The legendary Kenny Rogers has had one of the most successful and longest-lived careers of any artist of his generation, but he still hadn't achieved the pinnacle of country success -- induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame -- until this year.
Aspiring country singer Kree Harrison showed her versatility on 'American Idol' on Wednesday night (April 17), singing the Celine Dion song 'Have You Ever Been in Love' to overwhelming praise from the judges.
Aspiring country singer Janelle Arthur sang an early Dolly Parton song titled 'Dumb Blonde' on 'American Idol' Wednesday night (April 17), earning a less-than-enthusiastic response from the judging panel.
Country singer Kree Harrison threw a little bit of a curve ball on 'American Idol' on Wednesday night (April 17), singing the Black Crowes' 'She Talks to Angels' in a slightly different arrangement that she intended to showcase something apart from her norm.
Up-and-coming country singer Janelle Arthur paid tribute to one of her earliest influences on 'American Idol' Wednesday night (April 17), performing the Vince Gill classic 'When I Call Your Name' to effusive praise from the judges -- except one.
Hot rising star Hunter Hayes is on a major roll. The 21-year-old singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist released his major label debut in 2011, and since then he's scored a big hit with 'Wanted' and won a number of critical accolades. But he was still unsure of himself when superstar Brad Paisley asked him to play guitar on 'Outstanding in Our Field,' a track from the legend's new album, 'Wheelhouse.'
Season one winner Kelly Clarkson performed her new single 'People Like Us' on 'American Idol' on Thursday night (April 11), showcasing an interesting blend of light and dark that's a little bit edgier than some of her past efforts.
'American Idol' season 10 champion Scotty McCreery returned to the 'Idol' stage on Thursday night (April 11) to perform his new single 'See You Tonight,' introducing fans to a little bit of a new sound.
Up-and-coming country singer Janelle Arthur sang the Garth Brooks classic 'The Dance' on 'American Idol' on Wednesday night (April 10), earning a somewhat mixed response from the judges despite a strong performance.
Kree Harrison sang the timeless Kris Kristofferson classic 'Help Me Make It Through the Night' on 'American Idol' Wednesday night (April 10), once again demonstrating her wide range of interpretation and earning accolades from the judges.
Country girl Janelle Arthur sang the classic tune 'I'll Never Fall in Love Again' on 'American Idol' on Wednesday night (April 10), turning in a somewhat spotty performance that earned a very mixed reaction from the judges.
Aspiring country star Kree Harrison performed the pop classic 'What the World Needs Now Is Love' on 'American Idol' Wednesday night (April 10), once again earning universal praise from the judging panel for her seemingly effortless interpretation.
