A crock? Some might say.
But votes, down under the norm
Michael Johns, Dream On.

1. Great talent, but what do you do with him if you're a record producer? He'll sell records, but not to the kiddie/teen marked that's so lucrative. He's a substance guy, which is the reason why he never fit with the "Up With People" style of choral songs they do every week with all the contestants.

2. David Archuleta & Brooke White: Not only is Archuleta the teen heartthrob kid, but he and Brooke are Mormons, and have that Osmond squeeky clean image, and obviously the Mormon vote. They're well insulated.

3. Kristy Lee Cook: Got the country twang, so she'll pull from the country market, plus, she's every 40 year old pervert's dream.

4. Jason Castro: Same deal- teen heartthrob + latter-day hippie chic.

5. Syesha: Great singer, but very forgettable in a crowded market for her style. Singers of her type are a dime a dozen these days.

6. Carly Smithson: Great talent, great on American Idol, but who's going to buy her shrill records? Very much older for her age (hard to believe she's only 25.) She's got too much of that Laura Branigan vibe, and probably won't sell in today's market, beyone one or two albums.

Let's face it, these artists are eye candy, first and formost. Yes they're talented, but that will always take a backseat to looks and flash.

My 2¢ worth.

Goodluck to the remaining 7 contestants...Vote wisely people!

Now, I wasn't a huge fan of Johns. I didn't dislike him, and his Dolly song was one of the best performances this year hands down. But other than that, he kept doing songs he simply had no business doing. I found it hard too, because he was doing my style of music. I wanted to like it each week, but it always left me feeling like I just heard some dude doing karoke. Which is why I agreed with Simon when he said Micheal had to quit trying to impersonate Rock lead singers.

Anyway, I thought it was time for Syesha. Like Roger said above, her type of singer is very common, and she isn't even on par with them.

KLC is still around to my surprise. But also to my surprise she gets better every week. I'm sure her time is running out though.

So my top 7.

1. David A. - not my type of music, but I love the kid, and I think the smart money is on him.

2. David C. - definitely my type of music, and he does it very well. I'm just not convinced a Rocker will ever win this show.
3. Brooke W. - yeah I'm surprised to have her here too. I used to think Carly at this spot, but she has just gotten worse every week. Brooke is squeaky clean, and I would definitely buy an album from her. Plus I think she is consistent and solid, which has to count for something.

4. Jason C. - I like the guy alot, but he sounds about the same everytime out. He's a Jack Johnson clone in my opinion, which isn't bad at all. But if he doesn't have a string instrument in his hand he's a terrible performer.

5. Carly S. - I don't think she is the 5th best singer by any means, but I think her days are numbered. She sometimes chooses songs that simply don't fit her (Queen?) and I think just doesn't come across very good some weeks.

6. KLC - At least she has gotten better since her early lucky to survive weeks. I don't know how much longer she can keep it up, but its been pleasant seeing her improve. If Kellie Pickler can get a career in country from the show, then KLC should be able to as well.

7. Syesha - She's nice and all, but still very forgettable for me. I think she's been lucky to survive the last two weeks.