After a strong showing during last week’s auditions, fans were hoping for more impressive talent to keep the return of “American Idol” on the right path.

5 Standout Moments From Night 2 of ABC’s ‘American Idol’
American Idol debuted with solid ratings after it’s Sunday night debut, but it was Monday’s night show where Idol had a real return to form with a strong showing of young talent and the kind of emotional moments that really separate the singing show from its competition. Katy, Luke, and Lionel responded immediately to the new crop […]

5 of the Best Moments From ABC’s ‘American Idol’ Premiere
Young talent surprised, golden tickets were given out, and wigs flew on the premiere of American Idol‘s debut season on it’s new network, ABC. The show boasts a new all-star judging panel featuring Motown legend Lionel Richie, pop phenom Katy Perry and country crooner Luke Bryan and this time around, the trio is determined to find a bona […]

Album Review: ‘Paranoia’ Signifies a New Era for ‘Idol’ Winner Lee DeWyze
As American Idol gears up to premiere its 16th season on ABC beginning March 11, it’s hard to believe that Season 9, the season where the grouchy but honest Simon Cowell left the juggernaut show, was almost eight years ago. That season was the same season where Lee DeWyze, the underdog painter from Mount Prospect, Illinois, […]

Top 5 for 5: Andrew Ranks the Best ‘American Idol’ Seasons
Social Media and Content Editor Andrew Rogers’ love of American Idol has been evident throughout his writing during his 5 years with The Hudsucker. So for his Top 5 for 5, it makes perfect sense that he would write about his favorite groups of Idol finalists. With American Idol set to be revived on ABC with a […]