American Idol 2/26

Originally written on 2/26.

The guys squared off again and were a big disappointment in my opinion. There were only three good performances all night: David Hernandez, David Cook, and David Archuleta.

The rest of the performances can all be categorized as mediocre. I think Jason Yeager and Luke Menard had the weakest performances of the night. Both will be among the dearly departed. (i was one for four last week…i know nothing).

The Good

David Hernandez – Papa was a Rollin' Stone by The Temptations

Randy – "this is the David Hernandez we fell in love with"
Paula – "unbelievable"…"perfect"
Simon – Best vocal of the night (at the time, Mr. Archuleta didn't perform yet)

I thought he had good stage presence and a nice vocal.

David Cook – All Right Now by Free

Randy – he is the "real rocker from the group"
Paula – "you got it"…"loved it"
Simon – "solid"…"[doesn't] have a lot of charisma"

I though he looked like a rock star during his performance. (what do i know about rock) Was really comfortable…wasn't forced…very natural.

David Archuleta – Imagine by John Lennon

Randy – "one of the best vocals I have ever heard on this show"
Paula – "one of the most moving performances I have seen"
Simon – "[he was] one to beat"

He clearly had the best performance of the night. He looks like a pro on stage. The chicks love him; that alone will carry him deep into the competition.

Should Be Leaving Us

Jason Yeager – Long Train Runnin' by The Doobie Brothers

Randy – "very pitchy"
Paula – "fun to see this side of you"
Simon – "Awkward"…"ordinary"

I agree whole heartedly with Simon. His dancing during the performance came off as awkward. The vocal was very karaoke to boot.

Luke Menard – don't know the name of the song

Randy – "pretty good"
Paula – "really a great week for you"
Simon – "mistake"…"no charisma or personality"

I thought the whole performance came off as whiney, very annoying. Has potential, but I don't think he will get another chance to prove himself.