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Adam Lambert Wants to Judge 'American Idol' – And If They're Smart, They'll Hire Him [VIDEO]

Cassandra Rose — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:00:38 +0000

With whispers that the entire 'American Idol' panel is set to be axed for Season 13, rampant speculation has begun about who should take over to save the sinking ship that is the 'Idol' ratings.

One such person who'd like one of the vacant slots? Our imaginary bestie Adam Lambert.

'American Idol' Crowns Champ

JB Foxx — Fri, 17 May 2013 02:42:35 +0000

It was a battle for the ages as Candice Glover and Kree Harrison duked it out for the the top spot on “American Idol”. So, who came out on top? After performances by special guests including Aretha Franklin and Frankie Valli, judges past and present, and former contestants Adam Lambert and Jennifer Hudson, host Ryan [...]

Randy Jackson Leaving 'American Idol'

JB Foxx — Fri, 10 May 2013 07:09:17 +0000

In a move which surprised absolutely no one, “American Idol” judge Randy Jackson announced that he will be leaving the reality talent show at the end of this season. Jackson’s announcement comes after reports that Fox was considering replacing all four judges when the show returns for its 13th season “I’m very proud of how [...]

'American Idol' Drama: All Four Judges Reportedly Will Be Replaced for Season 13

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:30:41 +0000

It's time to tear it down and start all over on 'American Idol.' With Season 12 experiencing the lowest ratings in the show's history, producers are planning to clean house and start anew with a totally reveamped judge's panel for Season 13. They plan on ditching dueling divas Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, as well as country crooner Keith Urban and the lone original judge Randy Jackson, who incidentally just split with Carey as her manager.

American Idol Finalists Rock Little Mix's Wings [VIDEO]

Bristol — Thu, 02 May 2013 17:06:46 +0000

I guess it doesn't matter that Little Mix is a product of X Factor UK, because the top four finalists on American Idol rocked their song Wings last night!

Jennifer Lopez To Perform On "American Idol' Finale

JB Foxx — Wed, 01 May 2013 08:19:51 +0000

E! News reports that former “American Idol” judge Jennifer Lopez will perform on the show’s finale later this month. The performance will take place on either May 15th or 16th when the two-night finale takes place. Rumors began circulating last week that Lopez was in talks to perform on the show when word leaked out [...]

'American Idol' Recap — Top 8 Sing Motown, Devin Velez Sent Home

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 14:20:44 +0000

On Wednesday night’s episode of ‘American Idol,’ the top eight performed Motown tracks, with mentorship provided by Smokey Robinson, a living legend who exemplifies that sound. The girls did better than the boys, as has been the case for much of the current season. Bilingual vocalist Devin Velez was sent home, as the judges elected [...]

'American Idol' Hollywood Week Recap: It's the End of the Line for Some of The Boys on Solo Day

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:00:09 +0000

'American Idol' auditions are over, and now the contestants have been thrown into the heat of competition that is Hollywood Week. Tonight's (Feb. 7) episode focused on the solo performances by the boys. Next week, on Thursday night, eight more of the male contestants will be sent home. So no one is safe.

Here are the key singers who made it through and who face being chopped in a week. Hey, we never said 'Idol' wasn't an emotional roller coaster.

'American Idol' Recap: Judges Head to San Antonio + Long Beach

Gina Vespa — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 06:41:11 +0000

On last night’s (Jan. 30) episode of ‘American Idol,’ auditions were held in San Antonio, Texas and Long Beach, Calif. Will the next ‘Idol’ be discovered in Sunset Station or aboard the Queen Mary? Read on to find out what judges Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey, Keith Urban and Randy Jackson thought of the most recent round of performances.

Christina Langston of Centenary College is Going to Hollywood for American Idol

Danny Fox — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 18:09:53 +0000

Christina Langston, a freshman at centenary College in Shreveport, Louisiana is moving to the Hollywood round of American Idol. “Ever since I was young, I have dreamed of the day that I would be able to perform in front of a large crowd with cheering fans that I could call my own,” said Langston. “There [...]

Shreveport's Christina Langston Wins Golden Ticket to Hollywood on 'American Idol'

Angela Thomas — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:42:51 +0000

David Langston is a pretty proud dad today. His daughter, Christina Langston, has advanced to the Hollywood round on American Idol.

Nicki Minaj Talks Nicknames + 'American Idol' Feuds and Performs on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live'

Jessica Sager — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 18:00:51 +0000

Nicki Minaj took over 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' last night (Jan. 25), not in the Matt Damon way, but in the simultaneous musical guest and major interview guest way. Not only was the Harajuku Barbie supremely entertaining, but she also revealed just how the 'American Idol' panel works together.

Hint: She doesn't think Mariah Carey is a big fan of hers.

Miss Greater Baton Rouge Megan Miller Auditions for 'American Idol' With a Broken Leg

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 15:00:40 +0000

Miss Greater Baton Rouge Megan Miller was a walking wounded contestant. She had an accident, injured her leg, and it got infected, requiring surgery. But that wasn't going to stop this beauty with a belter's voice from making her 'American Idol' audition in Baton Rouge, La., which aired tonight (Jan. 24).

'American Idol' Baton Rouge Audition Recap: Injured Beauty Queen + Singing Doctor Belt Soulful Classics

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 03:23:05 +0000

On tonight's (Jan. 24) audition episode of 'American Idol,' Season 12 headed to judge Randy Jackon's hometown of Baton Rouge, La. The "dawg" looked extra beautiful on camera, with Mariah Carey doing his makeup. On this ep, we met an injured beauty queen with a belter's lungs and a singing doctor with a butter smooth voice. There was more good than bad, including an awkward teen who uses music to communicate and bridge the gap between himself and the outside world.

Here's the PopCrush recap of the Baton Rouge auditions on Season 12.

Singing Doctor Calvin Peters Leaves an Impression With 'Whenever, Wherever, Whatever' on 'American Idol'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 03:12:06 +0000

Here's something you don't see (or hear) every day during the 'American Idol' audition phase: a singing doctor! Dr. Calvin Peters, who is in his third year of residency, specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation of spine, brain, burn and muscular injuries, showed us that he is a man of many amazing talents at tonight's (Jan. 24) Baton Rouge, La. audition.

Steven Tyler Apologizes to Nicki Minaj

JB Foxx — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 07:31:17 +0000

Aerosmith frontman and former “American Idol” judge Steven Tyler reached out to current judge Nicki Minaj after she took offense to some comments Tyler made that Minaj interpreted as “racist.” During an MTV interview, Tyler made some comments in which he said that Bob Dylan wouldn’t make the cut on this season’s show. Minaj [...]

Nicki Minaj + American Idol = Insanity [VIDEO]

Bristol — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 20:19:41 +0000

Have you SEEN the new promo for Nicki Minaj on American Idol? It’s insane! She looks amazing and highly engaging. I bet Mariah is PISSED!!! Of course, you know Nicki is wild. Just look at her statements this week. She went from no one is going to push me off this show to me and [...]

Nicki Minaj Gets Sassy in New 'American Idol' Promos

Jessica Sager — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 18:00:34 +0000

Though 'American Idol' may have suffered in the ratings for the past few seasons, the fresh judging panel of Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey and Keith Urban may be just what the show needs. In new promo clips, we get a glimpse of the 'Pound the Alarm' MC in action, and she's an absolute thrill to behold.

'American Idol' Producers Keeping Nicki Minaj on Board Despite Feud With Mariah Carey

Jessica Sager — Sun, 07 Oct 2012 18:00:58 +0000

‘American Idol‘ executives are denying that Nicki Minaj will be fired following her on-camera spat with fellow judge Mariah Carey– and more details are coming out about the beef between the two divas. In a statement released Friday (via Entertainment Tonight), ‘Idol’ producers said,Â ”Despite all the accusations and media speculation — much of which is [...]

Mariah: Nicki Threatened To Shoot Me

JB Foxx — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 06:49:01 +0000

The catfight continues! New “American Idol” judge Mariah Carey went on “The View” Thursday and spoke to Barbara Walters regarding the blowup between her and fellow judge Nicki Minaj, telling Walters that at one point Minaj said about Carey, If I had a gun, I would shoot the b—-,” within earshot of several people. Minaj [...]