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Lee DeWyze, Season 9, Season 9 Finals
A look back at Lee DeWyze’s Idol performances

May 25, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Below, you’ll find video clips of all of Lee DeWyze’s live performances from season nine of American Idol. The guy who seemed a bit starstruck by the Idol stage three months ago has clearly come a long way. Just contrast the early performances to last week’s. Lee, of course, squares off against Crystal Bowersox for…
Crystal Bowersox, Season 9, Season 9 Finals
A look back at Crystal Bowersox’s Idol performances

May 25, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Below, you’ll find video clips of all of Crystal Bowersox’s live performances from season nine of American Idol. As you watch, you can’t help but appreciate her consistency. From the day she showed up on the Idol stage, it was clear she was a force to be reckoned with. Of course, she’ll square off tonight…
Season 9, Season 9 Recap
The best and worst of season nine of American Idol

May 25, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Lee DeWyze and Crystal Bowersox square off tonight in the final performance episode of the season on American Idol. The fun starts at 8 p.m., followed by tomorrow night’s season finale, with the crowning of the season nine winner. Check back here for live blogging during both shows. Meanwhile, here are my picks for the…
Brooke White, Justin Guarini, Season 9, Season 9 Finale
Can’t get enough Idol? Brooke and Justin to the rescue

May 25, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

If watching Tuesday’s 8 p.m. performance show and Wednesday’s two-plus-hour season finale isn’t going to be enough American Idol for you this week … well, the TV Guide Network is rushing to your rescue. The network will offer up three specials around the conclusion of season nine, with season one runner-up Justin Guarini and season…
Season 9, Season 9 Finale
York Dispatch Idol watchers pick the winner

May 24, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Normally, it would be time to rank the remaining Idols. But, hey, with only two left, I decided to ask Idol watchers here at the York Dispatch to weigh in on who they think should win the season nine crown. For the record, we voted 6-2 in favor of Crystal. Live blogging from the final…
Saving Idol, Season 9, Season 9 Recap
Saving Idol, Tip 10: Find the producers’ lost marbles

May 24, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

As American Idol faces the declining ratings and the departure of Simon Cowell, I’m offering up 10 free tips on how to save the show. Tip 10: Find the producers’ lost marbles Producers? What producers? Judging from the way season nine has gone, you get the impression Idol producers lost a few marbles in a…
Judges, Season 9, Simon Cowell
A tribute to Simon: His meanest moments

May 24, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

Simon Cowell didn’t become synonymous with American Idol by complimenting contestants on their appearance. Nope, frank commentary, bordering on rudeness, has been his trademark through nine seasons of the nation’s top-watched show. So as Simon prepares to leave Idol this week, I’ve compiled a list 10 of my favorite snide comments from Mr. Cowell over…
Saving Idol, Season 9, Season 9 Recap
Saving Idol, Tip 9: Do not go backwards

May 24, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

As American Idol faces the prospect of replacing Simon Cowell and declining ratings, I’ve decided to offer 10 tips for saving the show. We’re up to … Tip 9: Do not go backwards If season nine of American Idol has been less than scintillating, there’s this to reflect on. The leadup to the finals was…
Saving Idol, Season 9, Season 9 Recap
Saving Idol, Tip 8: Play fair (The last 2 weeks weren’t)

May 23, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

As American Idol faces the prospect of losing Simon Cowell in the face of declining ratings, I’m offering up 10 tips for saving the show. We’re up to … Tip 8: Play fair Sorry, but the last two performance shows of American Idol have reeked in that respect. First, we had the duets. Crystal Bowersox…
Saving Idol, Season 9, Season 9 Recap
Saving Idol, Tip 6: Fix the voting

May 23, 2010 By Mark Franklin 0

This weekend, I’m offering FOX and 19 Entertainment 10 tips on how to save American Idol as ratings plummet and Simon Cowell prepares to leave the show. Here’s the best news, FOX. I’m offering up all the suggestions for free. Tip 6: Fix the voting By fix, I don’t mean rig. I mean fix it…

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