Shades of American Idol 2011 which featured Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina – American Idol 2022 also came down to two finalists with deep country roots – Noah Thompson and HunterGirl (Hunter Wolkonowski) were the two singers that America had to vote for… Huntergirl started out the competition show with covering a Rascal Flatts song,…… MORE
This week to celebrate American Idol‘s 20th Anniversary, Season 10 winner Scotty McCreery and Season 10 runner-up Lauren Alaina returned to the show that started it all for them for a show stopping performance of Keith Whitley‘s “When You Say Nothing At All.” Scotty commented “Crazy to think it’s been 11 years since we both…… MORE
Have you seen the latest in the prank war between Luke Bryan and his wife Caroline? Luke and Caroline have been scaring each other for years – but Mrs. Bryan just cranked it up a notch. On American Idol’s stop through Nashville this season during the audition round, Caroline pretended to be a noisy and…… MORE
Lauren Alaina announced that she will be returning to American Idol as a mentor on March 28th. Lauren shared “I am FLIPPING OUT to return to American Idol as a guest mentor for Hollywood Week! I’ll be mentoring the country genre! I’ll see you next week on Monday, March 28 at 8/7c on ABC” If…… MORE
People who tuned into the American Idol auditions a couple of weeks ago saw Noah Thompson get his ticket to Hollywood from Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie after he performed Kameron Marlowe‘s “Giving You Up.” Kameron was honored that Noah picked his song to perform during the Idol tryout, and Marlowe says that…… MORE
American Idol is back! The 20th season premiered Sunday night with Luke Bryan, Katy Perry & Lionel Richie back in the judges seats and sending hopeful contestants to Hollywood to fulfill their musical dreams. A couple of the stand out auditions include… Cole Hallman – who sealed his “Yes” vote when he sung a classic…… MORE
American Idol fans now know where the next season will start…Febraury 27th 2022 ABC TV has announced American Idol will return for a fifth season Feb. 27. Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie return as judges, and Ryan Seacrest is back for the 5th Season on ABC, and 20th season overall. Luke is now…… MORE
Scott McCreery‘s “Damn Strait” is the latest single from his new album Same Truck. This week Scotty appeared on fellow American Idol alum Kelly Clarkson‘s show where he performed “Damn Strait.” Check it out here… Photo Credit: Jeff Ray… MORE
It was 2 years ago this week that Laine Hardy won Season 17 of American Idol. To mark the anniversary Laine shared on social media “Thank y’all for sticking with me on this journey for the last couple years. I feel blessed to have the best fans!” Laine also recently released his brand new single “Memorize…… MORE
Did you catch Luke Bryan‘s recent appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show? Luke chatted with Ellen about their COVID experiences, American Idol, his ACM Entertainer of the Year Award win, his documentary , and most importantly…Luke cleared up that he is NOT the father of Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd’s baby. Watch the conversation here……… MORE
Luke Bryan shared on social media today (4/12), “I’m sad to say I won’t be a part of tonight’s first live American Idol show. I tested positive for COVID but I’m doing well and look forward to being back at it soon.” No additional details are available at this time. We’re hoping for Luke to have…… MORE
This past week Luke Bryan fulfilled a promise he made to Alex Miller during his audition process for American Idol when he dialed Alex up with an invite to play the Grand Ole Opry. Luke says “Can’t wait for Alex Miller to step into the circle at the Grand Ole Opry. I kept my word, didn’t I?” Just in…… MORE
Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie are back in their American Idol judges chairs starting this Sunday, February 14th to find the next group of entertainers that will skyrocket to stardom! Luke is very excited to be back, especially how last season ended due to social distancing, “To have the fourth season of American…… MORE
It was 10 years ago this week that Lauren Alaina‘s life changed with one audition. With inspiration from her cousin Holly, 15-year old Lauren headed in front of the American Idol judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steve Tyler and completely wowed them. Lauren shares, “I can hardly sandal the fact that ten years ago…… MORE
Scotty McCreery is a country music making hit maker these days, but 10 years ago he was a flip-flop wearing teenager auditioning for American Idol. Standing in front Season 10 judges, Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez, and Randy Jackson, Scotty wowed them with covers of songs by Josh Turner and Travis Tritt. The audition made J-Lo…… MORE
American Idol winner Laine Hardy celebrated Friendsgiving with some fellow country music making friends at the Ryman Auditorium Wednesday Night with a special performance. The concert was performed in front of a socially distanced crowd and streamed live for fans around the world to see. This was a big night for Laine. Not only was…… MORE
It’s official . . . Luke Bryan will be returning as a judge on Season 4 of ABC’s American Idol. ABC confirmed the news in a press release. In addition, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will once again join Luke at the judging table, while Ryan Seacrest returns as host. The search for the next…… MORE
American Idol lovebirds Gabby Barrett, 20, and husband Cade Foehner, 24, are expecting their first child—a baby girl. Gabby revealed the news via Instagram on Aug. 16, stating: “And then there were three… Psalm 127:3 ✨👶🏼🎀 #babyfoehner” In addition, Cade shared his own message via Instagram on Aug. 16: “I have the most amazing Wife…… MORE
During the season finale of American Idol on May 17, a number of past Idol stars appeared on the show for a special rendition of “We Are the World.” Idol alum Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Kellie Pickler, Laine Hardy, Gabby Barrett, Alejandro Aranda, Jordin Sparks, Katharine McPhee, Phillip Phillips and Ruben Studdard appeared in a…… MORE
During the season finale of American Idol on May 17, a number of Idol alum will return to the show to perform a special rendition of “We Are the World.” Idol judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Katy Perry will perform “We Are the World” with Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Kellie Pickler, Laine Hardy, Gabby…… MORE
Thomas Rhett is ready to hit the road and Bring The Bar To You in 2022!
Starting in June, Thomas will kick-off his Bring The Bar To You tour with back to back shows in Gilford, New Hampshire with openers Parker McCollum and Conner Smith.
After going through the last two years, Thomas says, “I’ll never take for granted being able to come see y’all and I’m so fired up to play some of these new ones that were made with these nights in mind. I have a feeling things are going to get loud – I’m counting down the days already!”
Photo Courtesy of Thomas Rhett