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American Idol 8 - 2009

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The Resume

    (January 13, 2009-May 20, 2009)
    Host: Ryan Seacrest
    Judges: Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi
    Finalists: Kris Allen, Megan Corkrey, Anoop Desai, Matt Giraud, Danny Gokey, Alexis Grace, Allison Iraheta, Adam Lambert, Scott MacIntyre, Jasmine Murray, Jorge Nunez, Lil Rounds and Michael Sarver

Why American Idol 8 - 2009 might be annoying:

    Viewers wondered why a fourth judge was added, and Paula Abdul publicly questioned the move.
    The new semi-final format (top 36) was confusing and unpopular with viewers.
    Prior to the season, Abdul accused the producers of knowingly allowing her stalker to audition during season five for ratings.
    'Bikini Girl' Katrina Darrell divided the judge's opinions based on gender (male judges loved her).
    Producers exploited the death of contestant Danny Gokey's wife for storyline purposes.
    Semi-finalist Joanna Pacitti was unexpectedly dropped from the show for having connections with employees of 19 Entertainment.

Why American Idol 8 - 2009 might not be annoying:

    In the audition rounds, a reduced number of bad/horrible auditions was showcased.
    Personal backgrounds were explored in an effort to help viewers connect with contestants.
    For the first time, thirteen contestants advanced to the finals (normally, twelve advance).
    In an effort to avoid another Jason Castro, semi-finalists weren't allowed to play instruments; they had to prove their vocal prowess (and not hide behind an instrument).
    With a fragile economy, the show ditched plans to hold the third annual (and self indulgent) 'Idol Gives Back.'
    In it's eighth season, it remained a ratings powerhouse (normally, shows in their eighth season see a significant decline in viewers).

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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 1 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 3 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 9 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 1 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2019, Out of 9 Votes: 44.44% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 3 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 3 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 8 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2015, Out of 8 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2014, Out of 9 Votes: 55.56% Annoying
    In 2013, Out of 17 Votes: 52.94% Annoying
    In 2012, Out of 14 Votes: 71.43% Annoying
    In 2011, Out of 10 Votes: 70.0% Annoying
    In 2010, Out of 134 Votes: 66.42% Annoying
    In 2009, Out of 3414 Votes: 75.22% Annoying