American Idol's Hollywood week is a spectacle of friendship, camaraderie and teamwork.

Uh, I'm sorry. I meant to say that Idol's Hell week is a spectacle of backbiting, bitchiness and bickering -- not to mention forgotten lyrics and terrible group dance steps.

However, 2007's edition of Hollywood week will be remembered for some shocking dismissals.

Baylie Brown. Absolutely thought we'd see her in the Top 12. Stunned. The forgotten lyrics killed her, but Nashville should come calling right now.

Matt Sato. He wasn't my cup of tea, but I was pretty sure they were setting him up to be a Top 12er.

Sean Michel. We weren't told whether his dismissal centered on talent or his beard. My hunch will always be the latter.

Porcelana Patino. Thought she's make it further. Her story and look were so unique.

Perla Meneses. In terms of singing ability, this isn't a shocker. My fear was that the judges would advance her because she was bubbly and vibrant.

Shymali Malakar. I think her brother, Sunjaya, gets a shot in the Top 24, but I don't think he has a clue how cut-throat this industry is. He came off as compassionate and sweet and nice, going out to console his sister. However, I promise you: I can count off the top of my head at least 10 male singers better than he.

Speaking of which, Sundance Head suffered through a pair of terrible auditions, including one in which he butchered Shalamar's "Night To Remember." He was initially considered a favorite, and now I am not 100 percent certain he'll make the Top 24.

Chris Sligh, Brandon Rogers, Blake Lewis, Rudy Cardenas, Tom Lowe (only because he was in the super group), Jimmy McNeal: To me, these cats are the cream of the entire crop right now.

I noticed petty cab driver Tami Gosnell survived. There have been few female singers this season so far I have been able to jibe with. She's one of them, so I'm hoping they give her Carly Simonesque ways a chance to perform in the Top 24.

It's hard to say what will happen tomorrow, but we do know we'll have our Top 24. Finally. And, I'll be back here to break it all down, complete with my picks for the Top 12.