January 2009
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!
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.
Elite 8 Inspire on American Idol
(via)Tonight’s American Idol was more about preparing the audience for “Idol Gives Back” with each of the Elite 8 singing their favorite inspirational song. But will the performances inspire voters?
Ramiele Finally Goes Home, American Idol Down to Elite 8
(via)Tonight American Idol did what my husband calls “trimming the fat” (and no he’s not referring to anyone’s weight). The bottom pair have been hanging on for weeks and it was time for one of them to go.
March 2008
America Gets it Wrong, Idol Sends Chikezie Home
(via)Popularity won out over actual vocal talent and performance skills tonight as American Idol said goodbye to one of the Top 10.
American Idol Top 10 Theme was Flawed
(via)Tonight on American Idol the Top 10 contenders got to choose songs from the year they were born. Besides making me feel old with only one contestant sharing the same birth decade with me, I had to wonder if the contenders could really maximize on the cool theme.
Will Guest Mentors Nuture a Star Among Idol Contenders?
(via)Finally, American Idol announced the Season 7 guest mentors on the Top 11 results show. Expect to see Dolly Parton, Mariah Carey, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Neil Diamond mixing it up with the Top 10 over the next few weeks.
American Idol Lennon-McCartney Night Part Deux
(via)Tonight the Top 11 celebrated The Beatles - again - on American Idol with even more songs from John Lennon and Paul McCartney - and one by George Harrison. But who would stand out this week?
David H. Says Goodbye on Idol Top 12 Results
(via)Welcome to the Horton Hears a Who version of American Idol, also known as 55 minutes of fluff for a five-minute decision. And amongst all the brouhaha, we learned the results from the Top 12 performances.
Chikeze Steps it Up on Idol Lennon-McCarthy Night
(via)American Idol is down to its Top 12 and the competition just heated up with performances of songs from the John Lennon and Paul McCartney Library. But can the Top 12 handle the pressure?
America, Your Top 12 Idol Contenders « Napping at Red Lights
(via)After three decades of theme weeks and millions of votes, America has pared down the Top 24 to just 12 contenders to vie for the title of American Idol.
Are Reality Contestants Entitled to Any Privacy?
(via)When someone decides to become a contestant on a reality show, does that mean that they give up all rights to their privacy?
