I am extremely happy that David Cook won. I wrote two nights ago that I thought Archuleta smoked Cook in the finals but that I would rather have a David Cook record. I guess most of American agreed because by voting him the winner, we already have his studio release of the winning song available on iTunes. It sounds a lot better than the studio recordings they have been releasing all year.

I think last night showed that even though Archuleta has some great pipes, Cook is ready to be a star. He just looked impressive the whole night, and I feel that he did better with his performances. I am always amazed at the winner's ability to sing the final song, and some have really struggled through it. However, David Cook seemed not only incredibly ready and able to sing the song but he made sure that his other cast members, Archuleta in particular, got to share the moment with him. He also already has a very amusing commercial for Guitar Hero. In the end, I am very glad Cook won, and I hope that they will let him make the kind of record he wants to because I think it could be awesome.

Peace,

Dan

PS- Also, be sure to at least check out the 30 second preview if not buy the charity video featuring Ben Stiller, Jack Black, and Robert Downey, Jr. at the Pips. It is absolutely hilarious and all of the proceeds go to charity so its a win-win.