‘American Idol’ Country Standout Dubbed a 'Star' by Katy Perry‘American Idol’ Country Standout Dubbed a 'Star' by Katy PerryThis would-be Idol's powerful backstory is a tear-jerker, too.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge
'American Idol' Singer Compared to Chris Stapleton Advances'American Idol' Singer Compared to Chris Stapleton AdvancesThis audition gave Luke Bryan goosebumps.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge
'American Idol': Colt Glover Labeled 'Best Country Singer' So Far'American Idol': Colt Glover Labeled 'Best Country Singer' So Far'American Idol' judge Katy Perry really liked Colt Glover. Billy DukesBilly Dukes
American Idol: Cay Aliese Honors Her Late Father, 'Voice' SingerAmerican Idol: Cay Aliese Honors Her Late Father, 'Voice' SingerCay Aliese is the 24-year-old daughter of Nolan Neal, an accomplished singer and songwriter who died last summer.Billy DukesBilly Dukes
WATCH: 'American Idol' Hopeful Shares a Song Inspired By Late MomWATCH: 'American Idol' Hopeful Shares a Song Inspired By Late MomMusic has helped this 'American Idol' hopeful cope through some of his darkest times.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge
'American Idol': Teenage Singer Has Emotional Reunion With Dad'American Idol': Teenage Singer Has Emotional Reunion With DadWhen it comes to American Idol, one thing is for sure: The show does not run short of fresh talent or emotional stories.Melinda LorgeMelinda Lorge
Country Music Memories: Lauren Alaina Auditions for 'Idol'Country Music Memories: Lauren Alaina Auditions for 'Idol'She was only 15 years old at the time.Angela StefanoAngela Stefano
Country Music Memories: Scotty McCreery Auditions for 'Idol'Country Music Memories: Scotty McCreery Auditions for 'Idol'It's one of the standout moments from the entire history of the show. Taste of CountryTaste of Country
C.J. Harris, 'American Idol' Season 13 Finalist, Dies at 31C.J. Harris, 'American Idol' Season 13 Finalist, Dies at 31The Alabama native won over the hearts of Darius Rucker, Keith Urban and country fans across the world.Lorie LiebigLorie Liebig
HunterGirl Says Performing Her on Her Own Tour Is More 'Intimate'HunterGirl Says Performing Her on Her Own Tour Is More 'Intimate'HunterGirl enjoyed being on TV, but performing on her own tour is something special. Grace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan Vaughn