This week on “American Idol,” five singers — Layla Spring, Dominique, Brandon Diaz, Kay Kay and Trevor McBane — were eliminated just prior to making the Season 16 live shows. Judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan made the tough decisions after seeing them all perform as solo singers and in duets with professional artists. Hours after the elimination episode aired on ABC, Perry Tweeted this emotional message to the five home-bound singers:
“Just because your #americanidol journey has ended, please don’t let it discourage you. Keep singing, keep following your dreams! Trust and believe I heard no 1,786 times before I heard yes.”
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Layla, Trevor and Brandon all retweeted Perry’s remarks, with Layla writing back, “Aww I love you so much @katyperry thank you for all of your kind words!
“Just because your #americanidol journey has ended, please don’t let it discourage you. Keep singing, keep following your dreams! Trust and believe I heard no 1,786 times before I heard yes.”
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Layla, Trevor and Brandon all retweeted Perry’s remarks, with Layla writing back, “Aww I love you so much @katyperry thank you for all of your kind words!
- 4/11/2018
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
On the April 9 episode of “American Idol,” Ryan Seacrest revealed that only seven of the dozen singers were moving on to the live shows. This meant that five contestants in Group 1 of the Top 24 saw their dreams of winning season 16 end. Which of these artists do you think was wrongly eliminated and was most deserving of a place in the Top 14? Vote in our poll below and then sound off in the comments section.
In episodes taped weeks ago, the remaining two dozen artists from the Top 50 had been split into two groups. Each of those Top 24 contestants had to perform both solo and in duets with celebrities in front of judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. That trio of talent then determined if each contestant deserved a place in the Top 14.
Photos ‘American Idol’ Season 16: Top 14 Finalists
The five singers in contention in Group 1 to be eliminated were: Kay Kay Alexis,...
In episodes taped weeks ago, the remaining two dozen artists from the Top 50 had been split into two groups. Each of those Top 24 contestants had to perform both solo and in duets with celebrities in front of judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. That trio of talent then determined if each contestant deserved a place in the Top 14.
Photos ‘American Idol’ Season 16: Top 14 Finalists
The five singers in contention in Group 1 to be eliminated were: Kay Kay Alexis,...
- 4/10/2018
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
“American Idol” is halfway through the Top 24 stage of the competition and seven of the singers in Group 1 have made the cut to sing on the live shows starting April 22. Which of these these lucky seven do you think could go all the way and win season 16? Vote in our poll below and then sound off in the comments section.
The first wave of contestants in the Top 14 were revealed at the end of the April 9 episode of this revival on ABC hosted Ryan Seacrest. In episodes taped weeks ago, the remaining two dozen artists from the Top 50 were divided into two groups. Each one of these two dozen hopefuls had to perform both solo and in duets with celebrities in front of judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. That trio of talent then determined if each contestant deserved a place in the Top 14.
Photos ‘American Idol’ Season...
The first wave of contestants in the Top 14 were revealed at the end of the April 9 episode of this revival on ABC hosted Ryan Seacrest. In episodes taped weeks ago, the remaining two dozen artists from the Top 50 were divided into two groups. Each one of these two dozen hopefuls had to perform both solo and in duets with celebrities in front of judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. That trio of talent then determined if each contestant deserved a place in the Top 14.
Photos ‘American Idol’ Season...
- 4/10/2018
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
On Monday night’s (April 9) “American Idol,” celebrity duets brought together hopefuls with their mentors — Andy Grammer, Bishop Briggs, Luis Fonsi, Pat Monahan, Aloe Blacc, Allen Stone and Sugarland, among them — and several of the contestants more than held their own.
“I don’t know how to critique anymore,” Katy Perry said just a half hour into the show. “Everybody is arriving and showing up.” Except, of course, for the five singers who would be leaving the competition.
The show started with a bang as Catie Turner teamed up with Grammer, gushing “Omg, you could be my uncle or something!” There’s something quite endearing about how Turner doesn’t give a damn, even after Grammer warned her about nerves. Their duet of “Good to be Alive (Hallelujah)” was exuberant and fun, earning praise from judge Lionel Richie, who told her, “You killed it.”
Up next was long-haired beauty Cade Foehner,...
“I don’t know how to critique anymore,” Katy Perry said just a half hour into the show. “Everybody is arriving and showing up.” Except, of course, for the five singers who would be leaving the competition.
The show started with a bang as Catie Turner teamed up with Grammer, gushing “Omg, you could be my uncle or something!” There’s something quite endearing about how Turner doesn’t give a damn, even after Grammer warned her about nerves. Their duet of “Good to be Alive (Hallelujah)” was exuberant and fun, earning praise from judge Lionel Richie, who told her, “You killed it.”
Up next was long-haired beauty Cade Foehner,...
- 4/10/2018
- by Michele Amabile Angermiller
- Variety Film + TV
Monday’s American Idol paired the first wave of Season 16’s Top 24 with some of the biggest names in music — before thinning the herd with five dream-crushing eliminations.
Before we break down all 12 of tonight’s duets, here are the five singers booted from the competition this evening:
* Trevor McBane
* Layla Spring
* Dominique
* Brandon Diaz
* Kay Kay
That means Cade Foehner, Michelle Sussett, Dennis Lorenzo, Gabby Barrett, Jonny Brenns, Michael J. Woodard and Catie Turner (phew!) are moving forward. Honestly, I have no complaints with these results. Like, I wish I had more to say, but I genuinely believe the best collection of humans remain.
Before we break down all 12 of tonight’s duets, here are the five singers booted from the competition this evening:
* Trevor McBane
* Layla Spring
* Dominique
* Brandon Diaz
* Kay Kay
That means Cade Foehner, Michelle Sussett, Dennis Lorenzo, Gabby Barrett, Jonny Brenns, Michael J. Woodard and Catie Turner (phew!) are moving forward. Honestly, I have no complaints with these results. Like, I wish I had more to say, but I genuinely believe the best collection of humans remain.
- 4/10/2018
- TVLine.com
There are still a few weeks until the next American Idol is crowned — but luckily for viewers the debut album of celebrity mentor Bishop Briggs is just around the corner. The brunette beauty wowed fans in her duets with contestants Cade Foehner and Trevor McBane and many are asking who exactly is the tiny singer with the big voice. Bishop (real name: Sarah Grace McLaughlin) was born in London, raised in Hong Kong, and is currently residing in La. Her upcoming album Church of Scars is set to be released on April 20 — and if you think you've heard her music before, chances are you have. She is best known for her single, "River," which landed on the top of Billboard's Alternative Songs chart. A post shared by Bishop Briggs (@thatgirlbishop) on Apr 4, 2018 at 9:48am Pdt Despite her growing success, she was surprised to be contacted to appear on the popular reality singing competition.
- 4/10/2018
- by Anna Quintana
- Life and Style
“American Idol” has reached the Top 24 stage of the competition and these would-be winners have been divided into two groups. Every one of these two dozen hopefuls had to perform twice more in front of judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie who then determined if they deserved a place in the Top 14. They had to sing both solo and in duets with celebrities.
The four episodes hosted by Ryan Seacrest in which these two dozen artists were divided into two groups were taped weeks ago. The first of these, featuring the Group 1 solos, aired on April 8. The Group 1 duets air on April 9 while Group 2 will be showcased on April 15 and 16.
Photos ‘American Idol’ Season 16: Top 14 Finalists
Only seven artists from each group made the cut. Scroll down to find out the names of the lucky seven from Group 1 who will get to sing on the first...
The four episodes hosted by Ryan Seacrest in which these two dozen artists were divided into two groups were taped weeks ago. The first of these, featuring the Group 1 solos, aired on April 8. The Group 1 duets air on April 9 while Group 2 will be showcased on April 15 and 16.
Photos ‘American Idol’ Season 16: Top 14 Finalists
Only seven artists from each group made the cut. Scroll down to find out the names of the lucky seven from Group 1 who will get to sing on the first...
- 4/9/2018
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Sunday night during the first Top 24 performance episode of “American Idol,” 21-year-old Cade Foehner sang Jimi Hendrix‘s “All Along The Watchtower” for judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. This Shelbyville, Texas rocker comes from a small town with only one stoplight, so he’s truly a fish out of water in Hollywood, CA. Was Cade’s performance good enough to send him through to the Season 16 live shows, which begin April 22 on ABC? Watch the “American Idol” performance video above and then read the judges’ comments below.
See ‘American Idol’ season 16 spoilers: Top 14 to sing on live shows beginning April 22 are …
“Are we allowed to show this on ABC?” asked a melty Katy. “Oh my gosh, is this rock and roll? I saw some things that my minster parents had to shut out. You sure are a minister and you can preach to me any time you want!
See ‘American Idol’ season 16 spoilers: Top 14 to sing on live shows beginning April 22 are …
“Are we allowed to show this on ABC?” asked a melty Katy. “Oh my gosh, is this rock and roll? I saw some things that my minster parents had to shut out. You sure are a minister and you can preach to me any time you want!
- 4/9/2018
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Sunday night during the first Top 24 performance episode of “American Idol,” 20-year-old Michael J. Woodard sang The Beatles‘ “Golden Slumbers” for judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. This Philadelphia, Pennsylvania native works at a bowling alley after recently moving to Los Angeles to explore singing opportunities. Was Michael’s performance good enough to send him through to the Season 16 live shows, which begin April 22 on ABC? Watch the “American Idol” performance video above and then read the judges’ comments below.
See ‘American Idol’ season 16 spoilers: Top 14 to sing on live shows beginning April 22 are …
“Our precious Michael!” Luke said as the audience screamed and shouted. “So we love this human being right here. What I love about you is you let all your emotions show. We see your nerves. We see your excitement. You’re loving the ride, I feel like. And you know what? Ten years from now,...
See ‘American Idol’ season 16 spoilers: Top 14 to sing on live shows beginning April 22 are …
“Our precious Michael!” Luke said as the audience screamed and shouted. “So we love this human being right here. What I love about you is you let all your emotions show. We see your nerves. We see your excitement. You’re loving the ride, I feel like. And you know what? Ten years from now,...
- 4/9/2018
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Sunday night during the first Top 24 performance episode of “American Idol,” 17-year-old Catie Turner sang Blondie‘s “Call Me” for judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. This Langhorne, Pennsylvania resident was told by mentor Bobby Bones to keep singing songs that leave an impression on the audience, and Catie did just that by rocking out to Blondie. Was Catie’s performance good enough to send her through to the Season 16 live shows, which begin April 22 on ABC? Watch the “American Idol” performance video above and then read the judges’ comments below.
See ‘American Idol’ season 16 spoilers: Top 14 to sing on live shows beginning April 22 are …
“I tell you what, I couldn’t quit watching you,” admitted Luke after Catie’s hair-flipping performance. “I mean, that’s the main thing. That’s what we’re trying to do is to find people that when they walk out we’re just like,...
See ‘American Idol’ season 16 spoilers: Top 14 to sing on live shows beginning April 22 are …
“I tell you what, I couldn’t quit watching you,” admitted Luke after Catie’s hair-flipping performance. “I mean, that’s the main thing. That’s what we’re trying to do is to find people that when they walk out we’re just like,...
- 4/9/2018
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Sunday night during the first Top 24 performance episode of “American Idol,” 16-year-old Layla Spring sang Martina McBride‘s “A Broken Wing” for judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. This Marion County, Kentucky resident is a big fan of Season 10’s Lauren Alaina, who surprised the youngster with a Facetime call before her audition. Was Layla’s performance good enough to send her through to the Season 16 live shows, which begin April 22 on ABC? Watch the “American Idol” performance video above and then read the judges’ comments below.
See ‘American Idol’ season 16 spoilers: Top 14 to sing on live shows beginning April 22 are …
“Layla, what are you doing?” asked an impressed Lionel, who gave the young singer a standing ovation. “It’s one thing to take our advice, listen to our advice. It’s another thing to do it. You actually did it. You killed it, my dear. Take that bow.
See ‘American Idol’ season 16 spoilers: Top 14 to sing on live shows beginning April 22 are …
“Layla, what are you doing?” asked an impressed Lionel, who gave the young singer a standing ovation. “It’s one thing to take our advice, listen to our advice. It’s another thing to do it. You actually did it. You killed it, my dear. Take that bow.
- 4/9/2018
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
“American Idol” won’t reveal the 14 contestants to perform on the live shows till April 16. If you can’t wait till then to find out who will be competing for the season 16 title beginning on April 22, we have all the details. In segments that were already taped, the Top 24 — who were announced on April 2 — sing solos and duet with celebrities, often on their most famous songs. These performances will be featured in the four episodes to air on April 8, 9, 15 and 16.
But we already know which 14 made the grade with the judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — and which 10 were sent home. Scroll down to see the names of the eight men and six women that made it through to the Top 14 as well as the songs they sung that won over the judges as revealed in spoilers by The Idol Pad. And find out the names of the...
But we already know which 14 made the grade with the judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — and which 10 were sent home. Scroll down to see the names of the eight men and six women that made it through to the Top 14 as well as the songs they sung that won over the judges as revealed in spoilers by The Idol Pad. And find out the names of the...
- 4/7/2018
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
The American Idol 2018 reboot premiered last month, and now that the competition has been narrowed down to the Top 24, things are starting to get intense! After the ABC reality competition show completed its audition rounds and transitioned to the Hollywood weeks where singers battled it out one-on-one until one final singer remained, and now fans know who made it to the Top 24 and who didn't make the cut. Keep scrolling to find out who made it to the Top 24 on American Idol 2018! In traditional Idol fashion, the semi-finalists are divided between 12 males and 12 females. If the show decides to stick with the format of previous seasons, the judges will eliminate five women and five men from the Top 24. The Top 14 will then be cut to a Top 10. Top 24 Alyssa Raghunandan – @AlyssaRaghu Amelia Harris – @TheAmeliaHarris Catie Turner – @cmt10234 Effie Passero – @EffiePassero Gabby Barrett – @GabbyBarrett_ Jurnee Siani – @JurneeMusic Kay Kay Alexis Layla...
- 4/3/2018
- by Paulina Jayne Isaac
- Life and Style
On the April 2 episode of “American Idol,” host Ryan Seacrest revealed the Top 24 contestants chosen by the three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. These two dozen would-be winners of season 16 have to fight it out for the 14 places on the live shows that start on April 22. In episodes that were already taped, they sing solos and duet with celebrities, often on their most famous songs.
These performances will be featured in four episodes that air on April 8, 9, 15 and 16. If you can’t wait till then to find out the results scroll down to see the names of the eight men and six women that made it through to the Top 14 as well as the songs they sung that won over the judges as revealed in spoilers by The Idol Pad. We’ve also included the names of the 10 contestants that didn’t make the cut and their...
These performances will be featured in four episodes that air on April 8, 9, 15 and 16. If you can’t wait till then to find out the results scroll down to see the names of the eight men and six women that made it through to the Top 14 as well as the songs they sung that won over the judges as revealed in spoilers by The Idol Pad. We’ve also included the names of the 10 contestants that didn’t make the cut and their...
- 4/3/2018
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Monday night’s “American Idol” (April 2) delivered the final judgement, with judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan narrowing down the contestants from 50 to 24. One by one, each singer had to look fate in the eyes, and with that came several shocking eliminations.
First on the stage was 16-year old Layla Spring, who bravely took on the Ike and Tina Turner classic “Proud Mary.” Although Bryan said the judges were nervous about putting a teenager through, Spring’s vibrato improved (a directive Perry instructed her to work on), and she made it to the top 24.
Michael Woodward, who seemed so green during auditions, had clearly blossomed in the weeks that followed. On Sunday night’s show, he impressed with the song choice of “Maybe This Time” from “Cabaret,” and on Monday he picked an equally risky tune, “You Oughta Know” by Alanis Morissette. Although it wasn’t the strongest selection for Woodward,...
First on the stage was 16-year old Layla Spring, who bravely took on the Ike and Tina Turner classic “Proud Mary.” Although Bryan said the judges were nervous about putting a teenager through, Spring’s vibrato improved (a directive Perry instructed her to work on), and she made it to the top 24.
Michael Woodward, who seemed so green during auditions, had clearly blossomed in the weeks that followed. On Sunday night’s show, he impressed with the song choice of “Maybe This Time” from “Cabaret,” and on Monday he picked an equally risky tune, “You Oughta Know” by Alanis Morissette. Although it wasn’t the strongest selection for Woodward,...
- 4/3/2018
- by Michele Amabile Angermiller
- Variety Film + TV
The revival of “American Idol” on ABC is following the same format as did on Fox for 15 seasons. On the April 2 episode, host Ryan Seacrest will reveal the Top 24 contestants, who will then fight it out over four episodes for a place in the live shows that start on April 22. These two dozen hopefuls were culled from the Top 50 that were revealed on the April 1 episode. To cut this number by more than half, the three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — had the contestants sing again.
The Top 50, which was made up of 26 men and 24 women, took to the stage at the Exchange club in downtown Los Angeles on Feb. 8. If you can’t wait till Monday night to learn the results, scroll down to see the names of the 12 men and 12 women that made it through to the Top 24 as well as the songs they sung...
The Top 50, which was made up of 26 men and 24 women, took to the stage at the Exchange club in downtown Los Angeles on Feb. 8. If you can’t wait till Monday night to learn the results, scroll down to see the names of the 12 men and 12 women that made it through to the Top 24 as well as the songs they sung...
- 4/2/2018
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
“American Idol” may be on a new network (ABC) but has the same host (Ryan Seacrest) and is following the same format that worked so well for 15 seasons on Fox. After five episodes devoted to the auditions, the show shifted to Hollywood where 169 hopefuls had to sing once again for the three judges: Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie.
The first of the Hollywood week episodes, in which the contestants sang in groups of 10 and solo, aired on March 26 and April 1. Only 50 of these contestants were given the chance to be showcased in solo performances that determined the top 24. Those Top 50 took to the stage at the Exchange club in downtown Los Angeles on Feb. 8.
The episode featuring these performances will air on April 2. If you can’t wait for the results, scroll down to see the roster of 26 men who performed, the songs they sung and their eventual...
The first of the Hollywood week episodes, in which the contestants sang in groups of 10 and solo, aired on March 26 and April 1. Only 50 of these contestants were given the chance to be showcased in solo performances that determined the top 24. Those Top 50 took to the stage at the Exchange club in downtown Los Angeles on Feb. 8.
The episode featuring these performances will air on April 2. If you can’t wait for the results, scroll down to see the roster of 26 men who performed, the songs they sung and their eventual...
- 4/1/2018
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
After five nights devoted to auditions, the “American Idol” revival on ABC moves on to Hollywood week beginning with the March 26 episode. Expect some tense moments as the three judges — pop princess Katy Perry, country superstar Luke Bryan and Oscar-winning singer/songwriter Lionel Richie — decide which of the hopefuls to take forward in the competition and which will get a farewell hug from host Ryan Seacrest.
On the final season of “American Idol” on Fox, four episodes were devoted to Hollywood Week, with the contestants singing in three rounds: lines of 10, groups, and solos. Once the live playoffs of “American Idol” season 16 begin on April 22, you will be able to predict the outcome of each episode in our predictions center. You can already make forecasts for the outcomes on such reality TV shows as “Survivor,” plus the winners of the Academy of Country Music Awards and both the daytime and primetime Emmy Awards.
On the final season of “American Idol” on Fox, four episodes were devoted to Hollywood Week, with the contestants singing in three rounds: lines of 10, groups, and solos. Once the live playoffs of “American Idol” season 16 begin on April 22, you will be able to predict the outcome of each episode in our predictions center. You can already make forecasts for the outcomes on such reality TV shows as “Survivor,” plus the winners of the Academy of Country Music Awards and both the daytime and primetime Emmy Awards.
- 3/26/2018
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
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