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Twin brothers Kellen and Braden Rumfelt of Murphy, North Carolina, have been building momentum both as part of a close-knit family act and now on the national stage. Long before Braden’s breakout moment on American Idol Season 24, the brothers joined their family to release “The Greatest Love Story,” a song rooted in faith, family … Read more
Before she ever stepped onto the American Idol stage, Keyla Richardson had already achieved what many artists only dream of—a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Gospel Airplay chart. Her powerful single, “So Good,” had been performed live in front of national audiences and helped establish her as a rising force in gospel music long … Read more
Julián Kalel made an emotional and triumphant return to American Idol, stepping back in front of the judges after taking time away from the competition in 2025 to focus on his mental health. The 19-year-old college student from El Paso, Texas, was warmly welcomed by judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan, all of … Read more
Noah Orion Brings Rock ‘n’ Roll Energy to American Idol Auditions If judge Carrie Underwood has her way, this season of American Idol will feature a few rockers in the Class of ’26—and one strong contender may be Noah Orion, lead singer of the band Wall of Sound. ABC gave fans an exclusive first look … Read more
Braden Rumfelt, a 22-year-old substitute teacher from Murphy, North Carolina, had once dreamed of a professional sports career. Encouraged by his father, Braden’s plans were derailed by a congenital leg condition and multiple surgeries. “Going into high school, I started having knee pain in both legs. I found out I have a congenital issue—my legs … Read more
Season 29 of The Voice is almost here—and it promises to be unlike anything fans have seen before. Following the crowning of Season 28’s winner in December, NBC has announced that the new season, titled Battle of Champions, will premiere on February 23. This season brings back three fan-favorite coaches—Kelly Clarkson, Adam Levine, and John … Read more
From sleeping in his car after losing his father to standing beneath the brightest lights in music, Alex Warren’s journey to the Grammy stage is one shaped by loss, survival, and relentless perseverance. At just 25 years old, Warren stepped onto the stage at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards carrying far more than pre-performance nerves. … Read more
American Idol may have just discovered its next breakout star. During the February 2 episode, 24-year-old Makiyah, a bank employee from Arkansas, left judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood in awe with a show-stopping audition that instantly set her apart. Before taking the stage, Makiyah shared that most of her singing happens in … Read more
The Voice is returning for Season 29—but fans should be ready for a very different competition. Officially titled The Voice: Battle of Champions, the new season introduces a revamped format, a reduced coaching panel, returning contestants, and a live in-studio voting element. With major changes across the board, Season 29 aims to raise the stakes … Read more
Hannah Harper’s understated kitchen performance of Lee Ann Womack’s “If You’re Ever Down in Dallas” has quietly become one of the most talked-about moments connected to American Idol this season. Recorded casually while she sat at her kitchen counter, the video spread rapidly across social media—not because of big vocals or polished production, but because … Read more