Adam Lambert stepped into the national spotlight in 2009, after he became a finalist on the eighth season of the reality television competition, American Idol. His performance of the song Mad World earned a standing ovation from the show's harshest critic, Simon Cowell. Adam Lambert's vocal range, along with his jet-black hair and heavy mascara, earned him comparisons to g... read full bio

An Irish girl with a voice that packs a powerful punch, Carly Smithson began cultivating her rich, soulful style from the time she was a child. Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Carly Smithson, is one of the more experienced singing pros in the American Idol Season 7. Carly Smithson was a sixth place finalist and she has finished the American Idols LIVE! Tour 2008 from Jul... read full bio

From his days of long hours as a truck driver to his third place finish on Season Eight of American Idol, Danny Gokey has always been a student of life. He has a great voice, but a tragic personal story: Gokey's wife died a few weeks before his initial audition for the series. All four judges originally approved of Danny moving on to Hollywood, though his best friend Jamar... read full bio

At 10 years old, David participated in a singing competition and surprisingly, his version of Whitney Houston's I Will Always Love You" received a standing ovation from audience and led him winning Child Division. At the age of 12, Archuleta won the title of Junior Singer Star on "Star Search" In mid 2007, Archuleta grabbed ticket to "American Idol" Hollywood final a... read full bio

Millions of people around the country fell in love with rock belter David Cook while watching him make other people's songs his own week after week on the seventh season of American Idol. Cook won the competition handily thanks to viewers connecting with his rich, unfettered voice and passionately intense performances, not to mention his down-to-earth Midwestern cha... read full bio

Justin Guarini is a premier vocalist and entertainer. Widely recognized for his work on American Idol Season 1, where he finished 1st runner up to Kelly Clarkson, Justin has been sought after for many popular television programs, independent and theatrical films, and public as well as private events. Justin's varied musical talents include a jazz album and acoustic EP. Jus... read full bio