‘American Idol': Phil Kane Stuns Judges With His Earnest Songwriting [Watch]‘American Idol': Phil Kane Stuns Judges With His Earnest Songwriting [Watch]He's been called the "country Jackson Browne." Grace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan Vaughn
‘American Idol’ Contestant Reacts to a ‘Hurtful’ ‘Mom Shaming’ Joke From Katy Perry [Watch]‘American Idol’ Contestant Reacts to a ‘Hurtful’ ‘Mom Shaming’ Joke From Katy Perry [Watch]After viewers criticized Katy Perry's comments, the contestant offered her perspective on social media.Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
‘American Idol': Mariah Faith Dubbed a ‘Star’ by Katy Perry After Impressive Country Audition [Watch]‘American Idol': Mariah Faith Dubbed a ‘Star’ by Katy Perry After Impressive Country Audition [Watch]This would-be Idol's powerful backstory is a tear-jerker, too.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge
‘American Idol': Warren Peay, Compared to Chris Stapleton, Advances to Hollywood [Watch]‘American Idol': Warren Peay, Compared to Chris Stapleton, Advances to Hollywood [Watch]This audition gave Luke Bryan goosebumps.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge
‘American Idol': Lionel Richie Mini-Me Tripp Taylor Covers Ray Charles [Watch]‘American Idol': Lionel Richie Mini-Me Tripp Taylor Covers Ray Charles [Watch]Tripp is the epitome of an old soul. JessJess
‘American Idol': See Why Colt Glover Has Been Labeled ‘Best Country Singer’ So Far‘American Idol': See Why Colt Glover Has Been Labeled ‘Best Country Singer’ So Far'American Idol' judge Katy Perry really liked Colt Glover. Billy DukesBilly Dukes
‘American Idol': Cay Aliese Honors Her Late Father, ‘The Voice’ Singer Nolan Neal‘American Idol': Cay Aliese Honors Her Late Father, ‘The Voice’ Singer Nolan NealCay Aliese is the 24-year-old daughter of Nolan Neal, an accomplished singer and songwriter who died last summer.Billy DukesBilly Dukes
‘American Idol': Marybeth Byrd Earns Golden Ticket With SteelDrivers Song [Watch]‘American Idol': Marybeth Byrd Earns Golden Ticket With SteelDrivers Song [Watch]She's a country radio DJ with big dreams of stardom.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge
‘American Idol': Soul Singer Elijah McCormick Brings Tears With Rascal Flatts Hit [Watch]‘American Idol': Soul Singer Elijah McCormick Brings Tears With Rascal Flatts Hit [Watch]This 'American Idol' star-in-the-making shared a powerful story about a near-death experience that shaped his life.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge
‘American Idol': Preston Duffee Mesmerizes Judges With a Song Inspired by His Late Mom [Watch]‘American Idol': Preston Duffee Mesmerizes Judges With a Song Inspired by His Late Mom [Watch]Music has helped this 'American Idol' hopeful cope through some of his darkest times.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge
‘American Idol’ High School Shooting Survivor Earns Praise With Whiskey Myers Cover [Watch]‘American Idol’ High School Shooting Survivor Earns Praise With Whiskey Myers Cover [Watch]Katy was just devastated by his story.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge
‘American Idol': Teenage Singer Has Emotional Reunion With Her Army Father After Audition [Watch]‘American Idol': Teenage Singer Has Emotional Reunion With Her Army Father After Audition [Watch]When it comes to American Idol, one thing is for sure: The show does not run short of fresh talent or emotional stories.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge