Kris Allen is New American Idol as Adam Lambert Loses:Kris Allen Wins American Idol 2009

Kris Allen's smooth vocals and boy-next-door image propelled him to "American Idol" victory Wednesday, turning the theatrical powerhouse Adam Lambert into the most unlikely of also-rans."I'm sorry, I don't even know what to feel right now. This is crazy," said a stunned Allen, 23, of Conway, Ark.As host Ryan Seacrest said in announcing the result of the viewer vote, "The underdog, the dark horse, comes back and wins the nation over."

Lambert's commanding vocal range and stage presence — and the judges' adoration of him — at times turned "Idol" into "The Adam Lambert Show," with the other contestants mere guests. But it turned out that "Idol" viewers could embrace a gifted performer like Lambert, one who sported black nail polish and bold self-assurance, only to a point.

Simon Cowell tipped his hat to both contestants Wednesday."To both of you, and I don't normally mean this, I thought you were both brilliant. .... The future's all yours," the judge said.

Before the results were announced, Lambert and Allen had a moment of musical camaraderie: They joined together with Queen on the rock anthem "We Are the Champions.""Adam did win. So did Kris. Nobody lost tonight. These are two champions," said Paul Stanley from KISS backstage.

Kris Allen was named the winner of “American Idol” on Wednesday night, receiving more votes than Adam Lambert, who was perceived (by some) to be the likely champion. Even Mr. Allen was slightly stunned by the news: after the host Ryan Seacrest had told him he had won, he said, “Adam deserves this.” (By contrast, Simon Cowell appeared to lodge a silent protest from his seat, declining to stand and applaud Mr. Allen’s victory with his fellow judges.)

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Who Won American Idol 2009 - The Final Showdown

After we’ve seen the performance of the Top 2 Finalists on the American Idol Finale, can you predict who will win the title American Idol tomorrow May 20, 2009.Will it be American Idol Adam Lambert or American Idol Kris Allen?But before that let’s do a quick recap on what happened on the May 19 American Idol Season 8: The Final Performance Show!

Round 1:
Adam Lambert preformed Mad World. Randy gave him A+ for that performance. Simon Cowell says he always thought Mad World was his best performance but thought Adam Lambert’s coat was a bit too theatrical

Kris Allen performed “Ain’t No Sunshine” on the piano. Randy said, “that was one of your best performances on the stage.” Kara says “you have a way of creating an intimate bond with your audience, where everyone feels like you’re singing to us”. While Simon said, “When your name was announced last week, I wasn’t sure America voted right. But I absolutely take it all back after that performance.”

Simon Cowell says that Kris Allen has won Round 1 tonight.

Round 2:
Adam Lambert performed A Change Is Gonna Come. Kara says the it was the best performance Adam has done. Simon Cowell says Adam Lambert is “100% back in the game.

Kris Allen performed “What’s Goin On” by Marvin Gaye, sitting on a stool playing guitar. Simon says Kris’ performance was like “three friends in their bedroom singing”

Simon Cowell says Adam Lambert won Round 2

Round 3:

Adam Lambert and Kris Allen both performed the Winner’s Coronation Song “No Boundaries“

Randy said on Adam’s performance, “a bit pitchy for me in some spots”. Paula says she’ll “be a fan forever, front line” Simon Cowell says “you have been one of the best, original contestants on the show..I genuinely believe we have found a worldwide star in you”.

While Randy Jackson says the song was a little too high for Kris. Simon Cowell says “I think the first song was your highlight…watching you tonight has been incredible…you have thoroughly deserved to be standing on this stage tonight, congratulations.”

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Danny Gokey Voted Off:It's Adam Lambert Vs. Kris Allen In American Idol Final

Tonight's result show is the unofficial finale for American Idol. With 88 million votes cast yesterday, America sent home Danny Gokey which gave the way for Kris Allen to continue his quest on becoming the next American Idol.

A lot of people were shocked with Gokey's exit but I'm not one of them. I think some of the reasons why they voted off Danny is because of his screaming scene last week. A lot of Idol fans were disappointed when Allison Iraheta was sent home last week thats why most of them supported Kris instead of Gokey. Some of his fans were also turned off after all the bible thumping stories and the publicity of his dead wife.

We all know what will happen next week. It's been predicted that Adam Lambert will win the competition after the Micheal Jackson theme night. So we are all going to expect a screaming final song from him next Wednesday. It's all written in the Idol history book.What is not written is Danny going home and Kris dueling with Adam in the finals.

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Jordin Sparks And Katy Perry Perform on ‘American Idol’

Jordin Sparks is going to be on American Idol tonight, May 13 2009, and will be performing her new single. Jordin Sparks who is getting ready to release her new album is also going on tour this summer with the Jonas Brothers. According to a press release Jordan Sparks will be performing "Battlefield" which is currently available at the iTunes store.

Wearing a black sparkly dress, “American Idol” Season 6 winner Jordin Sparks returned to the show Wednesday night and sang “Battlefield”–her latest single off her sophomore album.The song is co-written and co-produced by OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder, Sam Watters, Louis Biancaniello and Wayne Wilkins.Katy Perry also performed during the results show wearing an Elvis bathing suit. Nice outfit! She sang “Waking Up in Vegas”—the fifth single from her platinum selling debut studio album.

Katy Perry is about to perform on "American Idol," but first Danny Gokey says what we've all been thinking -- "there's been enough commercials, enough suspense -- I just want to get it over."Then Katy comes out in some Vegas showgirl version of Elvis' getups, singing "Waking Up in Vegas." She looks totally ridiculous, like she's a cartoon character or something; also her outfit doesn't fit her that well. Watch Jordin Sparks And Katy Perry ‘American Idol’ video here.


Jordin Sparks “Battlefield” Video



Katy Perry "Waking Up in Vegas” Video

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Kris Allen Sings “All She Wants to Do is Dance” on American Idol 8

Kris Allen chose to sing an 1985 song with which I am very familiar, “All She Wants To Do Is Dance” and it was pretty modernized. He really added a revamped baseline and, while it wasn’t as extraordinary as his performances these past couple weeks, it was still pretty good.

Kara said that she was happy he picked an uptempo number but felt that it sounded more like a music assignment than the youthful performance that he needed to deliver. Paula said that Kris is one of the most likable contestants ever. Simon said it was indulgent, boring and forgettable. He said that it was a stupid song choice. Randy said the arrangement was a little self-indulgent.Watch Kris Allen "All She Wants to Do is Dance” Video here.

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