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Lee DeWyze, Crystal Bowersox Are ‘Thinking’ About Winning ‘Idol’

‘I might hoot and holler or something,’ Crystal says of Wednesday’s finale. By Kyle Anderson, with reporting by Jim Cantiello Crystal Bowersox and Lee DeWyze at the “American Idol” press conference Tuesday Photo: MTV News After 44 episodes, dozens of performances and a countless memorable moments, there’s nothing left but the celebration. On Tuesday, after Crystal Bowersox and Lee DeWyze each powered through three impressive songs for season nine’s final performance episode of “American Idol,” the last pair standing contemplated the end of their incredible ride. “I’m proud of what I’ve done,” DeWyze told a gaggle of reporters during a press conference after the live show. “We both put it out there all season, and I know confidence has been a big thing with me, but I feel pretty good.” DeWyze said that he hadn’t fully contemplated the prospect of winning, though it was something on his mind. “It would be amazing [to win],” he said. “But thinking about winning … we did everything we can up to this point. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t thinking about it. The first thing I’m going to do when I go home tonight is think about it. But what can you do? You put everything out there and you hope for the best, which is what I’m going to do.” Bowersox shared a similar sentiment and seemed just as excited to find out who the winner would be as the audience. “I think throughout the season, people have been maybe disappointed in my lack of big reactions to things. I’m just a mellow person,” she said. “But I’m personally interested to see how I react tomorrow. I don’t know. I might hoot and holler or something.” Whether or not Bowersox will hoot and holler in victory or defeat will be decided on Wednesday night, when the results show of the “American Idol” finale airs live at 8 p.m. on Fox. Share your predictions for the “American Idol” finale in the comments below. Join Jim Cantiello for our live stream of the “American Idol” finale red carpet this Wednesday at 6 p.m. ET, only at MTV.com. Get your “Idol” fix on MTV News’ “American Idol” page , where you’ll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos ‘American Idol’ In 60 Seconds Related Photos Crystal Bowersox’s ‘American Idol’ Experience Lee DeWyze: From Illinois Boy To ‘American Idol’ Star ‘American Idol’ Season Nine Performances

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‘American Idol’ In 60 Seconds: Crystal Climbs The Mountain

Lee DeWyze couldn’t reclaim the confidence he’d found last week. By Jim Cantiello Crystal Bowersox performs on “American Idol” Tuesday Photo: FOX Tuesday night’s “American Idol” marked the beginning of the end of season nine, with Crystal Bowersox and Lee DeWyze facing off in a three-round showdown. OK, it was less of a showdown and more of a beatdown, with Bowersox easily handing DeWyze his hat. Although Lee was the favorite going into this week, his newfound confidence must have been left at the door of the Nokia Theatre. (Even the mice at the Nokia Theatre had to have been saying to each other, “What’s this wimp’s problem tonight?”) In round one, each contestant reprised an old “Idol” hit, but the rule was that they were not allowed to sing it as well the second time. (Kidding. Except I’m not.) It turned into a battle of the gibberish, and the la-di-dahs of “The Boxer” lost out to the la-di-dahs of “Me and Bobby McGee” by a nose. Simon Fuller got to pick the songs in round two. DeWyze started R.E.M.’s “Everybody Hurts” strong but got lost in the middle, and Bowersox sang “Black Velvet” with some grit but got lost on the stairs of the set. (Why couldn’t she find her way around Tuesday night? During her entrance from the audience she looked as though she was confused too.) Finally, round three was where Lee and Crystal each debuted what would be their first single should they win. With “Beautiful Day,” DeWyze told America he wants to be the lead singer of a U2 cover band. With “Up to the Mountain,” Crystal told America she wants to be the next American Idol. Will MamaSox’s stellar showing be enough to win her the crown? Will Lee’s triumphant top-three showing be fresh enough in voters’ minds to forgive the fact that he choked this week? Did you think Crystal’s message to Simon was a sweet sendoff or an awkward example of brownnosing? Leave a comment below. Join Jim Cantiello for our live stream of the “American Idol” finale red carpet this Wednesday at 6 p.m. ET, only at MTV.com. Get your “Idol” fix on MTV News’ “American Idol” page , where you’ll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos ‘American Idol’ In 60 Seconds Related Photos Lee DeWyze: From Illinois Boy To ‘American Idol’ Star Crystal Bowersox’s ‘American Idol’ Experience ‘American Idol’ Season Nine Performances

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Slipknot press conference 2010 video

“It is very important that everyone outside of us understands that Paul Gray was the essence of the band Slipknot,” percussionist Shawn “Clown” Crahan said at a press conference shown on the group#39;s Web site. The U.S. metal band Slipknot held a press conference Tuesday night and spoke for the first time about this week#39;s death of longtime member Paul Gray. Gray died in Urbandale, Iowa, Monday at age 38. The cause of his death is under investigation, but foul play is not suspected, poli

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Clay Aiken Shows Off His New Beard

Filed under: Clay Aiken , American Idol , Paparazzi Photo Carrying his own bags and rockin’ some face scruff, Clay Aiken arrived at LAX on Monday. With the country about to anoint a new winner this week, can you believe it’s been seven years since the 31-year-old father of one lost to Ruben Studdard on “… Read more

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What to Do During Television’s Off-Season [Listicle]

Lost is ( ugh ) over. So is Gossip Girl . American Idol comes to an end this week. And Glee wraps up next week. There is now nothing to watch! What the hell are we supposed with all this free time? More

Paula Abdul Returning to Reality TV

No word on whether she’ll make a cameo on this week’s American Idol finale, but we know one thing’s for sure: Paula Abdul has a new day job! Abdul will be lead judge on Got…

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Pap Idol: Cheryl Cole

Cheryl Cole has been looking gorgeous from Paris to Cannes. From stunning formal wear, to super cute casual gear. That’s why the X-Factor judge is this week’s Pap Idol.

Lindsay Lohan — Inked

Filed under: Lindsay Lohan , Paparazzi Photo Upon closer inspection of Lindsay Lohan (cause that’s what we do) it appears she got a new tattoo while in Cannes. Earlier this week, her right wrist was bare — but now all of a sudden there is some kind of thing, then some stuff, then the Chanel logo.… Read more

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Kenneth Cole vs. Tom Ford: Who’d You Rather?

Filed under: Kenneth Cole , Tom Ford , Fashion Fashion designers Kenneth Cole , 56, and Tom Ford , 48, got formal at the same amfAR event in Cannes on Thursday. Question is … Read more

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Suge Knight — No Gun Found in SUV Search

TMZ has learned cops did not find a gun during a preliminary sweep of Suge Knight ‘s SUV — right after he was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon earlier this week. As we previously reported, cops tracked down and arrested Suge after someone told… Read more

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