IDOL:
David Archuleta was the most consistent over the course of three songs. Never sensational (though I did love his first song a lot), but solid on all three.
David Cook's first song was fantastic. It really built well and ended with a very effective climactic series of high notes which he placed perfectly. I thought he had blown his voice out, however, as he seemed a little raspy and tired on the second song, not quite reaching the high notes near the end. The third song was a bit rough but also ended effectively and with it being a more dramatic song than David Archuleta, I could see why Simon award him the best of the night.
Syesha had some flash to her act, but her old nemesis - pitch - dogged her all night, particularly on the first song.
If there is any justice, it will be the two Davids in the finals though I think the champion was unofficially crowned tonight. David Cook is just a much more effective stage performer.
