Can the boys bring it this season?

American Idol Top12

The Fellas:
For the first time in years, I wouldn’t mind if any of these top 12 dudes win the whole thing…okay there are 3 that could/would and should be kicked off soon. There are a lot of rocker dudes this time out and they are doing it and doing it well. Credit Bo Bice or Daughtry, either way the name of the show may be changed to Rocker Idol.

David H was first up and actually did a great job. It was the first time that I noticed contestants rework classics so soon in the competition. David brought the church to Midnight Hour and it worked for me.

Chikizie gets a special nod from DJRR for a number of reasons. Name that’s unforgettable (I wonder if it’s real?) I wasn’t blown away by his performance but I knew the song from somewhere and couldn’t place it. I am embarrassed that he was singing the lead single from Diana Ross’s last cd..oops don’t tell anyone. I really didn’t think Chik would make it to Hollywood, let alone top24. Minus for Chik for battling Simon first time out…don’t you watch the show? That gets you nowhere.

David C is going to be one of under dawg rocker picks. I actually enjoyed his performance.

Jason was a little blah and is truly going to get lost in the midst of the young kids and the rockers.

Robbie (may) (may) be my pick for the winner this year. Not only because of the name but he could give Bo and Chris a run for their money. I do have a small problem with him being in a touring band but since it was with Britney Spears.. I will let it slide.

David Archeletta (eeeh gads) I wrote this kid off even before I heard him sing a note, the cutsie awshucks kid has no place on American Idol PLUS he was on star search or something years ago. I didn’t like him….until he sang. DAMN! This little runt can work a Motown song – I was blown away. He made the IPOD. Top 2 for real.

Jason was working the surfer dude to the max and he pulled it off. He may fall to the Simon likes you curse but he will go far. Dreds on Idol, 2 thumbs up.

Danny is going to be this year’s Sanjaya and I am already irritated. He didn’t make it last year for a reason. How did he make top 24? Simon had his harshest words for this kid and I have to agree…go home. Don’t ruin this top 5 like Season 6…watch he wins!

Luke is the first contestant in Idol history that I have a connection with. A former coworker and friend went to school with Luke and already threatened me to be nice in my notes. He looks like Hugh Jackman. I thought this was very BORING for his first performance (Sorry ETD). Again, he will get lost with the other guys but I hope he makes top 10.

With a few exceptions, this is going to be a great competition with the dudes this year…stay tuned DJRR!