Webber mixes it up

Leave it to Andrew Lloyd Webber to mix up the pot tonight on American Idol. Tonight's show just goes to show how a little legit music can bring out the talent and expose those who hide behind style. Jason, you've got something, but watch out - tonight could be your last.

Way for Syesha to come out with a band and show the others how to do it. I thought she finally had a chance to show what she can do, and look hot doing it. Where was she hiding all that (insert your preference of what she was hiding here) before?

Jason... watch out. The fact that you barely knew his music says a lot. I hope you enjoy the campfires, because that's were it's at for you. You are destined for the "Mellow show" on SNL with Jack Johnson and John Mayer.

Brooke, Brooke, Brooke. I actually have become quite fond of her in recent weeks and actually thought her performance, once she finally got it out, was far better than the judges gave her credit for. Her voice was not powerful and perfect, but it was real and gripping. I hope we see her again.

David Archuleta must have one of the greatest voices that AI has ever seen and once he exits puberty and has a few down and out days, he is destined to make some great music. I still think he could win this thing, but that says more about the AI voting audience than it does his talent. I think David has incredible focus in each performance about how to have great tone, great phrasing, and sing a great song, but I believe less and less that there is more there than just great technical execution of an inspirational tune. There may be a great career ahead for him on the 'Up With People' tour (does that date me)?

Carly has been riding the wave of near extinction, but pulled a nice one out tonight and probably has spared her execution for another week. It was a great song choice for her.

I thought this might be a tougher week for David because he didn't have or didn't take the opportunity to do an alternative version for which he has become so heralded for each week. However, I was actually very pleasantly surprised by his stage voice and presence. I actually think that Simon was harder on him that was warranted and that it was an impressive vocal performance. He rides the edge of being a little bit of a poser. I also would not have gone for that 5th on the last note as I think sustaining that 3rd for the duration would have had much more impact.

What say you?

P.S. Heidi K, I expect to see a comment posted up here from you with your run down this week!