American Idol Live Blog

Michael Johns (29 – Georgia)

The band is terrible. The electric guitar is unnecessary. His commencement and transition are terrible. He is screaming. His emotion is completely contrived. Girl screaming? Seriously, you are not Steven Tyler. Randy is correct. His performance was false. His defense is weak. Dreams can come true? Are you seven?

Syesha Mercado (21 - Florida)

Seriously, lose the fro. Her commencement and emotion are elegant. She is believable and natural. She does not oversing. She guides the selection. Her vocals are exquisite. She transcends the song. Exemplary performance.

Jason Castro (20 - Texas)

Outstanding selection. Memorable for Mark Greene’s death. His background is complimentary. The violins are poignant. Unfortunately, his emotion appears contrived. He is not connecting. He is begging acceptance. His vocals are adequate. However, one cannot embrace him. Randy, are you blazing? He was weak.

Kristy Leigh Cook (24 – Oregon)

Her ensemble is beautiful. The sequined top and white jeans exemplify her form. Her commencement and transition are gorgeous. She is brilliant and controlled. She transcends the screen. One can understand her. They can comprehend her struggle. Her conclusion is excellent. Amazing performance. Simon is correct. Aesthetically and musically, she was grand.

David Cook (25 – Missouri)

The white jacket is creepy. His commencement is rough. However, he is improving. His emotion is believable. He could easily oversing. He could channel another rock song. Yet, he does not. The performance is enjoyable. He is not perfect. His flaws were visible. However, he was satisfactory. Simon is correct… Pompous is a great adjective.

Carly Smithson (24 – California)

You are not Freddie Mercury. Live Aid improved the world. American Idol Gives Back enriches teenagers. Her performance is ridiculous. Her preening and strutting are obnoxious. Her vocals are forced. Her emotion is unbelievable. She practically screams the transitions. Additionally, her pants were unflattering. Her ass appeared huge. Simon is correct. She lost control.

David Archuleta (17 – California)

He is this competition’s finest. Unfortunately, this performance is apocryphal. “Angels” is a subtle masterpiece. His vocals are a contrived mess. The piano is an excellent addition. However, his voice overcompensates. He screams the transition. His emotion is wretched. Simon is doubly correct. Excellent choice. Pathetic performance.

Brooke White (24 – Arizona)

The violins are bizarre. This is “Inspiration Week.” Her vocals are elegant. Her emotion translates. She is subtle and suggestive. Her conclusion is slightly rough. However, she will advance. Simon is exact. Nice is the defining adjective.