'American Idol' Season 10 Shocker: James Durbin Gets Daughtry'ed

The night started out extremely tame for an "American Idol" elimination show. Ryan Seacrest didn't play up the drama at all. In fact, he seemed completely matter of fact as he introduced the contestants and told us one would leave. Seacrest was a little too matter of fact. I could tell something was brewing. When Lauren Alaina was pronounced safe it appeared to be obvious that Haley Reinhart would be making her "Idol" exit tonight. Ryan Secrest gave nothing away to suggest differently.

You could hear the collective jaws of "American Idol" viewers around the U.S. hit the floor when Haley Reinhart was the second contestant pronounced safely into the top three. This meant one of the favorites was leaving in fourth place. Seacrest deserves an Emmy Award for keeping the shocker secret.

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American Idol Season 10: Good-bye Jacob Lusk & the Final Four Are…

Ryan Seacrest only said we “may” be surprised by the outcome of tonight’s elimination on American Idol. He was wrong, at least for most people I would think. There was not a lot of suspense since even the Vote for the Worst crowd was having a hard time rallying around the wailing Lusk. It came down to Jacob Lusk and Lauren Alaina in the bottom two tonight. The shocker would have been the elimination of Alaina, thankfully that did not happen yet. Jacob Lusk wailed for the last time on the Idol stage tonight in a solo swan song.

After a hideous group performance by the Idol top five, Lady Antebellum took the stage and gave a live performance. It always seems a little odd when a group comes on for no particular reason. They know they are filler so it’s a lackluster performance at best.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Thursday 5/05/11)

Well it’s another night of all new episodes on every channel. It’s getting tough to make any evening plans that don’t involve the TV. Everyone should be happy tonight with comedy, drama and reality TV all airing at some point during prime time.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Wipeout - new episode

9/8c: Grey’s Anatomy - new episode
“White Wedding” - Callie and Arizona are finding out that even the best laid wedding plans go wrong. Alex remains a standout in the competition for chief resident.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Wednesday 5/04/11)

The hits just keep on coming… all new episodes again tonight. This is turning out to be a good spring for network TV viewers. It’s going to be a hard night to choose, so don’t forget to set your DVR accordingly. Live tweet with us during American Idol too!

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: The Middle - new episode
“Mother’s Day II” - The plan for a day alone as a Mother’s Day gift doesn’t work out for Frankie.

8:30/7:30c: Better With You - new episode
“Better With a Bargain” - Joel works out a deal to find a good deal on the dream stroller for Mia, and Maddie ponders if she’s still good enough to be an attorney.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Thursday 4/28/11)

All new episodes abound tonight on every channel for network TV viewers. Set your DVR accordingly, there will likely be more than one show you will want to catch on this full night. You have your pick of comedy, drama and reality TV. It’s a perfect storm (even for Grey‘s Anatomy fans!).

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: 20/20 - new episode

9/8c: Grey’s Anatomy - new episode

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Wednesday 4/27/11)

Tonight is a complete mix of new and used episodes on network TV. Looks like every channel is following up something new with something old. Only FOX has all new episodes, but then again that’s thanks to only needing two shows to fill a shorter prime time schedule.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: The Middle - rerun
“The Diaper Incident” - Frankie is embarrassed when a store clerk makes an assumption. Brick is testing out urban legends for truthfulness.

American Idol 10: Stefano Langone Reaches the End of His Idol Road

Only six contestants are left on American Idol 10 after Stefano Langone was eliminated tonight. David Cook and Katy Perry (with Kenye West) appeared live for performances too. After what has come to be the usual suspects in the bottom three, Stefano was finally let go.

The Idol producers are changing things up every week now for the group performances. First Jacob Lusk, Lauren Alaina, Haley Reinhart and Stefano Langone teamed up for a version of “Hey Soul Sister.” It was only okay at best. It’s hard to sound good with so many high voices at one time. Next came Casey Abrams, James Durbin and Scotty McCreery with their group song, Coldplay‘s “Viva La Vida.” It was only slightly better.

American Idol 10: Top 7 Sing Songs of the 21st Century

There were a few F-bombs dropped on the live American Idol stage tonight. They all came from Steven Tyler though, so not really breaking news. The more surprising thing was the lack of train wrecks. This group of Idol hopefuls did well on the whole tonight. There were a couple that raised the bar though, namely James Durbin and Casey Abrams. We also got to see the Idol kids make fun of each other’s habits.

Scotty McCreery - “Swingin’” by Leann Rimes
The other contestants made fun of the way Scotty holds the microphone. He did not pay any attention to them… I wish he would. The T-Rex arms are really getting on my nerves. This was a boring song choice for Scotty and he did little to spice it up. He did walk around the stage more, and brought out his deep tenor, but it was still very boring. I think he has a big enough fan base to keep him safe. If they vote, that is.

American Idol 10: Paul McDonald Goes Home and Then There Were Seven

More likely tonight’s latest eliminated American Idol contestant, Paul McDonald, will be exceptionally busy after his Idol Tour. I don’t see Paul slowing down one bit. In fact I think it would be cool to watch him at his own concert. Either way, Idol was great exposure for his eclectic voice.

The duets were back tonight, and not just for the Idol kids. More on that later. The Idol hopefuls grouped as: Lauren Alaina & Scotty McCreery, Haley Reinhart & Casey Abrams. Then the quartet of guys: Paul McDonald, Jacob Lusk, Stefano Langone and James Durbin. All sounded really good in their groups. Idol producers need to stick with this format.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Thursday 4/14/11)

There are only a few new episodes gracing the airwaves tonight on network TV. NBC is rolling out their new episodes of Thursday night comedy, starring Will Ferrell on The Office and Paul Reiser’s new show. We’ll see how that holds up against the American Idol live elimination show.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Wipeout - new episode

9/8c: Grey’s Anatomy - rerun

10/9c: Private Practice - rerun

American Idol 10: James Durbin Revisits Heavy Metal, Casey Brings the Jazz

The night was dedicated to music in the movies this week on American Idol 10, but first… let’s honor Jlo for being named “Most Beautiful Woman in the World” by People Magazine. M’kay, awkward moment while a spotlight falls on JLO and an old recording is played of “The Most Beautiful Girl in the World.”  The prelude should have been Ryan Seacrest saying, “and now for something completely different.” Finally we got to the music. It was a bit of a sleepy night until the end.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Wednesday 4/06/11)

Watch a new episode of Law & Order: SVU tonight on NBCImage via Wikipedia

Wednesday’s mean American Idol, at least in my world. If that doesn’t satisfy your TV needs tonight, there are quite a few new episodes on too. FOX is premiering a new show and there’s also a new episode of Criminal Minds so set your DVRs accordingly!

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: The Middle - rerun

8:30/7:30c: The Middle - rerun

9/8c: Modern Family - rerun

9:30/8:30c: Mr. Sunshine - new episode

“American Idol” Season 10: Judges Save Casey Abrams

Top 11 Will Tour for “AI10”

Everything about tonight’s “American Idol” elimination show felt dramatic. Stevie Wonder singing “Happy Birthday” to Steven Tyler. Surprise! Hulk Hogan ripping out of his t-shirt to tell Paul McDonald and James Durbin they were safe. Surprise! Casey Abrams getting eliminated… surprise! The last was the biggest one of the night. The judges used their one “save” of the season on Casey Abrams tonight, nearly causing him to pass out on stage.

The start of the “American Idol” elimination live show came with the required group number. It was obvious the “Idol” hopefuls had been better coached this week. We saw a film clip of Marc Anthony, judge Jlo’s husband, schooling the contestants on the tech side of things. Specifically the in-the-ear mics they wear. Most of the singers have had pitch problems during live performances and say they can’t hear themselves. After a  tutoring session Anthony said, “I don’t want no ******* excuses this week!”

Tonight’s “AI” elimination show would leave us with the top 10. These are the ones on the tour this summer. It did not take long for Ryan Seacrest to start calling names to the center of the stage. It took even less time for him to pronounce Pia Toscano, Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery safe.