He Did IT!

Nobody was surprised more than Kris Allen when Ryan Seacrest announced the results after nearly 100,000,000 votes had been counted. Even Simon and Paula realized just before the show that Kris could get the needed votes. Adam was a very good sport about the whole thing. He had nothing but praise for Kris and his talent. Adam does not want to fit into this world like Kris does. I think what is appealing about Kris is that he is one of us. He has great musical talent and charm, but if you put him in a crowd, he doesn't stand out. Adam, on the other hand, will always be noticed. He is very talented, but like many a genius, he doesn't fit in with most of us. He will always attract attention because he is different.

I loved the performances by Carlos Santana and Queen. Kiss always has been a bit too far out there for me. They fit more into the category of Adam Lambert with their showmanship.

There were some other interesting moments in the show. I'm wondering what was bleeped out during Fergie's performance. On second thought, I don't want to go there. Steve Martin can even make us laugh when he's trying to be serious. He plays the banjo! I'm not sure what Kara was trying to do with bikini girl, but she did it well. I loved Ryan's line about what's new with bikini girl. Who knows, maybe bikini girl got what she really wanted all along. In the end, there are lots of winners from this season, but with the voters, there is only one American Idol.

Kris or Adam? We'll Find Out Tonight!

I can live with the results--whatever they are. If I were choosing based on songs I liked best last night, Kris would be the winner. Adam has more star power, but Kris's performances were more enjoyable--for me, Dawg, just keepin' it real. Ya' know what I'm sayin'?
Don't really like the song that Kara helped right--too lyric intensive. There was no hook--if I'm being honest with you. Simon said he wasn't going to judge the song, but with that comment, we know how he feels about it.

Could Kris Allen Actually Beat Adam Lambert?

For weeks and weeks Adam has been the designated Idol for season 8. Simon has picked him as the winner. His performances have been nearly flawless. Kara called him a rock god. However, Kris has peaked at just the right time. He is charming, talented, and reminds us of the kid next door. There is an element that does not like Adam. There are those that can't get past the make up, the jewelry, the painted fingernails, the edgey look, the hard side. Many of those people may vote for Kris now that Danny is gone. Kris has his own legion of loyal fans, and if enough of Danny's fans now switch over to Kris, he could swing the vote. My money (if I had any) would still be on Adam, but for the first time, I can actually see Kris as the new American Idol.

America Rocked the Vote!

Wow, I should have more faith in the voters! Despite rock being her thing, despite the duet with Adam, America got it right and left the 3 best contestants in the game. I don't think anybody needs to feel sorry for Allison. She's only 17 years old. She's virtually guaranteed a great record deal, and she's got millions of fans already.

I'm looking forward to home week. With the judges picking one song for each contestant, they can't say "You chose the wrong song". Of course they can always make a poor choice on the other song--the one they pick, but I think Adam, Danny, and Kris will put on a great show.

Was anybody else surprised that Paula Abdul didn't fall on her tush like Madonna always does lately?

One more thought on Slash... Is he the only floppy hair rocker that hasn't been married to Pamela Anderson?

Adam Might Have Saved Allison

Simon correctly summed up the show by saying that Adam might have saved Allison. We knew going in that Adam and Allison would have the edge on Rock week. The timing of the genre and the duet with Adam probably means Kris is going home. I like Kris tons more than Allison, but based on the performances last night, I think he will be at the bottom.

Adam is so smart. He is always prepared in every way for every performance. Like him or not, he's the star. It's easy to love Danny, and I think he has a broader appeal with his vocal talents. Kris is the charmer, and I think, had a solid performance. I really loved the harmonies when Kris and Danny sang their duet. The duet with Adam and Allison was more like a shouting match. The judges seem to think that Adam and Allison should record together. I just have two words to say: Wrong! My opinion of Slash? Who knew he could talk in complete sentences?