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 [...]

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 [...]