Yesterday I was on a conference call with Adam Lambert and we discussed his album, “For Your Entertainment” and his upcoming Glam Nation Tour which kicks off tomorrow in Pennsylvania.

…continued from American Idol Net.

Q:  Can you tell us more about the show itself?  And also the repertoire, what else are we going to hear besides the songs from the album?

AL:  There is a surprise cover in there, one or two.  But I’m kind of leaving them as wonderful surprises (as a way to place) the show.  And then the show itself was actually – it’s being visually inspired by kind of like a blend of turn of the century New Orleans meets like psychedelic classic rock. 

Q:  I wanted to ask you a little bit more about coming out after Idol.  Did you see that as sort of a necessary step to make the transition to being the Idol contestant to sort of launching the rest of your career?

AL:  Definitely because for me and my career, I wanted it to be an open book.  And for me I was like you know what, I’m just going to be who I’m going to be because it’ll be a hell of a lot easier and I knew that people would know about my sexual preference and my history being in Los Angeles as a performance artist and somebody that had been out and about.  So I figured there was no point in keeping a secret.  I might as well own it.  I’m proud of it and if the audience doesn’t like my sexuality then they can find another artist to look at.  It’s not a big deal.

Q:  What was your experience like recording (the album) and being able to collaborate with so many talented people?

AL:  It was really exciting.  I think that for me one of the things that makes getting signed to a major label really exciting is that you have access to working with some of the best producers in the business.  And as a lover of pop music I have always realized that that’s really the key is that you bring your talent to the table and your ideas to the table and you can work with people that make things just sound incredible.  And so that was probably the highlight for me.

Q:  Is there anything you learned about yourself from the first go round with Idol pre - Idol to now, to all that you have now.  Anything on a personal level that was a revelation to you about you?

AL:  I think that ultimately, I think that trusting my instincts has been kind of the biggest challenge and test since coming off of Idol.  It’s a business this music industry and it’s a lot of amazing, talented, very experienced people working in it.  And they have their opinions and I have mine and coming to compromises and figuring out what the best plan of action is, is definitely something I’m learning a lot about.   

Q:  What is something you hope to effectively communicate to fans and potential fans to attend your show?

AL:  There is definitely a really strong message of love.  I mean as cliche as that sounds, it’s very true.  I think that my fans have been incredibly supportive of me and this show is really built for them.

Night number 2 in Dallas on “America’s Got Talent”..

Taylor Matthews was good…especially for 18! But come on…”Over the Rainbow?” did anyone learn ANYTHING with the bad choices of song on AI?? I see him more on a show like AI…he was good no doubt, just not spectacular for me! I feel so bad for anyone that has stage fright like that though! That is the WORST thing for anyone getting ready for a performance..it’s “The catch” with playing a cool show..cuz NOTHING can help you get over it except getting on stage and after about 30 seconds, it’s over…none the less, stage fright sucks! Even some of today’s biggest stars experience it…we’ll see what he does in the next round..

We seen a little rapper, C.J. Dippa and yeah right Piers! Move over Eminem? And he LOVES the kids attitude? The kid was good, but NOT that good! The problem for me is, he’s doing the stereotypical “Rap” thing..and to me? THAT’S why most rap sucks! The kid admits to being a “player” at age 11..so all I see is wrong after wrong!! Yet the judges encourage him…make him think he’s the S***! That can be a HUGE mistake with young artists, and I realize this is a talent TV show but still! Nothing like making him an arrogant kid huh! Arrogant kids turns into “All about me” adults, it’s how it all starts…Whatever! I would have X-ed him! Sorry…I’m mean like that…lol

I still think there’s way too many people who have no business even being there, but I think that’s the shows point! It highlights their good acts, and I realize that..but it still sucks sometimes watching it, no? Like the turkey baster “musician”? Come on man!! And even though she got the judges attention, mostly Piers when she sat on his knee, I don’t think the burlesque dancer should go through…like Oh boy! A burlesque dancer! For me it would have been BUZZ..NEXT!! LOL

“Arc Attack” was pretty cool…the crowd seemed a little freaked! The genital daredevil guy can go! I mean come on…who wants to see that? I’m like holding myself watching it! That Jenna chic can fill out an app at a strip joint, cuz singing IS not gonna be her thing! Howie had it right with the dolla dolla bills! 1st hand strip club patron! LOL..The karate guy was cool, but cool enough for AGT? Ehh..I guess…even though you know he won’t be a serious contender..For some reason I’m a sucker for the dog acts, so I was glad to see them go through..Ms. Donna was ok I guess..as she’s half blind, I can see why they wanted the front rows cleared! LOL..

Tuesday night’s season premiere of “America’s Got Talent” drew 12.3 million television viewers, making it the highest-rated show in its time slot – higher than the popular Fox musical-drama “Glee,” the season opener of Fox’s “Hell’s Kitchen,” the season premiere of ABC’s “Wipeout” and reruns of the CBS drama “NCIS.”..

BTW, I have to apologize for missing “Hell’s Kitchen”!! I’m on it next week for sure! I thought it was on Thursday nights…my bad!

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For all of you wanting to get past the silly audition routines and check out those ten special dancers who will be dancing for our votes with the allstars, read on for the spoilers thanks to sytycdism.

There is a twist to the top ten and that is Nigel must have made an executive decision and cast 6 boys instead of 5 so we have a top 11.  The names are in no particular order as follows:

Girls:

1. Cristina Santana (salsa)
2. Melinda Sullivan (tap)
3. Alexie Agdeppa (jazz)
4. Lauren Froderman (contemporary)
5. Ashley Galvan (lyrical)

Boys:

1. Jose “Full Deck” Ruiz (breaking)
2. Billy Bell (contemporary)
3. Alex Wong (ballet)
4. Kent Boyd (contemporary)
5. Robert Roldan (contemporary)
6. Ade Chike Torbert (contemporary)

After two episodes of more of the same crappy auditions that I can hardly stomache, although I will admit it hasn’t been as bad this season, I want to see more of those who made it to Las Vegas and much less of those people trying to get their five minutes of fame.  Hopefully the changes this season will give the show the makeover it needs and I’m looking forward to seeing these previous contenders back on the stage.

How do you think things are going so far this season?

America’s biggest talent show returned last night as the 5th season of “America’s got Talent” officially got under way! I was falling asleep watching most of it thinking, “They better have some better acts than this”!!

Going into last night, I stuck to my previous claim that there should be no solo singers! I just didn’t see the need! A band? fine…a duo? Maybe…but a solo singer? Especially after last season with the whole Kevin Skinner thing? NO WAY! It’s a little too “American Idol” for me..That was until the last act..more on that in sec!

Little side note here…can we PLEASE stop getting the shot of Nick Cannon side stage? It’s beyond Corny..and it’s like every single act!

I think something else should be halted on the show! And that’s these 20 member dance teams! I LOVE to watch good dancing…but there’s already a ton of dance shows! You know? It’s like ..go on “SYTYCD”! Go on “America’s best dance crew” or whatever…I mean seriously, can you really see yourself paying to see a show in Vegas with some of these dancer acts? NO WAY!! And I’m the guy who paid 100 bucks for “Blue Man Group” tix!!

This show almost stuns me more than AI!! I just can’t believe the people that come out in droves, thinking they have talent! Most of them wouldn’t know talent if it came up and bite their nose off! Seriously! I was struggling to get through last night’s episode! From the freaks drilling and sticking things in their faces, to the ridiculous singing of “Dust in the Wind”, or the chainsaw chics, or the terrible bartender deal! Come on already!! LOL…

That Hannibal guy could actually sing, but he’s looks like the devil in my version of hell! I mean damn! I’d probably RUN in the other direction if I seen that dude walking down the street! The old man who danced was cute to see, if that’s Uncle Joe at a family wedding or something…but on AGT? Ummm..that would be a big fat NO! There were a couple decent acts..the painter chic was ok..the french street dancer was pretty cool, but for the most part…this 1st episode wasn’t all that! UNTIL Michael from Mississippi came on…and blew me away! Damn!

I had already prepared this next section in my mind..blasting the “singers” because there’s already such a huge outlet for them! That was until Michael Grimm come on and absolutely KILLED it with “You don’t know me”! I mean WOW, is this guy awesome or what? I don’t even like that song or that style of music in general, but I’m telling you…this kid ROCKS! I’m SOO glad I didn’t turn it off before he sang…cuz I almost did!  Here’s the video in case you missed it.

You won’t hear me rant and rave about many singers/acts on these kinda shows very often..So get ready cuz here it comes! 30 year old Michael Grimm STOLE the show, and has set the bar very high! It’s going to take some major talent to get me to change my mind!

As great as it is to see someone like Michael..with talent oozing out of him, to me it’s sad that this guy, and many more like him AREN’T already signed to major label deals! To me it’s sad, that someone of his caliber has to even tryout..to have to perform on the same stage as most of these people who THINK they have talent!

It’s SOO not fair! The music industry should be questioning what’s going on in music?! If I’m the head of a major label? I’m calling this kid today and signing him right now! I just can NOT believe that NO ONE noticed this guy before! You KNOW this isn’t his 1st time playing out! You know he’s probably been playing a long time, yet he goes unnoticed..probably has to work a normal job..it’s ridiculous! The best musicians/singers should be in the music business! Just like the best baseball players should play baseball…I think the music industry is about the quick buck these days instead of making money off true talent..Think I’m wrong? Turn on the radio sometime…music these days is in trouble!

Instead of a band getting signed cuz of who they know at the record label, they should break out the good ole “A&R” department and FIND people like Michael Grimm! Am I only the one who wants the best people playing the best music? Just think of all the good songs, the good music in general, that we’ll never hear because so many will never get a real shot!

His performance was flawless! No band backing him up! His guitar playing was dead on…I’m telling you people..this guy is good! I know they’ll be people who disagree..or think it was just so-so…but IMO? He’s the man to beat!

BTW, did you see when he called his grandma? This isn’t some cocky jackass acting like, “I’m the man!” bragging about how good he is! He called just like a normal guy…not knowing how good he REALLY is!

Talent AND a good guy in general? That’s a powerful combo! Too bad no one’s noticed it..til NOW! Kick some ass Michael Grimm! I got ya my man!!

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It’s time to move on from the American Idol world.  People can’t seem to quit talking about Crystal losing but like I said in my previous article, she would get a record deal and she does.  She and Lee both signed their recording contracts yesterday with 19 entertainment so expect their albums to come out later in the year but if you haven’t gotten enough, you can go to itunes to download both of their singles, Lee’s “Beautiful Day” and Crystal’s “Up to the Mountain”. 

Now it’s time to get geared up for the Summer’s reality shows.  So You Think You Can Dance started last night with their auditions in New York and Miami and we got the same old thing with seeing absolutely horrible dancers who think they were born to be stars and some brilliant dancers that made me think this is going to be the best season to date. 

The Bachelorette’s premier was last Monday and we got to see Ali entertain her 25 suitors with some crazy characters who are sure to turn this season into some more drama filled episodes that we’ve all come to expect from the producers. 

Starting this week we have the return of Hell’s Kitchen and America’s Got Talent and premiering July 8, the summer’s #1 reality show, Big Brother, is back with an all new cast who will backstab, lie and compete for the $500,000 prize and we will break down all the gossip and storylines so get ready because it’s going to be a great summer!

We have a winner and it isn’t Crystal Bowersox.  Lee Dewyze won the night on American Idol and will record “Beautiful Day” as his first single.  I must say I’m happy with the results.  I know there are a lot of Crystal fans out there and you shouldn’t worry, she will record an album as well. 

Tonight was a long one for the finale and it was full of surprises.  Alice Cooper showed up to rock the house with the top 12 and Orianthi jamming on the guitar.  It is about time we got a true rocker on the show.  I mean this guy is a legend.  He was doing heavy metal before there was heavy metal lol.  His international fame spans almost 5 decades and he can still rock it.

I didn’t see the need for the Bee Gees or Hall and Oates.  I mean these guys are way past their prime and while they were awesome in their day, that day is past.  I thought Idol could have gotten some more current entertainers for Simon’s last show.

I liked Crystal with Alanis Morisette even though I see her more as a Melissa Etheridge type singer but Etheridge couldn’t perform due to a contract she signed with DWTS saying she couldn’t sing on this season of idol.  Hmmm is DWTS a little jealous or what?  I don’t see what the big deal is and why it was necessary to have her sign that kind of a contract.  Talk about going to extremes and hating another show lol.

Idol producers thought it would be something for Lee to sing a medley with Chicago since he is from Chicago and I’m sure Lee was thinking WTF after Crystal got Alanis but now he’s stuck with TPTB at least for a year.

Casey James got the best performer of the night.  He came out singing “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” and I was thinking is he about to sing with Poison without Bret or what.  I never thought Bret would be there but by God, he came out jamming and it was awesome.  I love me some Bret!  I had posters all over my room of him when I was a teenager lol.  How much better could it get to have Casey and Bret sing on stage together.  Here is the video of their song.

Even though Lee Dewyze was crowned the winner and Crystal Bowersox is the runner up, mark my words, Casey James will be the one to make it big. 

How did you like the finale tonight?

Dancing with the Stars 10th season came to close with Nicole Scherzinger taking the mirrorball trophy and winning a tight contest over Olympic gold medalist skater Evan Lysacek. Although I thought Nicole was just a half step above Evan and way above everybody else, it really was neck and neck between Nicole and Evan this season!

I thought we were headed for this showdown a few ago! And tonight IMO, the right person won! Nicole worked hard, took the opportunity she was given, and didn’t take anything for granted! She seems very happy to have won! I applaud her and Derek who I mentioned yesterday as being the best professional dancer on the show!

I thought the show was a little long tonight! I thought it could have been an hour and saved everyone a lot of time! I mean did anyone REALLY enjoy the whole Jake and Vienna thing? I do have to admit, I was surprised with Vienna’s dancing! Believe me, I’d love to come on here and shred her…but she was better than I thought! Once it was her and Jake dancing, the floor could have caught fire and I wouldn’t have cared.. just NOT feeling “The Bachelor” love, sorry!

I’m also not…like SOOOO not feeling the Kate Gosselin love..again! I mean what is with this lady? Like, “Blah blah blah…my new show..blah blah blah Kate plus 8″ and then proceeds to go on the dance floor and suck it up WORSE than before! Except this time, she’s got this “I don’t give a damn” attitude…like, “Screw all you people!”..directed at people like me, I’m sure! LOL…Then what was that weird cam shot during “I will Survive”? I mean Kate, you just GOTTA get over yourself! Geez! I felt like this was a “Celebrate Kate” segment gone horribly wrong!

I won’t mention all the filler in the episode…believe me, you didn’t miss all that much if you didn’t see it all! I didn’t mind the Pamela and Niecy dances…at least it looked they actually worked on their dances since they’ve been gone!

I thought Nicole and Derek’s dance to “Proud Mary” put the slam dunk on Nicole’s win! Was that some dancing or what?

Despite claims from the judges and critics alike, I do NOT think this was the best season of DWTS!! No WAY!! Maybe you think I’m wrong, and I’m sure you’ll tell me!

I DO however think the person who entertained the most, put on the best dances and eventually won, was the right choice and a deserving winner! NICOLE!!!

It was a great night for Simon Cowell to give the final critiques of his American Idol career.  You couldn’t have asked for two better singers from this season, unless you want to throw in Casey James, for Simon to have as the Top 2 finalists. 

I thought in honor of the judge we all love to hate I would tell you what he thought of each of the performances tonight.

Lee – ‘The Boxer’ was Lee’s choice and Simon said “That was a kiss on the cheek, when I want a kiss on the lips. It’s got to be a bit more than that.”

Crystal – ‘Me and Bobby McGee’ was her favorite song of the season and Simon said “This brought me back to when we absolutely fell in love with you. You know what, we have a competition tonight, that was excellent.”

Lee’s second song was ‘Everybody Hurts’ and it was chosen by Simon Fuller.  Cowell said “You went a little bit off melody at parts. What I’m getting from you tonight, is your nervous.When you come out for your last performance, I want 10 out of 10.”

Crystal’s pick by the producer was ‘Black Velvet’ and Simon said “I had a little bit of a problem, because I’m almost allergic to that song. But I’ve got to tell you, you took that song and you absolutely nailed it. I’m very impressed, I mean, really good.”

The last choice is the song the contestants will release as their first single if they win the competition.

Lee sang ‘Beautiful Day’ and Simon said, “this is what this competition was designed for, someone like you who needs a break…I genuinely wish the best for you. You’re a great guy.”

Crystal’s final song was ‘Up To The Mountain’ and Simon said as his last and final critique, “I thought that was by far the performance and the song of the night. And since this is going to be the final critique I’m ever going to give, that was outstanding.”

A good night for Cowell and a great night for the finalists.  Be sure to watch tomorrow night as the winner is crowned and we bid Simon farewell.

The first thing I noticed about Ali Fedotowsky, this season’s Bachelorette, was she had her hair down and was NOT wearing yellow.  Hmmmm perhaps her stylist said enough’s enough lol.   

Tonight we got our first look at the bachelors seeking Ali’s heart and they were all about making themselves stand out.  Seriously some of these guys made me wonder if they had ever even been on a date. 

First we have Frank and Ali seem to like him but I didn’t much get the whole I moved back in with my parents so I can write screenplays thing.  How is he going to support her if she does choose him in the end?  Is she going to live with his parents as well or is it going to be Ali bringing home the bacon so he can go after his dreams? He popped out of the top of the limo so I’m sure that stood out in Ali’s mind because she just seems like that type who wants people to go to certain lengths to grab her attention.  He does get a rose so we will be seeing more of this one.

Another guy Jason gets out on the wrong side of the limo and jumps on top of it and does a backflip.  I thought that was pretty cool but Ali must have thought it was a little much because he doesn’t get a rose.

After the guys are all in the house I realize we have 3 Chris’s, 2 John’s and a Jonathan, 2 Tyler’s and a Ty, and 2 Craig’s.  Geez can we get some people with the same name on the show?  Do they think it’s easier for the viewing audience to remember?  Confusion all around at least for me.

Everyone’s in the house drinking their favorite alchoholic beverage and fighting for some alone time with Ali.  Here comes all the cheesy gifts and songs and you all know how it is.  Kirk made her a scrapbook of himself with his family and the things he likes to do.  He said he spent 8 hours on it but it looked more like 8 minutes.  Does it really take that long to cut and spread on some glue?  Not impessed with this one.

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It was the 1st of a 2 part finale on DWTS Monday night. The 3 finalists, Nicole and Derek, Erin and Maksim and Evan and Anna all performed 2 dances. A redemption dance(a dance the judges felt they should have done better at the 1st time around) and the freestyle dance.

1st up was Erin and Maks, and although her improvements were huge, I don’t think it was THAT good, was it? I always like to hear from the ladies on this show cuz I look at it from a guy’s point of view and sometimes girls tell me I’m so wrong! So maybe I just don’t get it with Erin…maybe I’m way off, but to me? She just looks like she feels uncomfortable being sexy! It just seems whenever she tries to be sexy, it comes off like she TRYING to be, instead of just being! Good dance but 29? It was kinda funny there at the end when they both kissed Len, but what kinda thoughts is Len having, wondering what it feels like to be kissed by a guy with a beard! Like what? Sorry Lenny! Can’t relate on that one!

Next was Evan and Anna. I already started shaking my head when I seen they were doing the Viennese Waltz! I HATE that dance and most waltz dances! Its just so boring, geez! I don’t get the grace and the romance of it all, probably because I KNOW they’re not a real couple! LOL..Again, I realize this is probably a guy thing! My mom BLASTED me for not getting the romantic thing! LOL…Well mom? I tried buying into it tonight..and Nope! Just not feeling it! As far as the dance goes, it was fine just not anything I was impressed with! They got a 28.

Dancing 3rd was Nicole and Derek, who I’m finding myself rooting for harder and harder the more I feel this backlash against her! I won’t waste another blog explaining why other than to say again, it’s not her fault if they don’t have better competition! The girl can dance her ass off! Fair or not, that IS the deal! I think this Rumba was the dance of the night..even better than their freestyle dance! Nicole KNOWS how to be sexy! Plus those moves were pretty sweet! I think it deserved a 30! They got 28..

Erin and Maks returned to do their freestyle and I gotta tell you, I’m watching going, “WTF is this, a dance or a bedroom aerobic session? All that was missing was for them to break out into a pillow fight!” Yes it was taking a big chance, but no it did NOT deliver! If it weren’t for that cool move towards the end, I think they would have even got lower than 26, which ended up giving them a final of 55 for the night. My opinion has changed, and I’m not so sure Nicole is going to win now, Erin could be your DWTS champ!

I think the best part of this freestyle with Evan and Anna, was the drama in rehearsal when Even basically told Anna their freestyle sucks, and ends up walking out for a few, leaving Anna in tears! Eventually, they got it back on track but were on the wrong train! I’m not a big fan of the whole “Footloose” thing! I didn’t like the 80’s version and I won’t like the new remake coming out! It wasn’t terrible dancing like the judges made it seem..just a little corny for me and the judges gave them a 24, making their total 52.

I thought for SURE Nicole would smack this one out of the park! I think is the shows best professional is Derek, and I really thought this would be THE dance! It was an amazing dance, but the mess-up at the end assured they wouldn’t be getting 10’s! Had they nailed that, I think they would have got 30 for sure! I was glad to see them take those stupid looking suits off, cuz for a few I didn’t think they would! I think Nicole’s fear of doing what people would consider a “typical hip-hop” dance, is going to cost her this competition! She should have done what she knows best and got the “for sure” 10’s by doing a modern, kick ass, hip-hop dance! Still an incredible dance! Don’t get me wrong, but I was disappointed! They got 27 and a total of 55 for the night.

Erin and Maksim are tied with Nicole and Derek with 55, followed by Evan and Anna with 52. Evan’s going to REALLY need the voter support to pull this out! I think it comes down to Erin and Nicole now for sure! I think Nicole and Derek kill it out there tomorrow, but it won’t be enough to overcome the popular ESPN sweetheart Erin Andrews and her partner Maksim Chermkovksiy and Erin will win DWTS tomorrow night!

I’ll be pulling for the best dancers by far IMO and that’s Nicole and Derek!