American Idol Recap: Showstopper Performances and Top 24 After Final Judgment Announced

On the April 4 episode of “American Idol,” even more cuts were made when the judges selected the top 24 after seeing Showstopper’s performances and the final verdict.

The remaining contestants perform with a full group for the first time in the 20th season. american idol on the April 4 episode of the show. Leah Marlene He is the first competitor to be called to meet with the judges for his final decision. She sang “she She’s A Self Made Man” for her showstoppers performance and … Katy Perry hailed her as the “queen of the guitar”. Although the judges wished the volume was a little louder, they put Leah in the top 24.

next Jay CoplandEarlier this season, she went platinum at her audition in Austin, Texas. For Showstoppers, Jay went out singing “Jar of Hearts”. Katy told Jay that she’s an “almost perfect singer”, but warned him that “sometimes the feelings of perfection just can’t be beat”. However, Jay was still enough to keep him in the top 24.

Performers from the 20th season of American Idol.

The next participant is marked Nicolina Bozzo† Showstopper gave an energetic interpretation of “Rolling In The Deep” for his performance. The judges said he would finish in the top 24 before sitting down for his final decision.

Ryleigh Madison And Emyrson Flora brought together in the final decision. Emyrson changed it from his usual ballads by singing by Kehlani “Honey” for demonstrators. Meanwhile, Ryleigh knew he had to finish his Showstopper performance after a tough duet tour. She sang the song “Blue”. LeAnn Rimes. Lionel Richie It was revealed that only one of the two 16-year-old singers would advance, and since Ryleigh hadn’t arrived yet, he was Emyrson.

Next, Katerina Love She sang “Sweet Thing” for the Showstoppers performance. She hit an insanely high note and helped place her in the top 24 despite not always singing “perfectly”. Fritz Hager He took a risk during Showstoppers and sang an original song for the first time. She wrote the song for her sister after a fight with her parents. The risk paid off when Fritz reached the top 24.

“Is everything okay?” through after singing Lady Gagareturning participant Jacob MoranoHe was also in the top 24. happy miles In Final Judgment he found himself in the top 24.

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Cameron Whitcomb And Ava Foresight became best friends during this season’s Hollywood Week American idol. Naturally, they were both eager to get into the top 24. Ava sings “Falling” Harry Styles For Showstoppers, Cameron sang “It Ain’t Me, Babe”. Cameron was straight into the top 24, but Ava still had a bit more of a journey to get there.

Ava expressed her final decision to another competitor with “similar feelings”, Mayor Yoli. The judges had a hard time deciding which of the two women would pass, so they forced them to compete in an “on the spot” singing competition. First came Ava, then Yoli. In the end, Ava was chosen to continue while Yoli was eliminated. Douglas Mills Jr., Sam Moss And Betty Maxwell They were also told that they would not continue.

Next, Sir Blake He came to his final decision after doing “Honesty” on Showstoppers. Although the judges asked for a little more confidence from Blayke, this gave them enough to place them in the top 24. Fifty Rowe And Mike Parker They also discovered that they would be in the top 24 after their impressive Showstoppers performance.

Tristen Gressett after that he spent time in the courts. Showstoppers’ “Come Together” performance the Beatles At first it was a “maybe” for the judges, but in the end Tristen was also in the top 24. Cristiano Guardino He changed things for Showstoppers and tried to “push the limits” with his performance of “Sex on Fire”. Dontrell Briggs He sang the Lionel Richie classic “Hello”. Song choice was important in these situations, as Christian finished in the starting 24 and Dontrell wasn’t.

Another artist who came out of the mold with his song selection on Showstoppers, Noah Thompson† She sang “Stay”. rihanna† The risky song choice paid off and Noah entered the top 24. Cadence patisserie She performed the song “The Story” for Showstoppers. Katy urges Cadence to embrace her star power and not be too afraid of the future because she’s in the top 24.

During by Kelsie Dolin idol She struggled with her self-confidence while traveling, but discovered herself with the help of duet partner Betty Maxwell. During Showstoppers, Kelsie sang “Before You Go”. Unfortunately he wasn’t there yet and didn’t make the top 24, but he learned a lot more from this trip! hunter girlThe actress, who won platinum tickets this season, left everything on the stage with her performance of “Girl Goin ‘Nowhere”. Luke Bryan calls him “the best country singer” [he’s] To hear.” It goes without saying that HunterGirl took a coveted spot in the Top 24.

In the spotlight were the next two opponents Wise And Daniele FinnoThose who entered the Last Judgment together. Danielle sang “Evergreen” on Showstoppers, and Katy admitted it was the “worst” performance of the season. Meanwhile, Sage performed the song “I Hate This”. Tenilled limbsand Katy said she “beaten” him. Despite receiving constructive criticism, Danielle succeeded, as did Sage.

Jordan Chase He sang the song “Cold” Chris Stapleton for show covers. However, the judges did not feel quite ready for the starting 24. However, the duet partner Kendi Anderson, replaced the player who won platinum tickets this season. The jury agreed that this wasn’t Kenedi’s best performance—he sang “Talking To The Moon” on Showstoppers—but they still put him in the Top 24.

Next, red aylizWrestling during duets, he sang “You Oughta Know” on Showstoppers. It was a redemptive performance for Scarlet, who was in the top 24. Mrs. K He also gave a great Showstoppers performance singing “I’d Before Blind”. His talent and inspiring story helped him get into the top 24. The newest artists of the night: Daniel Marshall And Dakota Hayden† Both kids are country singers and the judges forced them to compete elsewhere to get last place in the top 24. This time it was Daniel who had to move on and Dakota was eliminated.

Who is in the Top 24 of “American Idol” Season 20?

At the end of the episode, there are now 24 contestants left who will sing to American voices in the next episode on April 10. Here is the full list of the top 24 contestants: Leah Marlene, Jay Copeland, Nicolina Bozzo, Emyrson Flora, Katyrah Love, Fritz Hager, Jacob Moran, Allegra Miles, Cameron Whitcomb, Ava Maybee, Sir Blayke, Elli Rowe, Mike Parker, Tristen Gressett, Christian Guardino, Noah Thompson, Cadence Baker HunterGirl, Danielle Finn, Sage, Kenedi Anderson, Scalret Ayliz, Lady K, And Daniel Marshall†

american idol It continues with its new episode on ABC on Sunday, April 10 at 20.00. The Top 24 will sing for the voices of America for the first time.