If the judges have their way, Casey James is going home this week.By Gil Kaufman Crystal Bowersox on “American Idol” Tuesday Photo: FOX They’ve said it before, but this time our “American Idol” experts really mean it: This is the week Casey James is...

A tepid ‘Blue Skies’ and harsh words from the judges may have done him in.By Gil Kaufman Casey James Photo: FOX Casey James has had a nice run on “American Idol.” But when it’s down to only five contestants, it’s time to prove you’re a...

‘He made an ambitious song choice this week and it did him in,’ one expert says.By Gil Kaufman Tim Urban Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images There are worse ways to fail than being too ambitious or too nice. But for booted “American Idol” finalist...

Despite shaky performances, Tim Urban and Michael Lynche should be safe.By Gil Kaufman Casey James Photo: Fox The theme on Tuesday night’s “American Idol” was inspirational songs, but with the exception of Crystal Bowersox’s tearful “People Get...

Jury is mixed on how DeGeneres has fit into the club.By Gil Kaufman Ellen DeGeneres and Randy Jackson Photo: FOX As anyone who has switched high schools mid-year can tell you, it’s never easy fitting in with the cool kids. Midway through her first season on “American...