Anyone watching Season 10 of American Idol?

That was a shocker -- I thought James would win. 

I think the only real surprise on AI would be if there were no surprises.  A little sorry to see James go (was rooting for Scotty to be outta there) but glad to see the two girls in the top three.

I know that awful Hailey was smiling like crazy but I thought I did see Scotty with wet eyes?

I'm sorry, but you must have been watching a different show than I was. It was reported by people who were there that both Haley and Scotty were tearing up, and Haley leaned over and whispered to Scotty "I'm going to cry."  Once he started singing, Haley was singing along with him. And when James got out in the audience and hugged Casey both Scotty and Haley had smiles. This meme about Haley smiling or smirking when others go home is just a lie. Watch the video back. She appears to have a natural smile but I have seen no evidence that she's gloating. Last week when Lauren was in the bottom two everyone was all "Haley ignored her" but she patted Lauren's shoulder as she walked by to the sofa of safey.

I hate how American Idol views have some sort of unwritten standard for the girls and pick at them over every little facial expression, whereas the guys get a pass. What do you want, Barbie dolls? Why do people enjoy believing that the women are arrogant or snotty or whatever when they are just young kids competing on a reality tv show trying to do their best?

I'm not sure where James is going to go career-wise. I loved his enthusiasm and joy in performing, but his performances were more special effects driven than vocal driven (the vocals were competent). There isn't a real metal rock market right now and that's what he says he wants. I hope he does find a niche in the music industry where he can make a living.

(edited after reviewing video of last night.) 

You think she comes across as angry. I think she comes across as frustrated with unfair and inaccurate comments from the judges. She has been told to watch her mouth. When Lauren (yes, sweet little Lauren) let the F-bomb fly early in the season it was just bleeped with no comment. I couldn't even hear Haley the time she cursed at Jimmy Iovine, Ryan was the one who drew attention to it.

Maybe Haley should stand there and cry like Lauren did when the judges gave her a tiny bit of negative feedback. Or have to go outside in the parking lot to cry during a taping/practice session because "I can't live without you" is so emotional like James did? Look, they are all very young and inexperienced this season, don't make more of their reactions than is really there.

I just don't like it when lies are spread about the contestants' (any of them) attitudes based on nothing except bias. Show me a screen cap where Haley ever was happy about another contestant going home. Evidently people don't like her smile or her scowl from reading the comments above. 

Disappointed with last night's result.  James left on a high note!  He was sincere when he talked America and the judges -- kissed his wife = priceless.

Ugh .. Scotty still there !!!!

Vicki Sam 

revkat,

Bottom line, Haley seems to be holding her own.   Next week should be tense.

I love Haley.  Sorry I know it's not popular but there is something special about her.  I also have really enjoyed Lauren this week (who finally seems to have more confidence).  I know some of you love him but Scotty is not my favorite (though he has a good voice).  I'm with those who wanted James to stay and Scotty to go... though I do think James has been pretty uneven and never wowed me the way that Adam Lambert did.  That said, I think all four of them are going to do well after this show regardless of who wins. 

I just have to put in my vote here for Haley. I too love her smokey jazz voice. She has an amazing instrument and when she picks a song that can showcase that, she blows me away. You can tell it comes effortlessly to her. (for u Adam Lambert fans ~ I read that he tweeted about how much he was blown away by her voice



As far as the "attitude" ..it's not completely fair to judge her by perceived reactions we are seeing via camera shots...not seeing the whole picture as if you were in the audience.



These last kids are very entertaining and it will be interesting to see how the next couple weeks play out. But as others have said...winning the show means diddly squat. If you don't have "it", you are not going to make it in the biz whether you come in 4th or 1st.

I loved Haley's last 2 performances. Beautiful voice but something about her doesn't sit right with me. Again this is a singing competition.

I'm going all the way with Lauren. I feel the connection.

Scotty too I feel the connection and he is so cute but can he represent AI.????????

At this point I really don't know who will be crowned.

Haley needs to go...................and yes she was smitten, and the voice after a while is nothing but raspy voice screaming.

Sad thing is if she continues doing that type of voice straining, and that is what it is, she will wear her voice out in a few years................Or develope throat polyps....................a little of that type of singing is ok, but for her its a daily diet..

On the Billboard Music Awards nominations Kris Allen is nominated for:  Kris Allen
Live Like We're Dying (Christian Song of the Year).  He didn't fail to badly... the awards show will be on May 22nd.

Seyla,

They are a cute bunch this year... Still sad about last week!  Bought James' version of Uprising for my Ipod yesterday!  

Hoping I feel a bit more into it by Wednesday!!!!  

annettek and ducky,

My son has a VERY mild form of Tourette's and for those not familiar with it, some of his small tics can make people wonder what is going on...  However, most of these kids are above average in intelligence AND just SO sweet and caring! 

Tourette's (and autism) is really aggravated when the person is under a lot of stress! Wow... let's think AI stress for a moment!

I think James showed REMARKABLE grace under pressure!  And yes, even though I never would actually do it, I would like to smack his step-dad, myself!!!

I'm so disappointed with James being booted.  I honestly am not inspired to watch it anymore this season .. sigh.  I probably will though but not with near the enthusiasm.