Kiera Howell may be just 16 years old, but she brought confidence, grit, and powerhouse vocals to her American Idol audition. The Geneva, Alabama native impressed the judges with a bold performance of a We The Kingdom song — a choice that highlighted her love for Christian rock and her dynamic vocal tone. Though she … Read more
Livy Spino made sure her American Idol audition was anything but ordinary. The 22-year-old from a small town in West Virginia didn’t just arrive with big vocals — she showed up with bold energy, a bright personality, and even a bag of Texas Roadhouse rolls and peanuts in hand. Currently working as a server at … Read more
Trew The Star walked into his American Idol audition carrying more than just a dream — he carried his family’s story with him. “For me, this is bigger than auditioning,” he shared before stepping in front of judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan at Belmont University in Nashville. “It’s about showing my family … Read more
Just hours after announcing that her Emmy-winning daytime series will conclude following its seventh season, Kelly Clarkson hinted that her television journey is far from over. While confirming the end of The Kelly Clarkson Show, she dropped a line that immediately sparked buzz: “You may catch me on The Voice from time to time… you … Read more
“You’ve got this grit in your voice… I could totally hear you singing country,” Carrie Underwood told 16-year-old Kiera Howell during her standout American Idol audition. The Geneva, Alabama native brought both personality and powerhouse vocals to the stage, performing “Don’t Tread On Me” by We The Kingdom. Though still in high school, Howell has … Read more
Livy, a 22-year-old server from West Virginia, made a lasting impression on American Idol with an audition full of charm, humor, and powerhouse vocals. Working at Texas Roadhouse, she’s known for singing to guests on their birthdays—and that’s exactly where her journey toward national attention began. Before she even sang a note, Livy brought her … Read more
Hannah Harper quickly became a standout favorite on American Idol after her deeply emotional audition. (Photo credit: American Idol/YouTube) Whether she ultimately takes home the trophy or not, Hannah Harper has already captured hearts. On Monday night, February 2, the 25-year-old bluegrass singer and mother of three performed an original song, “String Cheese,” for judges … Read more
Livy, a 22-year-old server from West Virginia, made an unforgettable first impression on American Idol, blending powerhouse vocals with a bold, playful personality that instantly lit up the audition room. By day, she works at Texas Roadhouse, where she often sings for guests celebrating birthdays—performances that eventually went viral on TikTok and helped lead her … Read more
Hannah Harper has sparked a wave of excitement among American Idol viewers after fans discovered a powerful performance many hadn’t seen before. Long before stepping onto the Idol stage, Hannah performed “The Fool” by Lee Ann Womack, and fans are only now realizing how perfectly the song suits her voice. What stood out most was … Read more
In a week dominated by sharp takes and unforgiving online commentary, a quieter and more grounded account has emerged from within the family of the late music manager Brandon Blackstock—one that directly challenges claims that Kelly Clarkson’s grief has been exaggerated or staged. Blackstock passed away on August 7, 2025, at the age of 48 … Read more