My favs this week: Lee Dewyze, Michael Lynche, Casey James and Crystal Bowersox. I could have done without the cheesy background vocals on some of the numbers (Casey especially) What say you? Check out the You Tubes and let us know what you think!
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- Lee DeWyze – “You’re Still The One” – Once again, I totally *heart* Lee’s recorded performance. His live performances are pitchy and tentative, but his recorded versions are assured and beautifully sung. – Audio – Video – You Tube
- Michael Lynche – “It Only Hurts When I ‘m Breathing” – Wow. This is a very pretty and heartfelt rendition of this song. I totally get why Michael made Shania so verklempt when he sang it to her. – Audio – Video – You Tube
- Casey James – “Don’t” – The country side of Casey is out in full force here, and I like it a lot. Great vocal from Casey! – Audio – Video – You Tube
- Crystal Bowersox – “No One Needs to Know” – Whimsical, fun and -a truly poor pick for a live performance. There was no way this tune was going to create a “moment” for Crystal on the Idol stage. But taken on it’s own merits, the song is sweet. Another great vocal from Crystal. – Audio – Video – You Tube
- Aaron Kelly – “You’ve Got a Way” – Aaron’s vocals record beautifully, But this ballad boy deal Aaron indulges in nearly every week leaves me cold. So, he’s singing this for his mom? Zzz. – Audio – – Video – You Tube
- Siobhan Magnus – “Any Man of Mine” – Solid vocal from Siobhan, but her rendition could have used more sass. And, once again, the appearance of “the scream” seems entirely random and inorganic. – Audio – Video – You Tube
