Glambert adds his spice

I'm torn on this week's mentor. On the one hand, Adam Lambert added a lot of excitement to last season, on the other hand, does he have the experience to be a mentor? Especially when two contestants need to go home today? There is no question however, that I am extremely excited for Glee which will follow tonight's episode. Got myself ready with some Glee music today.

The theme this week is Elvis -- there have been great Elvis moments in the past (Jon Peter Lewis) but things can be shaky with such well known songs. Knowing the Idol Creator Simon Fuller's company owns all rights to the Elvis legacy is the simple reason why this is the theme. Ryan explained that Adam was chosen to mentor because he had Elvis's showmanship style. Okay. Another reason is that producer Ken Warwick said they feel bad that he didn't become the success he should have because of his horrible performance on the American Music Awards. Matthew Morrison from Glee is sitting right behind Ryan.

Crystal -- "Saved" She is going Electric. She seemed really relaxed tonight. The gospel vibe was great. She had to really stay in her upper register which was not as melodic, more of the gospel version of the scream, but it did not bother me. Jane Lynch is sitting behind Simon -- it is a Glee fest. The judges loved Crystal. As they should. VOTE

Andrew -- He is kind of a dud. Sweet, but dull. Love that Adam was bored by his rendition. "Hound Dog" Cool crooner vibe. Didn't rock my world, but okay he didn't embarrass himself. Randy called it not good karaoke. Ellen thought he pulled it off. Kara hated that he was dragging his mic around. Andrew knows these judges would not have saved him last week. Simon thought it was lazy and the aura of his coolness has been sucked out of him. Jane Lynch's mouth is hanging wide open. Ellen had to defend herself. Andrew is broken. He just could not hear it, I'm sure so he is playing to the audience. BUH BYE

Ryan's mom Connie is in the audience -- cute.

Tim -- "Can't Help Falling in Love" I can't believe this guy is still here. I think Adam thinks he is cute. Tim said he is going to show us that he knows what the words mean. Ryan called him "Turban." I had to pause. Tim played acoustic guitar and did a nice job. He spinned the melody into a more modern version with his voice. Ryan is dancing with a guy in the audience. Maybe being broken early is good for Tim. He did a nice job again. But he did not go into his falsetto at the end like Adam wanted him too. Randy liked it. Ellen compared liking him to enjoying her 3rd shot of tequila. Kara thought it was his best performance. Simon called him zero to hero. VOTE (I can't believe I am saying this).

Lee -- "A Little Less Conversation" My favorite. Adam told him he shows no emotion on his face. I already know I am going to love this. God his voice is so sexy. A rock jam. Can you imagine him and Crystal in the finals -- what a great show that will be. This guy is awesome. I loved it. Randy loved it, Ellen loved it, Kara thought he went for it vocally -- the vocal was fire but he is too serious. Simon told Kara to shut it -- "it is about nailing the song -- that was on the money, full stop". AGREED. VOTE VOTE VOTE he is adorable.

Aaron -- "Blue Suede Shoes" I think Aaron was afraid of Adam. Adam looked 4 feet taller than him. Aaron said that he doesn't think the song fits him but he is going to do it anyway. Excuse me? Why open the door to that? Now I know why -- because he is embarrassing himself. He put the country twist on it, but his performance is scaring me. He is twisting his hips around. His voice is okay, but he looks uncomfortable. Watch the judges love him. Randy half liked it, Ellen gave him and A for effort. Kara thought it made him young and more relevant. (Okay she didn't say relevant, but I thought she would have). Aaron was coughing up a storm. Simon did not like it -- thought it was old. I think he will be in the bottom again. And maybe going home. BUH BYE

Siobhan -- She styled her hair like Glambert - hysterical. "Suspicious Minds" Another favorite song. Just remembered Daughtry did this. So good. Adam made her speed up the song. The two bonded over being different. Oh my god, her performance reminds me of a weird 70s variety show. Did she always sound like this? Last week and this week she is doing this weird dramatic voice. She got to go into a gospel wail. The end notes were fantastic though. Randy thinks she can sing (really?) Ellen liked it. Kara said exactly what I thought -- she has two voices. This weird quiet lilt versus the screaming. Simon thinks it was erratic and screechy. Siobhan looks so angry. But she made a good point that even she can't pinpoint herself into one type of singer so if she can't label herself, why should they keep trying to? Well said. VOTE, she should still be there over Andrew for sure.

Michael -- "In the Ghetto" A solid vocal performance. This man has such a nice voice. It was a little sleepy as Randy pointed out, but it was solid. Really he should leave before Andrew and Aaron? I can't believe Tim is not in that equation, but Tim is doing better right now. Should Michael have been saved. The judges think so. And I am waiting to see who leaves tomorrow to decide. Simon thought it was terrific. VOTE

Katie -- "Baby what you want me to do" Adam told her to show that anger that she has at the judges for always ripping her apart. I hear more tone in her voice this time. It's fun. A little Kelly Clarkson edge, but she lost the pitch a few times. Didn't blow me away. Randy liked the vocals and thought it was entertaining. Ellen made a joke. Kara liked the attitude. Simon thought it was loud and annoying but thinks the audience is all that matters. OK

Wow almost all of Glee is there.

Casey -- Last week was so great. "Lordy Miss Claudie" I'm not sure that is the title. Nice blues rock song. Shout out to Amy and Bob -- he sounds like Eric Lindell. This guy is so cool. And he wore the ponytail which I love. Solid performance, professional. I got into it, but I wasn't jumping up and down either. Randy and Ellen wanted it to be more exciting. Kara thought it fell short. Simon thought it was a wasted opportunity but his vocal was good. I can see that. VOTE for sure, this guy has to stay.

My order:
Lee
Crystal
Tim (what?)
Casey
Michael
Siobhan
Katie
Aaron
Andrew

Aaron and Andrew need to go, fine if Katie leaves as long as Andrew does. I need to give a shout out to 24 and Lost and Life Unexpected. LOVE and Private Practice is breaking my heart this season it is SOOO GOOD.

Till tomorrow, don't be ashamed of your obsessions...they can get you through hard times.