Former Aussie Michael Johns Singing Light My Fire-Top 12 Boys

Watch Michael Johns great performance of Light My Fire.

Carly Smithson Singing "I Drove All Night" For 80's Night

Carly Smithson

Girl's Song Choices for 80's Night

Amanda Overmyer
"I Hate Myself For Loving You" - Joan Jett
Asia'h Epperson
"I Wanna Dance With Somebody" - Whitney Houston
Brooke White
"Love Is A Battlefield" - Pat Benatar
Carly Smithson
"I Drove All Night" - Cyndi Lauper
Kady Malloy
"Who Wants To Live Forever" - Queen
Kristy Lee Cook
"Faithfully" - Journey
Ramiele Malubay
"Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)" - Phil Collins
Syesha Mercado
"Saving All My Love For You" - Whitney Houston

Four More Idol Hopefuls Are Eliminated

The contestants were cut from the top 16 to the Top 12 last night in an emotional episode. Spunky Asia'h Epperson, fiesty Danny Noriega, Kady Malloy (best known for her spot-on Britney Spears impersonation), and Luke Menard were sent home last night to dramatic farewells.

Blake Lewis Performance of "How Many Words" From Last Night's Idol

After an energy-filled performance (would we expect any less from B Shorty?) of "How Many Words" by Blake Lewis last night.

Joplin Missouri Small Town Girl Asia'h Epperson Said Goodbye Last Night

Last night was a big night for all of the contestants. Sixteen nervously waited to find out if they were going to fill one of the Top 12 seats. Unfortunately, Joplin, MO native and self-proclaimed "small town girl" Asia'h Epperson was one of the four who had to say goodbye. Everytime I watch her audition video, I'm brought to tears. Not only can that girl sing, she showed tremendous strength and grace in the face of the adversity of losing her father in a car accident shortly before her amazing, yet heartwrenching audition. We wish you the best and are so sad to see you go Asia'h. In case you missed it, grab the Kleenex and click here:

Guy's Song Choices for 80's Night

Chikezie Eze
"All The Man That I Need" - Sister Sledge/Luther Vandross
Danny Noriega
"Tainted Love" - Soft Cell
David Archuleta
"Another Day In Paradise" - Phil Collins
David Cook (favorite performance of the night)
"Hello" - Lionel Richie
David Hernandez
"It's All Coming Back To Me Now" - Pandora'sBox/Meatloaf
Jason Castro
"Hallelujah" - Leonard Cohen
Luke Menard
"Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" - Wham!
Michael Johns
"Don't You (Forget About Me)" - Simple Minds

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David Cook's Incredible Tuesday Night Performance of Lionel Richie's "Hello"

If you missed this standout performance by Missouri's own David Cook, it's definitely worth watching!

Blake Lewis Returning to Idol 3-6-08

Blake Lewis will make a return to Idol later this week during elimination week. Here's a clip of Blake performing "Break Anotha'" on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno."

Top 8 Guys Wow Judges and Fans Last Night!

The girls really have their work cut out for them this year. After watching the top 8 guys perform last night I couldn't believe that so many of them gave incredible performances. Although he didn't wow the judges as much as last week, David Archuleta continues consistently crankin' out show-stopping performances. He sang Phil Collin's "Another Day in Paradise." Last night his vocals were great (as usual) and he definitely infused the song with his own unique style. I enjoyed his piano playing too, brief as it was. As Randy Jackson would say, he "made it his own."

David Cook gave THE performance of the night (in my opinion). In case you missed it, he sang Lionel Richie's "Hello." I will work on getting a video on here ASAP. Other standouts of the night included Jason Castro's smooth performance of "Hallelujah." Leaving his guitar behind, I think he really proved that he can sing and he always seems to enjoy what he's doing! Simon was even impressed calling it "absolutely brilliant."

Finally, despite unflattering recent reports that could have potentially eliminated him from the show David Hernandez gave a strong performance of Celine Dion's "It's All Coming Back to Me Now."

Joplin, MO Native Asia'h Epperson's Touching Atlanta Audition

David Archuleta Performing Bryan Adams' "Heaven" During Hollywood Week

David Archuleta's Impressive San Diego Audition

David Archuleta Amazes With Imagine

Here it is...the incredible performance that confirmed David A. as the performer to beat.

Heartbreaking Night For Four As They Say Goodbye

Last night proved to be another nail biting elimination night on American Idol. America said goodbye to Jason Yeager, Alaina Whitaker, Alexandrea Lushington, and Robbie Carrico.

I was especially disappointed to see Alaina Whitaker (the Carrie Underwood look-alike) go, only 16-years-old from Tulsa, OK. Her elimination was pretty surprising to me. Although Simon criticized her fashion sense this week, he also mentioned that he thought she was a "dark horse" in the competition and I've always liked her voice. I was really hoping to see her make it to the top 12. She was visibly shaken by last night and didn't think she could sing, but the other girls stepped up to provide support and she was able to get through Spiral Staircase's "More Today Than Yesterday."

Brooke White Was "Happy Together" Wednesday Night

Brooke White gave an enjoyable performance of The Turtle's "Happy Together" last night. Although she was close to leaving her guitar out of the performance, she decided at the last minute to include it, and I'm so glad she did. I think if the artist can maintain top notch vocals while playing an instrument, then all the better. . . it's like icing on the cake.

The 24-year-old Mesa, AZ native got overall good reviews from the judges and seemed pleased with her performance. I think Brooke is so likable and sweet. I wish Simon would stop giving her a hard time for being a "good girl." I respect her for having values and standards for her life and think we'll be seeing a lot more of this talented young lady.

David Hernandez Shows His Talent With "In The Midnight Hour"

After his standout performance of "In The Midnight Hour" this Tuesday, David Hernandez should fly through to next week. A little more soft-spoken than some of the other contestants, I think some underestimate his vocal abilities. Even so, judge Randy Jackson said, " I like that you started with a gospel vibe..." Paula Abdul complimented his "brilliant vocals" and Simon added an encouraging (sort of) "It was actually better than I thought it would be."

This 24-year-old Glendale, AZ has sort of an Elliot Yamin thing goin' on, yet he has his own distinctive sound. His musical influences include Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, and Alicia Keys.