A ‘Real’ Country ‘American Idol’ Audition Makes Luke Bryan Do a Happy Dance [Watch]A ‘Real’ Country ‘American Idol’ Audition Makes Luke Bryan Do a Happy Dance [Watch]Colin Stough brought true-blue country roots to 'American Idol' with his Lynyrd Skynyrd cover -- and a guest appearance from his mama.Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Luke Bryan is ‘Hooked’ on Young ‘American Idol’ Hopeful After ‘Incredible’ Audition [Watch]Luke Bryan is ‘Hooked’ on Young ‘American Idol’ Hopeful After ‘Incredible’ Audition [Watch]This 'American Idol' contestant dropped jaws with her stunning original song.Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
‘American Idol’ Favorite Ethan Payne Brings the Truth Home With ‘What Grandpas Are For’ [Exclusive Premiere]‘American Idol’ Favorite Ethan Payne Brings the Truth Home With ‘What Grandpas Are For’ [Exclusive Premiere]This song serves as the perfect tribute to his granddad.Tricia DespresTricia Despres
‘American Idol’ Finalist C.J. Harris’ Cause of Death Revealed‘American Idol’ Finalist C.J. Harris’ Cause of Death RevealedNews of Harris' cause of death confirms suspicions about what happened.Billy DukesBilly Dukes
‘American Idol’ Contestant CJ Harris Dead at 31‘American Idol’ Contestant CJ Harris Dead at 31The country-rock singer, who once shared the Grand Ole Opry stage with Darius Rucker, died of an apparent heart attack. Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
'American Idol' Finalist C.J. Harris Dies at 31'American Idol' Finalist C.J. Harris Dies at 31The Alabama native won over the hearts of Darius Rucker, Keith Urban and country fans across the world.Lorie LiebigLorie Liebig
Luke Bryan and the ‘American Idol’ Judges Star in a Vegas-Themed Teaser for Season 21 [Watch]Luke Bryan and the ‘American Idol’ Judges Star in a Vegas-Themed Teaser for Season 21 [Watch]Luke Bryan + the rest of the 'Idol' judges will return for a new season in mid-February.Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Luke Bryan and Son Bo Gave Katy Perry a ‘Country Education’ About Deer PeeLuke Bryan and Son Bo Gave Katy Perry a ‘Country Education’ About Deer PeeHe's the resident country expert on 'American Idol.' JessJess
‘American Idol’ Sets Season 21 Premiere Date‘American Idol’ Sets Season 21 Premiere Date'American Idol' Season 21 is coming very soon.Grace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan Vaughn
They’re Back! Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry Returning to ‘American Idol’ for Season 21They’re Back! Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry Returning to ‘American Idol’ for Season 21Host Ryan Seacrest will also return for Season 21.JessJess
HunterGirl on Working With Carrie Underwood: ‘I Lost My Mind’HunterGirl on Working With Carrie Underwood: ‘I Lost My Mind’How else would she feel when performing for such a superstar? Grace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan Vaughn
Read Carrie Underwood’s Journal From Her ‘American Idol’ Win 17 Years AgoRead Carrie Underwood’s Journal From Her ‘American Idol’ Win 17 Years Ago"I still feel the excitement through the pages!"JessJess