Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will return to the judging table for the third time during Season 18 of American Idol, which is slated to premiere on ABC on Feb. 16. Over the last few months, the three judges have critiqued auditions by thousands of Idol hopefuls in more than 20 cities, including…… MORE
Carrie Underwood knows a thing or two about winning over the crowd—and judges—on American Idol. After winning Season 4 of the reality competition in 2004, Carrie returned to the show during the Season 17 finale on May 19 to perform her new single, “Southbound.” Decked out in a colorful sequined dress, Carrie delivered a rousing…… MORE
Darius Rucker took the stage at the American Idol finale on May 21, teaming with finalist Caleb Lee Hutchinson to sing his 2013 No. 1 hit, “Wagon Wheel.” Penned by Bob Dylan and Ketch Secor of Old Crow Medicine Show, “Wagon Wheel” earned Darius the 2014 Grammy for Best Country Solo Performance. “It’s so inspiring…… MORE
Darius Rucker will perform live on the season finale of American Idol on May 21. The two-night finale, which begins on May 20, will also feature performances by judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, as well as Bebe Rexha, Gary Clark Jr., Nick Jonas + Mustard, Patti LaBelle, Yolanda Adams, Kermit the Frog…… MORE
As a farm girl from Checotah, Okla., Carrie Underwood burst onto the scene and into America’s heart during the fourth season of American Idol in 2013. With a voice like a cannon, Carrie left no doubt night after night who the next American Idol was going to be (sorry, Bo Bice, it wasn’t even close.)…… MORE
Luke Bryan announced today (Sept. 29) that he will join Katy Perry and Lionel Richie as judges on the new season of American Idol on ABC. Ryan Seacrest will return to host the series. “I’m excited at the chance to help some deserving artists reach their dreams,” said Luke. “To be in a position in…… MORE
As a farm girl from Checotah, Okla., Carrie Underwood burst onto the scene and into America’s heart during the fourth season of American Idol in 2005. Cute as a button with a voice as powerful as a cannon, Carrie left no doubt night after night who the next American Idol was going to be (sorry,…… MORE
Scotty McCreery’s fans have something to look forward to in 2017: new music from the former American Idol winner. Scotty, who hasn’t released a new single since “Southern Belle” in August 2015, parted ways with his Mercury Nashville label earlier this year. Although his last studio album was 2013’s See You Tonight, Scotty has remained…… MORE
Lisa talks with Lauren Alaina about how American Idol kickstarted her musical career, her struggle with bulimia, overcoming peer pressure, sharing her story through personal new songs and more. Show Participants Lauren Alaina Lisa Konicki, NCD editor in chief Show Notes & Links Lauren Alaina’s website Follow Lauren on Twitter @Lauren_Alaina Follow Lauren on Facebook Follow Lauren…… MORE
You may know Trent Harmon as the very last winner of FOX’s hit show, American Idol, but we here at Nashcountrydaily.com got to know Trent as one hell of good singer. The Memphis native stopped by the NashCountryDaily.com offices this afternoon (Sept. 7) for a special Facebook live performance and to show just why he…… MORE
Leonardo DiCaprio’s friends think his new girlfriend, 26-year-old Italian model Vittoria Ceretti, has him WHIPPED. But he doesn’t care, because he’s never been, “this in love or this devoted to a woman.” The first round of performers for the Grammys have been announced and it looks like Lainey Wilson and Brad Paisley will be holding…
Dolly Parton just announced that the world premiere of “Dolly: An Original Musical” will take place in NASHVILLE this summer, before heading to Broadway in New York City next year. That’s big news for the Nashville area, because NYC and LA always seem to scoop up every major premiere. Dolly said, “I am Tennessee born…