Well it didn't take long for the judges last night to emphasize that American Idol is, and always will be a "singing competition". Hmmm, if that's the case then why wasn't Melinda Doolittle in the finale?

Say what you want to at this point, but all that matters are the number of votes cast after last nights performances. Personally I think there aren't any losers going into tonight's reveal and quite honestly I am pulling for Jordin. I think the payoff is in her youthful exuberance and she seems like she is exactly what a rising pop star needs to be. She did have a better night vocally, but then we all have known that she has a better voice than Blake. I am not quite sure I can go along with Randy who stated that her performance of 'Broken Wing' was better than the original. I think not.

Blake definitely did not lose any ground to Jordin with his first two performances. I thought 'Shot Through the Heart' was better on Bon Jovi night and I am not a huge fan of Maroon 5, so I feel as though Blake should have sang a song by 311. The judges were unanimous in their thoughts that Blake is a true performer and I think he will be huge making records in his style and genre. Plus I think we all know that the runner ups have been clearly more successful than the winners. Exceptions being Ms. Clarkson and Ms. Underwood. Blake has already clearly won, and I hope that isn't ruined by the title of the next American Idol.

Jordin, tonight is your night! I am predicting a great career and many fine songs to some.

One last note, I hope that you got to enjoy A&E's Biography this weekend which spot lighted Simon, Randy and Paula. Man did you see some of the hair styles and outfits that Randy wore during his Journey stint? My oh my! And Simon in a Speedo! All I can say is, "Fuckin' get me towel. Mr Tangerine Speedo!"

TV Tim