David Archuleta and David Cook get a private session with Mike Myers’ Guru Pitka from The Love Guru in this May 21, 2008 American Idol 7 video clip. Mariska Hargitay!

David Archuleta performs “Apologize” with One Republic in this 2008 American Idol 7 finale video clip.

David Cook was crowned the winner of the 2008 American Idol 7 season finale on May 21 — did you call it correctly? (We did – check out our David Cook prediction)

As Randy Jackson said, they’re both winners! After the jump, video of 2008 American Idol winner David Cook’s reaction! Read the rest of this entry »

Check out David Archuleta and David Cook’s duet from the May 21, 2008 American Idol 7 finale show — singing “Hero” by Nickelback.

Did you watch American Idol last night? After last night’s performances by David Cook and David Archuleta, who won the 2008 American Idol? Well, if you’re following the judges lead, then David Archuleta wins American Idol. Read the rest of this entry »

David Archuleta sings “Imagine” by John Lennon in this May 20 American Idol finals video clip.

Randy said he’s so good tonight and exactly what the show is about, called him the best thing about season 7; Paula said it was the culmination and he’s left her speechless, said he was stunning; Simon said David Archuleta gave knockout performances.

David Archuleta sings “In This Moment,” the songwriter’s choice, in this May 20 American Idol finals video clip.

Randy said he wasn’t crazy about the song, but said he’s in the zone; Paula said he’s pure magic; Simon said he chose the better song. Simon gave round two to David Archuleta.

David Archuleta sings “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” by Elton John in this May 20 American Idol finals video clip.

Randy said it was one of the best performances of the whole season, crazy vocals; Paula got chills and said it was a stunning performance; Simon said it was the best he’s done so far. Simon gives round one to David Archuleta.