January 2009
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.
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.
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?
February 2008
Idol’s Top 12 Men Relive the ‘60s « Napping at Red Lights
(via)The first week of American Idol's Top 24 is underway and the theme is the ‘60s. But can the Top 12 men take some older songs and make them their own?
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