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The Top 5 artists on Season 22 of “American Idol” each performed two “Disney Night” songs on Sunday, May 12, as viewers voted live coast-to-coast for their favorites. (Read our minute-by-minute recap.) Ultimately, after millions of votes were cast, host Ryan Seacrest announced that the pair of singers who were eliminated prior to next week’s season finale were Triston Harper and Emmy Russell. And fans, as you’d expect, are outraged — just read the comments below.
Throughout the competition, Triston crooned songs like “Cover Me Up” (Auditions round), “By Your Grace” (Showstopper round), “God’s Country” (Top 24 round), “H-o-p-e” & “‘Til You Can’t” (Top 20 round), “Heartbreak Hotel” (Top 14 round), “Beautiful Crazy” (Top 12 round), “She’s Country” (Top 10 round), “Sand in My Boots” (Top 8 round), “T-r-o-u-b-l-e” & “Easy on Me” (Top 7 round), and “Almost There” & “Life Is a Highway” (Top 5 round). The 15-year-old high school student from McIntosh, Al was the youngest person still on the show.
Throughout the competition, Triston crooned songs like “Cover Me Up” (Auditions round), “By Your Grace” (Showstopper round), “God’s Country” (Top 24 round), “H-o-p-e” & “‘Til You Can’t” (Top 20 round), “Heartbreak Hotel” (Top 14 round), “Beautiful Crazy” (Top 12 round), “She’s Country” (Top 10 round), “Sand in My Boots” (Top 8 round), “T-r-o-u-b-l-e” & “Easy on Me” (Top 7 round), and “Almost There” & “Life Is a Highway” (Top 5 round). The 15-year-old high school student from McIntosh, Al was the youngest person still on the show.
- 5/13/2024
- by Marcus James Dixon
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Tonight on “American Idol,” multiplatinum country star Kane Brown serves as guest mentor for the Top 5, who perform beloved classics on fan-favorite “Disney Night.” After America’s live vote, host Ryan Seacrest announces the Top 3 finalists.
Below, follow with our live blog for “American Idol 22” Episode 17 airing Sunday, May 12 (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Et).
See ‘American Idol’ deaths: Full list of singers we’ve lost
8:00 p.m. — Previously on “American Idol”! The Top 7 performed two songs — a dance number and an Adele favorite. America voted live for the Top 5, and McKenna Faith Breinholt and Julia Gagnon were eliminated. Who will go home tonight? And who will advance to the Season 22 finale?
8:05 p.m. — This fan-favorite night kicks off with Lionel, Luke, Katy…and even Ryan singing “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” from “Toy Story4.” Of course that was pre-recorded, so next Ryan comes out...
Below, follow with our live blog for “American Idol 22” Episode 17 airing Sunday, May 12 (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Et).
See ‘American Idol’ deaths: Full list of singers we’ve lost
8:00 p.m. — Previously on “American Idol”! The Top 7 performed two songs — a dance number and an Adele favorite. America voted live for the Top 5, and McKenna Faith Breinholt and Julia Gagnon were eliminated. Who will go home tonight? And who will advance to the Season 22 finale?
8:05 p.m. — This fan-favorite night kicks off with Lionel, Luke, Katy…and even Ryan singing “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” from “Toy Story4.” Of course that was pre-recorded, so next Ryan comes out...
- 5/13/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
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Tonight on “American Idol,” mulitplatinum superstar Ciara serves as guest mentor for the Top 7, who perform dance songs from various artists and iconic hits from bestselling artist Adele. Meghan Trainor returns to perform, while America votes live for the Top 5.
Below, follow with our live blog for “American Idol 22” Episode 16 airing Sunday, May 5 (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Et).
See ‘American Idol’ deaths: Full list of singers we’ve lost
8:00 p.m. — Previously on “American Idol”! The Top 8 performed one of three songs secretly selected by Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, who were each competing for most songs chosen. America voted live for the Top 6, and then Katy saved McKenna Faith Breinholt to round out the Top 7, eliminating Kaibrienne. Who will go home tonight?
8:08 p.m. — Jack Blocker is kicking things off with Little Richard‘s “Long Tall Sally.” He’s having a good time...
Below, follow with our live blog for “American Idol 22” Episode 16 airing Sunday, May 5 (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Et).
See ‘American Idol’ deaths: Full list of singers we’ve lost
8:00 p.m. — Previously on “American Idol”! The Top 8 performed one of three songs secretly selected by Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, who were each competing for most songs chosen. America voted live for the Top 6, and then Katy saved McKenna Faith Breinholt to round out the Top 7, eliminating Kaibrienne. Who will go home tonight?
8:08 p.m. — Jack Blocker is kicking things off with Little Richard‘s “Long Tall Sally.” He’s having a good time...
- 5/6/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
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‘American Idol 22’ episode 15 recap: Who was eliminated on ‘Judge’s Song Contest Night’? [Live Blog]
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Tonight on “American Idol,” the Top 8 perform one of three songs secretly selected by Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, who are each competing for most songs chosen. America votes live for the Top 6, and the judges make a save for the Top 7; plus, a special tribute to Idol alum Mandisa.
Below, follow with our live blog for “American Idol 22” Episode 14 airing Sunday, April 28 (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Et).
See ‘American Idol’ deaths: Full list of singers we’ve lost
8:00 p.m. — Previously on “American Idol”! The Top 10 performed for a spot in the Top 8. The top vote-getters advanced as judges Luke, Katy and Lionel watched host Ryan Seacrest send Kayko and Mia Matthews home. Who will be eliminated tonight?
8:05 p.m. — Let the games begin! The judges launch their own competition with the third annual “Judge’s Song Contest.” As a reminder, Katy won...
Below, follow with our live blog for “American Idol 22” Episode 14 airing Sunday, April 28 (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Et).
See ‘American Idol’ deaths: Full list of singers we’ve lost
8:00 p.m. — Previously on “American Idol”! The Top 10 performed for a spot in the Top 8. The top vote-getters advanced as judges Luke, Katy and Lionel watched host Ryan Seacrest send Kayko and Mia Matthews home. Who will be eliminated tonight?
8:05 p.m. — Let the games begin! The judges launch their own competition with the third annual “Judge’s Song Contest.” As a reminder, Katy won...
- 4/30/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
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The Top 8 were revealed in a live two-hour broadcast of “American Idol” Sunday night. Host Ryan Seacrest called the Top 10 to the stage to perform on “Birth Year Night,” mentored by Shania Twain. In a poll conducted just after the episode, we asked, “Which contestant gave the best performance of the night?” Fifteen-year-old Triston Harper came out on top with his rendition of “She’s Country” by Jason Aldean. Watch his full performance above.
After his performance, Katy Perry thanked him for “being a student of this game.” Luke Bryan asked, “You trying to out-gyrate me?” Lionel questioned, “Did I just see the Triston strut?” They were eating this performance up and apparently so were viewers at home.
After thousands of votes were recorded, Triston ended up with 19% of the tally, followed by Will Moseley (“Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde”) with 16%, Abi Carter (“Clocks”) with 14% and Kaibrienne (“Here Without You...
After his performance, Katy Perry thanked him for “being a student of this game.” Luke Bryan asked, “You trying to out-gyrate me?” Lionel questioned, “Did I just see the Triston strut?” They were eating this performance up and apparently so were viewers at home.
After thousands of votes were recorded, Triston ended up with 19% of the tally, followed by Will Moseley (“Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde”) with 16%, Abi Carter (“Clocks”) with 14% and Kaibrienne (“Here Without You...
- 4/29/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
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Tonight on “American Idol,” country music icon Shania Twain mentors the Top 10 as they perform songs from their birth years. All vye for a spot in the Top 8 as America votes live and judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie provide feedback. 2011 winner Scotty McCreery and 2020 champ Just Sam also perform.
Below, follow with our live blog for “American Idol 22” Episode 14 airing Sunday, April 28 (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Et).
See ‘American Idol’ deaths: Full list of singers we’ve lost
8:00 p.m. — Previously on “American Idol”! The Top 12 performed for a spot in the Top 10. The top vote-getters advanced as judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie watched host Ryan Seacrest send Jayna Elise and Roman Collins home. Who will be eliminated tonight?
8:10 p.m. — The show opens with home videos of each contestant as children, with their birth years shown on the screen.
Below, follow with our live blog for “American Idol 22” Episode 14 airing Sunday, April 28 (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Et).
See ‘American Idol’ deaths: Full list of singers we’ve lost
8:00 p.m. — Previously on “American Idol”! The Top 12 performed for a spot in the Top 10. The top vote-getters advanced as judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie watched host Ryan Seacrest send Jayna Elise and Roman Collins home. Who will be eliminated tonight?
8:10 p.m. — The show opens with home videos of each contestant as children, with their birth years shown on the screen.
- 4/29/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
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Tonight on “American Idol,” the competition narrows during the final showstoppers round for judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. They’ll decide who will earn a coveted spot in the Top 24 and compete for America’s vote. Ryan Seacrest hosts.
Below, follow with our live blog for “American Idol 22” Episode 7 airing Monday, April 1 (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Et/Pt).
See 45% of ‘American Idol’ fans predict Julia Gagnon will win Season 22 [Poll Results]
8:05 p.m. — Tonight the contestants will perform with a full band behind them for the first time. Who will be able to work with the band and work the stage all at once? And who will crumble under the pressure? Throughout this episode we’ll see the performances and then immediately find out if they’ve made the Top 24. First up is Jordan Anthony, an 18-year-old from Perth, Australia singing “Love in the Dark” by Adele.
Below, follow with our live blog for “American Idol 22” Episode 7 airing Monday, April 1 (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Et/Pt).
See 45% of ‘American Idol’ fans predict Julia Gagnon will win Season 22 [Poll Results]
8:05 p.m. — Tonight the contestants will perform with a full band behind them for the first time. Who will be able to work with the band and work the stage all at once? And who will crumble under the pressure? Throughout this episode we’ll see the performances and then immediately find out if they’ve made the Top 24. First up is Jordan Anthony, an 18-year-old from Perth, Australia singing “Love in the Dark” by Adele.
- 4/2/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
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“American Idol,” the iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre, will return to airwaves for another season on ABC. Helping determine who America will ultimately vote for to become the next singing sensation are music industry forces and superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Emmy Award-winning host and producer Ryan Seacrest is also set to return to the beloved competition series for the show’s seventh season on ABC and 22nd overall.
Tonight we embark on a nationwide search across Los Angeles, Nashville, and the judges’ very own hometowns to find the next singing sensation. The aspiring stars will sing their hearts out in hopes of earning a golden ticket to Hollywood. Will the next American Idol be among tonight’s auditions? Read our full recap of the Season 22 premiere, airing February 18 (8:00 – 10:00 p.m. Et/Pt on ABC), below.
Tonight we embark on a nationwide search across Los Angeles, Nashville, and the judges’ very own hometowns to find the next singing sensation. The aspiring stars will sing their hearts out in hopes of earning a golden ticket to Hollywood. Will the next American Idol be among tonight’s auditions? Read our full recap of the Season 22 premiere, airing February 18 (8:00 – 10:00 p.m. Et/Pt on ABC), below.
- 2/19/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
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“American Idol” returns to ABC on Sunday, February 18, but they’ve already released the audition of McIntosh, Alabama native Triston Harper. The 15-year-old country singer auditioned for judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie in Lionel’s hometown of Tuskegee. Check out his full audition below.
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The teenager says he’s been through a lot in life, and his intro package describes his proud heritage as a Choctaw Indian. Things haven’t been easy for the youngster, and at one point he and his mother were homeless after escaping the control of his abusive stepfather. Triston is sings “Cover Me Up” by Jason Isbell. His low, husky voice has a surprising range and the judges look impressed. Lionel exclaims, “You got it!” and his purity is “killer.” Katy says he is “so authentic and so connected.
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The teenager says he’s been through a lot in life, and his intro package describes his proud heritage as a Choctaw Indian. Things haven’t been easy for the youngster, and at one point he and his mother were homeless after escaping the control of his abusive stepfather. Triston is sings “Cover Me Up” by Jason Isbell. His low, husky voice has a surprising range and the judges look impressed. Lionel exclaims, “You got it!” and his purity is “killer.” Katy says he is “so authentic and so connected.
- 2/16/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
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