American Idol Top 24 Finally!

This is where it gets exciting! The Top 24 contestants for Season 9 were finally announced tonight. From here on out I'll be blogging about the show each week with my thoughts on the performances, predictions, and results.

Top 24

• Michael Lynche
• Didi Benami
• Katelyn Epperly
• Casey James
• Aaron Kelly
• Lee Dewzye
• Todrick Hall
• Janell Wheeler
• Tyler Grady
• Lacey Brown
• Ashley Rodriguez
• Alex Lambert
• Jose Munoz
• Crystal Bowersox
• Katie Stevens
• Lilly Scott
• Paige Miles
• Siobahn Magnus
• Michelle Delamor
• Jermaine Sellers
• John Park
• Haeley Vaughn
• Andrew Garcia
• Tim Urban

Rumor on the Web is that Michael Lynche (aka "Big Mike") violated the confidentiality agreement and has been replaced in the Top 24. Based on tonight I'm guessing Thaddeus Johnson will make it after all, since he was one of the final two.

My favorites right now are Didi, Casey, Lee, Crystal, Haeley, and Tim.

I'd also like to point out that there are six Texans in the Top 24. Way to represent!

The Top 12 girls compete next Tuesday live, and then it's up to us to vote! Finally, let's get this show on the road!

You can find more information on the Top 24 here.