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Taylor Fagins presents the original song which moved the panel!
Luke Bryan called Huntergirl his favorite female country voice ever on the show! High praise for her.
Grace Franklin – granddaughter of legend Aretha Franklin audition sweet performance. She received a full 8 minutes of airtime on the premiere. Watch. Moreover, Grace is the youngest granddaughter and was only 15 when she auditioned for American Idol. Luke said No. Katy wanted to give her a break with a yes! Lionel had the final choice.
Idol Returnees & Idol Alum Progeny
Zareh Isa – Zareh also known as Zaza, 21-year-old stylist from Los Angeles. Moreover, her mother was Season 4 8th place finisher, Nadia Turner – Instagram.
Jacob Moran – Jacob, a singing nurse from Dansville, Michigan, was on Season 17 of American Idol when he was 24.
His audition of Ariana Grande’s “Into You” had the judges gushing in Kentucky. Moreover, at 27 he is a great technical singer, with big vocals and a range suited well for taking on female divas.
More returnees
Other notable returnees are Jade Flores (Season 17) and Abby LeBaron (Season 19).
Jade is a country singer and Abby is an indie-pop vocalist. Neither past the Hollywood week in their respective seasons.
Moreover, Abby wowed during her audition of “All I Want,” but the judges thought she needed more confidence.
On the other hand, Jade was cut during group rounds after turning in one of the best Hollywood performances in recent years of “Unchained Melody.”
Miss America!
Betty Maxwell – She was Miss America 2016 (as Betty Cantrell, now married) hailing from Georgia. Moreover, the 27-year-old posted a Tik Tok video a few months back, saying she had made it to the celebrity judge round after producers reached out to her.
Furthermore, the 27-year-old has had viral impressions videos. Moreover, she pursued a country career in Nashville, now her covers are theatre-based or pop songs. Moreover, Watch Impressions performance.
Semifinalists from The Voice, America’s Got Talent
Allegra Miles – She was on The Voice Season 18, she was interviewed here during her journey. Moreover, Miles, now 18-years-old, from South Florida, made it all the way to Semifinals on The Voice as a member of the inaugural Team Nick Jonas.
She is strong singer-songwriter vibes for example in the “Use Somebody” by Kings of Leon on the piano. Moreover, Idol could be the full pathway to success and a clear favorite with us.
Christian Guardino – Christian is a singer of pop and soul ballads. He first appeared in “Showtime at the Apollo” in 2016.
Moreover, on America’s Got Talent in 2017 at age 16 (now 21) auditioned with “Who’s Loving You.” He received Howie Mandel’s Golden Buzzer exited during the semifinals.
Yoli Mayor – She appeared in America’s Got Talent semifinals on the same season as Jacob at age 21 (now 26).
Simon Cowell stopped stripped away from her “old-fashioned” style and performed the memorable “Make It Rain”.
Moreover, the Miami soul singer looks to make it far on Idol this season. One to watch and develop this season.
More The Voice returnees
Here are several contestants found from The Voice franchise making the transition to Idol.
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Mike Parker – At 23, he was a member of Team Jennifer Hudson on Season 15 of The Voice. Mixing both pop and R&B received a last-minute turn performing “So Sick” Consequently, eliminated with a performance of “Breakeven” in the Knockouts.
Jordan Chase Torrez – style is a mixture of soul and country. He auditioned for The Voice at age 19 on Season 17 with Drake White’s “Makin’ Me Look Good Again.” Moreover, he was on Team Blake Shelton and got cut in the battles.
Moreover A Viral star
Tyler Allen – is a viral gospel singer. Watch his performances here. This video has over 12 million views. He is a preacher, writer, and actor according to his socials. Moreover, this season appears to have a number of soulful singers. See the Viral Moment on Facebook.
Also notable
Delaney Renee Audition Tik Tock media viral singer and all American girl WATCH
This is why we cover this show for people like Delaney to appear. Thank you to the friend who introduced us to her here. VALIDATION PLUS!
Manda Malina X Factor appearance:
Moreover, if you want to know how far some of these people went, check out the spoilers for the Top 59 (58 have been revealed).
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NICOLINA should be in top 3 not hunter girl