Overcoming personal adversity, Sam Sparks thoroughly impressed the 'American Idol' judges with an original tune.

“One-onta,” repeated fellow judge Luke Bryan, cracking up. “Oh-knee, Oh-knee-onta,” he offered. As the only Alabama native on ...

Littrell, the son of The Backstreet Boys' Brian Littrell, began hitting the stage early when he opened ... "I Can't Make You Love Me." More: 'American Idol' judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan ...

Early episodes of the season are filmed in advance. ‘American Idol’ judges stumped by a hard one: How to pronounce Oneonta ‘American Idol’ to feature Alabama worship leader’s audition ...

The ‘Singing Garbage Man’ made it to Hollywood, was eliminated early, then came ... auditioned for “American Idol” Season 18, charming the judges with his unaffected nature and raw talent.

“I’ve got a funny feeling about this,” the Aerosmith frontman whispered to fellow judge Jennifer Lopez when Phillips walked into the “American Idol ... s early rounds both times.

Season 23 of "American Idol" premiered Sunday night with new judge, Carrie Underwood ... began hitting the stage early when he opened up for his fathers' band on tour. "I believe I get my voice ...