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'American Idol' finale rumors

May 20, 2008, 01:39 PM | by Shirley Halperin

Categories: American Idol, Music, Television, TV Biz

Jonasbrothers_l With the American Idol finale but mere hours away, who, besides season 7's Top 12, will take the Nokia Theater stage on Wednesday's two-hour results show extravaganza? Simon Cowell's pride and joy Carrie Underwood, who seems to never turn down an Idol request, was announced as a special performer, and we hear disco queen Donna Summer, rock legends ZZ Top, and teen sensations the Jonas Brothers (pictured) are also on tap.

Idol finale billing always seems to follow a policy of last-minute announcements. By virtue of the show's live format, it also favors pre-taping, like last year's performance by Green Day of John Lennon's "Working Class Hero." Considering this season's ratings dip, however, we wouldn't be surprised if there is a surprise or two thrown in.


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The first single, “It’s Your Love” will be released to radio in October.

“Keep yourself updated with Melinda’s career at melindasbackups.

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Louise7 Fri, Oct 24, 2008 at 10:28 PM EST

Good news for you Melinda Doolittle fans! She’s set to release her debut album titled, Coming Back to You on Hi-Fi Recordings in January 09. Produced by Grammy-nominated producer Mike Mangini (Joss Stone, Run DMC, The Jonas Brothers), Coming Back to You was recorded with a team of live musicians in Nashville and New York City.

The first single, “It’s Your Love” will be released to radio in October.

“Keep yourself updated with Melinda’s career at
melindasbackups(dot)com is a web site owned by Melinda Doolittle. Melinda’s Backups™ is a non-profit supportive association inspired by Melinda and authorized by her to operate this web site on behalf of her fans.

Louise7 Fri, Oct 24, 2008 at 10:27 PM EST

Good news for you Melinda Doolittle fans! She’s set to release her debut album titled, Coming Back to You on Hi-Fi Recordings in January 09. Produced by Grammy-nominated producer Mike Mangini (Joss Stone, Run DMC, The Jonas Brothers), Coming Back to You was recorded with a team of live musicians in Nashville and New York City.

The first single, “It’s Your Love” will be released to radio in October.

“Keep yourself updated with Melinda’s career at
melindasbackups.com is a web site owned by Melinda Doolittle. Melinda’s Backups™ is a non-profit supportive association inspired by Melinda and authorized by her to operate this web site on behalf of her fans.

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The first single, “It’s Your Love” will be released to radio in October.

“Keep yourself updated with Melinda’s career at melindasbackups.

melindasbackups.com is a web site owned by Melinda Doolittle. Melinda’s Backups™ is a non-profit supportive association inspired by Melinda and authorized by her to operate this web site on behalf of her fans.

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katie brown Thu, Aug 14, 2008 at 12:14 PM EST

go david you are a great singer i love american idol i have to say wow you were really good to bad you didnt win well bye

ash Fri, Jun 20, 2008 at 03:33 PM EST

why is simon so cruel sometimes, i think randy is awesome though

AC5 Sun, May 25, 2008 at 04:55 PM EST

GO DAVID ARTULETA BOO DAVIDCOOK

sdfghjk Sun, May 25, 2008 at 04:49 PM EST

America was wrong DavidA. shoud have won.

sdfghjk Sun, May 25, 2008 at 04:49 PM EST

America was wrong DavidA. shoud have won.

CJMac Sat, May 24, 2008 at 11:05 AM EST

Did'nt Ryan say the phones will be open for 4 hours. If this is true, I tried calling all night for DA and could not get through. When I called after midnight, the voice on the phone said the number was disconnected. Did anyone else have the same problem? Was the phone open three or four hours? Did anyone have any problems calling after midnight for DC? 12M is a big gap.

Granny Thu, May 22, 2008 at 03:01 PM EST

Did anyone else find Simon's apology odd? Like he knew who the winner was and was back peddling because of the future business relationship he'll have to have with David C. Couldn't he at least have said "Because of your great performances tonight on the finale" instead of "I watched last night's competition again last night when I got home and changed my mind? How phoney and out of character the apology was - why did he offer one?

ritchie Thu, May 22, 2008 at 02:00 PM EST

Hey James, "wake up".I never mentiond rigged or anything like that. You seem to be the one having a hemorrhoid
I'm saying the "braintrust" on "idol"
should use their brains when it come to making decisions that may influence an outcome.There are a lot of problems on the show especially when much better contestants are gone too early due to looks, sympathy or whatever else some contestants bring with them.To solve this problem, vote the worst one off until the final three.Also, have the finals on Friday or Saturday when the time zones may not have such a say in he outcome. All it takes is a little thing which has been lacking the last couple of years.Pauls and Randy must go.Paula never seems to know where she is and the other night Randy thought it was 2007.What? Also, the last few years Randy has thought he was in some dog pound.Sorry Randy but you're delusional.The "Dog Pound" is reserved for "Browns" fans only.Please stay out!!!!
Let's bring enjoyment and "Reality" back to "Idol"

Thank you James Thu, May 22, 2008 at 01:56 PM EST

This was a beautiful ending to a great year. Just because your favorite didn't win doesn't mean the 'wrong' David won! David C is full of talent and heart, and he is mature and gracious as well. David A is also an amazing talent, but it simply too young to have this kind of pressure and can't form complete sentences when praised. i wish him luck, and I can't wait for David C's music!

roy Thu, May 22, 2008 at 12:34 PM EST

I thought David A should have won but I also really like David C. They were awesome contestants and are both good people. I wouldn't worry about David A. He has people lined up to offer him record contracts and he will do well. Both of them will.

Carrie Underwood's career has only begun to take off. She is an amazing performer/vocalist and will be around for years to come. To take away from her achievements and talent is wrong. She has proven by her album sales, hit singles and awards that she is no one hit wonder. Drew Lachey. Oh please!
Carrie is thankful to American Idol for giving her this opportunity and rightly so. Nothing wrong with being grateful. More people should be.

james Thu, May 22, 2008 at 11:35 AM EST

Ritchie spake thus...

"The wrong David won and anyone with any sense at all should know this. Forget about David A's age and staying in school and such garbage. He should have won and the are two reasons and two reasons only..." blah, blah, blah."

Man, you need to get a life...seriously. If you're going to get that up-in-arms about the results of American Idol I think it's time to turn off the tube and get a massage or something. You act like it's a rigged presidential election in a banana republic.

They were both good; they both deserved it. There were 12 million votes between them. Have you ever tried to organize 5 people to do something in concert? Good luck getting 12 million to be part of a useless conspiracy.

Calm down.

gina Thu, May 22, 2008 at 11:27 AM EST

I was voting for contestant #2 and my votes went to contestant #1. Anyone else have this problem?

gina Thu, May 22, 2008 at 11:23 AM EST

I am sorry David A didn't win. It makes me wonder about the voting process. My vote went to Contestant #1 several times when I was voting for #1. I checked the number I was calling and it was for #2. Anyone else have this problem? Seems strange that DC won by 14mil votes... DA got the kiss of death when the judges called his win on Tues... Congrats DC, I just think DA should have won...

Brian Thu, May 22, 2008 at 11:20 AM EST

Lil Archie can sing one style. DC can sing ballads, rock, etc. ... DA is talented and can sing, but DC is way more versatile. The right two made the final, and the right David was the right winner.

Nancy O Thu, May 22, 2008 at 10:48 AM EST

I believe that Simon Cowell lost it for David A. He made comment after comment how David A was the better and I believe the fans decided that Simon was not going to sway them. David A was such a graceful loser and I wish him well. He is young and I am sure that many good things will happen for him title or not. David C was just ok for me, don't like his style of music nor his hair cut. He was fortunate enough to live in the larger state that had more people. Don't know if I will watch another year as I believe it is more a popularity contest than talent. Look at Taylor Hicks, what happened to him, he won but had little talent.

George Zman Thu, May 22, 2008 at 10:35 AM EST

Tough choice - but DA better voice than strained DC - DA entire life is music - not bartender rocker DC. I am disappointed DA did not win - I think it is all sex appeal - DC will not be known in three years.

ritchie Thu, May 22, 2008 at 10:32 AM EST

The wrong David won and anyone with any sense at all should know this. Forget about David A's age and staying in school and such garbage. He should have won and the are two reasons and two reasons only as to why he lost. I wish people would pay attention to what is going on and they would realize this. The first reason is where they live. David C's state of Missouri has about 14 million people more than David A's state of Utah. I believe Missouri is ranked 4th in the nation as compared to Utah being around 34th. This fact alone gives him a victory. But, I think the most unfair reason is the voting time period. David A. has a lot of younger fans. To have four hour to vote is ridiculous and not thought out at all. That gave David C. a completely unfair advantage. Who knows how many more millions of votes David A. woul have got if the east coast didn't have to stay up until 1am to vote. Teenagers have school on thursdays and millions of votes for David A. went to bed between 11pm and 1am

Diana Thu, May 22, 2008 at 09:49 AM EST

As both contestants had great instruments only one could win. Cook has proven to be more diverse. I think by the reaction of David A he may have been relieved not to have to continue on for now. He is young and has a lifetime ahead of him. I believe his good sense will help him to finish school and find the right time to utilize his wonderful talent. Cook is ready for whats ahead of him at this moment.

Listen up! Thu, May 22, 2008 at 09:13 AM EST

All of you Cook-hating sore losers need to show a little respect. Archie had no problem with him winning, so why not follow his lead. You think he wants his fans hating on Cook? No, because he's a nice kid, unlike some of you childish ranters.
These 2 guys are class acts. It's time their true fans started showing some class too.

Mike Thu, May 22, 2008 at 01:14 AM EST

I liked David A. Not the best singer by any means, but I always pull for the good guys. But the judges simply made it to where I could not vote for him. They annointed him the winner from the beginning and I got so sick and tired of their pampering him. I actually didn't like David C in the beginning. But he grew and progressed and by the end I was pulling for him to win it. It all worked out great if you ask me. For once America got it right and I'm truly shocked!

Coreen Gonzalez Thu, May 22, 2008 at 12:42 AM EST

David Archuletta was robbed, i will never watch American Ido again, it is fixed.
David A. your the real winner!
Coreen Gonzalez

dee rarasati Thu, May 22, 2008 at 12:07 AM EST

To me, David Cook is the winner, no matter what. But both Davids were great performers, this season is the best after the 2nd season.I'm not Carrie fan, still think that Bo Bice was the true idol.I hope Clay Aiken would perform to.once more David Cook rocks! U r the idol!

JonasJunkie Wed, May 21, 2008 at 06:07 PM EST

YAY!! So excited!! I LOVE the JoBros!

Ray Wed, May 21, 2008 at 05:21 PM EST

It is a shame there is only one of the Davids that should win and it is Artchie, he will sell songs much better Josh Groban, Frank Sinatra , and Elvis come to mind not a band member both are good guys tho

val Wed, May 21, 2008 at 05:09 PM EST

David cook represents the average guy. He's a bartender and has experienced life's ups and downs and struggles. I'd like to see him win.He's worked hard. David A. is like one of those children that have grown up competing in endless singing and talent shows and have been molded by their parents. He lacks the ability to relate to the rest of the world, like a bubble boy, but hey he's got it in the bag and that will be best for both of them.

linda Wed, May 21, 2008 at 04:51 PM EST

Yes, I'll admit that DA was better then DC last night, but I still think DC should win American Idol. This is not a personality contest but who has the most talent. DC showed consistantly more versitility and vocal range then DA. He can sing anything from rock to bach. He has clearly a larger fan base. I'm confident that his CD will be orginal and diverse. DA's CD may prove to be boring and filled with the same sweet songs. Doesn't it bring to mind Clay Akin?

Nissa! [Archuleta is betta!!] Wed, May 21, 2008 at 04:49 PM EST

Reply to: kodi Wed, May 21, 2008

kodi says: You have got to be kidding me? Archie did a knockout? PLEASE....the kid cannot enunciate his way out of a box!
He has not grown at all...same voice, different week. So frustrating.
Go David Cook!!!!

Nissa says:

1. Did you watch AI last night?
Obviously you must have seen something other than what I did.
Cook sucked more yesterday than he has the whole season.
Poor vocals & not every song is meant to be a "Cook-rock" creation. All three of the judges seemed to like David A much better..& they know talent.

2. He does change songs up when he sings them. He is doing no worse than Mr. Cook rocky remakes every single week. I don't see David C. remaking out of his comfort zone with Chris Brown or anything else that actually sounds good.

3. It's all about the past, too. David Archuleta has been consistent throughtout the whole season, very rarely getting any criticism from any of the judges,
unlike Cook's "pitchy."
GoDavidA!

Cinderella6 Wed, May 21, 2008 at 04:33 PM EST

I believe that neither David had ever been in the bottom 3. Am I wrong? Best wishes to either of the Davids-They both deserve to win. These are two completely different guys who have their own style of "Super- Talent and Charisma" May the best man win. David A might be better off a servant of IDOL-hes younger-more time to make his career a smash. David C can definitely make himself a STAR-not being tied to IDOL he may have a happier and easier time of it.

Cinderella6 Wed, May 21, 2008 at 04:33 PM EST

I believe that neither David had ever been in the bottom 3. Am I wrong? Best wishes to either of the Davids-They both deserve to win. These are two completely different guys who have their own style of "Super- Talent and Charisma" May the best man win. David A might be better off a servant of IDOL-hes younger-more time to make his career a samsh. David C can definitely make himself a STAR-not being tied to IDOL he may have a happier and easier time of it.

Peggy Wed, May 21, 2008 at 03:56 PM EST

I think David A. has been the best through the all season. He definitely won last night. They both will get a record deal. I think David A. should win. He never was in the bottom. David Cook was once or twice. David Cook has a great voice. Guess we will find out tonight!

Pam Wed, May 21, 2008 at 03:07 PM EST

As much as I enjoed both, I think little David had a much stronger performance. it really shocked me, as if big David wanted to lose????

Donna Wed, May 21, 2008 at 02:44 PM EST

I think DC should win. He has been consistent throughout this whole competition. If DA wins, someone better be ready to catch him bless his heart, he looked like he was about to pass out last night. Both are great singers and both have awesome careers ahead of them. I love American Idol and anyone that can search and find an artist like Carrie Underwood is okay with me.

EMF Wed, May 21, 2008 at 02:20 PM EST

AI wants David C. to win so he will win.

EMF Wed, May 21, 2008 at 02:20 PM EST

AI wants David C. to win so he will win.

YUP...me too...DA Fan Wed, May 21, 2008 at 02:18 PM EST

You are right....D.A. will take it tonight..........I love his innocense, and how humble he is when anyone says good things about him. He is marketable. D.C. will also do very well in the market. I too will buy from both. Can't wait until their CDs are out. And by the way......OBAMA will be voted in as well!!!! :)

DA FAN Wed, May 21, 2008 at 02:15 PM EST

Everyone just needs to stop the name calling. Both DA and DC are very talented...kids....yes...kids!! Both will go very far, both have different sounds....and yes, I will buy from both. However......DA will take it all the way tonight. He is young and innocent....something that America hasn't seen in decades.....he will the the star!!!!! GO DA!!!!!!! and bless DC

Courtney Wed, May 21, 2008 at 02:04 PM EST

Okay, seriously.
everyone here who is bashing up either david archuleta or david cook, is the people with no lives, not just the people who stay on the phone all night voting. In my opinion, I think David A has the better voice and he'd make the better American Idol, because he's nice to everyone and sincere. It doesn't matter how his dad is, he shouldn't be penalized by that. I agree that Cook does have an AMAZING voice, but I think whoever wins and loses shouldn't be talked poorly about because they are both really good singers.

cynthia Wed, May 21, 2008 at 01:38 PM EST

I think both David's are very talented. Although, David A. has a much more commone voice. David C. has an original voice and I think he faired better throughout most of the competition.

charmaine Voll Wed, May 21, 2008 at 01:30 PM EST

David cook ...you are the winner all the way....gifted with a wonderful voice and can sing just about anything....with all good wishes, best of luck

Diana Wed, May 21, 2008 at 01:25 PM EST

Hi Nancy! Yes it happens to be more then just us two who believe David Cook may have thrown the show. I have discussed this with numerous people at my work place and friends at thome that believe this to be what has happened. I think his supporters would support him to do this as well do to wanting to see the "David Cook" type of music and not with an American Idol twist on his talents.

Deneese Wed, May 21, 2008 at 01:11 PM EST

I didn't watch last night because I am so fed up with AI being a popularity contest instead of a talent show. Anyway, I've said that Cook "should" win, but he'd be better off if he didn't. If he did "throw" it, good for him. It could be the wisest decision of his career.

WhatsonPop Wed, May 21, 2008 at 01:06 PM EST

To Jacob:

Your comment that the wrong people have own and referencing Carrie is simply idiotic. She is the most sucessful idol ever. What a tool you must be.

Nancy Wed, May 21, 2008 at 12:27 PM EST

Diana, I said EXACTLY what you said to my husband....I think DC threw the show as well!! I think he will be fine, no matter what....

pete Wed, May 21, 2008 at 12:27 PM EST

arch ('long and winding road"), jason ("hallajeah"), smithson ("blackbird") and brooke ("you must love me") have original voices and bring new meaning to songs. arch could be another judy garland. the others are talented but their covers never exceed the original recordings.

pete Wed, May 21, 2008 at 12:22 PM EST

. . . and what's in the contact for the winner and other placers? would it be better to come in second (no guaranteed contract but more independence and just as much tv time up to the finale?). lots of finalists who dont ultimately win end up with contracts.

pete Wed, May 21, 2008 at 12:18 PM EST

would someone explain the telephone thing? 50 million votes. that's alot of phone calls. no wonder at&t is a sponsor. who's making money off that besides the phone cos and how much? cell phone users use their minutes. text messengers pay a fee.

Cindy Wed, May 21, 2008 at 11:45 AM EST

Oh, and by the way -- DIALIDOL has gotten it right all but twice this season. GO DC!!

Cindy Wed, May 21, 2008 at 11:43 AM EST

All you people that think that Archie will make a good, moldable idol should take a good look at his relationship with his father. Until that boy moves away from home he's gonna do what daddy tells him to do -- no chance he will actually follow the advice/instructions of the AI production crew. It will be a fight from day one. At least DC is mature enough to follow instructions and know that this is basically his one big shot -- he ain't gonna blow it. I really hope he wins and I hope next year they fire Randy and/or Paula and/or Ryan (as long as they don't hire the uber-annoying Cat Deely). And it would'nt hurt to limit votes to 5 per phone number. At least then it would be a REAL American Idol and not the idol of a bunch of pre-teens with nothing to do at night but dial and text.

Jacob Wed, May 21, 2008 at 11:04 AM EST

Okay, Archie may have won finale night but overall I think David Cook should win it!! For the past couple of seasons, the wrong people have been getting the title (Carrie, Taylor, and Jordin) and the people who should have won that title (Bo, Chris D, and Melinda) got robbed!! I don't want to see another person get robbed again!!!

caroline guerrero Wed, May 21, 2008 at 10:52 AM EST

well just to let all you david a. haters i am a 36 year old woman not a a young carzy teenage girl that voted for him more than once....are you guy's crazy david a has pure voice sounds good every time i used to watch him on star search he has come along way and is better than ever!!!!!!!!!!

Nimfa Wed, May 21, 2008 at 10:27 AM EST

David Archuleta must win! He is young, talented and easy to manage. American Idol is looking for a versatile personality which can be a singer/actor/composer/artist. I can see that to David A.

Nimfa Wed, May 21, 2008 at 10:26 AM EST

David Archuleta must win! He is young, talented and easy to manage. American Idol is looking for a versatile personality which can be a singer/actor/composer/artist. I can see that to David A.

ROBINN Wed, May 21, 2008 at 10:22 AM EST

it should be David Cook but we all know how it is going to turn out. People are not voting for talent they are voting for David A because he has the teenyboppers vote. I will not watch if he wins .

Diana Wed, May 21, 2008 at 10:17 AM EST

Does anyone think that David Cook threw the show? Once you are announced the "American Idol" you are their possession. You have certain contracted guidelines you must go by. David Cook is too original to be successful if held back concerning his own sense of musical talent. David A. is more of a "Go by the book" kind of guy. David Cook could have easily threw the compitition in order to go out and do his own thing. He could have sung the songs that would have blew David A. away. He chose to keep it simple. We all know he is smarter then that. He kenw what songs America would want to hear as far as his musical instrument and the range he can sing. He chose not to do that and keep a low tone performance. I believe he is wanting to give the title to David A. and go out and do his own thing. He will sell a lot more records then David A. no matter which way the results go. He is smart by throwing the show. Excellent job if so. Rock on David Cook.

carmen Wed, May 21, 2008 at 10:00 AM EST

AS I was listening to DA singing voice, I can see the invisible aura of a winner or champion, but I would like DC to win because he is the versatile performer and throughout the season , he was more consistent. I got carried away when he shed tears. I think voters didn't get swayed by the comments by the 3 judges esp Simon because they looked back and know what these singers are really capable of.

linda Wed, May 21, 2008 at 09:53 AM EST

DAVID COOK ALL THE WAY!!!! I don't know about anyone else but tonight if David A. is voted the American Idol, I will shut off my television and think about how many teenyboppers voted more than once for David A.

Cathy Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:57 AM EST

Hands down, the biggest star in the world is William Shatner (in his mind). No, seriously I agree that it's Harrison Ford.

Joanne Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:54 AM EST

Personally, I prefer David Cook. He can rock and he can sing ballads. His rendition of Billie Jean blew my mind and his song from Phantom of the Opera gave me goosebumps. David A. has a great voice, but his songs always wind up sounding the same....soft ballads. Last night I think Randy and Simon went overboard with their praise for Archuleta and made David Cook feel like he had no chance. It was very rude and wrong. I also believe you should only be allowed to vote once to make it fair.

You're Crazy Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:50 AM EST

David Cook is a Daughtry wannabe--we've been there done that. David A. will sell more records and he was the best last night.

Contestant #1 Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:39 AM EST

Does anyone else have 'Thank you for voting for contestant 1, watch American..[click]. Thank you for voting for contestant 1..[Click] Thank you for voting for contestant 1, watch American Idol..[Click}' ringing in their ears? God that guy's good. Judge not on one night..look at overall the guy's got it..big time.

NO WAY Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:37 AM EST

Cook can do far more with his voice than DA. His falsetto is amazing, and his notes are never pitchy. DA's runs are amazing, but they are NOT perfect, and he seems to force them and you can almost hear him thinkin 'Gosh I hope I hit this note!'

D Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:35 AM EST

Now I understand why Randy loves D'Archie so much! They both love repeat performances... "You could sing the phonebook dawg", "Imagine", "that was molten hot", "Imagine", "mad hot lyrics", "Imagine"

Laurie Idlett Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:31 AM EST

Give me a break! David A not articulate? I bet you weren't very articulate at age 17 either. Remember David C. is 8 years older than David A. David Cook sounds exactly the same no matter what he sings--that raspy, moaning voice. Don't get me wrong, I like David Cook, but I think David A. is in a different league. He can do so much more with his voice. I hope he wins.

Kim - Denmark Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:30 AM EST

Fantastic - Donna Summer will perform with one of the outstanding tracks from her new CD - Crayons!

I wish, I was in the U.S. to watch it!

Enjoy!

Aiden Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:29 AM EST

David COOK is the winner,he's versatile a truly stage performer who brings something new and life in the stage,that's what American should vote for .Not a cutiepie and boring kid who's a ballader that's too common and boring.D.A makes me sleep you know.What you think America?Nevr make a mistake again open your EARS!!!!!!!!

Lauren - to THEA Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:26 AM EST

SCROLL DOWN

Lauren Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:23 AM EST

GO DAVID COOK!!! He's passionate, soulfull, and can talk like a human being. DA has a good voice, that's about it.

Perkle Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:20 AM EST

Don't know how accurate DialIdol has been this season, but it shows Cook winning with a wide margin. I really hope Cook wins but I won't be upset if David A does. At this point, they both have a shot at a real career. Just depends on what they make of it.

Pam Wed, May 21, 2008 at 08:16 AM EST

Carrie Underwood

kodi Wed, May 21, 2008 at 07:50 AM EST

You have got to be kidding me? Archie did a knockout? PLEASE....the kid cannot enunciate his way out of a box!
He has not grown at all...same voice, different week. So frustrating.
Go David Cook!!!!

Clint Wed, May 21, 2008 at 07:19 AM EST

ok so maybe the day wasnt David cooks - I am a huge David Cook fan- sitting here in India its not just a feeling its a surety that David Cook is going to sell far more regardless of the result ...., it will feel good to be part of the legion that votes him in -

also, I dont know if the judges steer the idol ship, but where I am Id rather give it to Cook for consistent performances right through

besides theres something about Archie that I dont like - its the coy, silly , back yard boy face that charms .... David Cook is genuine all the way for me and his voice versatile and consuming

without meaning to emote, an earnest appeal - Vote for David Cook, hes genuine, brave and an artist!

Do you hear me O land of the free and the home of the brave?

Mikael Wed, May 21, 2008 at 07:12 AM EST

The Queen Donna Summer is there - It's more than great

Cindy Bowersock Wed, May 21, 2008 at 07:10 AM EST

I agree with paul 100%. I am tired of the poularity contest instead of the artitical contest. i am also sick of randy and paula. I don't think I can take another year of them. They never give worthwhile advice to the contestants.

Bruno Wed, May 21, 2008 at 06:59 AM EST

OH My God! Donna Summer is there?
She's the greatest ever!!!!
I'm from Italy but in US for work this week, so lucky to see her performing on AI. Stay tuned she's a blast.

oldenough Wed, May 21, 2008 at 06:54 AM EST

I think that it should be DA that wins because that will give him a year to grow into being famous under the protective hood of AI. DC is ready to move on and coming in second will give him more freedom

Paul Wed, May 21, 2008 at 06:41 AM EST

They are two very different artists...both with great futures no matter what happens. David Cook will probably be a bigger record seller, but Archie won last night by far...he seemed to really want it badly and put his heart into it. I just hope his obsessive stage Dad gets out of his way in the future.

Wed, May 21, 2008 at 06:37 AM EST

I believe the night went to David A, but I think in part that was due to the song choices. I think Davic Cook is a better artist and will be more commercial because he is diversified. There is just something about David A for me...I never liked him.

Elizabeth Wed, May 21, 2008 at 06:21 AM EST

Archie joins the Jonas Brothers for a number and all of America will hear a high-pitched squeal from sea to shining sea.

Shannon Wed, May 21, 2008 at 04:35 AM EST

Oh, great. It's the Jonas Brothers.

Thea Wed, May 21, 2008 at 04:27 AM EST

HELP- for some reason when I click on the links for yesterday's recap, or the Davids' Q&A, I get the normal EW frame of the page but NO text of the article.
Anyone with the same problem? can someone post the text here PLEASE??? thanks


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