‘American Idol’ top 7 spoilers: Casey James, Carrie Underwood to perform during rock week
Finally, Casey James is getting what he deserves a full three years after he first appeared on “American Idol”: an opportunity to perform during the next live results show. The season 9 star has fared well in the country / rock circuit, and he’s also been rather smart in how he methodically releases his music rather than rushing anything. (Plus, “Crying on a Suitcase” is one of our favorite post-“Idol” songs ever by an alum.)
On the show next week, Casey is going to perform his new single “The Good Life,” and this should serve as the best launching pad he’s really had for any of his new singles to date. Meanwhile, Carrie Underwood is also going to be present in order to perform her new single from the “Blown Away” album, which is entitled “See You Again.” Carrie, unlike Casey, has appeared on the show countless times since her original stop.
As for the theme for next week, it is one that we’re sure many critics appreciate (we sure do): a classic rock theme, but one that requires there to be no ballads. After so many boring performances that suck the life out of the show, Nigel Lythgoe and company are finally forcing all of the contestants to go uptempo to show what else they have to offer. Plus, he’s probably seeing the ratings plummet and no that something is wrong.
With Devin Velez’s predictable elimination, we’re not in an interesting situation in that there are only two guys left, and only Burnell Taylor recently has an outside chance of making it fairly far. For sure, the foursome of Angie Miller, Candice Glover, Kree Harrison, and Janelle Arthur has a ticket deep this season. (Amber Holcomb really should, too.)
What do you think about this theme, and are you thrilled to see Casey back? Be sure to share your thoughts below, and you can read our full review of the results show over at the link here.
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Kelsey
March 31, 2013 @ 10:25 pm
I LOVE CASEY!!!! HE IS GORGEOUS!!! CAN”T WAIT TILL THURSDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!
Kathy Terry
March 30, 2013 @ 8:08 pm
Casey James is amazing. The ratings are going to go UP just having him on the show. THANK YOU so much for bringing him back.
Robyn Lankford
March 30, 2013 @ 6:52 pm
I am so happy that Casey James has finally been invited back to perform!! He is an awesome performer with a humble soul. Love him. Can not wait to see him with Taylor Swift in September!!!
Roni Jonea
March 30, 2013 @ 8:23 am
Well, well, well, I’ve been waiting for this moment!! Casey is.. the best AI and musician in years. He is genuine, heart of gold, honest, sincere and great performer. He will “blow us away” on 4/4. Touring w Taylor, isn’t this”The Good Life”. My very best to Casey.
Kathy R
March 30, 2013 @ 6:31 am
Absolutely thrilled! Casey takes his time and crafts his music as an artist! A very hard working musician. I think it’s cool that he’ll get seen by the people who like Carrie Underwood. then this summer will be experienced by many thousands who attend Taylor Swift’s Red Tour. He is my favorite!
linda
March 29, 2013 @ 7:52 pm
WOO HOO! Finally Casey has been invited back ! So excited for Casey and His Band and for us fans who have waited patiently on Idol to have him back !!
Sherry
March 29, 2013 @ 5:26 pm
FINALLY!!! AI is waaaay past due on having Casey James perform. He’s one of the best to ever be on there.
Mary
March 29, 2013 @ 1:59 pm
Casey James fans have waited quite a while for this, but good things will come next Thursday! I am so happy and grateful that Casey and his band will be heard and seen by this national audience and I’m sure people will love him. ‘The Good Life’ is a terrific song. Thanks, AI and thanks for this nice article.
Kathe
March 29, 2013 @ 11:53 am
When I saw Colton Dixon and Catherine McPhee both perform on the show this week, I told my friends that it was time for Casey to come back. Actually I’ve felt it’s long overdue for Casey to make his reappearance on Idol. Thanks to all the people who have made this happen (fan requests, and management hearing us)….. and ‘The Good Life” is a GREAT song…. Love Casey James….
Pam
March 29, 2013 @ 8:01 am
Beyond thrilled! The Good Life is not only a great song, its a perfect time for showing America where Casey is now. It’s going to be his biggest hit yet. I figured AI was going to get him back because he’s always said nice things about his experience and that will help the remaining contestants too. Not that Casey needs any help with guitar but, would be cool to see Keith and him jam a little. Hope they get to.
GSJordon
March 29, 2013 @ 4:20 am
I, for one, am thrilled that Casey has been asked back to perform his new single in A I !! We’ve patiently waited for this for 3 long years!! Thank you for this write up!
CyndeeMN
March 29, 2013 @ 2:18 am
Thrilled to finally see Casey back on the show! So glad he’s going to be doing his new single and I know they’ll love it!!! Given the theme, however, I sure wish he could ALSO perform another with more of a rock vibe. I think those judges (and Jimmy!!) would be blown away by his arrangement of cover “Polk Salad Annie!!” And among his many originals … “Done Made Up My MInd!”