Erinn Callahan

1 week ago | americansongwriter.com | Erinn Callahan

Since rising to fame in 2008 with her debut single, “I Kissed a Girl,” Katy Perry has worn multiple hats. She’s been a fashion icon, a platinum-selling pop star, and a judge on American Idol. Now, her resume is only getting wilder. No longer just an “earthbound misfit,” Perry is preparing to visit Earth’s atmosphere as part of an all-women crew. Here’s how you can watch the “E.T.” singer make extraterrestrial history. Katy Perry is one of six celebrities set to visit the edge of space.

1 week ago | americansongwriter.com | Erinn Callahan

Season 23 of American Idol is headed to the happiest place on earth. On Sunday’s episode, the 24 remaining contestants will battle it out at Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii. Be sure to tune in at 8/7c on ABC. You can keep up with all the performances and viral moments with American Songwriter’s Season 23 Live Blog below. Reminder: For the most up-to-date results, refresh the page. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

1 week ago | americansongwriter.com | Erinn Callahan

As we inch closer to learning the identity of the next American Idol, the Top 24 contestants head to Hawaii to sing their hearts out. For the first time this season, the artists’ fates now rest with the viewers, who can vote for their favorites using one of three methods. Additionally, Jelly Roll made his debut last week as the show’s first-ever artist-in-residence.

1 week ago | americansongwriter.com | Erinn Callahan

A new episode of American Idol comes out tonight (Sunday, April 13.) With the Top 24 freshly unveiled, the competition is only getting fiercer as artists vie for the monetary grand prize and recording contract. Until this point in the season, the artists’ fates have rested solely in the hands of judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood. Tonight, the power shifts to the viewers. Here’s how you can make your voice heard during season 23 of American Idol.

1 week ago | americansongwriter.com | Erinn Callahan

American Idol wrapped up season 23 Hollywood Week with multiple stellar performances. Unfortunately, only 24 could move forward in the competition. Zaylie Windsor automatically advanced Sunday (April 6) with an incredible rendition of Billie Eilish’s “Happier Than Ever.” Windsor joined Gabby Samone, Mattie Pruitt, and Canaan James Hill in bypassing the Head to Head Round and heading straight to the Top 24. Now, we know the names of the other 20 artists who’ll join them.