American Idol Mania's Favorite Performance From Season 6-Blake Lewis

David Archuleta Performing In Star Search As A Boy

Chris Daughtry's American Idol Audition Where It All Began

Chris Daughtry has rocketed to the top of the music industry. Check out this clip of his Idol Audition. I thought Daughtry should have won season 5, but it obviously didn't hurt his success in the music business. I can't believe that Simon told gave him a "no." I'm glad Randy and Paula saw his talent and potential and they gave this North Carolina boy a chance.

Kellie Pickler Performed At Idol Top 11 Results Show

Former Idol contestant Kellie Pickler performing her hit single, "Red High Heels."

American Idol Elimination Of Amanda Overmeyer

In case you missed the elimination episode last night here it is:

American Idol Mania Speaks Out About Last Night's Elimination Episode And Idol Gives Back

Last night's episode had several surprises for me, the biggest of which was seeing Carly Smithson in the bottom 3. Talent-wise I believe she should be able to make it at least to the top 5. I'm not sure what happened there. Did people just not vote for her because they think she's a shoe-in or is she just not as popular with Americans as the other contestants.

Former Aussie Michael Johns was clearly surprised when he was told that he wasn't in the bottom 3. In case you missed it, he sort of fell to the ground in shock. Kristy Lee Cook looked equally surprised when, after having been in the bottom 3 for several weeks, found out that she made it to the top 10.

My favorite part of the show was when Fantasia and Elliot Yamin were in Africa delivering bed nets to protect the African people from the devastating effects of malaria. By far, the most touching moment was when Elliot learned that an African woman was naming her newborn son after him. He was clearly touched and moved and I think I went through a half a box of Kleenex watching it. It's so great to see them using their celebrity to serve those in need.

Idol Gives Back will take place Wednesday April 9 at 7:30/6:30c. Last year's episode raised an astounding $76 million that went to help various US and international charities. It's so good to see Idol using it's popularity to benefit those in need in a big way.

Amanda Overmyer Voted Off American Idol Last Night

To me, from the start Amanda Overmeyer seemed like an old soul. Even her favorite quote supports this: "I was born a long way from home. I have spent my whole life just trying to get back." - Janis Joplin

Although Amanda perhaps appealed to a smaller audience, she does have a very distinct style and I was amazed with the strength she showed after her elimination last night. She really seems to enjoy rockin out and I hope that American Idol helps open some doors for her.

Tune In Tonight To Catch The Elimination Episode On American Idol

Idol Top 11 Carly Smithson Singing Blackbird Last Night

After Simon Cowell compared Carly to Kelly Clarkson last week I was anxious to see her performance this week. Overall I thought it was pretty amazing, even though I'm not sure it was the best song choice. She just has such an incredible voice and I enjoyed hearing her sing her first ballad on Idol.

Brooke White's Top 11 Performance Of Here Comes The Sun

Topping last week's performance might have been nearly impossible for Brooke, and although her quirky version of Here Comes The Sun was not the judge's favorite I agree with Paula that she is a "lovable girl." Her awkward dancing was even sort of endearing. I think many people will like Brooke because she seems like such a real girl. I also appreciate her relaxed and sometimes funny banter with the judges, even though it was maybe a little too much last night. I don't think her performance last night will hurt her with the fans, but we'll just have to wait until tonight to find out.

"Another Solid Look For David Cook", Day Tripper, Top 11 Performance

Check out our MO homeboy's Whitesnake-influenced performance of Day Tripper. I totally disagreed with Simon. I thought it was awesome! I would love to see David Cook and David Archuleta in the top 2. Tell me what you think.

David Archuleta's Near Perfect Top 11 Performace Of The Long And Winding Road

I've recently heard some criticism of David Archuleta's love for the ballad. I think it takes a great singer/performer to capture the audience the way he does when he sings a slow song. Listening to him sing is NEVER boring to me and I'm sure that thousands of others would agree! According to Simon his performance "was a master class." I couldn't agree more!

American Idol Mania Talks Dancing With The Stars

The Dancing With The Stars Live 2-Night Event starts tonight, Monday March 17. The stars of this season are: Comedien and radio host Adam Carolla dancing with Julianne Hough; International film star Christian de la Fuente dancing with Cheryl Burke; film and TV star Shannon Elizabeth dancing with Julianne's little brother, Derek Hough; movie star Steve Guttenberg dancing with Anna Trebunskaya; R&B star Mario dancing with Karina Smirnoff; Acadamy Award winning actress Marlee Matlin dancing with Fabian Sanchez; magician Penn Jillette dancing with Kym Johnson; actress, producer and entrepreneur Priscilla Presley dancing with Louis van Amstel; Grand Slam tennis champion Monica Seles dancing with Jonathan Roberts; NFL Man of the Year Jason Roberts dancing with Edyta Sliwinska; Tony Award winning Broadway star Marissa Jaret Winokur dancing with Tony Dovolani; and Olympic champion figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi dancing with Mark Ballas.

David Hernandez Eliminated From The Top 12-03/12/2008

Kristy Lee Cook's Unique Version Of Eight Days A Week-Top 12

David Hernandez Performing I Saw Her Standing There-Top 12

Syesha Mercado Singing Got To Get You Into My Life-Top 12

David Archuleta Performing We Can Work It Out-Top 12

Michael Johns Singing Across The Universe-Top 12

Ramiele Malubay Performing In My Life-Top 12

Amanda Overmyer Singing You Can't Do That-Top 12

Chikezie Eze Performing She's A Woman-Top 12

Brooke White Performing Let It Be-Top 12

Jason Castro Performing If I Fell-Top 12

Carly Smithson's Fierce Performance of Come Together-Top 12

David Cook Singing Eleanor Rigby-Top 12

This Week's American Idol

We've been in Ft Lauderdale this week, so I'm a little behind on my posts. I'm planning on watching all of this week's episodes in the next couple of days (thanks to my DVR) and posting comments and videos ASAP. Please excuse the delay and bear with me as I play catch-up this week.