Simon Fuller chose “What’s Going On” for Kris Allen and it he chose start it off with just the guitar and it was really nice.  It’s one of my favorite Marvin Gaye songs and I’m happy with what he did with it.

Randy said that they’ve got themselves a real competition right now but felt that the song was a little light for him.  Kara said that Kris has been true to himself since day one and she likes that Fuller picked a socially conscious song for someone like him.  Paula said that Kris tore the song up and …read more

We’re finally where we wanted to be folks. It’s down to the Final 12 for Season 6 of American Idol. This is my preferred portion of the show because I like each singer having the opportunity to have a little bit more stage time. I also like the theme nights and the special guest judges that usually bring in. Quick introductions of the Final 12 and our judges and their brief intros. Tonight the theme and celebration is for Diana Ross. I believe this choice will directly benefit a couple of the contestants specifically.
Brandon Rogers
Singing “You Can’t Hurry Love”, his …read more

Ryan starts off the show by congratulating Jennifer Hudson for her Oscar, American Idol’s first! Jeff Foxworthy is in the audience tonight. Is it country night? After seeing Sanjaya Malakar’s outfit, I’m putting my money down on him singing a Michael Jackson song. We’re quickly reducing the field of contestants to 6. The lowest two vote getters will be going home, leaving us with eight. Tonight’s show has the contestants dedicating their song to the people that inspire them.
Phil Stacey: 29 from Jacksonville, FL
Phil Stacey sings “I Ain’t Missing You At All” by John Waite. I still think this guy …read more