A quick look at tonight's "American Idol"

"American Idol" airs at 8 tonight on KCPQ-TV

What's on tonight: The two-hour "Idol Gives Back" charity concert.

What to look for: Different host: Ellen DeGeneres. Different venue: Walt Disney Concert Hall. Tons of A-listers including Helen Mirren, Quincy Jones, Jack Black and Bono.

What's next: The nicer, gentler Simon who, presumably, we should see tonight, reverts to his cranky self as the top five advance at 8 p.m. next Tuesday.

Florangela Davila,

Seattle Times TV writer