American Idol shook things up in a big way for Season 24. This year, all auditions were held at Belmont University in Franklin, Tennessee, and Hollywood Week was replaced by a Nashville-based round. By the end of “Nashville Week,” the competition was narrowed down to 30 contestants, who advanced to the newly introduced Ohana Round. … Read more
Hannah Harper’s performance of **“The House That Built Me,” originally recorded by Miranda Lambert**, has quickly caught the attention of fans who are eager to hear more from her beyond the *American Idol* stage. As the song made its way online, listeners began sharing the clip and reacting almost instantly. Hannah Harper’s performance of **“The … Read more
Carrie Underwood has always had a soft spot for powerful story songs—but what really sets her apart is how she brings those stories to life on screen. Over the years, she’s delivered music videos that feel less like simple visuals and more like short films, complete with drama, emotion, and unforgettable twists. Three of her … Read more
The music world is mourning the loss of Brad Arnold, lead singer and founding member of 3 Doors Down, who passed away on Saturday, February 7, following a courageous battle with kidney cancer. He was 47. News of Arnold’s passing prompted an outpouring of tributes from artists across the country and rock communities, many of … Read more
Music fans across the country were recently introduced to the powerful voice and heartfelt storytelling of singer-songwriter Hannah Harper. Although she has been building a solo career and growing her following on social media for years, her American Idol audition brought her talent to a much larger audience. On Monday, February 2, Harper stepped onto … Read more
Kiera Howell of Geneva, Alabama, has been singing for as long as she can remember. Now, at just 16 years old, she’s ready to put her voice—and her confidence—to the test on the national stage. Howell will audition on Season 24 of ABC’s American Idol during the episode airing February 9. “I’ve been watching American … Read more
Hannah Harper: The Singer-Songwriter Taking American Idol by Storm Music lovers nationwide have been captivated by Hannah Harper, a talented singer-songwriter from Southeast Missouri. While she has been building a solo career and steadily growing her social media following, her American Idol audition brought her talent to a much wider audience. On February 2, Harper … Read more
For the eighth season of American Idol, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie returned as judges, while Carrie Underwood joined for her second season—remarkable considering she won the show herself in 2005. In a recent interview, Carrie discussed whether performing an original song gives contestants an advantage over covers, which have traditionally been the safer choice … Read more
Hannah Harper’s rendition of Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” captured attention immediately, drawing viewers far beyond the usual American Idol audience. Fans tuned in out of curiosity—and stayed because they couldn’t look away. What set Hannah apart was how she made the song her own without losing its soul. Her voice carried quiet strength, and instead of … Read more
Learning that your child has a chronic autoimmune disease can be overwhelming, but family support can make all the difference. Singer John Legend’s 7-year-old son, Miles, has Type 1 diabetes, and fortunately, his siblings are helping him navigate the journey with love and care. In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Legend, 46, shared how Miles … Read more