Anyone watching Season 10 of American Idol?

I do feel that working with the producers provides much more constructive help than working with a mentor who may feel afraid to hurt the feelings of a particular contestant who might be struggling.  I love that there is much less "that was just awful" speak.  I think that allows voters to make decisions without being so strongly influenced by the judges' opinions.  It seems the judges are trying to offer helpful suggestions in a way that the contestant can understand and put to use.  I feel Randy has "adapted" to the new tone after a couple of rough comments early in the competition.  In my opinion, the show has improved immensely.  And I think almost any one of the current contestants could have been the winner in previous years - the talent is really, really good.

Michelle

OK, I'm really being an AI geek or nerd or something tonight... but there was another surprise guest (not a singer) and it was a cute and funny moment.  Or else I'm very easily entertained lately   Do watch! 

No more posts from me tonight!

Not going to say much right now but WOW!!! waiting on Jennifer Hudson to sing...

(guess I lied about not posting any more)

Jennifer looked great, and she knows how to connect with a song and with the audience.  Take notes, contestants!

WOW!!!!  Told U girls!!!  Surpriseeeeeeee!  Better go out and get me a lottery ticket!

Well, interesting night!  Final results are in.  Do watch. Some won't like it but what's done is done -- and I can't say anyone was right or wrong.

OK.... ready for the theme for next week! 

Too lazy... calling hubby to bring me one home ... and if I win something worth... drinks are on me at a location to be decided, okay?

Fun night.

OMG.....I still have not seen it yet but...OMG!

WOW! Crazy show tonight! Well, that's what I like about it - unpredictable.

Mimi, I kinda agree, sometimes the way the judges make decisions seems contrived, but I know they really liked Casey and I think that was an honest save, even if Casey isn't my personal fav.  Besides, now the contestants can't rely on a save to pull them out, so no more begging at the end.  That, at least, will be good!

I agree. The 'sing for your life' thing annoys me. I feel like WE are fighting for our lives, this is just a competition. It might seem trivial, but that phrase bugs me.

Casey isn't my favorite, BUT he is a 'real' musician. I loved when he played the bass. I think the ones who have musical talent will be able to do more in terms of arranging the songs, etc. (although it seems like the producers are doing a lot more of that than in previous seasons). I think the judges respect him as a musician (based on some of their previous comments) and that's why they wanted him to stay. Whether he has the mass appeal to get the votes to keep him in is yet to be seen.

I still am so curious as to the demographics of the 30 million votes - and how many VOTERS there are, ...for example are there 10 million people voting 3x each? 3 million people voting 10x each? Is this info out there anywhere?

Edited to add: Or am I taking this way too seriously, wanting to do statistical analysis?
LOL!!!!  

Last night was the last time the judges could use the save vote.   What else would they have done, but put on a big show for the camera.   Big surprise.   My daughter wised me up even before Casey started singing.   All about getting viewers to tune in next week.

I loved the show last night.  I am a big Stevie Wonder fan and Steven Tyler looked surprised.  You can tell he is a fan too.  I too thought James was cute with his reaction to Hulk Hogan. 

I am personally glad they saved Casey.  I liked him in the beginning alot, but I think the past couple weeks he hasn't done well at all.  I just hope he listens to Jennifer and goes back to how he was in the beginning.  (audtions)  I thought they got the bottom three right this week, but again, I am happy they saved Casey.  The bad thing is Thia and Stefano and Casey are all really talented, but they seem to be getting worse instead of better each week.

I agree about Ryan too.  He definitely works really hard, but he does seem to be cockier than he used to be.  Oh well. 

I am glad they saved Casey.  I personally do like Stephano's style, he could go in my opinion.  And Thia has a beautiful voice, but there she lacks depth, which may only come from life experience.  She could be booted and come back.   I like Paul (the scratchy voice?), but think he will not make it to the end.   He is unique and definitely has a place somewhere. 

I think the best all around singers/performers are Naima and James. 

And Ryan....that man has made a name for himself and no doubt a ton of money!  He is ok by me.  A little over the top at times, but I think he looks like he is having fun this season.  I think he was worse last season getting into little tiffs with Simon on the air.