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Hollie Cavanagh Proves ‘The Power of Love’ on ‘American Idol’
She's the tiny girl with the giant voice that leaves everyone tilting their heads and asking, "Where does that come from?" On a night when many contestants have faced criticism, Hollie Cavanagh had to follow contestant Joshua Ledet, who got a three-judge standing ovation and left Jennifer Lopez exclaiming that it was the best thing she's seen on 'American Idol' -- ever.
Shannon Magrane Takes a Bite out of Mariah Carey’s ‘One Sweet Day’ on ‘American Idol’
If you're a 16-year-old in tonight's episode of 'American Idol,' not only do you have the challenge of proving yourself despite your young age, you also have to sing a song from your 1995 birth year -- a time when some of the biggest singing divas were at their peak. Tonight, Shannon Magrane took a bite out of the Mariah Carey / Boyz II Men collaboration 'One Sweet Day,' and after terrifying the j
Phillip Phillips Overcomes Kidney Stones to Bring ‘Hard to Handle’ to ‘Idol’ Stage
Audience favorite Phillip Phillips had a rough week to say the least. The young guitarist with the endearing voice was rushed to the hospital late last week for kidney stones. But, don't worry America, that didn't stop him from making it to his rehearsal to work with guest judges will.i.am and record label executive Jimmy Iovine and blow them both away.
Phillip Phillips Brings His Own Sound to ‘Superstition’ on ‘American Idol’
Once the lights came up after Jessica Sanchez' mind-blowing performance of Whitney Houston's 'I Will Always Love You,' we were kind of wondering what unfortunate soul would have to follow. But when we saw that it was fan favorite Phillip Phillips, we knew he could hold his own. Phillips brought his acoustic guitar, his baby blue eyes and his musical soul to the stage tonight for Stevie Wonder's 'S
Heejun Han Brings Rousing Version of ‘All in Love Is Fair’ on ‘American Idol’
Heejun Han is the comic relief every time the camera pans his way, but tonight the 'American Idol' contestant brought a quiet and moving performance of Stevie Wonder's 'All in Love Is Fair.'
‘American Idol’ Contestant Shannon Magrane Swings and Misses on ‘I Have Nothing’
You've gotta love the 16-year-olds on 'American Idol,' the youngsters stepping up to the plate of one of the most intimidating stages in the country and singing their hearts out. With nerves running painfully high among the 'Idol' Top 13 tonight, some stars-to-be are ramping up the energetic vibe, while others are losing their cool in the spotlight...
‘American Idol’ Contestant Elise Testone ‘Boxes With’ Whitney Houston’s ‘I’m Your Baby Tonight’
Favorite soulstress Elise Testone wields the power in her gravelly voice to wrap an entire audience into whatever she sings, but this week she struggled to sieze the moment and left judges feeling lukewarm. Testone, who wowed us last week with her take on Adele's 'One and Only' just couldn't quite get there with late pop diva Whitney Houston's 'I'm Your Baby Tonight.'
16-Year-Old Jessica Sanchez Brings ‘American Idol’ Judges to Their Feet
With only two girls left to perform, Jessica Sanchez took the 'American Idol' stage tonight to chat first with Ryan Seacrest about the emotional week she's had while losing her voice and having to visit the doctor. When asked how she thought her voice would hold up for her performance, the 16-year-old San Diego native was obviously apprehensive.
‘American Idol’ Hopeful Brielle Von Hugel Brings Her Bluesy Side With ‘(Sittin’ On) the Dock of the Bay’
Staten Island's Brielle Von Hugel just might be one of the youngest contestants on 'American Idol' this season (she's only 17), but girl proved tonight that she's got the pipes it takes to become a frontronner in the competition.
‘American Idol’ Crooner Adam Brock Brings ‘White Chocolate’ to Hollywood Stage
It seems that just about every great singer on 'American Idol' this week had "Georgia" on their minds. We're not sure why, but pretty much every top performer blew the judges away with a rendition of the Ray Charles classic. Not least among the 'Georgia on My Mind' singers was new father and last performer of the night Adam Brock.