American Idol: The Final Showdown

Well, tonight was the big showdown between Adam Lambert and Kris Allen. I think we've all known all along that Adam would be in the final and it's very obvious that the judges want him to win. Kris has been a dark horse all along. But, as I've watched him all season, I think I'd prefer Kris over Adam for the win. Let me tell you why ...

Adam is extremely theatrical. While he does have a good voice, he depends on theatrics and often screams to songs. While the judges often comment on other people screaming, he seems to float on by with it. I prefer his voice on softer songs like the rendition of "Mad World" which is strikingly similar to this version by Gary Jules. (Nope, Adam's not the creative genius they've made him to be.) Adam screamed the Sam Cook song tonight -- and got mad praises by the judges. Go figure.

Then there's Kris. While I don't see me running out and buying his stuff, I think he's definitely got a Jason Mraz/John Mayer vibe going on. That's very popular these days. Plus, he's an actual musician and I think he'll be writing songs as his career progresses. I've been one partial to singer-songwriters since my childhood. He did an excellent job singing "Ain't No Sunshine" once again.

In ten years I can see Adam doing reprisals of Dr. Frank N. Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. In ten years, I can see Kris having a career which parallels folks like James Taylor, Elton John, and Billy Joel. Who's the winner?

BTW - Kara's song did absolutely nothing for me ... sung by either contestant.

Survivor Tocantins - Season Finale!

Well, it's time ... the big season finale night for Survivor Tocantins! At least we can all rest assured that Coach won't win. I doubt he'll win the $100,000 from viewers even. As the show airs here on the East Coast, I'll update this entry with major news. However, the real fun is in the comments. I hope you all can join in -- we have snacks, beverages, and a good time for all!

Later tonight, I'll be writing up the review of the finale for TV Squad, but I don't expect it to be posted until tomorrow as tonight's gala event ends at 11 PM. Getting up before 5 AM for work is going to be tough. I think it will be a three alarm clock night. But I'll worry about that when it comes. Right now I'm ready to sit back, enjoy the show, take my notes, and have fun in comments. Taj, my blog pool pick, is still in the running. Yay! And, we're even starting on time. Double YAY!

JT wins immunity!

ARGH! They voted out Taj!

Rites of passage are over -- Coach is still delusional.

Erinn is the first out of the final immunity challenge!

JT won the final immunity challenge!

JT voted out Erinn -- it's JT and Stephen battling it to the end.

Votes: JT, JT, JT, JT ... wins it all!

It was the second unanimous vote in Survivor history.

Remember - If you're in comments, you have to hit the "newest" link at the top of the page!

Wow ... JT also won the $100,000 viewers prize.

Survivor 19 will be in Samoa.

Thanks, everyone for such a great time in comments tonight!

Survivor Tocantins - "The Martyr Approach"

The show has started here on the East Coast. Everyone is welcome to gather in the comments area for snacks, beverages, and show talk! I'll update this entry with major events as they air. My review of the show will be posted over at TV Squad later tonight.

JT won immunity and sent Coach to Exile much against his will -- Coach SO didn't want to go there! JT is taking Stephen on reward with him -- overnight trip.

JT won immunity. Coach is all drama about back spasms.

Coach was FINALLY voted out!

American Idol - Results Show 5/13/09

Although I'm watching the entire three hour block finale night of Lost, I have the other TV on in sight (muted) and will be posting the results of last night's voting as it happens here on the East Coast.

Kris is safe. Adam is safe (of course).

Danny Gokey is out of the running.

The Amazing Race - "This Is How To Lose a Million Dollars"

The finale is starting on time here! I'll be writing up my review on the episode later tonight for TV Squad, but important events will be posted here. As always, everyone is invited to hang out in the comments -- that's where the real fun is!

TAMMY AND VICTOR have won The Amazing Race!

Cara and Jaime came in second.