We are getting down to the end here, folks. The Amazing Race finale airs Sunday.

AceShowbiz

Jennifer Lopez 'Live' 'American Idol' Performance a Fake Gather.com American Idol judge Jennifer Lopez pulled a fast one on millions of viewers last night when she tried to pass off a pre-recorded performance of her new single "On the Floor" as a "live" TV event. Lopez's performance of "On the Floor" was touted as a ... American Idol Narrowed Down as Lusk LeavesNewsTabulous Jennifer Lopez's Fears Over Idol TearsContactmusic.com American Idol: Jennifer Lopez Performs "On the Floor" With Pitbull and Teases ...Fox News MTV.com -Worcester Telegram -Just Jared all 81 news articles »

BuzzFocus.com

'American Idol' to offer big chance Charleston Post Courier The last time "American Idol" came to Charleston looking for the next singing sensation, Grayson Little couldn't audition. Then just 17, he didn't meet the minimum age requirement, which has since been lowered to 16. ... 'American Idol' Review: And The Final Four Are…BuzzFocus.com American Idol 2012 AuditionsAmerican Idol Net 'American Idol': Season 11 already gearing up with city auditionsExaminer.com Digital Spy -PopCrush all 8 news articles »

PopCrush

Details emerge of 'Durbin Day' as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk show set San Jose Mercury News May 14 has already been officially dubbed "Durbin Day," in honor of Santa Cruz's James Durbin, currently one of four finalists competing to win the title of "American Idol" on the top-rated Fox show of the same name. If Durbin clears one more hurdle ... 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds: America Is 'In It To Win It'MTV.com Sheryl Crow Predicts James Durbin and Lauren Alaina to be 'American Idol ...OK! Magazine "American Idol": Reinhart's sun rises, Lusk's setsCBS News Washington Post (blog) -Entertainment Weekly -Palm Beach Post all 110 news articles »

CTV.ca

'American Idol' Reject Jacob Lusk Hurt by Jimmy Iovine's Critiques AceShowbiz Jacob Lusk isn't hiding the fact that he is left bitter by the negatives thrown at him while he was on "American Idol". The 23 year-old gospel singer got the boot from the singing competition on Thursday night, May 5, and the morning afterward, ... Jacob Lusk Says 'American Idol' Criticism From Jimmy Iovine 'Hurts'MTV.com American Idol's Jacob Lusk Not Surprised by His EliminationE! Online (blog) Jacob Lusk: 'American Idol' voters ousted me because I wasn't amazingReality TV World Dallas Morning News -BuddyTV -TV Guide all 702 news articles »

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Jordin Sparks and Kris Allen performed tonight at the Kentucky Derby Mint Jubilee. Tomorrow, Jordin will perform the National Anthem prior to the Kentucky Derby at 4 pm ET. Check out a photo of Jordin performing HERE.

Kris sang “Superstition” in a trio [...]

Jacob Lusk sat in with Rickey Minor and the Tonight Show band tonight–as eliminated Idol contestants have been doing on Friday nights. After a short interview with host Jay Leno, Jacob sang a few of the songs he performed on Idol as Tonight went in and out of commercial.

When Jay asked [...]

Steven Tyler says when he tells someone on Idol that’s the best he’s ever heard them, his 95 year old father will call him and say, “Are you back on crack.” How awesome is that?

Steven sat down with Jay Leno on the Tonight Show Friday to talk about the old [...]

If there was any doubt whether the new show "The Voice" on U.S. network NBC and "American Idol" would be at each other's proverbial throats, "Voice" coach Adam Levine made sure of it on this week's episode.

TribLocal

Village preps for possible American Idol hometown visit TribLocal For the second year in a row, the northwest suburbs have a singer in the running for the “American Idol” crown. Wheeling's own Haley Reinhart is following along in Season 9 winner and Mount ... TAKE TWO: An alternative look at the day in sportsColumbia Daily Tribune 'American Idol' Fashion Recap: Lauren Alaina and Haley Reinhart Rock ChicStyleList Surprise! Singer in 'Idol's' bottom 2 is a shockermsnbc.com all 9 news articles »

Fox News

Garner preps for possible 'Idol' visit WRAL.com Garner, NC — The Town of Garner is preparing for a possible hometown visit from "American Idol" finalist Scotty McCreery. "Our town is excited. It's the buzz everywhere you go," said Beth Hunnicutt, who directs music at the Garner First Baptist Church ... Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina Are Not Dating, Family Friend SaysTaste of Country Garner spruces up and plans for Scotty's returnNews & Observer American Idol: Why Scotty McCreery Is Always on Your MindPeople Magazine New York Times (blog) -Fox News -OCRegister all 45 news articles »

Hollywood Reporter

American Idol Narrowed Down as Lusk Leaves NewsTabulous Hollywood, California, USA (NEWSTABULOUS) – Tonight on American Idol's Top 5 Results Show, Jennifer Lopez danced and sang her way through a fabulous presentation of “On The Floor.” “I'm Into You” was so well produced and Jenn was just great; ... American Idol: Jennifer Lopez Performs "On the Floor" With Pitbull and Teases ...Fox News Jennifer Lopez, 'American Idol' a good fitWorcester Telegram Jennifer Lopez Gets 'On The Floor' On 'American Idol'MTV.com Just Jared -Gawker -Access Hollywood all 75 news articles »

Hollywood Reporter

'American Idol' V. 'The Voice': Randy Jackson Calls The New Show 'Gimmicky!' Hollywood Life The 'American Idol' judge responds to a negative comment made by Adam Levine on this week's episode of 'The Voice' Randy Jackson feels that all singing competition shows owe American Idol for their successful formula. In fact, he felt the need to ... Lady Gaga to mentor 'Idol' finalistsmsnbc.com 'American Idol's' Randy Jackson: 'The Voice' is 'gimmicky'Zap2it.com (blog) Randy Jackson disses 'The Voice'Gather.com all 29 news articles »

Monsters and Critics.com

Details emerge of May 14 'Durbin Day': Santa Cruz Boardwalk show for American ... San Jose Mercury News May 14 has already been officially dubbed "Durbin Day," in honor of Santa Cruz's James Durbin, currently one of four finalists still competing to win the title of "American Idol" on the top-rated Fox show of the same name. If Durbin clears one more ... 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds: America Is 'In It To Win It'MTV.com Sheryl Crow Predicts James Durbin and Lauren Alaina to be 'American Idol ...OK! Magazine 'American Idol' recap: In It to Spin ItEntertainment Weekly OCRegister -KIONrightnow.com -SantaCruz.com all 97 news articles »

ABC News

Confirmed, Lady GaGa to Mentor Four Finalists of 'American Idol' AceShowbiz Lady GaGa will share her musical knowledge with "American Idol" finalists. The "Judas" singer is set to mentor the remaining contestants in the top 4 week, FOX has confirmed to Entertainment Weekly. The news was first revealed by host Ryan Seacrest who ... Jacob Lusk Says 'American Idol' Criticism From Jimmy Iovine 'Hurts'MTV.com 'American Idol' Final Five: The studio recordingsUSA Today American Idol's Jacob Lusk Not Surprised by His EliminationE! Online (blog) Reality TV World -Dallas Morning News -BuddyTV all 897 news articles »

Matthew Morrison’s New Album called “Matthew Morrison Summer Rain Still Got Tonight Let Your Soul Be Your Pilot (Feat. Sting) My Name Hey Somewhere Over The Rainbow (Feat. Gwyneth Paltrow) Don’t Stop Dancing It Don’t Matter To The Sun Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters / Rocket Man (Feat. Elton John) It’s Over

Season 10 Idols Booked for Today Show Summer Concert Series

The American Idol Season 10 winner and runner up will sing at the Today Show summer concert series on Thursday June 2. (Via the Today Show).

@AmericanIdol tweets, “Each week we have a theme on stage & off stage amongst the

"Closer to the Edge" by 30 Seconds to Mars This is another awful performance from James.

In this April 6, 2008 file photo, Randy Jackson, left, Paula Abdul, center, and Simon Cowell are seen on stage at the "Idol Gives Back" fundraising special of "American Idol" in Los Angeles.Taping for the new Fox singing contest "X Factor" is scheduled to start Sunday.

Additionally, Lady Gaga will mentor the four remaining contestants on the top-rated show as they battle for a place in the finals.

USA Today

Jordin Sparks, bikini 'Woman,' drops new single AZ Central.com 6, 2011 02:17 PM Glendale's "American Idol," Jordin Sparks, turned 21 last December. And like any 21-year-old, she'd rather people didn't think of her as who she was at 17. What makes it trickier for Sparks than most young women, though, ... Jordin Sparks Debuts New Anthem 'I Am Woman' and Dishes on Her New Body ...AOL Music (blog) Jordin Sparks releasing new single, 'I Am Woman'USA Today Jordin Sparks' Brand New Single 'I Am Woman' ReleasedAceShowbiz Wakey Wakey News all 24 news articles »

Monsters and Critics.com

Sheryl Crow Predicts James Durbin and Lauren Alaina to be 'American Idol ... OK! Magazine Sheryl Crow got to know the Top 5 American Idol contestants pretty well, serving as mentor to the gang on this week's performance show. Her role as mentor also put Sheryl in a pretty good position to predict who is headed to Idol victory. ... 30 Seconds To Mars 'Very Grateful' James Durbin Covered Them On 'Idol'MTV.com Remembering James Durbin Before IdolKIONrightnow.com 'American Idol' recap: In It to Spin ItEntertainment Weekly SantaCruz.com -Daily Mail -San Jose Mercury News all 66 news articles »

Fox News

Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina Are Not Dating, Family Friend Says Taste of Country It's sort of been the elephant in the room, one that 'American Idol' host Ryan Seacrest has been more than happy to provoke. But according to a close friend and teacher of Scotty McCreery's, the 17-year-old with the deep voice is not dating his ... Garner preps for possible 'Idol' visitWRAL.com Garner spruces up and plans for Scotty's returnNews & Observer American Idol: Why Scotty McCreery Is Always on Your MindPeople Magazine New York Times (blog) -Fox News -Southern Pines Pilot all 45 news articles »

AceShowbiz

See Jennifer Lopez's Ethnic Dance (Video) Hollywood Reporter The 'American Idol' judge also frolics on the beach and sports a super short mini in her new music video 'I'm Into You.' One day after performing her hit "On the Floor" on American Idol, Jennifer Lopez released a new video on VEVO Friday for the second ... American Idol: Jennifer Lopez Performs "On the Floor" With Pitbull and Teases ...Fox News Jennifer Lopez, 'American Idol' a good fitWorcester Telegram Jennifer Lopez Gets 'On The Floor' On 'American Idol'MTV.com Access Hollywood -Just Jared all 59 news articles »

CBS News

Donald Trump is no American Idol CBS News But if Trump were truly concerned about being hired by the American people to run America, he would be better served by taking his cues from a more democratic reality show, "American Idol." Unlike "Celebrity Apprentice," as well as shows like "Top ... and more »

Reuters

Steven Tyler to debut first US solo single on "Idol" Reuters LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - "American Idol" judge and Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler will premiere the video of his first US solo single on the television talent show next week, broadcaster Fox said. Additionally, Lady Gaga will mentor the four remaining ... Aerosmith To Play On <I>American Idol</I> FinaleRTT News 'American Idol' 2011: Steven Tyler video to debut; Lady Gaga to mentorExaminer.com Aerosmith to play American Idol finalMusicrooms.net Calgary Herald -Contactmusic.com -Blabbermouth.net all 56 news articles »

Hollywood Reporter

Randy Jackson says "The Voice" is "Gimmicky" Reuters LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - If there was any doubt whether the new show "The Voice" on US network NBC and "American Idol" would be at each other's proverbial throats, "Voice" coach Adam Levine made sure of it on this week's ... 'American Idol's' Randy Jackson: 'The Voice' is 'gimmicky'Zap2it.com (blog) all 8 news articles »

ABC News

'American Idol' Final Five: The studio recordings USA Today James Durbin: For about a verse and a half in Closer to the Edge, his Thirty Seconds to Mars cover, I completely forgot that I was listening to an American Idol version of the song. That's maybe the biggest compliment I could give one of these ... Jacob Lusk -- Jimmy Iovine Got Me Booted!!!TMZ.com Jacob Lusk Says 'American Idol' Criticism From Jimmy Iovine 'Hurts'MTV.com People: Jacob Lusk booted off 'American Idol'Dallas Morning News TV Guide -E! Online (blog) -Reality TV World all 903 news articles »

Actually, Jacob, we weren’t very surprised by your elimination either. American Idol fans weren’t the only ones who weren’t surprised by Thursday night’s elimination. Jacob Lusk, the show’s most recent star to leave the spotlight, says he expected it, but it’s not for lack of talent. So what does Jacob think could have kept him [...]

Look what TMZ just posted:

“American Idol” reject Jacob Lusk is telling friends he’s not to blame for the TERRIBLE song choices that led to his elimination this week … insisting he got BAD advice from Jimmy Iovine.

TMZ spoke with a source extremely close to Lusk … who [...]

Have you been wondering what some of the folks connected to American Idol think of the voice? Randy Jackson offers his opinion to The Hollywood Reporter. He calls it “Gimmicky”:

“It’s a great thing when talent can be simple, honest and revered as opposed to spinning around with gimmicky chairs,” Jackson [...]

On next week's episode of Private Practice, entitled "God Bless the Child," a second trip to the ER sparks concern for Betsey (Dell's daughter). Worried about well-being, the doctors launch an investigation into her new foster family.

In doing so, of course, they risk sending the poor thing back into the system.

Meanwhile, with Audra McDonald poised to exit stage left, Naomi makes a major, life changing decision, and a struggling Amelia slips further away from sobriety.

Check out our Private Practice review from earlier, then watch the promo here:

God Bless the Child Promo

The Vampire Diaries may get more attention, but the CW's other Thursday hit, Nikita, has been delivering one strong episode after another as well this spring.

Next week, in the first season finale, Percy makes his final move, Alex goes rogue, and Michael gets trapped inside Division, leaving him unable to help Nikita.

Follow these links for our recent exclusive interviews with Xander Berkeley (Percy) and Lyndsy Fonseca (Alex), as well as our review of last night's episode.

Then watch this promo for the season finale, "Pandora" ...

Pandora Promo

Bones is back, baby.

After a few lackluster episodes, last night's "The Sign in the Silence" reminded us why we love the Jeffersonian team and their quirky, funny, thought-provoking ways.

Next week, in the third installment of the sniper arc, Jacob Broadsky (Arnold Vosloo) returns and takes out another innocent victim with a bullet that was meant for Booth, who becomes more determined to catch Broadsky once and for all.

The first two episodes featuring Broadsky were both very solid, so here's hoping the trend continues as we head into May 19's game-changing season finale.

Here's Fox's promo for "The Hole in the Heart" ...

The Hole in the Heart Promo

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Season ten of "American Idol" is down to the wire, and that means that each upcoming elimination is going to carry emotional impact.

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The Farr Side: Jennifer Lopez's album should get listeners 'on the floor' Sturgis Journal 1 show, “American Idol.” People magazine declared her “World's Most Beautiful Woman.” And her music career has her back on the floor. Lopez's latest album, “Love?,” featuring her mega-top five hit “On The Floor,” is available now. ... An 'Idol' Judge Heeds Her TipsNew York Times Jennifer Lopez's 'Love?': What's the verdict?CNN (blog) Jennifer Lopez Talks Naked Abs & More Babies!E! Online (blog) PopCrush -Robot Celeb -Fox News all 442 news articles »

Morning Express American Idol Recap: Cinco de Idol CNN (blog) She has been obsessed with this season of Idol, and takes notes to share with the Morning Express writers and producers. The opinions below are AJ's alone and do not necessarily reflect those of the staff of "Morning Express with Robin Meade" or HLN. ... and more »

USA Today

Jordin Sparks releasing new single, 'I Am Woman' USA Today Jordin Sparks' new single, I Am Woman, will go on sale digitally this coming Tuesday, and the American Idol Season 6 champ will perform the dance anthem on Thursday's Idol results show. "It's not like I'm trying to be like ... Jordin Sparks Debuts New Anthem 'I Am Woman' and Dishes on Her New Body ...AOL Music (blog) Jordin Sparks, Steven Tyler video for 'Idol'Digital Spy Jordin Sparks' Brand New Single 'I Am Woman' ReleasedAceShowbiz Wakey Wakey News all 23 news articles »

That Grape Juice

Jennifer Lopez, 'American Idol' a good fit Worcester Telegram Steven Tyler may operate on a bizarre frequency, and Jimmy Iovine may be the ruthless engine behind the scenes, but no one has kept “American Idol” afloat this year more than Jennifer Lopez. ... Jennifer Lopez Gets 'On The Floor' On 'American Idol'MTV.com Watch Jennifer Lopez Perform 'On the Floor' on 'American Idol'Hollywood Reporter Watch Jennifer Lopez Almost Kinda Sing on “American Idol”Popdust Foxes on Idol -TV Squad -Just Jared all 54 news articles »

Zacquisha

"American Idol" recap: Gaga for Haley Creative Loafing Atlanta This week each contestant sang two songs, one contemporary and one classic. Sheryl Crow was on hand to coach the top 5 along with an Interscope Records guy. With Casey gone, my heart's not in it, but I'll press on. This is another awful performance ... 'American Idol' Recap: Who's in It to Win It?RollingStone.com What's the judges' beef with 'Idol' contestant Haley?Entertainment Weekly American Idol: The Top 5 PerformTechnorati Examiner.com -ABS CBN News -Woman's Day (blog) all 23 news articles »

BuddyTV

Thursday Ratings for May 5: 'Bones' Renewal Draws Viewers, 'Idol' Rules BuddyTV Both American Idol and Bones saw sizable increases in viewers over last week. CBS fared well with The Big Bang Theory and The Mentalist. Speaking of renewals, Ryan Seacrest revealed on last night's Idol that the reality singing competition would be ... TV Ratings: Thursday audiences pick 'American Idol,' 'Bones'HitFix Fox rocks on ThursdayVariety The Programming Insider: Idol Tunes Out RivalsAdweek The Beverly Hills Courier -TheWrap -TVLatest.com all 15 news articles »

Monsters and Critics.com

'American Idol' In 60 Seconds: America Is 'In It To Win It' MTV.com This week, the top five on "American Idol" were ... [Clip: Randy Jackson shouts, "IN IT TO WIN IT!"] Actually, no, I was going to say "working a double shift," considering they had to sing one recent hit and a song from the ... Sheryl Crow Predicts James Durbin and Lauren Alaina to be 'American Idol ...OK! Magazine American Idol: Season 10: Down to the Final FourExaminer.com Find out who left 'American Idol' on ThursdayOCRegister KIONrightnow.com -Reality TV Calendar -Entertainment Weekly all 78 news articles »

CTV.ca

Lady Gaga Lands Gig As Next 'American Idol' Mentor OK! Magazine Hot off the release of her new music video “Judas,” Gaga will lend her expertise as mentor to the final four Idol contestants next week! Haley Reinhart delivered a serious dose of Gaga Wednesday as she performed the Grammy-winning artist's unreleased ... American Idol: Jacob Had We LovedGawker American Idol: Jacob Lusk leaves, Lady Antebellum soarsChristian Science Monitor "American Idol" down to four: ranking the fieldThe Seattle Times Entertainment Weekly -Reality TV World -MTV.com all 902 news articles »

Next week the Top 4 theme is the songs of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Leave what you think the idols should sing in a comment and please share this post with your Facebook friends. Next week on American Idol, Lady Gaga will mentor the remaining contestants. But it’s a something old, something new kind [...]

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According to @FOX_Research, American Idol is up 7% vs. last week in adults 18-49 (6.1 vs. 5.7) and up 6% in viewers (20.8m vs. 19.6m)

So, to recap: Last night’s American Idol 1 hour results show scored a 6.1 rating in the 18-49 demo, and brought in 20.8 million viewers.

I’ll update this post [...]