Arts & Entertainment

American Idol: James Durbin to Top 4; Boardwalk Concert Set?

One more win, and Santa Cruz gets a live concert, although the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Facebook page announced tonight that he's playing May 14.

Jacob Lusk gone; James Durbin to the Top 4.

And the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Facebook page says Durbin is playing May 14.

"Santa Cruz Beach BoardwalkWhat will your sign to James say??? That's right, you'll have a chance to show him on Saturday, May 14 here at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during his home coming filming for American Idol!!! Congratulations James!!!! We are amazed at your talent and heart, and are thrilled to help congratulate you and cheer you on!!! More details tomorrow -ds"

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It looks official; however, Durbin has to make the Top 3 on American Idol.

I'm kind of shocked here. Lusk, 23, was, for me, tied with James for top singer in the contest. He was soulful and had the range.He'd also lived a gritty life in Compton. He spent three days in jail before Idol started for failing to appear in court after riding the LA Metro without a ticket. He pleaded with a judge not to put him on probation, because the TV show wouldn't let him compete if he were. The judge agreed to drop it.

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"I've been through a whole lot more than folks would know in this lifetime...BUT GODhas KEPT ME...and I am so thankful! Be blessed!" he tweeted.

Also in the top four are country crooner Scotty McCreery, Haley Reinhart and Lauren Alaina.

If James survives on May 12, there will be a live show in Santa Cruz on the 14th.  Stay tuned here for results and an announcement.


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