American Idol Top Ten

I only watch American Idol this early in the game if the singing is phenomenal and I'm not running out of the room to avoid hearing William Hung amuse the rest of america by murdering a song. This year the vocal talent is over the moon good and it makes me wonder where everyone was four years ago when the talent was marginal at this point. Many were tweens seeing this year the 15 year olds seem to dominate.
Tonight they choose the top ten and it'll be hard to see some of the vocalists go. Out of twenty four, I'd say twenty could stay or go straight to recording contracts now. But, it's a contest to pick one singer and it's time to narrow it down:
Here's my pick for that one coveted spot - #12 Pia Toscano who sang at the end last night. Not only did she bring the house down with her rendition of a Chrissie Hind song but she actually has the look of a polished American Idol star, right down to the perfectly dazzling teeth. She's not one of the 15 year olds and although they are frighteningly talented i happen to think that 15 is way too young to take on all that comes with winning this competition. You might as well send that kid off to rehab and skip the years of concerts, albums, photo shoots, parties etc. Just because Justin Bieber can do it doesn't mean anyone else can.
So many of the 24 did a fabulous job in the last two days but what will make or break them in the competition is song choice and likeability. Here's my advice to anyone who remains after tonight - don't do mariah carey, broadway or anything that makes you breathe faster than you're used to. Don't dance around or go behind the judges' desks. Just honestly look at the audience and sell the song. Stand behind a microphone if that helps you sing better. Dress like a star, let those costume people at Fox do their job. Don't argue with the judges, take their very good advice and use it if you get to come back for another song. Remember, America is voting and everyone cannot tell a good singer from bad. Some of you are bloody lucky to have made it this far so don't mourn loosing tonight - celebrate this opportunity and use your fame wisely.
My top ten: James Durbin, Clint Jun Gamboa, Casey Abrams, Jacob Lusk, Robbie Rosen, Pia Toscano, Lauren Alaina, Lauren Turner, Kendra Chantelle, Haley Rhinehart. 
Bring it on...