Samantha Ray, Carrie Underwood; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Samantha Ray Pays Tribute To Late Sister With “I Hope You Dance” On ‘American Idol,’ Bringing Carrie Underwood To Tears

Posted on March 30, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

I lost her to a drug overdose, and so losing her hurts a lot because she was a year younger than me…. so, I’m here for her,” Ray explained.

Bryson Quick, Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Bryson Quick Stuns with Countrified Pink Floyd Cover on ‘American Idol,’ Earning Hollywood Ticket and Opry Performance

Posted on March 16, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“You got a big, powerful voice and a good range and a good little vibrato under there. Got your own kind of little style,” Luke Bryan gushed.

Kase Tippens, Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Kase Tippens Covers Red Clay Strays On ‘American Idol,’ But Judges Say “Your Time Is Not Quite Now”

Posted on March 16, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“That was beautifully fourteen,” Bryan said, acknowledging that Tippens vocals needed a bit of work.

Isaiah Moore, Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Isaiah Moore Cancels Honeymoon For ‘American Idol’ Audition—And Leaves Judges in Tears With Luke Combs Cover

Posted on March 16, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“I felt the passion. I felt the pain. You’re carrying a lot inside, but your blessing is that you can actually deliver it in a vocal that’s touching,” Richie said.

Landry Champlin, Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

Landry Champlin Earns Praise From Carrie Underwood On ‘American Idol’ With “Good Girl” Performance

Posted on March 16, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“That was great. And I feel like you definitely made it your own… You did great. It was awesome. You held your own,” Underwood said, praising Champlin’s Idol audition.

Crews Wright, Luke Bryan; Photo Provided by American Idol / ABC

17-Year-Old High School Student Crews Wright And Luke Bryan Sing Duet Of George Strait Hit On ‘American Idol’

Posted on March 9, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

“Boy, that was amazing! You going to go places, son,” Richie said, praising Crews Wright’s cover of George Strait’s “Fireman.”

Lionel Richie, Ryan Seacrest, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan; Courtesy of American Idol

Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood And Lionel Richie Invite Viewers On Dream-Making Journey In New American Idol Promo Video

Posted on January 2, 2025

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Andrew Wendowski

Season 23 of American Idol will launch with a two-hour premiere on March 9 at 8/7c via ABC.

Ryan Seacrest, Carrie Underwood; Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2025

Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2025: Full List Of Performers And Everything You Need To Know

Posted on December 31, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2025 will broadcast live beginning on Tuesday, December 31, at 8/7c via ABC Network.

HARDY; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

HARDY Honors His Wife Caleigh with Heartfelt Tribute Performance At 2024 CMA Fest

Posted on June 25, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

“I wrote this song for my beautiful wife, it’s called ‘SIX FEET UNDER,'” HARDY said.

Ashley McBryde, Photo Courtesy of Andrew Wendowski

Ashley McBryde Takes Break From Co-Hosting Duties To Perform “The Devil I Know” At 2024 CMA Fest

Posted on June 25, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

The country superstar stormed the stage with a rockin’ performance of her latest single at Country radio.

Lainey Wilson, Photo Courtesy of Andrew Wendowski

Lainey Wilson Proves Her Reign as CMA Entertainer of the Year with Epic CMA Fest Performances

Posted on June 25, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

Wilson not only delivered a show-stopping solo performance, but she also joined special guests Terri Clark, Keith Urban and Jelly Roll for duets.

Ashley McBryde, Jelly Roll; Photo Courtesy of Robby Klein/Disney

2024 CMA Fest ABC Special: Full List Of Songs, Performers, Hosts & More

Posted on June 25, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

The CMA Fest Special will air on Tuesday, June 25 at 8/7c on ABC.

CHER, Jennifer Hudson; Photo by Frank Micelotta/PictureGroup for FOX

Jennifer Hudson And CHER Team Up For Iconic Duet At 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards

Posted on April 1, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

The unforgettable performance will certainly go down in history as one of the best moments in iHeartRadio Music Awards history.

Noah Peters, The Singing Barber; Photo Courtesy of @ItsBristolBaby on Instagram

American Idol Contestant Noah Peters Delivers Stunning Rendition Of The National Anthem At 2024 Food City 500

Posted on March 18, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

All eyes were on Peters as he confidently belted out the lyrics to the Patriotic tune.

Reba McEntire, Photo Courtesy of Art Streiber/NBC via The Voice

Reba McEntire Sets Record Straight And Warns Fans Of “False” News Circulating Online

Posted on February 26, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

“Please do not click on any articles,” McEntire requested.