American Idol

The 'American Idol' runner-up opens the annual event with 'The Star-Spangled Banner', and the Chris Daughtry-fronted band play 'Home' before the concert gets canceled due to thunderstorms. Two "American Idol" alums have taken part in an annual event ...  

Adam Lambert’s sophomore release “Trespassing” has rocketed to the number 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart. A rising superstar who cut his teeth on legendary reality TV show “American Idol,” Lambert has bumped singer Carrie Underwood from the ...  

Ouch! Guess Simon Cowell doesn't appreciate his proposed X Factor/American Idol/The Voice ultimate sing-off competition being nixed by Adam Levine and the others from various judging panels, because during the audition rounds for the second season of his reality show in Austin, he apparently made his feelings all too clear! According to sources at the auditions, he [...]  

Everyone loves a good TV feud, of course. And now that Adam Lambert's neon-painted claws have so thrillingly come out during a recent Bravo interview, when he was grilled about fellow "American Idol" runner-up Clay Aiken, I can't wait to "watch what ...  

Adam Lambert’s appearance at Six Flags was in support of ... The 30-year-old one-time “American Idol” runner-up performed an energetic, hour-long set. He kicked things off with the title track from the new album before launching into ...  

Adam Lambert can't think of anything nice to say about Clay Aiken-- so he says nothing at all. The American Idol season eight runner-up took a swipe at the season-two runner-up Thursday night during a guest appearance on Bravo's Watch What Happens ...  

With "American Idol's" winner -- Phillip Phillips -- declared, FOX and producer Nigel Lythgoe are ready to move on to the summer portion of their reality competition entertainment: "So You Think You Can Dance's" Season 9.Host Cat Deeley returns to shepherd the competition through the summer while Lythgoe and Mary Murphy are returning to their usual spots behind the judges' table. But, there are a few changes in store for this season -- which...  

Oh, American Idol. You know exactly how to get me every year. Around this time every season, I find myself reaching for the Kleenex, hoping to stop my tears from overflowing into my oversized Coke cup. And just when I think I can't cry anymore, you give me something that makes me weep more than Ryan Seacrest peering at an out-of-business tanning salon. You force a stale performance of 'I Don't Wanna Miss a Thing' on me.  

After 123 weeks, the final two are finally competing for your votes to be the next great record label bitch pop star. There are so many things to say here, but here are the main two things: I wholeheartedly believe that the correct two people are competing to be your idol — Jessica Sanchez and Philip Phillips; the next thing is that this is the second year in a row that Georgia is REPRESENTIN' in the finals, son!… [ Read...  

It's a big week for American Idol this week. Besides the crowning of the season 11 winner, Phillip Phillips, the singing talent show sees another of its alums rise to the top of the Billboard 200...  

Daughtry, the band formed by season 5 American Idol finalist Chris Daughtry, brought its Break the Spell Tour to The Joint at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Some of the songs that were performed by Daughtry included Renegade, Break the Spell ...  

She also mentioned that the addition of Kara DioGuardi changed the chemistry of the "American Idol." When Abdul was asked what she thought about Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez being added to the "American Idol" judging panel, Abdul replied: ...  

There's a fancy, over-edited recap of last night that talks about the respective journeys of Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips and ends with the onscreen text, "In the end, there can be only one." Prepare for the quickening, everyone. After the titles but without preamble, we're dropped right into a group performance of "Run Away" by the top twelve through three. They're all dressed in white, as though they're not just eliminated from the...  

132 million votes, a full house at the Nokia Theatre, big name musical guests and a marriage proposal: This was your "American Idol" finale. The jam-packed two hour event featured a steady succession of music and sequined special guests before the Season ...  

LOS ANGELES (May 24, 2012)--Phillip Phillips beat Jessica Sanchez to claim the “American Idol” title Wednesday night, the latest in a string of white guys with guitars to take the prize including David Cook, Kris Allen, Lee Dewyze and Scotty McCreery.  

Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips performed for the “American Idol” crown on Tuesday night. The show aired live from the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live, and judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler were on hand to offer their ...  

For the first time an "American Idol" bumps another from the top spot, Carrie Underwood's "Blown Away" falls to No. 3. For the first time, one American Idol replaces another at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 as Adam Lambert's Trespassing debuts atop the list ...  

Tenacious D rock it into the #5 slot with Rise of the Fenix.By Gil Kaufman Adam Lambert's Trespassing album cover Photo: RCA Music Group Just in time for the "American Idol" finale, former runner-up Adam Lambert is showing the kids how it's done. The glitter-dripping glam rocker will land his first #1 album next week when his sophomore disc, Trespassing
 debuts in the top spot on sales of 77,000, according to figures provided by...  

Who would ever have guessed that a novelty name would take one man and his guitar so far in a singing competition? No, of course Phillip Phillips is more than just a funny name from a novel I would have written when I was 12. He means so much to us now! And who would have guessed that Jessica Sanchez would be taking him on in the finale? Granted, Jessica is one of the strongest voices this season, but I was so convinced it would be Joshua...  

Adam Lambert has made history. The former American Idol runner-up shot past another famous series alumnus this week and claimed the number-one spot on the Billboard 200 for his latest album, "Trespassing." In doing so, Lambert became the first openly gay man to sit atop the chart. Yes, Clay Aiken achieved the same status with his 2003 CD, but he did not come out of the closet until five years later. Of course, the important thing is not...  

Tonight's pre-credits sequence is about the final two. It's all diary-themed because this is their "story," and the onscreen text reminds us that their auditions were on opposite coasts. I think that's possibly the least significant way in which Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez are opposites. After the titles, the judges come out, followed by Ryan with an unusually frozen smile. Tonight's taping is in the Nokia Theater, he informs us...  

New Orleans, La. - "American Idol" producers want to sift through a whole new crop of local talent for season 12. The last time auditions happened here was in 2010. Thousands of people showed up at the New Orleans Arena, hoping for a shot at stardom.  

Former "American Idol" contestant Adam Lambert made history this week with his second album, which debuted at the top spot on Billboard’s U.S. albums chart. Lambert is the first openly gay man to achieve that milestone. Though other gay performers have ...  

Fortunately for Adam Lambert, his bold hair dues aren’t the only ones to make music history. His album, “Trespassing”, makes it to No. 1 in Billboard 200, thus giving Adam Lambert the honor of becoming the first “American Idol” to replace a peer ...  

Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks, Jordin Sparks ... It’s no secret that our panel of three favored Joshua since the finals begin — Jennifer Lopez, Randy Jackson, and Steven Tyler gave the contestant just as ...  

It's been six years since Chris Daughtry's rein on "American Idol" was unceremoniously cut short. He took fourth place yet went on to open for the likes of Bon Jovi and play venues of just about every size.More news: DaughtryAll the latest music and artist coverage from SoundSpike  

Round Two: Season Faves, Redux Jessica Sanchez – The Prayer: Jessica took it back to the song that earned her a spot ... “You were perfect tonight and I think you’re the man.” Winner: Judges say: Well, it’s obvious from their feedback ...  

What's worse? A highly skilled, but immature, technician, or a quirky interpreter with limited abilities and no taste? Sadly, the choices came down to that on Wednesday's kiss-off performance for this season's "American Idol." Both performers ...  

Britney Spears would never be considered for a judging role on 'American Idol'. The 'Toxic' singer and Demi Lovato are joining the panel on the US 'X Factor' with Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid, but Nigel Lythgoe - boss of 'American Idol' - claims he would not have considered the ...  

To date, only a handful of artists on the show have gone on to careers that keep them in the spotlight: Kelly Clarkson, Chris Daughtry, Katharine McPhee, Constantine Maroulis, Fantasia Barrino, Clay Aiken, Kellie Pickler, and the aforementioned Carrie Underwood.  

Jackson railed off a number of adjectives such as "perfect," "genius" and "brilliant." Although Sanchez is widely predicted to win on Wednesday, "Home" could throw a wrench into her prospects. Not only does Phillip already have the unfair advantage that he ...  

After four very long months, “American Idol” has finally reached “finale week,” and there were a number of firsts. It was the first hour-long performance episode of the season (and how wonderfully refreshing!). It was the first time the ...  

As much as we love Kris Allen‘s acoustic covers (even when they’re interrupted by grumpy policemen), we’ve been awaiting his brand new tunes on his sophomore album Thank You Camellia, which comes out today (May 22). To celebrate Allen’s first release in three years, we had a lovely chat with American Idol‘s Season 8 champ, where he spoke ... More »  

Simon Cowell likes big, flashy and sometimes white-trashy. Rumors are flying that Cowell will use the upcoming “American Idol” finale to introduce Britney Spears as a celebrity judge for the next iteration of “X-Factor.” HollywoodLife.com is reporting that Spears has signed the documents, or is close to doing so, that will cement one of the biggest [...]  

The theatrical pop-rocker Adam Lambert finished second on "American Idol" during its eighth season, and this week he earned his first No. 1 album in "Trespassing." The theatrical pop-rocker Adam Lambert finished second on "American Idol" during its eighth season, and this week he earned his first No. 1 album in "Trespassing."  

An American Idol runner-up replaced an Idol winner atop the Billboard 200 this week, as Adam Lambert dethroned Carrie Underwood with his sophomore album Trespassing, which sold 77,000 copies in its first week. Other Top 10 debuts included ...  

For West Coast viewers, the decision will be officially announced during the final show of the season which begins at 8 p.m. Adam Lambert is the only other San Diegan to make it to the final two in American Idol. Lambert's album Trespassing debuted at ...  

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Get those voices ready, S.A. singers! For the second time in its history, “American Idol” and its stellar team of judges are coming to San Antonio! Ryan Seacrest announced during Wednesday’s finale that auditions will take place here June 14.  

While he is indeed a WGWG -- the "Idol" fan term for "white guys with guitars" -- Phillips differentiated himself with a musical style that was grittier than past winners David Cook, Kris Allen, Lee DeWyze and Scotty McCreery, as well his ...  

San Diego has been fairly well-represented throughout the history of "American Idol," including Carly Smithson making the Top 6 in season 7 and most recently Mt. Carmel High's Adam Lambert placing second in season 8 of the granddaddy of TV singing competitions. But there's a new "American Idol" San Diego finalist who just might make an even bigger splash than the flamboyant Lambert. That's because Chula Vista's Jessica Sanchez just might be...  

Adam Lambert‘s Trespassing has sailed to the #1 position on the Billboard Top 200 in its first week, marking the American Idol alum’s first chart-topping LP. (Previous offering For Your Entertainment peaked at #3 in 2009.) This gives the “Never Close Our Eyes” crooner the distinction of being the first openly-gay singer to top the ... More »  

Phillip Phillips, the former pawn shop worker from Leesburg, Georgia, may have clinched the title of “American Idol” on Tuesday by singing the understated and heartfelt “Home” for his choice of “potential winning song” during the ...  

She didn't mention her past writing collaborations with David Archuleta, but since he's off on a mission, he didn't come up. (She is not married to Archuleta.)But the plain stage, suits and easy manner would be all for naught if the music wasn't ...  

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There have been constant battles over who owns the rights to the TV shows, and Simon Cowell has always had overtaking Simon Fuller’s wealth as a goal in the back of his mind. “Simon Cowell was genuinely upset when he and Cheryl fell out ...  

This week season 11 of American Idol comes to an end No really it does I know it's felt like a lifetime but that's just because one of the most talented groups of singers this show has ever had the good luck to amass on one stage (like an actually talented...  

WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Adam Lambert isn't coming off "American Idol" or a racy American Music Awards performance, nor is he declaring his sexuality in Rolling Stone or posing with a nude model in Details magazine. The 30-year-old glam rocker ...  

Adam Lambert has a mixed victory on the Billboard chart this week. With his latest release, “Trespassing” (RCA), he has scored his first No. 1 album, and he is the seventh “American Idol” finalist to reach the top spot on the chart.  

The Commerce Department says sales increased 3. ... LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Jessica Sanchez had the potential to be the first "American Idol" contestant the judges saved from elimination to win it all -- but Phillip Phillips had other plans.  

I would watch for the entire two hours. More, please! Joshua returns this week as the retired pro who has grown older and wiser from the experience. Actually it's all just an excuse to get Fantasia and Joshua into a scream-off to the tune of ...  

In this video interview season eight contestant Adam Lambert talks about this season of American Idol sharing some praise for finalist Jessica Sanchez and reflecting on revisiting the set of the show "Her voice is crazy" says Lambert of Sanchez's singing ability "She's somebody I could see making really interesting albums" On...  

The final performance themes, according to producer Nigel Lythgoe will be: 1. The finalist’s favorite song of the series. 2. A song chosen by Simon Fuller. 3. The finalist’s new single. Speaking of ringing endorsements, Jessica Sanchez has ...  

Former American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert made history this week by topping the Billboard 200 album chart with his new album Trespassing. Lambert became the first openly gay male artist to top the Billboard 200. Finally, this also makes Lambert the ...  

When "American Idol" Season 8 runner-up Adam Lambert kicked off his first headlining tour at Wilkes-Barre's F.M. Kirby Center in 2010, it sold out in a flash. Later that year, he played to a sellout crowd of 6,500 at Bethlehem's Musikfest.  

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“You are who you are, and we love it!” Round Two: Contestants’ Choice Joshua Ledet – Imagine: It’s hard for us not to think back to season 7 when this song was done to perfection by David Archuleta, but keeping in mind that Josh is a ...  

WINNER OF THE WEEK: Adam Lambert. (And American Idol ... s "We Are Young," Queen's "We Are the Champions" and Green Day's "Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)," sold just 39,000 copies, landing at Number Eight (on both Billboard's albums chart and iTunes ...  

Though its ratings have waned over the years, notably since the departure of acerbic British music mogul Simon Cowell from the panel of judges, "American Idol" remains one of the most-watched shows of any genre on US television. Its impact on popular music ...  

Leona Lewis and American Idol's, Adam Lambert have just been announced as surprise acts joining the line up at The Rays of Sunshine Concert on June 7th. The stars will share the stage at The Royal Albert Hall with JLS, Pixie Lott, Stooshe, Conor Maynard ...  

Congratulations are in order for American Idol alum Adam Lambert today because his new album Trespassing has debuted in the #1 spot atop this week’s Billboard magazine Top 200 Album Chart. Not only is this #1 album significant in terms of Adam‘s success but it is also historic in that Lambert is now the first [...]  

David Archuleta is in South America right now for his Mormon Mission, and he made sure to send a message to his manager about the transportation he has used during his trip. Here’s the Tweet from David’s manager: From David: Getting around ...  

Just two weeks away from the season 11 finale of "American Idol," the top four contestants took the stage to sing their hearts out on Wednesday night's (May 9) episode. This time around, Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet and Hollie Cavanagh...read more  

With his sophomore album 'Trespassing' just landing and a summer tour with Queen in the works, Adam Lambert basks in his 'somewhat' normal life.Adam Lambert is arguably the last major star to come out of the "American Idol" franchise. Though the spectacle-prone singer finished second in 2009 behind the bland pop-rock softie Kris Allen, he attained a near-Kelly Clarkson level of renown thanks to his arresting presence on the show, and for...  

Hollie Cavanagh got the boot on “American Idol” Thursday night. She stumbled Wednesday night with Bonnie Raitt’s “I Can’t Make You Love Me” while the other three finalists soared. Hollie sang Miley Cyrus’s “The Climb” for her farewell song. Remaining contestants Phillip Phillips, Joshua Ledet...  

Adam Lambert Will Perform on "American Idol"; Three Finalists NamedPlaybill.com... Barrino (The Color Purple), Clay Aiken (Spamalot), Constantine Maroulis (Rock of Ages), Diana DeGarmo (Hairspray), Frenchie Davis (Rent) and Jordin Sparks (In the Heights) as well as former "Idol" judge Kara DioGuardi (Chicago), among others.and more »  

It’s the last results night before the finale! And the only questions left in American Idol are who will lose to Phillip next week, and exactly how will the producers waste your time. Generally they pad this hour out with the homecoming footage, but since they exhausted most of that last night, I must admit I’m genuinely curious as to what will be making me restless and peevish for the next hour. I do know it will all be branded, and none of...  

Actress/singer Katharine McPhee wore a Dolce & Gabbana dress to the 2012 NBC Upfronts at Radio City Music Hall in New York. Katharine plays Broadway star Karen Cartwright in Smash, which was renewed for a second season. Katherine recently answered fan questions for CNN. She talked about being paid to perform at a lavish party in the Hamptons, with some huge guests, including President Clinton. Katharine says she loves going to work and being...  

Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul made American Idol the show to watch on Monday nights. But now a missed show does not matter because there is not much personality on American Idol without Simon Cowell. Simon Cowell made a difference on American Idol.Contributor: lindagoffiganPublished: May 14, 2012  

Now TV is a springboard into more TV. “Idol” champion Fantasia Barrino used her VH1 reality show “Fantasia for Real” to extend her 15 minutes. “Idol” runner-up Katharine McPhee is trying to make it as a serious actress on “Smash.”  

Does American Idol's dark horse gallop on? After shocking America by surviving several shocking straight weeks of eliminations (Rest In Peace Idol Tour Rehearsals, Colton and Skylar!), Hollie Cavanagh pleaded with the voting public during California Night Wednesday to allow her to continue her California dreamin'. Alas, it was too little too late — Hollie couldn't make America love her, and was sent straight out of CBS Television City.  

In the almost three years since “American Idol” Season Eight runner-up Adam Lambert released his debut, “For Your Entertainment,” he has sold more albums than his season’s actual winner, Kris Allen, briefly joined Queen (a natural fit, what other group could contain him?) and, at least until now, avoided the “Idol” curse, which basically involves making flavorless albums that nobody buys. Read full article >>  

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watch Adam Lambert perform "Never Close Our Eyes" via video link to the left. Lambert follows Kris Allen, James Durbin, Carrie Underwood and Scotty McCreery who have also returned for appearances on American Idol this season. He joined Lisa Marie Presley ...  

The top four American Idol contestants, Joshua Ledet, Jessica Sanchez, Hollie Cavanagh and Phillip Phillips performed for the nation’s vote Wednesday night. This season’s ‘Idol’ will be crowned in just two weeks, so Wednesday’s two rounds of performances were even more intense as a result....  

“American Idol”‘s final three contestants — Phillip Phillips, Joshua Ledet and Jessica Sanchez — faced off against each other Wednesday night in an epic battle that saw them each perform three numbers: one they chose themselves, one chosen by the judges and one chosen by...  

Gospel-driven singer Joshua Ledet lost any prayer of becoming the next American Idol Thursday. The big voiced contender got the late-breaking ax, leaving as the final two, 16-year-old R singer Jessica Sanchez and wily folk-rock wanna-be ...  

"We're disappointed that Josh isn't in the finale ... In 2006, Chris Daughtry finished fourth in the competition won by Taylor Hicks but went on to land a record deal with RCA Records and his own band. Jennifer Hudson finished in seventh ...  

A week after appearing on the hit show that launched his career, the "American Idol" alum many say is the greatest vocal talent to have ever graced the stage notches his first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200. In doing so, not only did he notch a personal ...  

Judges Jennifer Lopez, Randy Jackson and Steven Tyler were there to offer their thoughts. Here’s a rundown of the performances: Phillip was up first with Creedence Clearwater Revival’s “Have You Ever Seen the Rain,” and the song really ...  

Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips will compete for the “American Idol” crown on next week’s finale. Joshua Ledet was eliminated on Thursday night’s results show, and he sang James Brown’s “It’s a Man’s, Man’s, Man’s World ...  

AMERICAN IDOL LIVE! gives fans the unique opportunity to be up close and personal with Idol finalists Colton Dixon, DeAndre Brackensick, Elise Testone, Erika Van Pelt, Heejun Han, Hollie Cavanagh, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips ...  

He's been amping up his fans' anticipation for his new video for days and now Adam Lambert has finally given them what they were hoping for. Just after the release of his new album Trespassing, the former "American Idol" runner-up was encouraging his fans to help get the album back to the number one spot on iTunes as he took to his Twitter page teasing, "Let's get #Trespassing to #1 on @iTunes! Once we get there, I’ll give you a sneak peak of...  

SMASH star and American Idol finalist Katherine McPhee recently sat down with CNN and discussed her career thus far and her plans for the future. In the below video, McPhee answers questions regarding a possible Broadway debut and says she ...  

Note: Our regular "American Idol" recapper Laura Prudom was unable to watch on Mar. 14. She will be back tomorrow to bring you her expert "Idol"-pertise. In the meanwhile, please excuse my lack of musical knowledge and let's just mock Steven Tyler's hat ...  

With the season winding down to a close, "American Idol" narrowed the contestants down to the final two during a results show on Thursday night (May 17). Prior to the big announcement, Jennifer Lopez was spotted making a glamorous arrival to the studios before joining alongside fellow judges Steven Tyler and Randy Jackson for the evening's festivities.  

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“American Idol”‘s final three contestants — Phillip Phillips, Joshua Ledet and Jessica Sanchez — faced off against each other Wednesday night in an epic battle that saw them each perform three numbers: one they chose themselves, one ...  

"American Idol" is under way on Fox. Tonight's show will feature performances by Lisa Marie Presley and "Idol" alum Adam Lambert. Here's what's happened so far. The top three singers -- Phillip Phillips, Joshua Ledet and Jessica Sanchez -- kick ...  

Steven Tyler has no concept of "too soon." 'American Idol' Final 3: Why Joshua Ledet Should Win 'American Idol' Final 3: Why Phillip Phillips Should Win We're a week away from the season-11 finale, but American Idol's TMI-prone judge has already crowned ...  

Did Steven Tyler declare Jessica Sanchez the next "American Idol" a full seven days before the finale? It certainly sounded that way on Wednesday's show. After the 16 year old from Chula Vista, Calif., performed Mariah Carey's "My All," Tyler ...  

Adam Lambert captivated America in 2009 when he almost won American Idol. Lambert was brash, likable and glamorous, but he soon became better known for being the first openly gay Idol contender. Though Lambert finished as the runner-up, his ...  

Having this performance after the bashing of Philip will probably also help matters ... This is a great song that was amazingly done by both The Jackson 5 and Mariah Carey. I’ve been waiting for her to do something young, and she finally did it.  

The three "American Idol" Season 11 finalists -- Joshua Ledet, Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips -- took the stage Wednesday night to compete for a spot in next week's finale and, ultimately, the "Idol" crown. It was a surprisingly unexciting fight for the finish.  

The one and only Adam Lambert returned to the Idol stage to perform his new single “Never Close Our Eyes” during the American Idol season 11 semi-finals live results show on Thursday (May 17)- watch video below. American Idol Semi-Finals: Shocking Elimination, Final 2 Revealed! The Idol season 8 runner-up is back with an improved [...]  

PHILLIP PHILLIPS AND JESSICA SANCHEZ T ... . On Friday Adam Lambert Returns To American Idol was a top story. Here is the recap: (popmusiclife) Adam Lambert returned to the American Idol stage Thursday night. Adam was the runner-up on Season 8 of the Idol ...  

American Idol's Final Three performed three songs Wednesday night: one from the judges, one from resident mentor Jimmy Iovine, and their personal choice. Randy Jackson picked Etta James "I'd Rather Go Blind" for Joshua Ledet. He said he chose a ...  

Adam Lambert graced the American Idol stage on Thursday's results show with a colorful performance of "Never Close Our Eyes," from his new album Trespassing.   After the show, the glam rocker caught up with judges Steven Tyler and Randy Jackson then ...  

Last night, Ryan Seacrest announced three of the audition stops for next season. Auditions will be held in Los Angeles, CA, on June 7, Newark, NJ, on June 23 and Chicago, IL, on July 12. Additional cities will be announced next week. Anybody planning on ...  

“American Idol” season seven champ David Cook also has high praise for this year’s final three.  He calls Phillip “probably one of the more unique contestants this show’s ever had,” and says Joshua’s voice is “ridiculous.”  

Joshua Ledet and Jessica Sanchez, with both carrying off a set of jaw-dropping performances on Wednesday that received standing ovations from the judges' panel. Meanwhile, Hollie Cavanagh fell flat on a Bonnie Raitt classic and Phillip Phillips coasted by ...  

"Joshua needs melody," the veteran producer said ... with Phillips in second place and Ledet in third. Juliet Sims has the most votes for any "Voice" contender. The poll below includes the top 15 reader vote-getters. Vote for your favorites ...  

American Idol Live! gives fans the opportunity to be up close and personal with Idol finalists Colton Dixon, DeAndre Brackensick, Elise Testone, Erika Van Pelt, Heejun Han, Hollie Cavanagh, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips and Skylar Laine ...  

Adam Lambert has shot the music video for his recently released single "Never Close Our Eyes." Following its debut on American Idol Thursday, Lambert unveiled a sneak peek at the video late Saturday. In the sneak peek, Lambert awakens in what ...  

Lehigh University has announced the headliner for Zoellner Arts Center's premiere fundraiser Gala2012 in October. And it's a female singer who might not be an idol, but is a smash. Katharine McPhee, the recording artist who finished second on ...  

Just after the release of his newest album, Adam Lambert took the stage at the 103.5 KISS FM 2012 Fantabuloso concert in Chicago, Illinois on Friday (May 18). The former “American Idol” contestant took the stage in one of his wild and fun outfits that ...  

In order to go from being a runner-up on "American Idol" to landing a lead role on "Smash" while building a solo career in between, 28-year-old singer/actress Katharine McPhee says she had to focus on the positive. For anyone who sees her career ...  

The judges should not even talk because they never have any criticism. Randy Jackson mentioned she could sing the phonebook. I’m thinking that it would have been a better song selection. She really needs to knock her next song out of the park.  

As for the John Lennon classic, Ledet toned down his high-energy act to pay tribute to the pro-peace anthem, allowing the crowd to absorb the lyrics. The judges, suckers for that song like the rest of the world (smart, Josh), gave three thumbs up.  

Less than 24 hours after Adam Lambert released his new sophomore album Trespassing, it has already taken the No. 1 spot on iTunes. To say the American Idol alum is ecstatic is an understatement. “I already saw some pretty important reviews ...  

American Idol 2009 finalist Adam Lambert, has revealed that he is a fan of The X factor USA and The Voice, claiming that they are both 'great' for the music industry. Adam lost out to Kris Allen in the hit American talent show three years ago ...  

Next we get the behind-the-scenes of this week’s Ford commercial, because the only thing that’s more of a time-waster than watching a Ford music video during a primetime show is watching how that terrible commercial got made. Wait, we were wrong – a ...  

It was no pleasure to see Hollie Cavanagh go home on "American Idol" Thursday night, just shy of earning a slot in the top three and a hero's homecoming. Despite giving uneven performances all the way through – a few rousing numbers ("The ...  

What Inspired Adam Lambert's Latest Hair Look?People MagazineAlong with releasing his sophomore album this week, Adam Lambert also debuted a new silver-streaked hair do. “I wanted it to look like sunrise,” Lambert told PEOPLE last night at the American Idol results show. “My hairdresser and I have a lot of fun.and more »  

Phillip's parents are ridiculously cute. But my favorite "hometown heroes" segment had to be Joshua Ledet's. I thought he really came alive once he landed in Westlake, Louisiana. This place had everything: Crawfish, a parade, a dog in a top hat ...  

When asked on The Ellen DeGeneres Show today, she replied: "I don't know." If she returns, this will be her third season on the show since Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi and DeGeneres left in 2010. She would once again judge with Randy Jackson and Steve Tyler.  

I'm still upset about Skylar Laine. My colleague, John Kubicek, covered American Idol last week, so that I could cry privately and curl up next to a bottle of wine after the results show. Eventually the wine and tears tasted the SAME. This is my shocking ...  

The Season 11 "American Idol" Final 3 hit the stage on Wednesday night in their second to last push at winning the title, and after three rounds of performances, it might just end up an all-male final round next week. Joshua Ledet had three flawless ...  

Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips – will will perform one song of the judges’ choice, one song of Jimmy Iovine’s choice, and one song of their own choice. Also, American Idol Season 8 runner-up Adam Lambert and Lisa Marie Presley will take the stage ...  

Adam Lambert brought his new single "Never Close Our Eyes" to American Idol last night, and also did an extended interview with Google Play. "I wanted to call it Trespassing because I wanted the fans to feel like they're going to trespass into my world..."  

LOS ANGELES—Backstage at "American Idol," Hollie Cavanagh was bubbly and confident, practicing vocal riffs and giggling with fellow teenage contestant Jessica Sanchez. By the show's end Wednesday, Cavanagh was the sole finalist to be found ...  

In previous seasons, singers like Adam Lambert and Katherine McPhee have come very close to winning but didn't, even after amassing huge fan-bases and buzz. Thankfully their talent has taken them far: McPhee currently stars on NBC's Smash ...  

Willis Earl Beal has revealed that Simon Cowell told him to "shut up" and stop "blabbering" when he auditioned for The X Factor USA. The singer auditioned for the American version of the TV talent show before he went on to sign a deal with XL Records and ...  

Four contestants may be left in play, but "American Idol" turned into a real three-way Wednesday night. By contrast Ledet and Sanchez each earned standing O's from the judges. After Ledet's take on James Brown's "It's A Man's Man's Man's world ...  

American Idol is now down to the final four contestants and with the field narrowing, speculation is beginning to mount as to who will be the last standing in the quest for this year's crown. The smart money, of course, is on Joshua Ledet and Jessica ...  

On last night's AMERICAN IDOL, Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez were named the Top Three AMERICAN IDOL finalists. One of them will be crowned the next AMERICAN IDOL, but not before all three travel back to their hometowns, to see family ...  

The three finalists on "American Idol" will perform three songs apiece next week. Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez will deliver a song selected by the judges and another by producer Jimmy Iovine, who has better taste and more ...  

It has been a disappointment in the ratings despite a lavish promotional campaign trailing its launch. But Smash has just been renewed for another season by NBC, and the show's star Katherine McPhee is sure to be lighting up our screens for years to come ...  

American Idol theme for this week is California Dreamin’! The Top 4 – Jessica Sanchez, Hollie Cavanagh, Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips – will be singing one song from a California band or artist. For their second song, they will be singing a song ...  

David Archuleta. One of the great rivalries on the show where the two fan bases actually had respect for each other, because the "Two Davids" seemed to become real friends. His performance is good; not super-memorable, but then again it's a new ...  

Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez will deliver a song selected ... offers “Idol” runner-up Adam Lambert delivering “Never Close Our Eyes” and Lisa Maria Presley singing “You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet.” The main business ...  

If American Idol voters are only after glorious vocal belting, it is almost certain at this point that Joshua Ledet and Jessica Sanchez will do a 'Mantasia' vs 'Little Jennifer Hudson' face off in the season's finale two weeks from now.  

Strumming away on his guitar and dressed top to tail in black, Cook, who appeared on the show back in 2008, delivered a tight and emotionally resonant rendition of the song, which we admit is still playing in our heads even though the performance ended ...  

American Idol Recap: Ryan Seacrest's Proposal Fake-Out; Joshua Ledet Gets Another Standing Ovation Ryan Seacrest had America holding its breath when it appeared he was going to propose to girlfriend, "Footloose" and "Rock of Ages" actress Julianne Hough ...  

Last night, Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez were named the Top Three AMERICAN IDOL finalists. One of them will be crowned the next AMERICAN IDOL, but not before all three travel back to their hometowns, to see family ...  

LOS ANGELES — Hollie Cavanagh couldn’t make “American Idol” voters love her — at least not enough to push her forward in the Fox singing competition. The soaring 18-year-old vocalist from McKinney, Texas, was eliminated from the show ...  

While Adam Lambert prepares to release his second album to great fanfare, Kris Allen (who was runner-up to Lambert on Season 8 of ‘American Idol‘) continues to work hard to stay in the spotlight. Allen stopped by MYFM 104.3 in Los Angeles to play an ...  

As Ryan Seacrest was about to announce the results on Thursday’s “American Idol,” he noted that this was the week Chris Daughtry was shockingly sent home lo those many (six) years ago. But much like the rest of the episode, that was just a ...  

Jessica Sanchez – Steal Away: Jessica finally pulled the  Etta James page from her book of divas to take on last night. Her jazzy, soulful ... but we’re starting to wonder where the B wannabe ends and the real Jessica begins.  

LOS ANGELES – Hollie Cavanagh, the Liverpool-born, Texas-bred “American Idol” hopeful was sent home on May 10 after nearly 70 million people cast their votes on Wednesday night, eliminating her from the competition. Cavanagh, the dark ...  

E! OnlineAmerican Idol: Heejun Han Reveals Jennifer Lopez Wanted to Save Him! Plus ...E! OnlineOf course, we're talking about American Idol's Heejun Han, one of season 11's most polarizing contestants, who seemed to put just as much focus on making America laugh as he did on winning the competition. Unfortunately, Heejun's Idol journey came to ...'American Idol' 2012: Down to eight Idolettes - Celebrity NewsSan Francisco Luxury News'American...  

ABC NewsGroups identify trees bent by American IndiansSeattle Post Intelligencer23, 2012 photo, arborist Steve Houser talks about a Native American marker tree, left, in Dallas. The pecan tree, more than 300 years old, stands out from the others in a forested area of Dallas, a 25-foot segment of its trunk slightly bowed and ...Groups work to identify aging trees bent by American Indians to mark trails ...Washington Postall 81 news articles »  

The Associated PressIraqi-American murder highlights anti-Muslim hate crimesChicago TribuneEL CAJON, Calif (Reuters) - The murder of an Iraqi-American mother in a close-knit refugee community on the outskirts of San Diego has brought attention to a rise in bias crimes against Muslims, even as police caution against definitively labeling her ...Slain Iraqi-American woman buried in IraqReutersIraqi-American woman slain in US is buried in IraqThe...  

Globe and MailAmerican League's balance of power has shifted from East to WestChicago Sun-TimesGetty Images There was a time not long ago that the American League made sense. The power was in the East, where the Yankees and Red Sox would take turns flexing their muscles and opening up their checkbooks to try to buy a stranglehold on the rest of ...The Top Teams in the AL West Surpass the East in the American League : a Fan's ...Yahoo...  

In South Korea, US education means split familiesThe Seattle TimesAs American teenagers go, Sally Kim is pretty typical. She's crazy about singer Bruno Mars and the Plain White T's rock band, spends way too much time on Facebook and can't wait to start college in the fall. Associated Press No comments have been ...and more »  

ABC NewsTop BIA Official Resigns to Take LDS Church PostABC News"With Larry Echo Hawk's leadership, we have opened a new chapter in our nation to nation relationships with American Indian and Alaska Native tribal governments, accelerated the restoration of tribal homelands, improved safety in tribal communities, ...and more »  

New York Daily NewsQuirky stars of 'American Pie' were the ones to watchNew York Daily NewsBy Joe Neumaier / NEW YORK DAILY NEWS It seems right that most of the “American Pie” films — including “American Reunion,” opening Friday — end with a toast to times ahead, since this sex-and-friendship franchise has always been about overcoming the ...and more »  

Erika Van Pelt New York State of Mind Video 3-21-12 Erika Van Pelt is hitting the Top 10 American Idol stage to sing “New York State of Mind” by Billy Joel. Erika has cut off all of her blond hair and dyed it black? Or is that just some type of wig? Oh well she [...]  

Joshua Ledet She’s Got a Way Video 3-21-12 American Idol Season 11‘s Joshua Ledit will be singing Billy Joel’s “She’s Got a Way” originally sang in 1971. Yes, all the Top 10 contestants have to sing Billy Joel this week. I wonder how many young Idol viewers even know these songs? Jennifer and Randy were [...]  

Skylar Laine Shameless Video 3-21-12 American Idol Season 11 has Skylar Laine for their country girl and she is busting out the song “Shameless” by Billy Joel recorded in 1989. It was also remade by Garth Books. If not for the remake, I wouldn’t know the song. You will see in this video below that [...]  

Elise Testone Vienna Video 3-21-12 Billy Joel songs are this weeks category for the season 11 American Idol Top 10. Elise Testone is singing “Vienna” from 1977 album by Joel called ‘The Stranger’. I don’t know this song at all, but Elise did a great job. Her raspy voice just fit. American Idol Judge Randy [...]  

Phillip Phillips Movin’ Out Video 3-21-12 American Idols Phillip Phillips hits the Top 10 stage to sing a song from 1971 by Billy Joel called “Movin’ Out” or (Anthony’s Song). As usual Phil has his guitar and looks very relaxed. Phil Phillips has been one of the most talked about Idol contestants of the year [...]  

Hollie Cavanagh Honesty Video 3-21-12 On 3-21-12 the Top 10 of American Idol Season 11 sang songs by the one and only Billy Joel. Hollie Cavanagh picked a favorite called “Honesty” from 1979. I am pretty sure that Steven Tyler dressed her for this performance. “Sparkly and Bell Bottoms”! The American Idol Judges did not [...]  

Heejun Han My Life Video 3-21-12 American Idol Top 10 has Heejun Han singing a Billy Joel song “My Life”. Heejun makes this song as lively as no one else could. This has to be the most entertaining Billy Joel song of the night! His singing is not the best, but we have to love [...]  

Jessica Sanchez Everybody Has A Dream Video 3-21-12 Season 11‘s Jessica Sanchez picks the 1977 Billy Joel song “Everybody has a Dream” to sing for her American Idol Top 10 night. P. Diddy gave Jessica some very helpful advice to make her song believable. Steven Tyler said “When God was giving out vocal chords; you [...]  

Colton Dixon Piano Man Video 3-21-12 Season 11 American Idol rocker Colton Dixon hits the stage to sing Billy Joel’s “Piano Man”. Diddy, Guest Idol Mentor, and Jimmy have a slight difference of how much the song should be changed up. Colton sits at his red piano and did his thing. Jennifer said she had [...]  

Voted Off American Idol Season 11–March 22, 2012 Who will be voted off Idol? Who will be safe? Who will perform? Let’s find out! Feel free to discuss your likes, gripes, and predictions in the comments below! Hollie Cavanagh–Safe Elise Testone–Safe Skylar Laine–Safe Deandre Brackensick–Bottom Three Joshua Ledet–Safe Jessica Sanchez–Safe Erika van Pelt–Bottom Three Colton [...]  

Hollie Cavanagh Jesus Take the Wheel Video 3-28-12 American Idol hopeful Hollie Cavanagh is singing the song “Jesus Take the Wheel” by her Idol Carrie Underwood. Stevie Nicks wants Hollie to take the wheel and apparently she does as she makes Stevie cry. Idol Judge Randy Jackson didn’t think it was perfect, but it was [...]  

Deandre Brackensick Sometimes I Cry Video 3-28-12 The guy with the best hair on Season 11 American Idol is Deandre Brackensick, Tonight he sang “Sometimes I Cry” by Eric Benet. I have never heard of Benet, but at least he has Deandre that thinks he is super. Jimmy thinks that Deandre has to get it [...]  

Jessica Sanchez Sweet Dreams Video 3-28-12 Jessica Sanchez has one of the very best voices on American Idol Season 11. This week she is singing a song by Beyonce titled “Sweet Dreams”. Jessica has been a Beyonce fan since she was little. Jessica is taking this energetic song and making it into a ballad? Stevie [...]  

Phillip Phillips Still Rainin Video 3-28-12 Season 11‘s most original artist Phillip Phillips is singing “Still Rainin” by his Idol Jonny Lang.  Before he even gets to try his song out for the American Idol audience, he gets a great review from Stevie Nicks as she says That Phillip is beautiful and has a certain [...]  

Elise Testone Whole Lotta Love Video 3-28-12 American Idol contestant Elise Testone is singing a Led Zeppelin song “Whole Lotta Love”. Finally, someone with an Idol that I actually like. Stevie Nicks thinks Elise should not change a thing. I think Elise is a lot like Stevie, maybe we will see them together one day? [...]  

Voted Off American Idol Season 11 March 29 2012 Who will be voted off Idol? Will we see the use of the judges save? Scotty McCreery and Nicki Minaj perform tonight. Keep refreshing your page because we will be updating LIVE who is safe, and who is going home! And, as always, we will be [...]  

American Idol Season 11 80s Night Performance 4-4-12 Tonight, the Idols are singing music from my favorite genre–the 80s! Everyone knows that the 80s are the best genre for karaoke, so get ready for some truly karaoke-esque performances tonight. Don’t forget to leave your own two cents in the comments section below! I’ll be updating [...]  

Deandre Brackensick I Like It Video 4-4-12 American Idol is doing songs of the 80′s and Deandre Brackensick  has picked “I Like It” by Debarge. Deandre starts out wooing the girls in the audience and makes his way to the stage. He just isn’t doing for me. I was fine until he started with the [...]  

Elise Testone I Wanna Know What Love is Video 4-4-12 Season 11 Elise Testone has picked her song from the 80′s and it is, “I Wanna Know What Love Is”. This song was a huge hit in 1984. She almost picked “Hallelujah”, but thank God Jimmy Iovine talked her out of it. Guest American Idol [...]  

Phillip Phillips That’s All Video 4-4-12 American Idol hopefull Phillip Phillips has picked a song by Genesis. “That’s All” may just be a great song for Phil to sing, if he can get himself ready before the show. He had a hard time during rehearsal. But, he just never seems to get “into” the song. [...]  

Joshua Ledet If You Don’t Know Me by Now Video 4-4-12 American Idols 80′s week has Joshua Ledet singing “If You Don’t Know Me by Now” by Simply Red. I agree with Season 11 guest mentor, Gwen Stefani that Joshua has picked a song perfect for him. Jimmy also thinks he will do great and [...]  

Jessica Sanchez How Will I Know Video 4-4-12 Jessica Sanchez is a small girl with a HUGE voice and for the Season 11 80′s week on American Idol she is singing Whitney Houston’s “How Will I Know”. Gwen Stefani is sure that Jessica is going to nail the song, but she wants her be less [...]  

Hollie Cavanagh Flashdance Video 4-4-12 American Idol sweetheart Hollie Cavanagh is singing “Flashdance” from the 80′s hit movie. Oh, I loved that movie! I am afraid that Hollie is going to make it yet another ballad, but she does move it along to bad she just doesn’t seem to keep up. American Idol Judges Jennifer [...]  

Colton Dixon Time After Time Video 4-4-12 American Idol Season 11‘s rocker Colton Dixon is singing the 80′s hit “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauper. Guest mentor, Gwen Stefani helps Colton change the song up a bit so it has more of a rock sound. Jimmy thinks Colton is going to do great and will [...]  

Skylar Laine Wind Beneath My Wings Video 4-4-12 American Idol‘s Season 11‘s country girl, Skylar Laine is singing “Wind Beneath My Wings” by Bette Midler. Her other song choice was the very famous Dolly Parton song 9 to 5. Gwen Stefani thinks that if Skylar can combine her emotion and her personality to the song, [...]  

Voted Off American Idol Season 11 April 5 2012 Who will be voted off American Idol tonight? Will the judges use their save? Let’s find out together! West Coasters and people without cable, have no fear! I will be keeping you up-to-date with who is safe and who is not, as well as recapping all [...]  

American Idol Season 11 “Songs From The Current Decade” Top 7 Performance Live 4-11-2012 Time to recap another way-too-long episode of American Idol! How oh how will they stretch seven performances into two hours? Get ready for lots of filler, and a whole bunch of songs I’ve never heard of! I read someone was going [...]  

Joshua Ledet Ready for Love Video 4-25-12 Joshua Ledet takes to the Season 11 American Idol stage to wow us with ‘Ready for Love’ by IndiaArie. For a 2nd time on 4-25-12, Joshua gets a standing ovation. All of the judges loved it. It also looks like the American Idol fans in the studio loved [...]  

Voted Off Idol Season 11: April 26, 2012 Who will be voted off American Idol? Who will make it to the Top 5? What are your predictions? Keep refreshing your page, as I will be posting the results LIVE as they happen! And as always, feel free to be snarky in the comments section below! [...]  

Phillip Phillips The Stone Video 4-25-12 American Idol hopeful Phillip Phillips has picked a Dave Matthews song for his second performance of 4-25-12. Someone said this is the 1st time that an Idol contestant has done a Dave Matthews song. Well, leave it to Phillip to shake things up for Season 11 as he sings [...]  

Skylar Laine Fortunate Son Video 5-2-12 Season 11‘s country girl Skylar Laine will be singing ‘Fortunate Son‘ by CCR (Creedence Clearwater Revival). Jimmy tells her she is going to have to “put a jetpack on it” since she was in the bottom 3 last week. All 3 of the American Idol judges think she did [...]  

Phillip Phillips The Letter Video 5-2-12 Season 11 Phillip Phillips hi version of ‘The Letter‘ by the Box Tops. American Idol guest mentor, Steven Van Zant, wants Jimmy to leave Phillip alone because he’s good. Guess he told Jimmy! Season 11 Idol judges Jennifer and Randy liked it because Phillip made it his own. Steven [...]  

Jessica Sanchez Proud Mary Video 5-2-12 The ballad singer of Season 11 American Idol, Jessica Sanchez sang ‘Proud Mary’ by Ike and Tina Turner. Idol guest mentor Steven Van Zant wants to talk her out of it, but likes her take on it. Idol judges Steven and Jennifer think Jessica did good. Randy on the [...]  

Hollie Cavanagh The Climb Video 4-24-12 Hollie Cavanagh got through the Season 11 auditions by singing the same song she did here. Hollie sang ‘The Climb‘ by Miley Cyrus on 4-25-12. The judges thought Hollie finally showed everyone why she is a top contestant for American Idol. Watch the Hollie Cavanagh The Climb Video aired [...]  

Skylar Laine Didn’t You Know How Much I Loved You Video 4-11-12 Songs of the current decade is the theme for American Idol top 7 week. Season 11‘s Skylar Laine will be singing “Didn’t You Know How Much I Loved You” by Kellie Pickler. Jimmy Iovine is afraid the song may not be big enough [...]  

Jessica Sanchez You Are So Beautiful Video 5-2-12 American Idol hopeful Jessica Sanchez keeps it safe in on the 2nd half of the show n 5-2-12. Jessica comes out to sing Joe Cocker’s ‘You Are So Beautiful’. The Season 11 Idol judges again think Jessica is wonderful. Jennifer seems so proud that they saved Jessica [...]  

American Idol Season 11 Top 4 Performance Live 5-9-2012 Tonight, the theme is “California Dreaming” and “Songs You Wish You Wrote”. Keep refreshing your page, as I will be updating who is singing what and the voting numbers as they happen. And, as always, feel free to leave your own two cents in the comments [...]  

Voted Off Idol Season 11: May 3, 2012 Who will be voted off American Idol? Who will make it to the Top 4? What are your predictions? Keep refreshing your page, as I will be posting the results LIVE as they happen! And as always, feel free to be snarky in the comments section below! [...]  

Phillip Phillips Have You Ever Seen the Rain Video 5-9-12. Phillip Phillips is the most original of the Season 11 contestants; He has made it all the way to the American Idol top 4. On 5-9-12 he takes the stage to sing “Have You Ever Seen The Rain” by CCR (Creedence Clearwater Revival). Phillip doesn’t [...]  

Jessica Sanchez Steal Away Video 5-9-12 During Season 11 of American Idol, Jessica Sanchez had been voted off Idol, saved and is now in the Top 4. She is singing ‘Steal Away’ by Etta James on 5-9-12. She is such a small girl with a big voice that she has amazed us all. All of [...]  

Jessica Sanchez And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going Video 5-9-12 Season 11‘s Jessica Sanchez is finishing off the show on 5-9-12 with ‘And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going’ from Dreamgirls’. Jessica shows that she has a huge voice just like Jennifer Hudson. The American Idol judges go wild. Jimmy Iovine loves [...]  

Hollie Cavanagh I Can’t Make You Love Me Video 5-9-12 For the 2nd half of American Idol on 5-9-12, Hollie Cavanagh takes on ‘I Can’t Make You Love Me’ by Bonnie Raitt. During Season 11 Hollie has been told that she thinks too much as she sings and that is what she did again with [...]  

Joshua Ledet I’d Rather Go Blind Video 5-16-12 In the 1st round of American Idol Top 3 on 5-16-12, the Judges will pick the song. Randy Jackson has picked “I’d Rather Go Blind” by Etta James for Joshua Ledet. It’s an old classic and the Season 11 judges think they have done Joshua a favor [...]  

Voted Off Idol Season 11: May 10, 2012 Who will be voted off American Idol? Who will make it to the Top 3? What are your predictions? Keep refreshing your page, as I will be posting the results LIVE as they happen! And as always, feel free to be snarky in the comments section below! [...]  

Jessica Sanchez My All Video 5-16-12 American Idol Judges have chosen ‘My All‘ by Mariah Carey for Jessica Sanchez to sing in the 1st round of the Top 3 show aired on 5-16-12. During Season 11 we have watched Jessica stick with the ballads and I wonder if she will break out of her shell [...]  

Joshua Ledet It’s a Man’s World Video 5-9-12 On 5-9-12 for Season 11, Joshua Ledet is taking on a James Brown song as a “song I wish I’d written”. Joshua kills it as he performs ‘It’s a Man’s Man’s Man’s World’. The American idol judges are certainly fans of Joshua. Randy even says, “I think [...]  

Joshua Ledet Runaway Baby Video 4-11-12 American Idol Season 11‘s Joshua Ledet will sing “Runaway Baby” by Bruno Mars. Idol guest mentor Akon thinks Joshua’s tone can pierce through hearts. This performance could put Joshua Ledet in the running for the American Idol Season 11 finale. All the Idol judges loved everything about Joshua’s performance. [...]  

Elise Testone Bold as Love Video 4-25-12 For Elise Testones second song on 4-25-12, she picks a 1967 Jimi Hendrix song called ‘Bold as Love’. I guess Elise is filling the American Idol rocker wanna be spot on Idol now that Colton is gone. I’m just not sure that young Idol fans will get this [...]  

Phillip Phillips Beggin Video 5-16-12 American Idol top 3 round 1 has Phillip Phillips singing ‘Beggin‘ by Madcon. The Season 11 judges say this picked this song because they want to drag the melody out of Phillip (or something like that). Phillip changed the song up a bit and all 3 judges sang his praises [...]  

Joshua Ledet Ain’t Too Proud to Beg Video 5-2-12 As one of only 2 boys left on Season 11 American Idol, Joshua Ledet sang ‘Ain’t to Proud to Beg’ by the Temptations. All 3 of the American Idol judges give Joshua rave reviews. Steven Tyler says he thinks Joshua is one of the top 2 [...]  

Skylar Laine You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me Video 5-2-12 Skylar Laine chose to do ‘You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me’ by Dusty Springfield for the British portion of American Idol on 5-2-12. Although the song is from 1966, Season 11 Judge Steven Tyler thinks Skylar has brought the song into [...]  

Joshua Ledet To Love Somebody Video 5-2-12 On 5-2-12 of American Idol, Joshua Ledet chose to sing the Bee Gees ‘To Love Somebody’. Joshua didn’t know the song when it was suggested to him, but he learned it within minute. The Season 11 Judges can hardly say enough good things about Joshua singing this son. [...]  

Hollie Cavanagh Bleeding Love Video 5-2-12 Season 11‘s Hollie Cavanagh started off the British portion of the show on 5-2-12, with ‘Bleeding Love’ by Leona Lewis. Hollie seems to have finally come into herself tonight as all 3 of the American Idol Judges loved this song also. Maybe Hollie was just waiting for the right [...]