone on Idol
(via)As a relief to much of America (or at least this American), the dreadlocked Jason Castro was finally given the boot as American Idol dwindles its numbers to three.
Syesha Proves She’s Still in the Running on Idol
(via)Tonight the Top 4 had the songs from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at their fingertips on American Idol. But could the contestants make the best of these great tunes?
Paula Deemed Safe, Brooke Sent Packing as Idol Dwindles to 4
(via)While the fate of one of the Top 5 hung in the balance of this American Idol results show, Ryan felt the need to reassure us that Paula’s status as a judge is secure despite her mishap in the bizarre judging format on Tuesday night.
April 2008
Cook finds a Hit Among Diamond’s Offerings on Idol
(via)Tonight Neil Diamond offered the Top 5 American Idol contestants variety with songs from some 25 albums to choose from. In fact, the contenders each got to select two Diamond songs, but did they make the right selection?
Even Webber Couldn’t Save Carly Smithson on Idol
(via)Popularity won out over talent as the results of the American Idol Top 6 sent the Irish rose Carly Smithson home after Tuesday’s solid performance of “Jesus Christ Superstar.”
Syesha Mercado does Webber Proud on American Idol
(via)Tonight Andrew Lloyd Webber helped the Top 6 bring Broadway to American Idol. But were the performances music to our ears or a heartbreaking tragedy?
Who Could Actually Win American Idol?
(via)Well the Top 12 have been halved on American Idol and the end is near. But are we any closer to knowing who will be crowned the Season 7 Idol?
Kristy Lee Tells Simon What She Thinks on Idol
(via)It was a bad night for Kristy Lee Cook. Not only was her number finally up on American Idol as she was eliminated from the Top 7, but now she can’t even buy her back the beloved barrel horse that she sold to get to her audition.
David Cook Rocks Mariah Carey on Idol
(via)A diva known for her power ballads mentored the Top 7 on American Idol tonight. What can we expect from Mariah Carey’s efforts - second-rate versions of her hits or just karaoke hell?
Shocking Exit Tarnishes Give Back Vibe on American Idol
(via)The American Idol Elite 8 results show started like a second part to Wednesday’s “Idol Give Back,” but finished with an elimination that left the audience shocked.
