American Idol Vote Facebook Online Voting

Watch “American Idol” Season 10 Episode 13 as the Top 12 Boys will perform live tonight, plus check out the new online voting this year. The official announcement on the new voting options for American Idol’s Season 10 came out last week with the news that beginning March 1, fans of the popular show could begin voting online immediately following Tuesday’s broadcast.

American Idol Vote: Casey Abrams From Hospital to Hot Ticket! (VIDEO)

On this week’s male sing off on American Idol Casey Abrams mesmerized the audience, the judges and the TV viewers with his rendition of the classic song I Put A Spell On You by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. And what a week it’s been for Casey Abrams.

Just a week ago Casey Abrams was rushed to hospital for severe stomach pains and reportedly needed a blood transfusion. But the American Idol contestant rallied and got well in no time and was able to not just perform on Tuesday night’s episode but also he managed to totally bring it.

'American Idol' to release greatest hits album

Songs from "American Idol" winners and finalists are to be released on a 10th anniversary compilation album.

"American Idol 10th Anniversary - The Hits" features songs from Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Daughtry, Adam Lambert, Fantasia and David Cook. It will be released on March 15.

"Since U Been Gone" by Clarkson, "Before He Cheats" from Underwood, and Daughtry's "Home" are just some of the featured tracks on the disc. In addition, Jordin Sparks' duet with Chris Brown "No Air," Cook's "Light On" and Fantasia's "When I See U" will also be included.

Clarkson, Underwood and Daughtry are the three most successful Idols, with Clarkson and Underwood selling a combined 22 million albums.

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"American Idol" is currently in its 10th season, with new judges Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez joining Randy Jackson behind the desk.

The full tracklist is:
1. Kelly Clarkson - "Since U Been Gone"
2. Ruben Studdard - "Superstar"
3. Clay Aiken - "Invisible"
4. Fantasia - "When I See U"
5. Carrie Underwood - "Before He Cheats"
6. Taylor Hicks - "Takin' It To The Streets"
7. Daughtry - "Home"
8. Jordin Sparks (duet with Chris Brown) - "No Air"
9. David Cook - "Light On"
10. Kris Allen - "Live Like We're Dying"
11. Adam Lambert - "Whataya Want From Me"
12. Lee DeWyze - "Sweet Serendipity"

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American Idol Panel Predictions: Who Will Win?

Who will win season 10 of American Idol? We might need to learn the identity of the contestants before we can venture a guess.

But in this week's Entertainment Weekly, members of the new (and improved?) panel make a couple broad predictions. To wit:

Ryan: I think you’ll see some of the youngest talent we’ve ever had compete with some of the oldest talent we’ve ever had.

J. Lo: You may have the youngest winner ever.

Randy: I’m going to go out on a limb. I think a girl’s going to win the show.

 American Idol Panel Predictions: Who Will Win?

The show has already confirmed a few major changes for the new season. Below, meanwhile, the Idol team touches on a couple other aspects, including the British elephant NOT in the room...

Will the show miss Simon Cowell?

Randy: Look, it’s definitely been interesting. He’s our friend for life. I don’t know if Steven knows him much, but Jennifer definitely knows him. We’ve all hung out together. So, listen, we definitely miss him, but it’s a different kind of vibe. It’s a different kind of energy now. And I think in season 10 the show actually really needed it.

What about the lack in recent superstars produced by Idol?

J. Lo: We all know that in this business, a 1 percent chance is huge, so I think this show is doing pretty well in that arena. So with addressing that comment, what are we looking for? We’re looking for a recording artist, a pop star, someone who’s a real artist. You can tell that when they walk in, the ones that have that special thing.  (THG)

American Idol Sued For $100 Million

American Idol is being sued for $100 million by a former contestant. Ian Benardo, originally sued the popular, televised talent show for $300 million but withdrew that lawsuit.

He re-filed and this time leveled a $100 million lawsuit at the company, claiming that the second figure was a “cleaner” number.

Benardo is suing for sexual harassment and discrimination. He claims that he was exploited because of his sexuality. According to Ian, the producers at Idol ordered him to “gay it up.” No word from American Idol concerning the suit.

I’m not a ‘legal eagle’ but I’m not so sure that he has a strong case. However, who knows? Perhaps American Idol will settle with Benardo to get the whole thing over with. That seems to be the way of the world now-a-days, simple settle and move on. Guess, we’ll have to wait and see. Don’t worry, we’ll keep you updated as best we can!

Singer Blige will be 'Idol' guest judge

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15 Singer Mary J. Blige will serve as a guest judge on "American Idol" for its upcoming ninth season, a source with the U.S. TV series says.
An unidentified show source said Blige, 38, will help judge "Idol" auditions in Atlanta with regular series judges Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi, People.com reported Friday.
The source said singer Victoria Beckham was a guest judge for the Fox reality competition during auditions in Boston that ended Friday.
"The judges and production team have been having a lot of fun with Victoria," the source said. "She's had a great response so far, and has been really warm with the contestants."
The guest judges are taking the place of singer Paula Abdul, who left the series because of a contract dispute and has since been mentioned as a possible addition to ABC's "Dancing with the Series."