Recap Of Tuesday Night's Idol-David Archuleta Was the Star. . .Again!

Tuesday night's episode of American Idol was really good. Some of the boys gave an okay performance, but several really stepped it up and did a great job. At the end of the night, few could disagree that young David Archuleta gave a truly amazing performance of John Lennon's Imagine (which was my high school class song by the way)! The audience and judges were so moved by the 17-year-old's incredible talent and outstanding vocal skills. He truly made the song his own, and personally I preferred his version to John Lennon's. Did you catch the clip of him singing as an 11-year-old to the American Idol contestants (Kelly Clarkson was front and center) from Season 1? If not, you can check out the clip at the bottom of this page.

Focus on Kelly Clarkson

If you listen to the radio or watch TV, you're likely to hear something about Kelly. Her soulful and commanding voice is matchless. She's an incredible performer, but some may not be aware that she is also a truly gifted songwriter. After writing nearly 60 songs for her latest album, entitled My December , she finally narrowed the list to 14. (http://www.kellyclarkson.com/site.php)

Kelly says her songs are often a reflection of what is going on in her life (http://www.kellyclarkson.com/site.php?content=bio). The lyrics reveal strong emotions about different relationships, with people, and with God. Kelly says her song, "Irvine" is a prayer written as she was at "the lowest part in (her) life." As a performer she says she always has a place to live in TX, away from the manic LA scene, something that I think sets her apart from the average music entertainer.

Kelly has proven herself to be quite flexible as an artist. My December incorporates folksy-blues, country, and psychedelic funk.

Last year, she saw great success at The Grammy's, The American Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, People's Choice, and an extraordinary 11 Billboard Music Awards. Her current collaboration with country great, Reba McEntire is up for a Grammy.

We wish Kelly the best and look forward to much more from her in the future!

Six Idols Up for Grammy Nods

Six of our favorite Idols are officially in the running for a Grammy. (http://www.americanidol.com/news/view/?pid=1109)

Chris Daughtry-4 nominations, including Best Rock Song and Best Rock Album.
Fantasia received 3 nominations, which included Best R&B Song
Carrie Underwood-2 nominations including Best Country Collaboration for "Oh Love."
Kelly Clarkson-1 nomination, in the same category as fellow Idol, Carrie Underwood, for her collaboration with Reba McEntire.
Mandisa-1 nomination for Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album, True Beauty.

How Do the Idols Stack Up?

SEASON 1
Champion: Kelly Clarkson
Runner-Up: Justin Guarini
3RD: Nikki McKibbin
4TH: Tamyra Gray

SEASON 2
Champion: Ruben Studdard
Runner-Up: Clay Aiken
3RD: Kimberley Locke
4TH: Joshua Gracin

SEASON 3
Champion: Fantasia Barrino
Runner-Up: Diana DeGarmo

3RD: Jasmine Trias

4TH: LaToya London

SEASON 4

Champion: Carrie Underwood

Runner-Up: Bo Bice

3RD: Vonzell Solomon

4TH: Anthony Fedorov

SEASON 5

Champion: Taylor Hicks

Runner-Up: Catherine McPhee

3RD: Elliot Yamin

4TH: Chris Daughtry

SEASON 6

Champion: Jordin Sparks

Runner-Up: Blake Lewis

3RD: Melinda Doolittle

4TH: LaKisha Jones

SEASON 7

To be determined by America!