American Idol 2010 the ladies perform; voting information, songs performed and judges comments

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American Idol auditions are over, Hollywood week has been put to rest and it's time for the top twenty-four American Idol contestants of 2010 to get down to the business of gaining fans and earning votes, starting with the ladies.

Voting from the judges is at an end, the next American Idol is placed squarely into the viewers hands, so watch each performance carefully, pick your favorite based on talent, stage presence, originality, looks or all the above and vote. Your votes will decide which American Idol contestant stays and which contestant goes.

AT&T customers may text their votes, all others must cast votes with a phone call.

American Idol 2010 Women Performers, Voting Information, Performances and Judges Comments

1. Paige Miles, 24, Cypress, Texas.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5701
Call 1-866-436-5701 to vote for Paige.

Paige performed 'It's Alright Now', by Creed.

American Idol judges comments:

Simon - I think that out of all the girls...you have the best voice.
Kara - I think the song was brilliant...you have a lot of soul.
Randy - The song wasn't the right choice...but a great job.
Ellen - You were so there...so present...you did great.

2. Ashley Rodriguez, 22, Chelsea, MA.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5702
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Ashley performed 'Happy', by Leona Lewis.

American Idol judges comments:

Kara - Great moments there but there was moments which were not great.
Randy - Kara's correct. I couldn't see you in the song.
Ellen - I agree. I would like to see you step out of the box.
Simon - I thought your version was clumsy. I don't feel you as a contemporary song artist.

3. Janell Wheeler, 24, Tampa, FL.

Voting Information:

Text "VOTE" to 5703
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Janell performed 'What About Love', by Heart.

American Idol judges comments:

Randy - It wasn't my favorite song choice for you...but I did get vibes.
Ellen - I liked the song choice...just a few little notes were off.
Simon - You gave 100% effort, but came through with about 65%.
Kara - I agree...I like you but the song was way too big for you.

4. Lilly Scott, 20, Littleton, CO.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5704
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Lilly performed 'Fixin a Hole', by The Beatles.

American Idol judges comments:

Ellen - I think thats what we have been talking about. You stand out with a unique voice.
Simon - The best we have had so far...not feeling much star power from you but the best so far.
Kara - You're believable, you come from the heart.
Randy - I love that you don't care what people think...I love your honesty.

5. Katelyn Epperly, 19, West Des Moines, IA.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5705
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Katelyn performed 'Oh! Darling', by The Beatles.

American Idol judges comments:

Simon - There were elements where you screamed...it was very messy, but...I like you.
Kara - You know your voice very well...you know what you're doing.
Randy - You pay attention to the tone, I like your whole vibe, just don't box yourself in.
Ellen - It was interesting. You have a great voice, but I felt like it was pushed.

6. Haeley Vaughn, 16, Fort Collins, CO.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5706
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Haeley performed 'I Want to Hold Your Hand', by The Beatles.

American Idol judges comments:

Kara - There was some issues...it was all over the place. You missed some notes but you made up for them in fun.
Randy - I love the unpredictable about you but your vocals are not as pleasing as they could be.
Ellen - You shine on stage...you have a presence, I enjoyed it.
Simon - I thought it was verging on terrible, it was an utter mess.

7. Lacey Brown, 24, Amarillo, TX.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5707
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Lacey performed 'Landslide', by Fleetwood Mac.

American Idol judges comments:

Randy - I don't think it was the right song for you, it was terrible.
Ellen - I'm sorry, I know your'e better than that, it just didn't work out.
Simon - I thought it was depressing and indulgent. It was just boring.
Kara - Tonight it felt forced. I think there is more to you than what we witnessed tonight. I hope America gives you a second chance.

8. Michelle Delamor, 22, Miami, FL.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5708
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Michelle performed 'I Keep Fallin', by Alicia Keys.

American Idol judges comments:

Ellen - That was fantastic. It seemed so easy for you.
Simon - You are a very professional singer...that was close to the original, not as good...but close.
Kara - There were parts that were not great. You lack a believability and uniqueness.
Randy - You did a pretty good job, but take some risks and jump out of that comfort zone.

9. Didi Benami, 23, Hollywood, CA.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5709
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Didi performed 'The Way I Am', by Ingrid Michaelson.

American Idol judges comments:

Simon - You are a good singer, but...there are too many singers trying to sound like somebody else. You're missing a spark of excitement.
Kara - I thought the song was good and the changes you made showed creativity. It was a bit pitchy though.
Randy - Where is the star power? There is no unmph.
Ellen - The song choice was bad for a first impression but I think you're great.

10. Siobhan Magnus, 19, Barnstable, MA.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5710
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Siobhan performed 'Wicked Game', by Chris Isaak.

American Idol judges comments:

Kara - I kind of liked you on that song. You got a little nasal at times, but you're living it and breathing it.
Randy - You have a great voice but reach for bigger songs.
Ellen - I loved it. It was a great song choice.
Simon - It was a very dark song...but maybe you are a dark person?

11. Crystal Bowersox, 24, Elliston, OH.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5011
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Crystal performed 'Hand in My Pocket', by Morissette.

American Idol judges comments:

Randy - You are one of my favorites tonight, I love your honesty. I am a fan.
Ellen - I too am a fan. You add something fresh to American Idol.
Simon - The truth is, you are a sound alike. You need to do something that sounds like you.
Kara - I think you have a greatness. You fill the stage with your uniqueness.

12. Katie Stevens, 17, Middlebury, CT.

Voting information:

Text "VOTE" to 5012
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Katie performed 'Feeling Good', by Michael Bublé.

American Idol judges comments:

Ellen - It was good...great...conservative, but I want you to be 17. It was a little old for you.
Simon - I totally agree with Ellen. You are 17, you have a good voice, you need to become a teen artist.
Kara - I don't think you could hear yourself. You were pitchy and all over the place.
Randy - You were pushing so hard your pitch was going sharp. Young it up...be 17 cause you are only 17 once!

Watch American Idol 2010, Wednesday night at 8/7c on FOX, where the men will perform. Check your local listings for a time in your area. Don't forget to vote for your favorite ladies and gents, as the two men and the two women with the least votes will be going home Thursday night on American Idol.