The American Idol Power Poll: Volume III

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February 11, 2008

We’re off to Hollywood!

As American Idol enters its fifth week of auditions, the show truly begins: contestants are judged in Hollywood and only the best of the best move one. Before they do, however, let’s rank the top hopefuls so far in our third Power Poll of the season…

1) Kristy Lee Cook (last week: #1, pictured): Beautiful Oregonian’s ”Amazing Grace” was highlight of the initial American Idol audition shows - but will fans revolt against her one-time record deal with Arista Nashville? Then again, she certainly isn’t alone in having a professional background.

2) Michael Johns (last week: #2): Also referred to as “Michael Lee Johns,” the former band member once had a deal with Madonna’s music label. The Aussie made a strong impression with a tight T-shirt, toned biceps, and a solid Otis Redding cover.

3) David Cook (last week: #6): Rocker with his sights set on the moniker of “this year’s Chris Daughtry,” Cook impressed viewers with his vocal range on Bon Jovi’s “Livin on a Prayer.”

4) David Archuleta (last week: #3): Former Star Search winner has the sympathy vote locked up: he struggled with a paralyzed vocal chord as a child. Might he be this year’s Sanjaya Malakar… with talent?

5) Amanda Overmyer (new this week): She’s a nurse! She’s a gothic rocker! She’s a talented singer with a unique look, sound and personality.

6) Chikezie Eze (new this week, pictured): Tried out for the show last year. Approved for Hollywood this time around with a rendition of “All the Woman I Need.” Handsome, talented.