Brooke White sings “I’m a Believer” by Neil Diamond in this April 29 American Idol video clip.

Randy said she was better than last week; Paula had no time to comment; Simon said it was a nightmare.

Tonight’s April 29th edition of American Idol will feature each of the remaining five contestants singing two Neil Diamond songs. Here is the April 29 American Idol Neil Diamond song list, courtesy of TMZ.com spies:

• Brooke White: “I Am … I Said” and “I’m a Believer”
• Jason Castro: “Forever in Blue Jeans” and “September Morn”
• David Archuleta: “Sweet Caroline” and “America”
• Syesha Mercado: “Thank the Lord for the Night Time” and “Hello Again”
• David Cook: “I’m Alive” and “All I Really Need Is You”

What do you think about Neil Diamond week on American Idol? Can’t say I’m excited.

Brooke White sings Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “You Must Love Me” from the movie Evita in this April 22 American Idol video clip. Yikes! She blows the lyrics and starts over. She really did an amazing job, I hope the do-over doesn’t cost her votes.

Randy said it wasn’t great for him, but glad she listened to Andrew Lloyd Webber; Paula said you must never start and stop but liked how she sang it; Simon thought that the stop and start rattled her.

It’s Andrew Lloyd Webber night on tonight’s (April 22) American Idol! But which Andrew Lloyd Webber songs will the remaining finalists tackle?

Check out the Andrew Lloyd Webber American Idol song list after the jump, courtesy of TMZ.com. Read the rest of this entry »

Brooke White talks about how she missed her sister’s wedding because of American Idol. Brooke White sings “Hero” by Mariah Carey in this April 15 American Idol video clip.

Randy thought it was pretty good; Paula said she’s so authentic and it’s a beautiful thing, thought she sounded really good; Simon thought something was missing and her voice wasn’t strong enough for the song.

Brooke White sings “You’ve Got a Friend” by James Taylor (written by Carole King) in this April 8 American Idol video clip. Brooke White explains how the lyrics of “You’ve Got a Friend” give that feel good vibe.

Randy didn’t think it was her best performance; Paula said she’s definitive and loves her; Simon said it was like a pleasant walk in the park.

So here we are – the top 8 American Idol finalists left standing. But who will win it all? Not so fast, David Archuleta – you’re a crowd favorite, but there are a few contestants who are gaining momentum with solid performances every week (David Cook, Michael Johns – I’m lookin’ at you guys). Read the rest of this entry »

Brooke White is as pure as her last name – heck, she never even has seen an R-rated movie (or so she told the American Idol judges during her audition). Brooke White’s pre-Idol job was as nanny to adorable twins. Read the rest of this entry »