Most Dramatic "Idol" Makeovers
Related: WW Features , Carrie Underwood , Jennifer Hudson , Clay Aiken , Kelly Clarkson , Kellie Pickler , Jordin Sparks , Fantasia Barrino , David Cook , Katharine McPhee , Adam Lambert By Dana Flax Did you know that in addition to a national audience and the opportunity to become a household name, being an "American Idol" contestant also entitles you to a big, sparkly makeover? Click through to check out the most dramatic "Idol" transformations we've witnessed over the past eight...

PopSugar Rush's American Idol Kickoff: 10 Most Unforgettable Performances
PopSugar Rush's American Idol Kickoff: 10 Most Unforgettable Performances Are you excited that American Idol is back for season nine? We are! To celebrate, our editors picked out their favorite performances from past contestants and came up with 10 standouts. From Kris Allen to Chris Daughtry, watch some oldies but goodies and see where they ranked on our list!  

PopSugar Rush's American Idol Kickoff: 10 Most Unforgettable Performances
PopSugar Rush's American Idol Kickoff: 10 Most Unforgettable Performances Are you excited that American Idol is back for season nine? We are! To celebrate, our editors picked out their favorite performances from past contestants and came up with 10 standouts. From Kris Allen to Chris Daughtry, watch some oldies but goodies and see where they ranked on our list!  

Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson are Randy Jackson's 'Idol' Faves
Now that American Idol has eight winners — including Kelly Clarkson , Ruben Studdard , Fantasia Barrino , Carrie Underwood , Taylor Hicks , Jordin Sparks , David Cook and Kris Allen — judge Randy Jackson whittles down the list to his two favorites. " Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood are my favorite American Idol winners," he tells me. "I think what they've done is amazing, and they've stayed tried-and-true to their audience. I love that." He...

Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson are Randy Jackson's 'Idol' Faves
Now that American Idol has eight winners — including Kelly Clarkson , Ruben Studdard , Fantasia Barrino , Carrie Underwood , Taylor Hicks , Jordin Sparks , David Cook and Kris Allen — judge Randy Jackson whittles down the list to his two favorites. " Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood are my favorite American Idol winners," he tells me. "I think what they've done is amazing, and they've stayed tried-and-true to their audience. I love that." He continues, "I talk to...

American Idol 2009 - The Final
The Top 13 perform So What by  Pink David Cook performs  Permanent Golden Idol Awards Time Nick Mitchel performs I am telling you Queen Latifah and Lil Rounds perform Cue the Rain Jason Mraz and the Top 13 perform Im Yours Keith Urban and Kris Allen perform Kiss A Girl Fergie & The Black Eyed Peas perform  Glamorous Golden Idol Awards Time Katrina Darrell (Bikini Girl) performs with Kara Cindi Lauper with Allison Iraheta perform...

American Idol 2010: Atlanta and Mary J Blige!
The second of this year’s American Idol show airs in the UK tonight and this installment is brought directly from Atlanta. Atlanta auditionees have some big shoes to fill. Clay Aiken began his campaign here as did Fantasia Barrino and Jennifer Hudson. While Boston was almost flooded with rain, Atlanta is in the middle of a heatwave so expect some very interesting clothing choices. Also Mary J Blige steps in as guest judge, which we are super excited about! Check out our clips of the ATL...

'American Idol': Atlanta Auditions
The best moment on last night’s American Idol had nothing to do with auditions or judges or the usual early-season freak show: it was seeing Atlanta-native Ryan Seacrest’s baby photo aired on national television.

The American Idol Pants on the Ground video
Last night on American Idol , contestant General Larry Platt debuted his soon to be #1 hit single, “Pants on the Ground”. As you can clearly see, the judges loved it as did everyone in the room. Timbaland called in right after and wanted to lay down some tracks with Larry. Chris Brown, Kanye and Akon have nothing on this guy. Related: Paula is concerned , She’s probably drunk again , Courtney Love was pranked , Those Antonella Barba pictures are working , American Idols fed...

'American Idol' big on radio too: Which contestants got the most play? - New York Daily News
News Sources wrote an interesting post today on Here’s a quick excerpt New York Daily News ‘American Idol‘ big on radio too: Which contestants got the most play?New York Daily NewsJosh Gracin, who placed fourth on season 2 of ‘American Idol,’ got more radio airplay than season 7 winner David Cook. … Share and Enjoy: Read the rest of this great post here

Tonight's 'American Idol' Auditions: Mary J. Blige in Atlanta
So we're going to Atlanta tonight. I have an aunt there. I haven't seen her in, I don't know, ten years or so. But I digress. I should change my introduction a bit. So we're going to Atlanta tonight. Again. The city's a favorite destination for American Idol auditions. I think they've been here for seven seasons or so. No surprise some of the show's most successful alumni have auditioned in this city. Clay Aiken began his campaign here. Fantasia Barrino began her campaign here. The biggest...

American Idol's Fantasia Gets Almost Too Real in All New "Martini Minute"
When news spread that American Idol ’s Fantasia Barrino was coming in to the Bestweekever.tv offices for our second ever “Martini Minute,” the e-mails starting Flooding in: People who saw her on Broadway in The Color Purple claimed she was the best live singer they’d ever heard; others were excited to possibly meet and then, yes, greet the 25-year-old North Carolina native who took the Idol crown. But little did I know that on top of all these glowing reviews,...

Life after 'American Idol': Fantasia Barrino, Carrie Underwood found success after reality show
While some are eaking records and anching into new territories, others haven't enjoyed the same success. As the singing competition's ninth season kicks off tomorrow, here's how these "Idol" alumni stack up.

Randy Jackson Compares American Idol Finalists, Hypes "Unique" Season Nine Cast
With Simon Cowell exiting American Idol after this year, Randy Jackson is set to become the face of the franchise. So far, he's spoken out on the over exposure of the show's judges and previewed a " wild, crazy season " to come on the competition. But what about the recent past? How would Randy compare the two men left standing to conclude season eight? "[Adam Lambert is] a far bigger personality, probably, than [Kris Allen]. But I think they're both equally talented," Jackson told MTV. "Kris...

OK!'s Live Blog of the American Idol Premiere
It seems like it’s been forever since Kris Allen beat out Adam Lambert to win the American Idol crown last spring. Finally, the wait is over and an all new season of Idol is here! Follow along with OK!’s Rana Meyer as she shares her thoughts on tonight’s premiere

American Idol Returns: Are You Ready? Missing Simon Already? Get Some Video Prep Now!
As you know (I'm guessing), American Idol returns tonight. Without Paula, but with Ellen . And Simon's leaving . And MTV's Jim Cantiello can't contain himself! Look! It's Ellen getting judgy!!! Are they all drinking foamy beers? If only... Who's gonna be the next Glambert? The next cuddly-cute Kris Allen? What will Ellen actually do? Gaaah. It makes my head hurt to think about it. So just watch a bunch of these videos to get ready... MTV Shows And MTV Newsman Jim Cantiello has advice ...

American Idol Season 9 - Boston Auditions
EEP! So exciting! It’s the series premiere of American Idol tonight, featuring the Boston Auditions! A couple of things: 1, I’ve got a working chat room now. Check it out HERE .

Reviewcap: American Idol - Auditions #1: Boston
Alright, everyone! It seems like just moments ago that Kris Allen was crowned the new American Idol , but now he and runner-up Adam Lambert are old news. It's time to find the next superstar. This is going to be a big season: It's the first one without Paula, the first one with Ellen, and the last one with Simon. So let's just sit back, relax, and enjoy some auditions! We start out with a look back at last season, and I'm sure Kara DioGuardi loves the fact that they're opening up with...

Justin Williams American Idol Boston Audition Video
Check out Justin Williams singing Michael Buble's "Feeling Good," at American Idol Boston audition. The judges loved him and he's through with flying colors. You may remember Justin Williams from last season. The 27-year-old vocal coach from Utah made it to Hollywood-round group with Matt Giraud and Kris Allen in season 8. Filed under: American Idol »

Kris Allen at Walt Disney World - American Idol Experience
Kris Allen spent the day today at Disney World with his wife and performed Heartless in front of the American Idol Experience attraction. Watch the video below

American Idol Season 9: Let The Battle Begin
Has it really been seven months since we crowned Kris Allen the king of American Idol ? It may not seem like it since we've been so thoroughly entertained by Adam Lambert who has superceded Allen as the one we love to watch in that time. Will any of this season's crop of contestants manage to reach the polarizing levels of fame that Lambert has? That's what we want to know, and there was no better place to kick off the search than in Boston. Our first instinct was to write this recap...

American Idol's General Larry Platt -'Pants on the Ground' Video | American Idol Recap 1/13/10
American Idol's auditions were held in Atlanta tonight. The amazing Mary J. Blige was the guest judge, joining Simon Cowell, Randi Jackson and Kara DioGuardi. Season 9 is .... Pants on the Ground General Larry Platt video

American Idol Contestant: F**k American Idol and Mary J. Blige, She Can't Sing Anyway!!!
American Idol has started and so has all the madness of people who think they can sing. Contestant Lamar Royal definitely gave the judges a run for their money but not in a good way. Pop the Hood to See Lamar Royal Flip the Script Is this guy serious!!! He was praising Mary J. Blige right before he went in and then flips the script… PURE COMEDY!!! SMH @ F**K Mary J. Blige, She can’t sing a f**king lick anyway!!! This season has only just begun, we are positive that there will be...

'American Idol' Recap: "I Am Now Angry At You. Who I Don't Like. At All."
Oh man remember last May when Adam Lambert wasn't even gay yet? And remember how Bikini Kill was so gross, and Kris was sooo cute? And remember how there was KISS? (Remember -- on a separate note -- Amanda Overmyer? Jesus.) And then remember how Paula Abdul wandered off in her prom dress and was devoured by wolves and everybody thought that American Idol was over? And remember how of course it wasn't? And remember what it felt like before you knew Simon was leaving us? And now it might be...

Please Vote for my Friend Adam on American Idol Tonight!!!
This guy has mad talent but he looked waaaaay better in his audition - really good looking. Get rid of the emo hair and eyeliner Adam! You are gorgeous naturally - and don't even listen to emo music LOL. And tell those makeup artists to back off with the nasty cake-thick foundation! Wish him luck with his future. He's coping well despite all that's going on around him - buzz, backlash, praise, critiques, fanatical fans, Homophobia, adoration...... On April 14, 2009 5:29 PM,