Weekly Review: Myles goes home

Billboards number 1's was the theme and mostly the performances have begun to fair better than before. Looks like these contestants needed to be pushed into a theme to really show who they were.

On a day when Miley Cyrus was a mentor (although people questioned why she would be mentoring them she wasn't too bad) there were performances that definitely stood out while others fizzled. The performances that became the matter of survival to make it to Idol's Summer tour.
Lee Dewyze proved he isn't always uncomfortable while on stage. His jazzy performance of The Letter was one of the week's standouts along with Crystal Bowersox's vocally charged performance of Joplin's Me And Bobby McGee.

It was only more than obvious who would be going home this Wednesday and we were all just waiting for it. We were also expecting this week's results show to be flooded by teen idols who performed their current singles. However we weren't expecting Simon to rip away Paige Miles' last chance performance for a shot at the save. Whether it was harsh and whether or not Paige's vocal abilities ( or sudden lack thereof) were the reason for her elimination we don't know but we're expecting another reasonable elimination next week where the contestants will be singing R&B/Soul with Usher as their mentor. Can't wait.

Weekly Review: Brown goes home

So The Rolling Stones became quite an interesting theme giving America quite a few good performances. Lee Dewyze was once again our favorite with his performance of Beast Of Burden. Andrew Garcia also gave us an intense performance of Give Me Shelter . Crystal Bowersox chose a much more interesting song that displayed more of her amazing talent since going live.
On the results show Lacey Brown was sent home which was definitely expected given her continually boring performances. Orianthi and Ke$ha gave rather mediocre performances. '07 Idol winner David Cook returned with his band singing The Rolling Stones classic Jumpin' Jack Flash and instantly stole not only the show but the week.
Not quite sure what next week's theme will be but I am looking forward to it. I'm hoping that with the theme set out for this years contestants they will be headed towards a more interesting road. And yes, once again I'm looking forward to whatever Lee brings to the table for next week.

Weekly Review: Top 12 is chosen

So another week of performances rolled in for 2010 and another round of disappointments followed. The only stand out was Lee Dewyze and I rather enjoyed Todrick Hall's Somebody To Love. Tim Urban's performance of Hallelujah was alright but touched nothing of performances of that song from the past. The girls (although appraised this year) have failed to impress despite the powerhouse of Crystal Bowersox's voice.)
The results show gave us a long overdue performance from Scott MacIntyre and Matt Giraud which easily showed us what we're missing from this season. There also arrived the unveiling of the Top 12. Alex lambert went home which seemed like a typical choice, so did Katelyn Epperly. But then Todrick Hall and Lilly Scott also were sent packing. Although I wasn't one to rave about these two performers I just didn't think that they deserved to be voted off so early.
So next week Idol brings us the theme of the Rolling Stones and a performance from David Cook. Can't wait to see if this years contestants can outshine an Idol of the past...

Weekly Review: Top 20 perform, four more get eliminated

With the guys dominating the night it is easy to say that all the performances that will be highlighted this week will come from the guys. After Crystal Bowersox's health scare left us having to hear the guys first we found ourselves enjoying ourselves quite a bit. Although some performances were much better than others there were obvious improvements. It's safe to say that the guys dominated the week.
The best performance by a mile was Lee Dewyze's Lips Of An Angel where he showcased more of that rasp and grit that is so amazing to hear. Tim Urban showed major improvement by singing a song well fitted for his vocals with Come On Get Higher and Alex Lambert showed America he's not only the 'nervous one' when he performed Everyone Knows.
As for the girls there was not much to highlight and nothing at all to get excited for. Most were seemingly tone deaf and others just chose horrible songs. Even our female fvorite Crystal Bowersox (although she showed as usual her great voice) leaned towards the boring side. I'm sad to confess that it was perhaps one of the worst performance episodes I had ever seen on Idol and I've been watching since 2006.
This week's results show voted off the ones that should have gone home last week and lso brought us some more Danny Gokey- who reached the top 3 last year.
I'm hoping for a step up from the girls and even MORE improvements from the guys. I'm also looking forward to seeing what Lee does next...Even if that's biased or not.

Weekly Recap: Top 24 perform and 4 get eliminated

The performances this week ranged among the mediocre although the talent is immense. Several performers stood out however, proving that Idol can still bring us amazing performers. The one on the girls side that performed the best was Crystal Bowersox who sang Hand In My Pocket from Alanis Morrisette. And from the guys it was Lee Dewyze who sang Snow Patrol's Chasing Cars. Besides them there were several who caught our ears. Todrick Hall did great rendition of Since You've Been Gone. Didi Benami was quite good in her performance of The Way I Am. Tyler Grady was also amazing in his 70's way during his performance of American Woman. Besides them the performances were dull and lackluster. However the results show proved to be far more uninteresting.

Allison Iraheta performed Scars and Kris Allen performed an outstanding Let It Be for Haiti relief. While Ryan Seacrest told America that Idol Gives Back will indeed return this year the voters were busy voting off Tyler Grady, Ashley Rodriguez, Joe Nunoz, and Janell Wheeler. Although they certainly were not the best performers they did fair much better than most of the others. I'm hoping that next week's performances improve and treat us to two nights of incredible talent and more reasonable send homes. But then again we won't ever know what to expect until the votes are counted.

Weekly Recap: Top 24 REVEALED

This season we have dealt with not only a change on the judges panel but also in the show itself. Some are disappointing changes but others proved to be fairly well. One thing that hasn't changed is the talent, the contestants that have managed to captivate America with their charm and powerful abilities.
This past week we were given the names of the Top 24 and the results were at times stunning but over all were pleasant. It's no doubt that this season will be fixed with all the same amazing performances and charisma that helps make these Idols a star.
Ladies and gentleman, your Top 24! Get ready to start voting next week! Excited yet?

Top 12 guys

Casey James

Andrew Garcia

Lee Dewyze

Todrick Hall

Tyler Grady

John Park

Aaron Kelly

Alex Lambert

Michael Lynche

Tim Urban

Top 12 Girls

Lilly Scott

Crystal Bowersox

Ashley Rodriguez

Didi Benami

Haeley Vaughn

Janelle Wheeler

Katelyn Epperly

Katie Stevens

Lacey Brown

Michelle Delamor

Paige Miles

Siobhan Magnus

Weekly Review: Hollywood Week

There were a few surprises during Hollywood Week. Standouts and ones that have a curious way of showing they belong in the top 24 but all in all this years Idol has displayed a group of talented singers, whether they are memorable or not.

Most of IdolWood's previous picks were eliminated (including our front runner Justin Williams) but there were some that stayed, and a couple who will get our votes!

Andrew Garcia and Jeff Goldford caught our interests while Casey James and Todrick Hall remained in the pack. We'll be looking forward to seeing our favorites during next week's portion of Hollywood!

Weekly Review: Denver/ best of the rest auditions

This season's audition rounds have come to a close and soon Hollywood week will take over. The hard work, frustration, harsh critiques, and many cuts will take place. However first there were a few more worthy contestants to watch who made up the 181 golden ticket receivers.

In Denver Victoria Beckham was again the guest judge and on the first day we saw one of the best outcomes. However only one did we pick. The Best of the Rest episode showed plenty of talent and truly did save the best for last.

Casey James

In Denver Casey James made his mark on both the judges and we here at IdolWood. We look forward to seeing him in Hollywood.

Lee Dewyze

His deep voice was only shown for a brief moment but it was enough to excite us.

Didi Benami

This soulful singer came in with a heartbreaking and touching story as well as one of the best auditions.

Jordin Sparks To Perform At The Star of Texas Fair And Rodeo

On March 16th season six Idol winner, Jordin Sparks, is set to perform at The Star Of Texas Fair and Rodeo.

And good news, Idol is going to have more to hour shows this season. So get ready for more Idol! Specifically, the top 12 (March 16th,) top 11 (March 23rd,) top 10 (March 30th) and top 9 (April 6th) shows are all going to be two-hour episodes.

Weekly Review: Los Angeles/Dallas auditions

Los Angeles and Dallas have been visited a few times by American Idol and usually there are people worth seeing for 60 minutes. However this season we saw a minuscule amount talent in either city.
In Los Angeles there was talent and yet very little to jump up and down about. The guest judges (Avril Lavigne and Katy Perry) were less than interesting and the episode gave nothing exciting. So it is from the Dallas auditions we will be taking our highlights from. Dallas provided three favorites and two rather interesting judges (Neil Patrick Harris and Joe Jonas).

Dave Pittman

Dave Pittman stepped into the judges room with an inspiring story and an amazing voice. I really hope he makes it in Hollywood!

Erica Rhodes

The former Barney actress came in with a rather...interesting get up and a voice that kept us interested!

Todrick Hall

He worked with Fantasia on stage and now he's looking for some fame of his own. We're waiting for it too!

Weekly Review: Chicago/Orlando auditions

It seems like this weeks episode brought little interest contestant wise. And although the guest judges (Shania Twain and Kristen Chenoweth) were very good, the talent was shortcoming. Especially in Chicago.
So IdolWood has only decided to highlight our two favorites from this week.

Charity Vance

This sweet 16 year old has a touch of soft soul and displayed her unique style that was all her own.

Matt Lawrence

He found himself in bad waters awhile back but with this audition it looks like good times are ahead.

Weekly Review: Boston/Atlanta auditions

This week showcased as much talent as we have ever seen. The contestants ere fresh, ready, passionate, and sometimes hilarious. Nothing has come short from the moment the auditions got under way. As usual we hear Ryan Seacrest welcoming us, as delightful as ever before, and then we see multitudes of talent (some not so much) storm through the doors to try to get their ticket to Hollywood. The judges can be brutal, harsh, but altogether mostly honest and totally true. However IdolWood did see some standouts, a few who we will be pulling for once Hollywood week goes under way.

In Boston, a rain drenched day wasn't enough to cease the talent that showed off their fabulous vocal abilities. Victoria Beckham acted as the guest judge as we saw so much talent that is truly unforgettable. Here are our favorites from Boston.

Maddie Curtis-

The soulful 16 year old blew us away with her powerful vocals and amazing story!

Luke Shaffer

Luke Shaffer sang Secondhand Serenades "Fall For You" and it immediately got us liking him!

Justin Williams

Cancer survivor Justin Williams was as talented as he was inspirational. His vocals got us telling everyone to look out for him standing out in Hollywood!


Atlanta was no slacker when it came to talent. The usual abundance of talent rang through honestly! Here are our favorites from Atlanta as Mary J. Blige acted as guest judge!

Vanessa Wolfe

An honest, charming, and true southern girl Vanessa Wolfe gave us the kind of country the south is known for!

Holly Harden
When "Guitar Girl" came into the judges room we were all expecting another joke and go around. However when she opened her mouth to sing, we were all caught off guard! we're expecting to be unexpectedly surprised during Hollywood week!

Over all they passed through 56 people this week, let's wait with anticipation to see who else makes it in the coming weeks!

American Idol premiere

Get ready Idol lovers! The new season of American Idol is premiering tomorrow! Don't forget to sit in front of your TV and tune in or set your DVRs for 8/7pm!
Season 09 will no doubt be an amazing season with all the antics and great talents that seem to improve with each year. Check back here every week for a weekly review of the episodes that air!