www.roanoke.com

Disco got done up right on Tuesday night.

The seven finalists dabbled in the disco era and some performed as if they were born to boogie on that "Idol" stage, while others may see America ditch them like a white polyester pant suit. Also, the stakes are even higher after Tuesday's show. The judges decided to save Matt Giraud last week, which means that two finalists will head home this week. 

So, put on your boogie shoes, dust off your mirror ball and let's recap the night away. 

Lil Rounds -- Perhaps Lil should have selected the song "Last Dance" because it appears that she won't be with "Idol" very much longer. Or so say the judges. She performed "I'm Every Woman" and I, for one, actually enjoyed it. It looked as if Lil was finally having fun on the stage and she hit some strong notes. However, the judges thought it lacked originality and believe she will be booted. I have to agree. I am a Lil fan but I think bad song choices have plagued her since she got to Hollywood.

Kris Allen -- Adam Lambert better watch his back because Kris is creeping up on him fast in the creativity department. Kris performed "She Works Hard for the Money" and blew the audience away with his Santana-like arrangement with the song. Kris is starting to seem like this season's Jason Castro --without the dreadlocks. I mean that as a compliment because I always looked forward to Jason's take on a song. I feel that way about Kris, and I love his vocals and verve.

Danny Gokey -- Danny did not really wow me with his take on "September." Sure his vocals were strong but the arrangement lacked originality. The judges took Lil to task because they felt her song was too much like the original but said nothing about Danny doing the same thing. Still, I do enjoy Danny's voice. I just feel like we keep seeing the same performance from him over and over again. It's big song, big notes, big finish. Wash, rinse and repeat. I'd like to see Danny change things up more often.

Allison Iraheta -- Speaking of changing things up with a song, that's exactly what Allison did with her rocked-out rendition of "Hot Stuff." It was cool and edgy, and I have never heard that type of arrangement for the song. While the judges weren't thrilled with the arrangement, they thought she did a brilliant job singing.

Adam Lambert -- I've got to give Adam props again for coming up with a creative take on a song. He chose "If I Can't Have You" and slowed it way down to a ballad. So, yeah, it was interesting but it wasn't a hit for me. I like Adam's sensitive soulful side, but I think he slowed the song down too much. It felt too choppy in segments when it should have been smoother. But, mark my words, Adam will be in the top two. The judges adore him, and it is exciting to see what he will come up with next.

Matt Giraud -- Mr. Saved from 'Idol' Oblivion did his best to show the judges that they made the right decision. He performed "Stayin' Alive" and, again, showed his Justin Timberlake-ish qualities with his strut and strong singing. I am not sure if it will be enough to keep him in the competition but it was better than Anoop's performance.

Anoop Desai -- Anoop chose "Dim All The Lights," which was appropriate because it made me want to fall asleep. He is a talented singer, but I found this performance to be so boring and the song was not memorable. Simon called it Anoop's worst performance. I wouldn't go that far but I do think it was a snoozer. 

OK, so here's who I think may be headed home: Lil, Anoop or Matt.  What about you other fans out there? Who wowed you on Tuesday, and name the finalists you think are destined to play their funky music for the last time?

Lil Rounds

Anoop Desai