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Yahoo
20-05-2025
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Watch the 'American Idol' Top 7 2025 perform Sunday. Here's when 'American Idol' comes on
The Top 7 will be performing Sunday, May 11, on "American Idol" Season 23. Last week, three contestants were eliminated as the competition gets tighter. The May 4 episode included the contestants singing songs from iconic women in music while country singer Miranda Lambert mentored them. Then on May 5, the Top 8 participate in the "Judge's Song Contest" where they needed to perform songs selected by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie or Carrie Underwood. The new episode theme is "Disney Night" and will celebrate Mother's Day with guest Lin-Manuel Miranda. The Top 7 will go to the Disneyland Resort and perform Disney classics. America will vote live for the final five contestants to move forward. Here's when "American Idol" comes on, who is left and where to watch "American Idol" 2025. Abi Carter from Indio, California, won "American Idol" Season 22 at age 21. One contestant did not receive enough votes on Monday, May 5, to continue on "American Idol" 2025: Josh King. Here are the Top 7 on "American Idol" 2025: Gabby Samone Mattie Pruitt Thunderstorm Artis Slater Nalley Breanna Nix John Foster Jamal Roberts The next episodes of "American Idol" 2025 air Sunday and Monday, May 11-12. "American Idol" 2025 comes on Sunday, May 11, at 8 p.m. ET and 5 p.m. MT/PT. The "American Idol" Season 23 finale will air Sunday, May 18. You can watch "American Idol" live on ABC15 in Arizona or on your local ABC network. If you're not able to watch live, "American Idol" Season 23 will be available to stream the next day on Hulu. A subscription to Hulu costs $9.99 a month (or $99.99/year) for the ad-supported plan. Students can get Hulu with ads for $1.99 a month, and Hulu with no ads costs $18.99 a month. There are three ways you can vote for your favorite "American Idol" 2025 contestants: Through the American Idol website. On the American Idol app, which you can download through the App Store or Google Play. By texting the promoted keyword for the contestant of your choice to 21523. Reach the reporter at Follow @dina_kaur on X, formerly known as Twitter, and on Bluesky @ Almost paradise ... Why is Hannah Brown on 'Bachelor in Paradise'? When will 'Bachelor in Paradise' air? Subscribe to today. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Who's left on 'American Idol' 2025? How to vote for the Top 5
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
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‘American Idol' fan-faves John Foster, Jamal Roberts advance to the Top 7, while Josh King goes ‘Home'
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways Fan-fave singers John Foster and Jamal Roberts have both advanced to the Top 7 of American Idol, joining Slater Nalley, Thunderstorm Artis, Gabby Samone, Breanna Nix, and Mattie Pruitt. This is undoubtedly one of the strongest lineups in the show's 23-season history. The contestants performed Monday night during the "Judge's Song Contest" episode in which Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood, and Lionel Richie picked the tunes. After all was said and done, host Ryan Seacrest announced that John, Jamal, Slater, Thunderstorm, Gabby, and Breanna had made it into America's Top 6, and that Josh King and Mattie were the Bottom 2. More from GoldDerby As co-winners of the contest, Luke and Lionel chose to save Mattie, making Josh the latest person eliminated from ABC's reality TV show. Ironically, Josh's last performance on the show was "Home," about a person's desire to return home — he got his wish. John Foster (age 18 from Addis, La.) performed "I Cross My Heart" by George Strait (chosen by Carrie). Carrie raved that he delivered an "absolutely perfect" rendition, claiming, "Hearing you sing that song felt comfortable. That was one of your best performances." And Luke apologized for doubting him earlier in the competition, saying, "It was the perfect song for you. You're singing better and better every week." Jamal Roberts (age 27 from Meridian, Miss.) belted out "I Believe" by Fantasia (chosen by Lionel). Carrie said he "delivered it beautifully." Lionel raved, "Your execution of that song had me crying. You're a phenomenon." And Luke noted, "I don't know if I've ever seen anybody connect the heart to the head to the voice like you're able to do. You made tears well up in our eyes. That is God-given." Neither John nor Jamal has never been in the bottom of the voting results. Their social media views are always through the roof, and they frequently top Gold Derby's polls for who performed best on a given night. When asked the question "Who will win American Idol?" in our predictions center, our readers forecast that it'll be either John, Jamal, or Slater. Throughout the competition, John has performed scene-stealing numbers like "In Color," "Callin' Baton Rouge," "Tell That Angel I Love Her," "Neon Moon," "Jailhouse Rock," "I Told You So," and "Something to Talk About." And Jamal brought the house down with his renditions of "Tennessee Whiskey," "Liar," "Forever," "Try a Little Tenderness," "Shout," "Heal," and "Undo It." Next week on American Idol, there's a double-dose of Disney. The Top 7 artists travel to Disney World where they'll be mentored by Lin-Manuel Miranda. On Sunday, the Top 5 will be revealed, and on Monday that number drops down to the Top 3. Who are you rooting for to win Season 23? Be sure to sound off in our reality TV forum. Watch John perform "I Cross My Heart": Watch Jamal perform "I Believe": SIGN UP for Gold Derby's free newsletter with latest predictions Best of GoldDerby Sign up for Gold Derby's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
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‘American Idol' Top 7 revealed as judges save one contestant from elimination: Who won ‘Judge's Song Contest'?
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways Tonight on American Idol, the Top 8 perform songs secretly selected by judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, or Luke Bryan in the 'Judge's Song Contest.' With Jelly Roll as artist in residence, America votes for the Top 6, and the judges save one to complete the Top 7. After the Top 8 perform, host Ryan Seacrest "dims the lights" as one hopeful is eliminated. More from GoldDerby The "Judge's Song Contest" episode of American Idol airs live coast-to-coast on Monday, May 5 (8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT). Follow along with our live blog below to see each performance and find out who went home. Plus, vote for your favorite in our poll once the entire Top 8 has performed! In the "Judge's Song Contest," Carrie, Lionel, and Luke each submit one song for each hopeful to perform. The contestants, given just three options, choose their favorite to sing. The judge whose songs are selected the most is crowned the winner of this fun and friendly competition. 8 p.m. — Previously, on American Idol: The Top 8 finalists were announced on May 4 after celebrating iconic women in music during "Ladies' Night." John Foster ("Something to Talk About"), Jamal Roberts ("Undo It"), and Gabby Samone ("I Was Here") won Gold Derby's poll as your favorite performers. After 22 million votes were cast, Canaan James Hill ("Love Wins") and Kolbi Jordan ("The Chain") were eliminated. Who will be sent packing next? And who will advance to the Top 7? Let's find out! Breanna Nix Age: 25 Hometown: Denton, Texas Performance: "Independence Day" by Martina McBride (chosen by Luke Bryan) Carrie's comments: "It was a good song choice. You tripped didn't miss a beat." Lionel's comments: "You know your voice so well. Those high notes are out of this stratosphere." Luke's comments: "That is an amazingly challenging song. The ease at which you hit those high notes was tremendous." Mattie Pruitt Age: 16 Hometown: Eagleville, Tenn. Performance: "Always Been You" by Jessie Murph (chosen by Luke Bryan) Carrie's comments: "We're taking baby steps in the sass department and we just want more." Lionel's comments: N/A Luke's comments: "Try to channel that sass, but vocally it was amazing." 8:30 p.m. — Gabby, Josh, and Jamal performed a trio of Lionel's own "Dancing on the Ceiling." John Foster Age: 18 Hometown: Addis, La. Performance: "I Cross My Heart" by George Strait (chosen by Carrie Underwood) Carrie's comments: "That was absolutely perfect. Hearing you sing that song felt comfortable. That was one of your best performances." Lionel's comments: N/A Luke's comments: "It was the perfect song for you. You're singing better and better every week." Josh King Age: 24 Hometown: Charlotte, N.C. Performance: "Home" by Michael Bublé (chosen by Lionel Richie) Carrie's comments: "You seemed in your element. That was a really strong performance." Lionel's comments: "You embody that song. The marriage was perfect." Luke's comments: "That was a perfect song choice for you. You had all the style behind that one — it was perfect." Gabby Samone Age: 23 Hometown: Baltimore Performance: "Hero" by Mariah Carey (chosen by Lionel Richie) Carrie's comments: "That was a really great song choice and you delivered it beautifully." Lionel's comments: "You have taken a Mariah song and turned it into your song. You have a stage presence that's undeniable." Luke's comments: "Where does all this power and air come from? You give me all the star vibes." 9:10 p.m. – Slater, Thunderstorm, and John teamed up for Luke's song "Huntin', Fishin' and Lovin' Every Day." Jamal Roberts Age: 27 Hometown: Meridian, Miss. Performance: "I Believe" by Fantasia (chosen by Lionel Richie) Carrie's comments: "You delivered it beautifully." Lionel's comments: "It was the perfect choice, but your execution of that song had me crying. You're a phenomenon." Luke's comments: "I don't know if I've ever seen anybody connect the heart to the head to the voice like you're able to do. You made tears well up in our eyes. That is God given." 9:30 p.m. – Mattie and Breanna paired up for Carrie's "Something in the Water." Thunderstorm Artis Age: 29 Hometown: Haleiwa, Hawaii Performance: "Faithfully" by Journey (chosen by Carrie Underwood) Carrie's comments: "You have such a uniqueness to your voice. You have the ability to mold that song and make it fit you." Lionel's comments: "It was amazing! More important than that, you have instant identity." Luke's comments: "It's an honor to sit here. You're really brilliant." Slater Nalley Age: 18 Hometown: Atlanta Performance: "Atlantic City" by Bruce Springsteen (chosen by Luke Bryan) Carrie's comments: "That was great." Lionel's comments: "You pulled that off with amazing abilities. The fact that you have that shirt on with confidence tells me a lot about your career." Luke's comments: "I love the way you did bring the energy to it." Judge's Song Contest Lionel and Luke tied with three points each to win the Judge's Song Contest. That means they'll have to pair up to decide which contestant will receive their save tonight. Carrie finished in third place with two points. Judge's Save The judges chose to save Mattie after she landed in the bottom two. Elimination Dim the lights! Based on America's vote, this artist was eliminated on Monday, May 5: Josh King SIGN UP for Gold Derby's free newsletter with latest predictions Launch Gallery: 'American Idol' Season 23 cast: Meet the Top 24 finalists Best of GoldDerby Sign up for Gold Derby's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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'American Idol's Jamal Roberts Reveals What Song He Wants to 'Bring Out of the Hat' This Season (Exclusive)
The fact that Jamal Roberts bestowed both of his daughters with musical names – Harmoni, 6, and Lyrik, 3 – is a definite testament to his devotion to music. In fact, he joked with Parade that he had to argue with their mamas to make it happen. 'I always said, even before I had kids, that I was going to name my kids after music,' the 27-year-old PE teacher from Meridian, MS, said. 'If I had another girl, she would be Melody. And then I had thought about Symphony, all these beautiful names. I love my daughters. They are my world, my life. They're the reason I'm here and working so hard to keep smiles on those little faces.' Jamal has been singing since he was 2 years old, so he has been pretty much locked into music since he was a toddler. It was his grandparents who inspired him, urging him to Sunday morning services and encouraging him to always do his best. 🎬🎬 As a result, he grew up singing Michael Jackson and The Temptations' songs. And when he gets a chance, he plans to bring one of their songs to the Idol stage. That opportunity may come tonight, when the Top 8 perform songs selected by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie or Carrie Underwood in the 'Judge's Song Contest.' 'I do think I'm going to try to do a Temptations song,' Jamal told Parade at the Hulu Get Real event. 'I'm going to try to bring it out of the hat. I've seen so many comments and so many fans and viewers and friends that were like, 'You should get up there and do a Temptations song.' I'm going to try to get up there and give it a try.' Related: As mentioned, Jamal is a PE Teacher, not a music teacher. And during this run on American Idol, he's been receiving lots of messages and videos from his students back home, which makes him feel that he's doing something right, that all these young kids are looking up to him. Related: 'I never wanted to move out of Meridian, actually,' he says when asked why he didn't relocate somewhere where it would be easier to launch his music career. 'I'm not a fan of traffic; Meridian doesn't have traffic. You don't have to wait hours to eat. Things like that that just became normal for me. When you go out of town, things are different. But growing up, I had a good experience in Meridian. Now, it's not like it used to be. It's changed, but I believe it can get back, and I believe I can help it get that way.' Idol may just be his ticket to accomplish that, especially if he makes it to the Top 5 and beyond. And if his performance of Tom Odell's "Heal" – the most watched video of the Top 10 – is any indication, he's on his way. And helping him to achieve his goals, in addition to the advice he gets each week from Luke, Lionel and Carrie, is the expertise he receives from the behind-the-scenes vocal coaches. Related: 'I have the best coaches in the world literally,' he says. 'They help me push myself to my full potential, and the judges are just so supportive. I do believe if there ever came a time where they had to critique me, they will, but right now they're telling me I'm in my own lane and just keep exploding on the stage basically.' American Idol airs Sunday and Monday nights at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. Streams next day on Hulu. Next, Make Your Vote Count! How to Vote Online or By Text on 2025
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
American Idol 2025 contestants: Top 10 perform on Ladies' Night as two singers are sent home; find out who made it to the top 8
American Idol 2025 contestants: It was a powerful night of performances on American Idol Season 23 as the Top 10 took the stage on Sunday, May 4, to compete for a spot in the Top 8. Themed 'Ladies' Night,' the live episode featured contestants singing songs made famous by iconic women in music, with a special guest appearance from country star Miranda Lambert. Fans across the United States had the power to decide who would stay and who would go, with live voting taking place during the show. Only eight contestants moved on to compete in Monday night's (May 5) Judge's Song Contest, where the Top 7 will be revealed, making every performance count. Who made it to the Top 8? After an exciting round of performances and live voting, the following singers advanced to the Top 8: John Foster Jamal Roberts Mattie Pruitt Breanna Nix Thunderstorm Artis Slater Nalley Gabby Samone Josh King Each of these contestants impressed both the judges and viewers at home, earning enough votes to continue their journey toward becoming the next American Idol. Who was eliminated? Unfortunately, the night came to an end for two contestants: Canaan James Hill Kolbi Jordan Both singers delivered heartfelt performances but ultimately did not secure enough votes to move forward. What's next for contestants? The Top 8 return to the stage on Monday night for the fan-favourite Judge's Song Contest, where each judge picks a song for the contestants to sing, without revealing who chose which one. By the end of the episode, only seven singers will remain in the competition. As the finale draws closer, the pressure is rising, and every note counts. Although judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan no longer decide who moves forward, they continue to offer feedback and guidance to help viewers make their voting choices. American Idol airs Sundays and Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC, with next-day streaming available on Hulu.
