They told us that voting on the American Idol songwriting contest would begin on May 2.

They just didn't tell us when.

In the meantime, the speculation still abounds about whether or not all twenty finalists have actually been chosen and notified. Personally, I wouldn't be surprised if there was one more songwriter who's just getting their documents signed and faxed by their attorney.

We're getting ready to handicap the potential winners over on our discussion boards -- Join us!

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