“American Idol” began their first ever live coast-to-coast voting show as the contestants sang songs from music legends during Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Theme week episode. Host Ryan Seacrest revealed the inductees live during the show along with judges Luke Bryan, Hall of Famer himself, Lionel Richie and Carrie Underwood who opened the show with her rendition of “Alone” by inductee rockers Heart. She then paid tribute to her favorite rock band; Guns N Roses dressed the band’s lead singer Axl Rose.
Inducted into the Rock Hall were artists Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Soundgarden, The White Stripes, Salt-N-Pepa, Warren Zevon, Carol Kaye, Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins, and Lenny Waronker.
At the end of the night, Amanda and Desmond were eliminated so the Top 12 moving on were Canaan James Hill, Gabby Samone, Mattie Pruitt, Thunderstorm Artis, Slater Nalley, Breanna Nix, John Foster, Filo, Kolbi Jordan, Josh King, Jamal Roberts, and Che.
The competition continues on Monday, April 28 when The Top 10 will be revealed in another live coast-to-coast vote. Voters should check their local listings to see when the show will air in their area. Season Three Idol winner Fantasia will mentor the contestants as they pay tribute to former Idols by recreating memorable Idol moments.
Check out the Sunday performances below.
Josh King’s Smooth Old-School Vibes on “The Longest Time” | American Idol
Gospel Moment: Canaan James Hill Sings “Mary, Don’t You Weep” | American Idol
Thunderstorm Artis’ Soulful “Fire And Rain” | American Idol
Gabby Samone Stuns with “Saving All My Love For You” | American Idol
Breanna Nix’s Emotional “Open Arms” Performance | American Idol
Kolbi Jordan’s Uplifting “You’re All I Need To Get By” Cover | American Idol
A Show-Stopping Moment: Ché Sings “It’s A Man’s World” | American Idol
Slater Nalley’s Tender “Your Song” Performance | American Idol
Jamal Roberts Brings the Energy with “Shout” | American Idol 2025
John Foster’s Elvis Tribute Rocks the Idol Stage | American Idol 2025
Mattie Pruitt Tears It Up with “Piece of My Heart” | American Idol
“American Idol” airs Sunday and Monday on ABC.
