American Idol The Top 13 - Who's worthy of carpal tunnel this week?

I will admit it I was once a Michael Jackson fan. Seriously, isn't everyone deep down? I even got to see him on the Victory tour as a kid and yes, I had not only a red sequined glove but also the heels to match. So, it is with extreme trepidation, that I am watching American Idol's Top 13 tackle Wacko Jacko's catalog tonight. I wonder which of the guys will be brave enough to do the Michael Crotch Grab??? I know Sanjaya would if he was up there.

Before we get to the show, can I just say this whole Top 13 thing is bugging the hell out of me? All I can think of is that not only were producers looking for a "surprise twist" this season for ratings but that, so far, the contestants have been so dull that they just couldn't choose who to allow to continue on the quest for pop stardom. And did you hear about the "sex scandal?" Turns out since they have never had the need for a 13th voting number thus the usual prefix 855-IDOLS13, dials you into a sex line. Let's just hope that the voice on the other end isn't Paula and Kara in a threesome with Randy. I shudder to even think what that would sound like! So if you are hitting the phone lines, it's 36 not 13. Everyone all together now, 866-IDOLS 3-6!

So, without any further nonsense, I bring you the Top 13.


Before anyone hits the stage, Simon informs us that that two people are going home tomorrow night thus the Top 13 will shrink down to the Top 11 like it should be for the second week of live shows. I like to see someone had sense. What I am not liking this week is the personal story footage!! I don't want to hear you have three kids, lost your home, can't see, lost your wife. Sure all very tragic but this is about singing not who has the more moving story. Unless there is some revealing shocking secret that we learn from these stories, I will not be reviewing, recapping or acknowledging this part of the show in the least.

Now that I have gotten that off my chest, Lil Rounds kicks off Michael Jackson night with The Way You Make Me Feel. She nails it effortlessly. I'm liking it and I will be bold enough to say Lil will be hanging around for quite a while to come.

Scott McIntyre takes his place behind the piano for his version of Keep the Faith. I have never heard of this song so I can't tell you if it was good, bad or just blah. If I remember from Hollywood week, Scott performed better when seated at the ivories so I think this is going to be a trend with him. It's not horrible but it's not that memorable in the least, apart from his high pitched squeals towards the end, which make me think that next week we might learn that he is a member of that ultra rare singing group known as the Castrati. I'm thinking Scott won't be moving off the couch tomorrow night.

Crowd favorite, Danny Okey, is up next with PYT. I really hated the intro to the song and was dreading it until he moved into the true tone of the song. The boy can sing but he just proved white boys in horn-rimmed glasses can and should not under any circumstance ~ dance! I felt uncomfortable watching it but he does have the voice. Another safe bet for the night.

Michael Sarver opts for You Are Not Alone. He has a great voice but just no "it" factor in the least. I do, however, think that middle America will love him. So, Michael, I proclaim you safe this week.

Jasmine Murray picks I'll Be There. I'm thinking she picked such a big song to help redeem her last performance. It's good, not wow, but good enough to see her through to next week, that's for sure.

Kris Allen chooses Remember the Time. As he sang I just kept thinking to myself that I don't remember him. He has the looks to make it through but the voice not so much. I'm thinking he might be in danger tomorrow night, however, it appears that this is the moment of the show where apparently my hearing isn't quite working as the judges liked it.

My girl, Allison Iraheta, is up next and I'm hoping my hearing has returned to normal as she takes on Give In To Me, not a song I am familiar with but she's working her magic. Bring on the carpal tunnel!!! She will be at the final at the Kodak without a doubt! AMAZING!

Anoop Desai, why is he here? I just don't get it at all. To make matters worse he picks Beat It. I really don't think I can watch this. Did he have to wear the Members Only jacket? At least he didn't opt for the red leather one. The boy's voice isn't horrid apart from the odd note but I just don't see him being a star and frankly felt like he was in his living room singing along to Rock Band. See you in that bottom 3 tomorrow night, my friend.

Jorge Nunez' decided to go with Never Can Say Goodbye. Well, I can. This was a snooze fest and what was with those stares into the camera. Another one for the bottom 3, tomorrow night.

Megan Corkrey, who has been one of my other early kind of favorites, surprises me by picking Rockin' Robin. I just would have never thought of that song for her but I am feeling like I should be at a wedding or in a bar. Vote for the Worst is backing her. I wouldn't say she was the worst of the evening but certainly not what I had hoped for. I hate to say it but she could be joining the likes of Jorge and Anoop tomorrow night.

Adam Lambert is up with Black or White. He's just such the professional. Perfect song choice, great styling, moves that prove that some white boys can move around on a stage without making an ass of themselves. Get those fingers ready for some carpal tunnel action. I'm seeing an Allison-Adam finale!

Matt Giraud picks the smart song choice, Human Nature. I hadn't notice before how much he looks like Justin Timberlake. I think he will be here for awhile. A very redeemful performance for him tonight

Alexis Grace aka Pinkie chooses perfectly with one of my personal favorites, Dirty Diana. I'm thinking I will definitely need to get the ice packs ready because after tonight's text votes, I am going to need them! She's not as good as Allison but definitely up in my top 3 for the night.

Worthy of Developing Carpal Tunnel ~ My AAA ~ Allison, Adam and Alexis

Throw Some Votes Their Way ~ Lil Rounds and Matt

Bottom of the Pile ~ Anoop, Kris, Jorge and Megan (sorry but this week was horrific)

So who are you voting for? Who is going home??