American Idol Critics

You Kind of Sucked

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:39:29 +0000

You Kind of Sucked by Mordant Monkey The girls are back, all eight of them. “Eight girls. One dream,” Ryan reminds us. “Tonight they fight to make it into the top twelve. This is ladies’ night, and this is American Idol!” We’ll be losing two more ladies and two more men this week, and that will r Read [...]

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Call with Eliminated Contestants

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:39:06 +0000

The day after Haeley Vaughn, Michelle Delamor, John Park, and Jermaine Sellers were eliminated from the American Idol semifinalists, they opened up about their experiences on a press call. Something the contestants have been battling the first few weeks of live shows has been their nerves. Sixteen year old Haeley Vaughn said, The first week was really tough. We were all super nervous and scared...

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This Week on Idol

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 23:04:05 +0000

Tonight, the eight female semifinalists (Didi Benami, Crystal Bowersox, Lacey Brown, Katelyn Epperly, Siobhan Magnus, Paige Miles, Lilly Scott and Katie Stevens) will take the stage once again, singing LIVE for America at 8/7c. Then, its the guys turn tomorrow, Wednesday, March 10 at 9/8c as the eight male semifinalists (Lee Dewyze, Andrew Garcia, Todrick Hall, Casey James, Aaron Kelly, Alex...

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Idols in the News

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:32:26 +0000

Many of your favorite American Idols have been in the news lately for upcoming albums, appearances, and more. Here are some of the Idols that have appeared in the news this week. Idols Featured on NOW CDs: American Idols Carrie Underwood, Chris Daughtry, and Jordin Sparks will be featured on NOW Thats What I Call Faith CD, which brings together 16 inspiring hits by top pop and Christian...

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Scott MacIntyre’s First Post-Idol Album

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:36:57 +0000

A year after inspiring audiences worldwide as a finalist on the eighth season of American Idol, Scott MacIntyre will release his first post-Idol CD, Heartstrings, on March 11. The album will be available on iTunes and at his website, www.scottmacintyre.com. The release date coincides with his return to American Idol on the March 11th results show, when he will take the stage to perform with Matt...

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Janell, Ashley, Joe, and Tyler Tell All

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:24:33 +0000

The morning after Janell Wheeler, Ashley Rodriguez, Joe Muoz and Tyler Grady were eliminated from Season 9 of American Idol, they opened up about their American Idol experience on a press call. Janell Wheeler was eliminated on the Top 24 results show, but has a positive outlook on the Idol experience and her future. Many of the semifinalists experience problems with song choice their first week...

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Happy Birthday, Julia DeMato!

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:51:27 +0000

Season 2 finalist Julia DeMato celebrated her 31st birthday yesterday. The Connecticut cosmetologist entered the Idol scene with strong performances and a bit of conflict with fellow finalist Kimberly Caldwell during group night in Hollywood. Julia sang in the first group of semifinalists on Season 2 and was the first female to advance to the finals due to her performance of Dusty Springfields...

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Tonight Wasn’t Exactly a Good Night

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:54:38 +0000

Tonight Wasn’t Exactly a Good Night by Mordant Monkey After overly dramatic scenes of the past two nights and the Voice of Simon warning us of impending doom, we hear: “Drama. Is about to unfold on this stage. Ready?” Ryan asks. Drama, yes. Danny Gokey, no. No thank you. Ryan looks like a three-year-ol Read more ...

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Who Knew He Was Hanging Out In All These Theme Parks?

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:57:07 +0000

Who Knew He Was Hanging Out In All These Theme Parks? by Paulette Frank “What four will be leaving us tonight?” Ryan wonders. As do I. I so hope Haeley and Didi aren’t going anywhere. And Andrew Garcia. I still think he’s great. Ryan tells us thank you for our over 27 [...]

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I’ve Got To Have A Mohawk Before I’m 30

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:16:42 +0000

I’ve Got To Have A Mohawk Before I’m 30 by Paulette Frank Thank God Crystal made it. How mad would the guys have been if they’d all had their mani-pedis interrupted yesterday for nothing? I’m wondering whether they’re even going to mention her illness–I know full well they’re not going to be so Read [...]

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Top 10 Girls Song Choice List

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:10:08 +0000

All ten girls were well enough and ready to perform on Wednesday. Although some of the girls still struggled with song choice, others found a song that showed off their talent and uniqueness very well. Heres the list of songs performed on Wednesdays show: Crystal Bowersox Long As I Can See The Light by Creedence Clearwater Revival Haeley Vaughn The Climb by Miley Cyrus Lacey Brown Kiss Me...

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Top 10 Guys Song Choice List

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:31:21 +0000

Ten guys returned to the stage to perform live for Americas votes. Despite a last minute switch which caused the boys to perform a day early, all ten came prepared with their songs. Some of the guys sang songs from recent years, and others went way back and made old songs new again. Heres the list of songs performed on Tuesdays show: Michael Lynche Its A Mans Mans Mans World by James...

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Misunderestimations and Regurgitations

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:27:18 +0000

Misunderestimations and Regurgitations by Mordant Monkey It’s the girls’ night, even though that was supposed to be last night, but it was postponed because Crystal Bowersox was in the hospital. “It is ON,” announced Ryan, apropos of nothing, really. Yep, there’s Crystal, last in the girls’ line Read more ...

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Get Updates from the Season 9 Contestants

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:11:05 +0000

Season 9 contestants are now giving fans an inside look at their daily activities and moods with status updates on Facebook, Twitter and MySpace. Better yet, now theyre all added to each group page! To view status updates on Twitter, become a follower. To view status updates on Facebook, become a friend. To view status updates on MySpace, become a friend. And dont forget to follow American...

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Idols in the News

AmericanIdolCritics.com — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 21:14:05 +0000

Season 5s second runner-up, Elliott Yamin is currently in Chile participating in theVia del Mar International Song Festival. Chile experienced an 8.8 magnitude earthquake last week while Elliott was there.He is currently ok and reporting in via his twitter account. Today he tweeted, Hey yall,.I am fine....no need 2 worry about my meds!...I have insulin....I will live!!..thanx ur concern...

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