American Idol Extra goes behind the scenes of American Idol each week at 6:30 pm ET to give fans the backstage pass perspective. Fox Reality brings its viewers inside the drama that is "Idol," and is the first to interview each eliminated contestant from the Top 12, every week until the season finale.

Watch clips from last week's episode of "American Idol Extra" right here on Americanidol.com. In the clip, you'll hear from Taylor Hicks on what went into the making of his debut album, you'll find out the current Idols' favorite Beatles songs and favorite concerts, and you'll see former Idol, Mikalah Gordon, get her makeup done by expert American Idol makeup artist, Mezhgan Hussainy. You won't want to miss this!