The best thing about long-lasting judges on reality competition shows is the relationship they build with each other. Watching a show like The Voice is even more enjoyable when Kelly Clarkson and Blake Shelton start to bicker with each other. American Idol might be building one of those relationships, and it is not ironic that
Luke Bryan has been one of country music’s top singers for almost two decades. As a result, he has seen first-hand the lack of diversity in that industry and the need for change. Bryan recently appeared on a panel for the Television Critics Association (TCA) and reporters asked him questions about the lack of diversity
There’s a perfectly good explanation for why Luke Bryan isn’t on American Idol tonight. No, the country crooner isn’t leaving the ABC reality TV show, but he will be out for a few episodes. Live episodes of American Idol are just getting started. Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will be holding down the fort for
In a world where a lot of people are trying to be something they’re not, it’s nice to see a group of “kids” just being themselves. Last night’s episode of American Idol had me feeling all the warm fuzzies. No contrived drama here! Not only did the judges pick the perfect matches for duets, but
Hi Idol-Addicts! As we enter Hollywood Week (when things really start to pick up), I thought I’d share my “ones to watch” list — a SELECT list whittled down from the last FIVE episodes of auditions. Here you will find videos of some of the best auditions, all in one package! These are the folks
For any Idol die-hards out there, this is for you. Monsters and Critics columnist Liz Long questions where things went wrong with American Idol and why new winners are falling into the Great Idol Abyss. Is it America choosing the wrong winner? A lack of a hit song? Bad timing of a single’s release? The
Monsters & Critics columnist Liz Long recaps American Idol Season 18 Episode 5, with a little help from a glass of pinot (or two) … Hello my lovely Idol-Addicts and welcome to the finest recap around of Idol 2020 final auditions! Now I promised myself I’m not going to do it … nope, I’m not
Police authorities are investigating after country music star Luke Bryan’s red stag was shot and killed on his property in Maury County, Tennessee. The shooting, which was reported by Bryan’s farm manager, is believed to have occurred sometime between late evening on December 4 and early on December 6, the Maury County Sheriff’s Office said.
Ethan Payne is no stranger to country music. In fact, he had already done a duet with Luke Bryan a few years prior to meeting him in the audition room on American Idol. After Make-A-Wish granted him a meet and greet with Luke Bryan, Ethan Payne was hooked. During that experience, he was able to
Luke Bryan has a tragic story but that hasn’t stopped him from living his best life. The last several years have been spent by celebrating number one hits, touring, and last year, he joined the American Idol reboot as a judge. On the season premiere of American Idol, a contestant really pulled at Luke Bryan’s