Phil’s working, I’m resting

“Idol” fans:

It is with mixed emotions that I, Denise Neil, a two-year veteran of “American Idol” recap blogging, hand over this space to a far more qualified observer.

Season 6 finalist and Wichita native Phil Stacey — who is the whole reason this blog was started in the first place — contacted the Eagle and volunteered to write the recaps for this year’s show. He plans to offer his unique behind-the-scenes perspective as well as his observations on each night’s episode.

Stacey now lives in Nashville and is working on his second country music album since wrapping the show. He’s a nice, friendly, funny guy and I can’t wait to hear what he has to say.

His first blog entry should appear here after Tuesday night’s premiere. Stay tuned…