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    TikTok Sensation Luke Taylor Earns Ticket To Hollywood On ‘American Idol’ With Cover Of Classic Country Hit

    Posted on March 7, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    Luke Taylor is already a TikTok sensation with over 2 million followers, but does he have what it takes to be the next American Idol?  The 20-year-old college student has a unique, deep voice and he quickly caught the attention…

    Mike Parker, Luke Bryan; American Idol

    WATCH: Mike Parker’s “Strawberry Wine” Cover Gives Luke Bryan “Chill Bumps” on ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 6, 2022

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    Lauren Jo Black

    Mike Parker grew up in Virginia and was surrounded by music as a child because his parents were the lead vocalists in a band, so it’s no surprise that he would catch the musical bug.  That led him to American…

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    Watch Betty Maxwell Cover Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood During ‘American Idol’ Audition

    Posted on March 6, 2022

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    Lauren Jo Black

    Could Betty Maxwell be the next American Idol?  The Warner Robbins, Georgia native was crowned Miss America in 2016 and sang her way through the competition with classical opera. She’s been singing since she was just three years old and…

    Aaron Westberry, Luke Bryan; Photo Courtesy of ABC/American Idol

    Luke Bryan Says Aaron Westberry “Will Melt Hearts” With His “Heartbreak Tone” After Sam Hunt Cover On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 6, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    20-year-old Aaron Westberry might just be one of the most mellow contestants that American Idol has ever had on the show. The aspiring singer and produce stocker from Greenville, South Carolina never performed in front of anyone before, except for sending…

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    Wyatt Pike Reveals Reason For Abruptly Exiting ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 3, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    Wyatt Pike has revealed the reason for his departure from Season 18 of American Idol. The former American Idol contestant abruptly withdrew from the show just before the Top 12 was revealed, which he would’ve been a part of. Following…

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    ‘American Idol’ Contestant Makes History With First-Ever Platinum Ticket After Performance At Luke Bryan’s 32 Bridge

    Posted on February 27, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    Following her impressive American Idol audition, Huntergirl (also known as Hunter Wolkonowski) was surprised with an invitation to perform in Downtown Nashville at Luke Bryan’s Broadway bar. “It’s the year of the girl country singer, really the girl singers,” Bryan…

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    Luke Bryan Compares HunterGirl To Miranda Lambert After Rascal Flatts Cover On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on February 27, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    Did American Idol just discover the next female country superstar? 23-year-old HunterGirl (also known as Hunter Wolkonowski) left a lasting impression on the Idol judges with a cover of Rascal Flatts’ “Riot.” The Winchester, TN native, who works with veterans…

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    Chayce Beckham Reflects On ‘American Idol’ Journey As Iconic 20th Season Begins: “It All Starts Here”

    Posted on February 27, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    Chayce Beckham is looking back on his American Idol experience as the historic new season begins. The Idol Season 19 champion took to social media on Sunday evening (Feb. 27) to reminisce on his experience on the show and wish…

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    WATCH: 19-Year-Old Noah Thompson Wows ‘American Idol’ Judges With Cover Of Kameron Marlowe’s “Giving You Up”

    Posted on February 27, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    19-year-old Noah Thompson always wanted to play music and hoped to one day be a big star but never had the confidence to pursue his dreams…until now. The aspiring singer and construction worker from Louisa, Kentucky was forced to audition…

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    Luke Bryan & Wife Caroline Bryan “Happy” & All Smiles As They Prepare To Watch Season Premiere Of ‘American Idol’

    Posted on February 27, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    Luke Bryan is HOME SWEET HOME. After nearly a month in Las Vegas, the country superstar reunited with his wife, children, and dogs at home in Tennessee on Sunday (Feb. 27). Bryan’s wife Caroline took to social media to share…

    What Is American Idol’s Platinum Ticket & What Does It Do?

    Posted on February 24, 2022

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    Christine Sellers

    American Idol will introduce the Platinum Ticket this season, but what is it and what does it do?  The Platinum Ticket, which is given to contestants during the audition rounds, helps them get to Hollywood Week, The Wrap reported. American…

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    WATCH: Benson Boone Performs Debut Single “Ghost Town” On ‘The Ellen Show’

    Posted on February 8, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    Benson Boone gave the live television debut of his viral hit during The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Tuesday afternoon (Feb. 8).  The breakout singer/songwriter and former American Idol contestant performed his debut single “Ghost Town” alongside his band, live from…

    Ryan Seacrest, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Katy Perry; Photo Courtesy of ABC

    ‘American Idol’ Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry & Lionel Richie On A Quest To Find “The Best Talent In The Universe”

    Posted on February 1, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    Later this month, Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will return to their judges chairs for Season 20 of American Idol. Ahead of the popular singing competition series’ premiere on Feb. 20, Idol has shared a first look at…

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    ‘American Idol’ Reveals Shocking Change & Teases Return Of Famous Alumni

    Posted on January 12, 2022

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    Andrew Wendowski

    Major changes are coming to American Idol. On Wednesday (Jan. 12), ABC Network, home to the popular singing competition show, shared a clip revealing updates to the milestone 20th Season of Idol. Contestants might be in for major surprises this…

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    BREAKING: ‘American Idol’ Reveals Season 20 Premiere Date

    Posted on December 2, 2021

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    Andrew Wendowski

    It’s official – American Idol is set to return for its monumental 20th season on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at 8/7c on ABC.  The award-winning competition show revealed the news on Thursday (Dec. 2), and within moments, country superstar and Idol…