I actually have to say that I was was pleased with most of the performances on American Idol last night – and even though some contestants fell far short of the greatness of Elvis – others came through with flying colors.

Two American Idol hopefuls will be eliminated tonight and based on performances last night I predict it will be Andrew Garcia and Aaron Kelly. But I also think Siobhan Magnus and Katie Stevens could be at risk. With Michael Lynche in the bottom last week – it’s very difficult to predict the “unpredictable” outcomes this season.

Crystal Bowersox did an amazing job and I thought it was her best performance to date – the electric guitar seemed to bring out a bit more energy and fun in her personality.

But I think the winner from last night for me was Lee DeWyze. His performance was amazing, full of energy and he even smiled. As he gets more comfortable on stage and in front of the cameras, he gets better and better. I loved his performance of “A Little Less Conversation”. Adam Lambert gave Lee good advice about smiling and using more expression as he performed.

Andrew Garcia‘s rendition of “Hound Dog” was hard to watch – he tried to make it his own, but it’s such a huge song it completely paled in comparison to the original. If it was a song we were not familiar with and heard him sing it – I think it would have been fine. But as it was, I’m afraid he didn’t do it justice.

Tim Urban‘s version of “I Can’t Help Falling In Love” was applauded by the judges, but I didn’t get it. I felt like I was politely listening to a friend’s son or neighbor. Perhaps loads of teenage or pre-teen girls will pick up the phone to vote for Tim – but I truly don’t think he’s ready to be launching his recording career yet.

Aaron Kelly has grown a lot through the competition and he has a good voice. I think he’s still young and his attempt at “Blue Suede Shoes” was okay but I felt as though it were a high school performance. Simon agreed and even with his fan base, I think Aaron is at risk tonight.

Siobhan Magnus… ah.. Siobhan what can I say? I have liked Siobhan from the beginning… but as other contestants have seemed to improve and grow on me more, Siobhan truly does seem to be floundering a bit. Simon commented that she didn’t seem to know who she was – and I liked her comment that she doesn’t really classify or label herself – she just loves to sing. It was a good answer and could potentially get her votes, but her performance from last night was a bit cheesy and felt a bit like a cruise line performance. I don’t know why people keep using the “coming down the stairs” as part of their performance – it just doesn’t work unless you “own” it or have tons of experience. So, even though I like Siobhan, I’m afraid she may be at risk tonight.

Michael Lynche – again he’s still one of my favorites and I love his voice. He sang “In The Ghetto” and it was tender and beautiful. I’m not sure it will get the young fans to pick up the phone. I was hoping he would have performed something to get the crowd to leap to their feet and make calls for him – but it was truly another beautiful performance. He’s just amazingly talented.

Katie Stevens. Katie seems to have a growing fan base – likely because she’s cute and young. It felt to me as though she was trying too hard but the judges seemed to like her performance – except for Simon (and me). I wouldn’t mind if she was one to go tonight though. I just think some of the others are further along.

Casey James – he always does a good job and he seems to make songs his own no matter what he is performing. I can’t say I remember much of the performance and it didn’t make me go “Wow!” but it was good. Simon commented that he felt it was a “wasted opportunity and a completely forgettable song” but the vocals were good. Actually that about sums it up for me too.

I’m not looking forward to anyone going home tonight – but think it would be completely wrong if Lee DeWyze, Crystal Bowersox, and Casey James are not the top 3 this season. I’d like Michael Lynche to be in the Top 4.

Who would be your top 3 this year?

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