Darla's American Idol Round-up: The Top 5

The top 5 American Idol contestants performed songs of the great Frank Sinatra this week. The mentor was the suave Harry Connick Jr. Isn't Harry Connick Jr. just the essence of cool? To spice things up, Mr Connick composed all the music this week, he joked that Shania Twain didn't do that!! For the performances H. C. J played piano for the singers.

1. Aaron Kelly was up first and sang the popular ditty, "In Other Words". I thought Aaron looked more grown up, maybe it was the suit. Or maybe it was the ancient song? It was well received by all the judges. However, Ellen thought the piano was pitchy. (Wink, wink). I think Aaron's performance was enough to get him to another week, but not enough to keep him out of the bottom two.

2. Casey James sang, "Blue Skies". He hadn't much more than ended his last note before Randy declared it to be Casey's worst ever! Ellen thought that the piano was a bad idea, (wink wink). Simon thought Casey came across as embarassed and awkward. Ryan did some detective work and discovered that Casey did feel lost without his guitar. The lead- in to Casey's performance was an old band mate wondering if Casey was interested in a gig. Not just any gig either, a gig that paid fifty bucks and free food!! I hate to say this, but Casey may be free next week. He got ganged up on pretty good by the judging panel!

3. Crystal Bowersox was next up and sang, "Summer Wind". The performance was pretty much agreed upon to be just okay. I loved Crystal's dress. I still haven't figured out why I don't want to see her win this thing. Maybe it's her odd disposition, or that stud under her bottom lip. I just can't seem to pull for her. Nonetheless, I don't see her making as early an exit as this evening. NO Way.

4. Michael Lynche sang, "The Way You Look Tonight". Big Mike sure has hung in there since his save hasn't he? He gave a dedicated performance. Simon told Michael that Michael had put himself back in the game. I would be very surprised if America didn't show Big Mike more love this week than Aaron or Casey.

5. Lee Dewyze finished off the evening with, "That's Life". Randy loved the arrangement! Ellen was distracted by Harry's organ (wink, wink). Kara quizzes Lee as if he felt like he could "win this". Lee answered that he thought he could!! Simon thought Lee was the best of the night! I see Lee winning this competition too! I feel like he is more likable than Crystal. Talent as you know doesn't always get you crowed as the American Idol!!

I have a confession to make. I look more forward to that hour after Idol, than I do to Idol itself as of recent weeks. You know it, I am a Gleeaholic!!! Last night's episode was again, brilliant!! That Sue! She makes me want to throw some kind of laughing fit!!! Each week I look forward to new music and to see what Sue Sylvester will come up with next! What a killer show!!!!

So is another week of Idol... Lady Gaga sings a song that I have had in my head since first listening to Fame Monster, Alejandro. It is awesomeness! As a huge Gaga fan, it should be good times!