Stu, just because you're paranoid, it doesn't mean you aren't being followed. I think 10 rounds is ambitious but do-able, provided we stay on track and don't start changing the rules mid-stream or someone knocks over Brian's shiny new turntable.

As for your voting suggestion, I say we allow people to continue to vote during their play and force them to be honest. Yes, there will be inclination to vote for oneself regardless of how you may be outmatched by another song but hey, that's one of those ethical choices you have to live with, and only adds to the drama of the contest.