David Cook rocked the night, delivering the best performance. Photo courtesy of AmericanIdol.com.

So, just a disclaimer before I get into things. I was not expecting to receive such virulent responses to my posts. That was quite a surprise. However, I won’t apologize for being harsh. Just don’t take my comments to seriously. I’m fairly certain that Elliott Yamin could care less what some geeky girl blogs about. Now, let’s get into it. SPOILERS!

This week Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber is the mentor. Let the overdramatic fun begin!

Syesha Mercado is up first. What will the judges say tonight to tear her to pieces? She looked really beautiful and sultry in her red dress and she sounds really good. She sang “One Rock ‘N’ Roll Too Many” from The New Starlight Express. Randy said it was her best. Simon said it was sexy. I concur. Some sultriness, Syesha.

Jason Castro- He sang “Memory” from Cats. His voice is so weird. I wish he had dressed up as a cat. He kind of sounds like he runs out of air after about two seconds. He’s purring and moaning like the feline that he is. Randy didn’t like it and neither did Paula. He’s not a girly man enough for this song, apparently, except that he’s a feline. Simon didn’t believe Jason wanted to sing that type of song. He wouldn’t vote for Jason. That might be the right idea.

Brooke White- She sang “You Must Love Me” from Evita. She forgot the words. Or started incorrectly and then asked to start the song again. There’s no second chances on American Idol. This ain’t baseball. And then she still sounds bad. If you’re a real performer, you fake it, even if you messed up. Her face looked sincere, but I wasn’t touched. Randy didn’t like it. Simon was right in that her starting and stopping threw her. Isn’t this the third time she stopped and started? Seriously? Simon defended Brooke and said he would have done exactly what she did. He thought it was brave. More like learn your words, darling.

David Archuleta- There was a weird teenage orgie hug fest prior to the video segment. 12 year olds are so lovey dovey. David sang “Think of Me” from The Phantom of the Opera. It was actually really good. It’s very different from the way I’ve heard this sung. And his eyes are open for the most part, like Webber suggested. In fact, a few times he closed his eyes, thought about it, and flashed them back open. Randy liked it. Paula thought it was perfect. Simon thought it was forgettable and one of his weakest performances. Seriously? In the words of the amazing Randy, that was hot!

Carly- After tonight, she should think that Andrew Lloyd Webber rocks. He saved her from a terrible song choice. He sang “Jesus Christ Superstar” from the show of the same name. I really love the boho theme of her outfit. The singing was very entertaining and energetic. Her big voice works well on this song. Maybe not her best, but pretty good. Randy liked it. Simon called it one of his favorite performances of the night. And Carly’s “Simon Loves Me (this week)” t-shirt kind of rocks.

David Cook- He sang “The Music of the Night” from The Phantom of the Opera. Sensual seduction. The start was pretty lame, but once he got into it, it was great. It’s pretty sexy. Pretty much wow on the power note. This is the first week that I found him attractive. The best of the night. Paula, stand up and clap like last week. Randy and Paula loved it, but Simon apparently doesn’t like this side of David. Too polished? More edgy? What about them being versatile?

By the way, I was total startled by Webber’s bluntness. He was the meanest mentor, but thank goodness for a little honesty. Isn’t that what mentors are for?
My wish list bottom three:
Brooke
Jason
David Archuletta

Likely bottom three:
Syesha
Brooke
Jason

Favorite Quotes of the Week:
“This is your happy place”- Paula
“You’ve shown massive amounts of personality, which we’ve never seen before.”- Simon
“I didn’t know a cat was singing it.”- Jason
“You were miserable throughout. I was miserable throughout.”- Simon
“I don’t think that girl had a clue what she’s singing about.”- Andrew Lloyd Webber
“Is this girl going to be able to keep this up. I don’t know.”- Webber
“You must never start and stop.”- Paula
“A girl with this on her arm has got to sing Jesus Christ Super Star and not a really girly song.”-Webber
“I like the outfit. I think the outfit’s kind of fly.”- Randy
“I’m a gorgeous 17 year old… I’m from the chorus line.”- Webber
“Another hot, molten hot lava bomb tonight!”- Randy

Okay, Seacresting out until tomorrow.