12 | May | 2010 | Idol Chatter & Voice Views

Season 9, Season 9 Finals
Lee, Casey and Crystal (whew!) make the final 3 on Idol

May 12, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

So, from the way Wednesday’s results show ended, are we supposed to believe that Casey James got more votes this week than Crystal Bowersox? That Crystal Bowersox — hands down the best talent in season nine — was one spot away from elimination? Or was the show just staged that way, sending Casey to safety…
Michael Lynche, Season 9, Season 9 Finals
Daughtry, Fantasia return; Idol voters dump Big Mike

May 12, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

So among the recent Idol-related headlines … * Access Hollywood is reporting that Elton John turned down a $33 million offer to be a judge on the show. * Entertainment Weekly is reporting that Idol won’t announce a replacement for Simon Cowell until after this year’s finale. Reaction to item 1: Ah, let the speculation…
Season 9, Season 9 Finals
Idol Finals Week 9: The photo gallery

May 12, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

The photo gallery from Tuesday’s episode will lead off with the duets because, hey, the duets were the most entertaining part of the evening. For my song-by-song grades from last night’s show, go here. For my recap of last night’s show, go here. The fun resumes tonight at 9 p.m. during a results show that…