Lady Gaga brought her drama to American Idol 2011. And I’m not just talking about her black and white wig and armadillo shoes. While Lady Gaga was mentioned on Modern Family last night, she was on American Idol season 10 to give the final four contestants some tips. But Gaga was quick to point out […]

It was Carole King night on American Idol 2011. Singing a classic that Gilmore Girls fans know like the back of their iphones, Lauren Alaina took on the classic, “Where You Lead.” While preparing her song, Alaina had a special guest in the form of Miley Cyrus. “I love hearing another accent like mine,” Cyrus […]

With an invigorated and powerful voice, Haley Reinhart gave is “Rolling in the Deep” (originally sung by Adelle) on American Idol 2011 tonight. While James Durbin needed half a marching band for huge impact, Haley only needed her voice to wow fans. What did the judges think? Steven Tyler –  “I thought it was a […]

Last night on American Idol 2011 James Durbin  sang “Uprising” originally performed by Muse.  He wanted to show he could be contemporary. He, apparently, also wanted to bring a marching band on stage. What did the judges think? Steven Tyler –  “You stay out of my closet now!” he joked. “Mad Max meets Storm Troopers […]

Scotty McCreery‘s song choice for American Idol 2011 tonight was “Swinging” – originally performed by Lee Ann Rimes.  But was this song choice the wrong pick? The judges seemed kind of bored. What did the judges think, in detail? Steven Tyler – An unenthusiastic Steven said,  “I liked it Scott, it’s good.” Jennifer Lopez –  […]

Pia Toscano amazed us in the top 9 last night. Last night on American Idol 2011 Pia Toscano performed Tina Turners’ “River Deep, Mountain High.” She said, “I wanna shock everybody because I’ve been doing the whole ballad thing … I just can’t wait to show that other side to me – that performer.” Did […]

Lauren Alaina delighted us in the top 9 last night with a hit that Kelly Clarkson performed on AI season 1. Last night on American Idol 2011 Lauren Alaina performed one of the greatest songs most people will ever hear. It was Aretha Franklins’ “You Make Me Feel (Like a Natural Woman).” Her spin was […]

Tonight on American Idol 2011 the youngest contestant, Thia Megia, sang “Heatwave.”  This upbeat song showcased her strong vocal tone that is unique to her and makes you wish you could steal it. It had an old feel to it, and I would have been surprised if this didn’t please the judges. What did the […]

American Idol 2011 tonight Mr. Casey Abrams performed  “I Heard it Through the Grapevine.” And his soulful voice really made me want to sing along. You really get the sense that he feels the music, you know? He can’t contain the feeling, and I’m glad he doesn’t! What did the judges think? Steven Tyler – […]

Pia Toscano wowed us in the top 12 last night. Last night on American Idol 2011 Pia Toscano performed a song from the year she was born. It was Whitney Houstons’ “Where Do Broken Hearts Go?” What did the judges think? Steven Tyler -Said said she nailed it and she was the reason they called […]