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'American Idol' Loses Randy Jackson

Damon Houx — Fri, 10 May 2013 00:15:18 +0000

There were rumors that there was going to be a big 'American Idol' shake-up, but before anything was made official Randy Jackson has given the show his walking papers. Jackson announced today that Season 12 will be his last on the hit show.

Carrie Underwood to Premiere New Single, 'See You Again,' on 'American Idol'

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:30:13 +0000

Carrie Underwood will once again return to the place where it all began. The singer, who is celebrating the whopping 17th No. 1 single of her storybook career with ‘Two Black Cadillacs,’ will hit the ‘American Idol’ stage for the results episode on Thursday, April 4. She will perform her brand new single ‘See You [...]

Will Keith Urban Return for Another Season of 'American Idol'?

Christina Vinson — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 20:30:26 +0000

As Keith Urban gears up for the second leg of his 2013 Light the Fuse Tour -- and 'American Idol' begins to wind down -- lots of people are wondering if the New Zealand-born singer will call it quits after this season, or if he'll return for another round of finding America's next idol.

Keith Urban Thinks Kree Harrison Could Win 'American Idol'

Christina Vinson — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 15:52:37 +0000

When you sing in a way that almost makes Keith Urban cry, you know you're good. Country hopeful Kree Harrison, a strong contestant on this year's 'American Idol,' has continued to wow the judges in such a way that the New Zealand-born star thinks Harrison could become America's next 'idol.'

Keith Urban Seeking an 'American Idol' Contestant Who's a Diamond in the Rough

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 22:30:53 +0000

What exactly is Keith Urban searching for as a judge during this season of ‘American Idol‘? Undeniable talent. “It’s an indefinable thing. I think for me, it’s somebody who really speaks to me. And I can feel all of the humanity, really, and the vulnerability, the strength, the confidence, the conflict, the anger, all of [...]

Scotty McCreery Makes His Return to 'American Idol' This Week

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 22:56:30 +0000

Obviously, Scotty McCreery is no stranger to 'American Idol.' The 19-year-old singer was crowned the winner in the show's tenth season, and has since embarked on a successful recording and touring career as a country artist. This Wednesday (Jan. 23), he will return to the show for an appearance during the audition rounds in Charlotte, in his home state of North Carolina.

Keith Urban Likens His 'American Idol' Experience to Joining a Band

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:30:27 +0000

Things may not always be hearts and flowers on the set of 'American Idol,' but new judge Keith Urban isn't going to let that phase him. In an appearance on 'Ellen' on Monday (Jan. 14), the country star laughed off reports of tension on the show, saying it's not that different from joining a band.

Keith Urban Also Feuding With Nicki Minaj on 'American Idol' Season 12

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 23:00:08 +0000

Keith Urban may sometimes serve as the referee between warring fellow 'American Idol' judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, but that doesn't mean it's all sweetness and light for the country superstar. In fact, 'Idol' producer Nigel Lythgoe says Urban has sparred with all of the judges on the panel, including a huge blow-up with Minaj.

Keith Urban Officially Confirmed as Next 'American Idol' Judge

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 21:32:53 +0000

Country’s own superstar Keith Urban has been officially confirmed as one of the judges for the upcoming 12th season of the hit Fox reality singing competition ‘American Idol.’ The Australian-born star has been rumored to be in talks with the show for weeks, and recently raised speculation to a fever pitch when he quit his [...]

Brad Paisley on 'American Idol' – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 22:25:44 +0000

Yesterday, news that country’s own superstar Brad Paisley is being considered as a judge on ‘American Idol‘ spread quickly. The ‘Celebrity’ singer hasn’t commented on the rumors, and executives at Fox are staying quiet as well. Do you think Brad Paisley would make a good judge on the hit reality television show?

Mariah Carey Joins the 'American Idol' Judges' Table

Nick Romano — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 19:21:48 +0000

After a “spring cleaning” of sorts of the ‘America Idol‘ judges’ table, Fox has made the news official that R&B diva Mariah Carey will be coming on to judge the talent during the upcoming season 12. Entertainment Weekly is reporting that this decision has indeed been finalized, even though reports were leaking out that Carey [...]

Which Country Star Should Replace Steven Tyler on 'American Idol'? – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 11:00:21 +0000

For 11 seasons, ‘American Idol’ has ignored country music when it comes to the judges panel. But with Steven Tyler announcing his ‘Idol’ departure on Thursday, it’s time to make things right. Stars like Blake Shelton and Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland have proven that Nashville has artists capable of shining on a nationally-televised stage. Which country artist do you think would be the perfect fit to replace Tyler on ‘American Idol?’

Scotty McCreery Reflects on Life After 'American Idol' and What the Future Holds

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 21:30:02 +0000

Scotty McCreery has been on a steady climb to the top since being crowned the winner of ‘American Idol.’ His debut album, ‘Clear as Day,’ became an instant hit with his loyal fanbase, which allowed it to reach platinum certification soon after its release. The album spawned three hit singles — ‘I Love You This Big’ and ‘The Trouble With Girls,’ both of which have been certified gold for digital sales exceeding 500,000 downloads — as well as his latest release, ‘Water Tower Town.’

Skylar Laine Eliminated From 'American Idol'

Billy Dukes — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:58:46 +0000

Skylar Laine and Hollie Cavanagh were in the bottom 2 on American Idol. Skylar was the one sent home.

Scotty McCreery Looking Forward to Watching 'American Idol' This Season

Billy Dukes — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:30:42 +0000

Between a Brad Paisley tour, media obligations and English tests, it would seem Scotty McCreery wouldn’t have much time to keep up with reality television, but the 18-year old says he’ll definitely be sitting down when the 11th season of ‘American Idol‘ begins on Jan. 18.

Scotty McCreery's 'I Love You This Big' Video Debuts [VIDEO]

Jeff Giles — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:00:11 +0000

One day after his fellow ‘American Idol’ alum Lauren Alaina debuted her first video, Scotty McCreery followed suit with the clip for his single, ‘I Love You This Big’ — and now you can see it for yourself.

In the grand ‘Idol’ tradition of romantic first singles, ‘I Love You This Big’ is a heartstring-tugging ballad, and fans have no doubt been waiting to see whose heart McCreery would melt in the video. So who does he end up with in the big romantic finish?

Scotty McCreery Won't Write Any Songs on Debut Album [VIDEO]

adamslaght — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 20:03:50 +0000

Now that he's your latest 'American Idol,' life is pretty hectic for Scotty McCreery, what with his duties on the 'Idol' tour and sessions for his first album.

Things are moving so fast, in fact, that Scotty won't even have time to get any of his own material on his debut.

Shania Twain – New American Idol Judge?

Tom Jordan — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:56:08 +0000

Shania Twain could be replacing JLo as a judge on American Idol. TMZ.com reported it yesterday, and now People and CNN are backing it up today. Of course this would only happen if Jennifer Lopez doesn’t come back next season. At this point nobody really knows, it’s all guessing and speculating. We’ll just have to [...]

See Baby Photos of 'American Idol' Stars Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina

Andy Scott — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 21:58:19 +0000

Sure, they’re technically still kids, but one can’t help but say “aww!” at the newly released baby photos of ‘American Idol’ stars Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina.

The photos, released by ‘American Idol’s’ website, show the season 10 winner and runner-up looking so-adorable-it-hurts as they pose for the cameras. In Scotty’s case, we see him with his older sister, while Lauren poses in a cute frilly dress and bow.