American Idol Top 9 - Wrap Up

Last night was mentor night and the legandary country diva Dolly Parton was on hand to give her down home advice.  I must say I love Dolly Parton no matter how big a star she has become she seems to stick to her roots.  While most of the Top 9 did ok with Dolly's library of songs others did struggle.  Here's the breakdown.

Brooke White

Performed: "Jolene"

Thoughts:  A bit predictiable from Brooke it would have been nice to hear her do something new with the song but none of the contestants this season (with the exception of David Cook really have).

David Cook

Performed:  "Little Sparrow"

Thoughts:  Not a familar Dolly song but he did a nice arrangement and it was good.  It also did show off his vocals nicely showing that he could be much more than just a rocker. 

Ramiele Malubay

Performed: "Do I Ever Cross Your Mind"

Thoughts:  I don't think she did a good job on this one.  And we may be posting our next good bye to Miss Malubay!

Jason Castro

Performed: "Tavelin' Thru"

Thoughts:  I actually like this performance it fit his ability well and I really like this song.  If you have never heard it you should check out Dolly's version... it's much better.

Carly Smithson

Performed: "Here You Come Again"

Thoughts:  Carly I thought was strong on this song, however Simon seemed to be in a pissy mood this week and didn't like it or Carly's outfit at all... hum Simon should probally work on his own wardrobe before picking on others.

David Archuleta

Performed:  "Smoky Mountain Memories"

Thoughts:  The great thing about David is that it doesn't matter what he sings he has a great ability to connect with songs and convey the emotion of the song.  I do think that he will become one of the greatest male vocalist that we have seen in a while.

Kristy Lee Cook

Performed:  "Coat of Many Colors"

Thoughts:  She should have had a golden ticket this week but I don't think she has.  While it wasn't as bad as some of her past performances it just didn't come out as anything special.  Could she return to her favorite place -- the bottom three?

Syesha Mercado

Performed: "I Will Always Love You"

Thoughts:  One of the most popular Dolly songs ever.  And she attempted it.  While it was nice.... I think she's going to be compared to every version out there and I don't think it will be good for her. 

Michael Johns

Performed: "It's All Wrong, But It's All Right"

Thoughts:  I think his performance was one of the best of the night with a blues twist to the song he did a great job. 

Tune in tonight to see who goes home. Fox 9/8 c

Predictions for the bottom 3: Ramiele Malubay, Syesah Mercado, Kristy Lee Cook