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The Band Perry Perform 'Done' With Janelle Arthur on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:43:42 +0000

Hot country trio the Band Perry performed ‘Done’ on ‘American Idol‘ Thursday night (May 16), and they were joined by season 12 top five finalist Janelle Arthur. The track is a definite up-tempo, catchy tune with a strong, propulsive rhythm that sinks in immediately. It’s a pretty big stretch for Arthur, who handled the challenge [...]

Kree Harrison VS Candice Glover: Who Will be Crowned The New American Idol?

Mario Garcia — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:40:35 +0000

This is it…The Grand finale of Fox’s American Idol is tonight (5/16) and there will be plenty of major artists performing on the show. Idol judge Keith Urban is expected to perform his brand new single “Little Bit Of Everything” during the 2 hour finale.If case your wondering if Keith Urban is coming back as [...]

Kree Harrison Brings Rascal Flatts' 'Here Comes Goodbye' to 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:56:31 +0000

Aspiring country singer Kree Harrison performed the Rascal Flatts song 'Here Comes Goodbye' on 'American Idol' on Wednesday night (May 8), earning effusive praise from the judges after turning in an emotional performance.

'American Idol' May Cut All Four Judges to Reinvent Itself

Damon Houx — Thu, 09 May 2013 01:22:53 +0000

'American Idol' used to be the hottest show on television, but after 13 years, it's starting to show its age. The show's ratings have slipped from regularly having 30 million viewers to now somewhere around 11 million. And though the show has had some different judges over the course of its run, it's now looking to ditch all four current judges to have a fresh face for season 13.

Before 'American Idol,' Kree Harrison and Rosie O'Donnell Were Best Buds

Billy Dukes — Wed, 08 May 2013 21:00:22 +0000

Video of Kree Harrison's many trips to 'The Rosie O'Donnell Show' has surfaced, along with a glimpse of the Christmas album the current 'American Idol' contestant recorded on Lyric Street Records. Harrison sang a duet with O'Donnell on 'No Wrapping Required,' and the two shared it with viewers over a decade ago.

Kree Harrison Becomes a Top 3 Finalist on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:06:52 +0000

Powerful country soul singer Kree Harrison became a top three finalist on ‘American Idol‘ on Thursday night (May 2) after delivering two very different performances during Wednesday’s competition. Harrison has been a standout contestant since early in the season, delivering a wide array of material with equal confidence and poise. She has been a favorite [...]

Kree Harrison Safe Again on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:10:18 +0000

22-year-old country-soul powerhouse Kree Harrison was safe again on ‘American Idol‘ Thursday night (April 25), winning her way to next week after her performances on Wednesday night met with a decidedly mixed reaction from the judges. Harrison sang ‘It Hurt So Bad‘ in a soulful, smoky rendition that earned her open criticism from the judges, [...]

Country Girl Janelle Arthur Eliminated From American Idol [VIDEO/POLL]

Mario Garcia — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:49:55 +0000

And then there was FOUR! Talking about of course, American Idol sending home country singer Janelle Arthur Thursday night.That now leaves Angie Miller, Amber Holcomb, Candice Glover, and the other country girl Kree Harrison to compete with one another. Former Idol judge Paula Abdul made a special appearance on the show and congratulated the judges [...]

Janelle Arthur Sings Garth Brooks' 'The Dance' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:36:17 +0000

Up-and-coming country singer Janelle Arthur sang the Garth Brooks classic 'The Dance' on 'American Idol' on Wednesday night (April 10), earning a somewhat mixed response from the judges despite a strong performance.

Kree Harrison Sings Kris Kristofferson's 'Help Me Make It Through the Night' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:16:11 +0000

Kree Harrison sang the timeless Kris Kristofferson classic 'Help Me Make It Through the Night' on 'American Idol' Wednesday night (April 10), once again demonstrating her wide range of interpretation and earning accolades from the judges.

Kellie Pickler And Kree Harrison to Get Matching Tattoos If They Win Their TV Show Competitions [VIDEO/POLL]

Mario Garcia — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:57:53 +0000

Have you been watching ABC's Dancing with the Stars this season? Last night (4/2) country star Wynonna was sent home packing, so now it looks like Kellie Pickler will be the lone country artist vying for the mirror ball trophy.

Keith Urban Rocks 'American Idol' With 'Long Hot Summer'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 01:26:18 +0000

Keith Urban showed the current crop of contestants how it’s done in the big leagues with a high-energy performance of ‘Long Hot Summer’ on ‘American Idol‘ Thursday night (March 28). The country star and ‘Idol’ Season 12 judge is gearing up to go out on tour this summerÂ with Little Big Town and Dustin Lynch, and [...]

Kree Harrison Joins the Top 10 on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 15:02:13 +0000

As if there were any doubt.

Country singer Kree Harrison got one step closer to her dream of music stardom on Thursday night (March 7), garnering enough votes to land among the Top 10 on the twelfth season of 'American Idol.'

Janelle Arthur Makes It Into 'American Idol' Top 10

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:34:29 +0000

The third time is the charm for Janelle Arthur. The 22-year-old country singer has won her way into the final ten contestants on Season 12 of ‘American Idol.’ Arthur has consistently impressed the judges since her audition in Charlotte, singing Keith Urbanâ€˜s â€˜Where the Blacktop Ends,â€™ where Nicki Minaj told her, â€I think you are [...]

Paul Jolley Lands in the Top 10 on 'American Idol' Season 12

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 12:07:16 +0000

Country singer Paul Jolley has captured the hearts of the American viewing public, earning enough votes to land in the Top 10 finalists on Season 12 of 'American Idol' despite a couple of performances in a row that didn't seem to sell the judges completely.

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.'

Texarkana's Peter Garrett Eliminated Last Night on American Idol [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 20:07:37 +0000

Have you been watching this seasons American Idol? In case you haven’t heard last night the 16 year old student from Texas High School, Peter Garrett was let go by the judges.Peter was recently seen in the Hollywood rounds in a group audition with other boys in the competition. Their audition was rough and a [...]

American Idol – Local Teen Went To Hollywood!

Kendra — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:31:54 +0000

Have you heard about the local teen that is heading to California with hopes to become a star? Peter is 16 and attends Texas High School! He wasn’t featured on any of the audition shows. How did I find out about this? He’s friends with my youngest son, Eric, and he saw his video on [...]

Arkansas Girl Ann Difani Gets Suprised at Razorback Stadium for American Idol Audition [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 20:56:05 +0000

Have you’ve been watching this season of American Idol? I always enjoy it when someone close to home makes it on to the show for an audition. In the latest auditions in San Antonio, judges were pleasantly surprised by 23-year-old native Arkansan Ann Difani.Judge Randy Jackson traveled to Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Ark. to [...]

Baton Rouge, La. Firefighter Impresses 'American Idol' Judges With Garth Song [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 20:42:15 +0000

Things are starting to heat up on ‘American Idol’ there have been several aspiring country singers who are winning over the judges. One of those include Baton Rouge firefighter Dustin Watts who sang the Garth Brooks hit ‘She’s Every Woman’ at his audition Thursday night (Jan. 24), winning his way to Hollywood with a mix [...]