american idol went coast to coast tonight as the Top 12 performed songs from the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame which was perfect considering this judge Lionel Richie was inducted into last year’s class of 2022 winners.
As a result of Idol being live from coast to coast, the voting was also live, so at the end of the night the results were revealed with the Top 12 reduced from two to the Top 10. Not bad considering that the week last was a bloodbath with eight prospects sent home.
Also Tonight, Season Eight Finalist and Hit Artist Adam Lambert mentored the top 12 contestants to help them prepare for another night of unforgettable live performances. Adam also took the stage to perform “I Can’t Stand the Rain” from his solo album. High Drama.
Then tomorrow night the judges song contest returns as judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel each offer songs from which contestants can choose. Then America will vote for the Top 7 LIVE from coast to coast.
Here’s how Sunday night went:
Contestants eliminated tonight on American Idol 2023
Lucia Love
Nutsa
Advance artists into the Top 12 tonight on american idol 2023
Colin Stough
Madison Harbor
I am Tongi
Mariebeth Byrd
Megan Danielle
Olivier Steele
Tyson Venegas
Warren Pey
We Ani
Zachary Smith
Tyson Venegas
Song: “For Once In My Life” by Stevie Wonder
Luke: “It was so comfortable. You weren’t even trying to make the magic happen.”
Warren Pey
Song: “House of the Rising Sun” by Animals
Lionel: “Let me tell you this. You couldn’t have picked a more classic rock ‘n’ roll song. I thought maybe you started too low, but you came through.”
Madison Harbor
Song: “Livin’ on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi
Katie:“You’re done swapping your Flintstone vitamins for trusted vitamins. You’re the next big pop star when it comes to this performance.”
Luke: “It was a huge look for you. It was a huge breakout for you.
Lucia Love
Song: “All Night Long” by Lionel Richie
Luke: “I’m so glad we brought you back. You showed us so much character in your vocal movements that define your artistry, which is unique to you. It’s so important to continue to be unique to you. These races, you there leave your mark!
Lionel: “You did a great job. You took my song and made it your song. It’s crazy good.
Olivier Steele
Song: “Georgia” by Ray Charles
Lionel: “You know it’s a song we have to finish tonight. I thought you were going to riff all night. You did a fabulous job. You put some reggae in there. Adam was right, do everything to YOU.
Colin Stough
Song: “Midnight Rider” by The Allman Brothers Group
Katy: “When I saw you playing ‘Midnight Rider,’ I thought, ‘He’s got his license, and he’s ready to drive.’ This song was probably written by someone who committed a crime. When you started nodding, I walked in. You looked great as always.
Related: american idol Judge Katy Perry calls Colin Stough “the Brad Pitt of the country”
Mariebeth Byrd
Song: “Dancing Queen” by ABBA
Luke: “All the kids in my country went to Hollywood. I don’t know how America’s going to vote on all of this. I love how you did this. You didn’t do anything too much, you just did it do it yourself.
We Ani
Song: “Something’s Got a Hold on Me” by Etta James
Lionel: “I have to get this situation under control. This is how you bring the bad guy to the table. It was a breakout performance right there.
Katie: “She didn’t come here to play. There’s Friends and Camp American Idol, but you just turned that thing into a competition.
Nutsa
Song: “The Show Must Go On” by Queen
Katy: “Don’t change. You cannot change. I think you understood what Adam had to say at least at first. You don’t have to always go to 10. You will be Nutsa forever and ever.
Megan Danielle
Song: “Angel of Montgomery” by Bonnie Raitt
Luke: “I’m confused. I’m so moved by what you just did. What you just did will stand in any room in the world, including the Grammys. What Adam Lambert told you was so right . You are the reason american idol works.”
Zachary Smith
Song: “Don’t Bring Me Down” by Electric Light Orchestra
Lionel: “Adam was right. You have to bring the party to the stage. You brought the party to the stage. What I like about you is your attitude. It’s brilliant. You’re entertaining. That’s half. The other half is that you need to have folders.
I am Tongi
Song: “Bring it On Home” by Sam Cook
Katie: “It’s like that when Iam goes on stage. I can’t even hear myself. You are magical. You are the only one.”
Luke: “There’s no way people can’t love you. People love you and that’s special. What a huge step you’re taking here without your guitar. It was a big moment for you.”
american idol returns Monday night at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC when the Top 10 is whittled down to Top 7.
Next, Lionel Richie on his ‘secret’ performance for King Charles’ coronation
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