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Hollie Talks about her Idol Journey

by Alison Bailey on May 14, 2012

Hollie Cavanagh , the powerful singer from McKinney, TX fought all the way to the Top 4 before being eliminated last week. The morning after her elimination Hollie chatted with press about leaving the show, the friendships she made, and her future album! When asked if Hollie thought she would be eliminated she said, ” There was definitely something different about that day. I’m not sure what it was, but I guess it was just my gut just telling me.

The countdown to the finale has begun. What are your Season 11 finale predictions? As the Top 3 fight this week for a spot in the finale, some of your favorite Idol alumni are heating up arenas all over the country! That includes last year’s winner, Scotty McCreery ! Find out where you can see him and your other favorites perform this week below. Remember American Idol LIVE! Tour 2012 tickets are on sale now! Monday 5/14 Adam Lambert performs at the MLB Fan Cave in New York, NY

Top 3 Idol Homecoming Events

by Lucy on May 11, 2012

Your Top 3, Jessica Sanchez , Joshua Ledet , and Phillip Phillips are headed home to celebrate their Idol accomplishments. Don’t miss their return, join their celebrations – here is the schedule! Jessica Sanchez Friday, May 11, 8:30 – 9:00pm Concert at Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre 93.3 Summer Kickoff Concert 2050 Entertainment Circle Chula Vista, CA 91911 Saturday, May 12, 10:15 – 10:45am

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Two girls, two bros, three stay, one goes! Imagine that little rhyme in cut-out magazine letters and you’ve got yourself a serial killer. Tonight we find out the Top 3 contestants who will return to their hometowns as “heroes,” in a segment that will hopefully fill any time that may have been occupied by a Rock of Ages or Coca Cola promotion. We also get performances from former winner David Cook (yay, is my understanding), and the enchanting Jennifer Lopez. I honestly can not wait to see how this J

Song List: The Top 4

by Katie on May 10, 2012

Last night your Top 4 took on songs from the Golden State and songs that inspired them. The judges doled out the praise for many stellar performances . Tune in TONIGHT at 8/7c to find out who will be one step closer to the finale and who will be sent home. There will also be some pretty rockin’ performances from Idol family members Jennifer Lopez and David Cook .

Round-Up

by Lucy on May 10, 2012

With only two weeks to go until the American Idol Season 11 finale, some of our favorite Idol alumni are making headlines. Remember to tune in TONIGHT at 8/7c on FOX to see who made it to Top 3 . Check out the latest news! Taylor Hicks is going to appear on a new celebrity dating show on FOX. The Choice premieres Thursday, June 7th at 9/8c and will be filmed in front of a live audience

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The crowd was extra screamy on American Idol Wednesday night (May 9); they wanted a spectacle. And early in the episode we got the sense we’d get one, as the final four Idols seemed to be in that rare phase where competitors push each other to new heights. We’re not saying it was The Beatles vs. the Beach Boys , but let us enjoy the moment, ok

Download the Top 4 on iTunes

by Allie on May 10, 2012

Following tonight’s episode of American Idol, a compilation album of the songs performed by the Season 11 Top 4 finalists will go on sale on the iTunes Store. Individual songs will also be available for sale. The tracks released on iTunes are studio versions recorded by the finalists under the guidance of “Idol” musical director Ray Chew .

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I’m still upset about Skylar Laine. My colleague, John Kubicek, covered American Idol last week, so that I could cry privately and curl up next to a bottle of wine after the results show. Eventually the wine and tears tasted the SAME. This is my shocking result/devastation for the season.

Great Tips from American Idol Makeup Artists

by American Idol Blog on May 8, 2012

Learn how to get the polished look you want with our photos and makeup tips! You can also get a tutorial from the makeup artists with this cool video where your favorite finalists are the models. Want skin like Skylar ‘s? Begin by priming skin with a long-wear foundation in two colors: one to highlight and one to contour.