One of the frustrating things about discussing American Idol with other people who watch is that this show makes us all equal relative to technical music criticism.
I struggle to not play the I’m-a-musician-and-you’re-not card.
But I’ll be honest. I don’t think any of the Idol women are worth a damn. There is not one great voice [...]

For the past couple of weeks, when asked who I thought brought it and who left it on American Idol, I’ve consistently said “the kid” as my pick to beat.
The kid is David Archuleta, and after Tuesday night’s rendition of John Lennon’s “Imagine,” I suspect all those who shrugged when I issued those sentiments will [...]

The ratings have been mostly down this season, but the talent is unquestionably up — and now we have our Top 24 for American Idol Season 7.
Let the games begin.
Instead of recapping tonight’s show, which I don’t need to do because you’re all loyal watchers, I’m going to give you 10 singers who can win [...]

In a slight twist from past years, American Idol allowed Hollywood contestants to play instruments while singing.
I know. What a novel idea.
However, as a pianist of 34 years, it’s easier said than done, and I’m actually pretty damned good at it. On Tuesday night, Idol musicians made some classic mistakes, and I thought it would [...]