Luke Bryan; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Luke Bryan Honors His Kids With Heartfelt Performance Of “Jesus ‘Bout My Kids” On ‘American Idol’

Posted on April 20, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

Co-written by Tucker Beathard, Jeff Hyde, Brad Rempel and Ben Stennis, “Jesus ‘Bout My Kids” appears on Luke Bryan’s latest album, Mind Of A Country Boy.

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Brandon Lake And Jelly Roll Spark A Soulful Revival On ‘American Idol’ With “Hard Fought Hallelujah”

Posted on April 20, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“Hard Fought Hallelujah” featuring Jelly Roll will appear on Brandon Lake’s forthcoming new album, King Of Hearts.

Jamal Roberts; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Jelly Roll “Blown Away” By Jamal Roberts’ Cover Of “Liar” On ‘American Idol’: “This Is Now Jamal’s Song”

Posted on April 15, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“I would feel disrespectful to call this my song at this moment. This is now Jamal’s song,” Jelly Roll gushed of Jamal Roberts.

Olivier Bergeron, Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Jelly Roll Gets Emotional Watching Olivier Bergeron Pour His Heart Into “I Am Not Okay” On ‘American Idol’

Posted on April 15, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“To be a kid that hardly speaks English, to be coming over here and kicking this much butt already. I am a big fan,” Jelly Roll said of Olivier Bergeron.

Luke Bryan, Jelly Roll, Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Jelly Roll Makes His Grand Entrance On ‘American Idol’ As First-Ever “Artist In Residence”

Posted on April 6, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“Glad to be a part of the Idol family for the rest of the season,” Jelly Roll said as he made his grand entrance on the show.

Olivier Bergeron, Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Olivier Bergeron Channels Inner Rockstar With Impressive Audioslave Cover On ‘American Idol’

Posted on April 6, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“There’s your rockstar right there,” Luke Bryan gushed to Carrie Underwood.

Slater Nalley; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

17-Year-Old Slater Nalley Stuns On ‘American Idol’ With An Original Song And Vocals Reminiscent Of Chris Stapleton

Posted on April 1, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“You got a lot more stories to tell, and we’re glad you’re telling them,” Luke Bryan told Nalley.

Insite; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Insite Bids Farewell To ‘American Idol’ After Two Memorable Rock Performances, Teases New Original Music

Posted on March 31, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“Make sure you stick around because this is just the beginning for Insite,” he wrote on social media before teasing new original music.

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Crews Wright Wins Over ‘American Idol’ Judges And Seals His Fate With Conway Twitty Classic

Posted on March 31, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

Crews Wright was among the 62 Idol hopefuls who advanced after what the show described as “the biggest cut in Idol history.”

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Sonny Tennet Earns Standing Ovation With Whitney Houston Cover On ‘American Idol,’ Fate Revealed

Posted on March 31, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“It was a dream come true, honestly, getting a standing ovation in the theater,” Tennet said.

Baylee Littrell; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Baylee Littrell Carves His Own Path To Stardom On ‘American Idol’ With Emotional “Hey Jesus” Performance

Posted on March 31, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie praised his authenticity and talents as a singer/songwriter.

Oliver Bergeron; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Olivier Bergeron Takes ‘American Idol’ by Storm with Jelly Roll Cover Despite A Language Barrier

Posted on March 30, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“You’ve got a unique style that you can work with,” Richie said.

Trenton Wright; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Flight Test Engineer Trenton Wright Takes a Leap of Faith with ‘American Idol’ Audition: “This Could Be Life-Changing”

Posted on March 30, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

Luke Bryan said Trenton Wright resembles Yellowstone’s Luke Grimes’ little brother.

Ethan Senger; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Ethan Senger Wows ‘American Idol’ Judges with Keith Urban Cover And Heartwarming Mother-Son Performance

Posted on March 30, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“It’s a yes from me Georgia boy, congratulations,” Luke Bryan said.

Gabe James; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Gabe James Channels Patrick Swayze During ‘American Idol’ Audition, Wins Over Judges with Bon Iver Cover

Posted on March 30, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“You’re like Patrick Swayze waltzing in here like that,” Underwood added.