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It was an all-star night with great special guests, surprises and of course - a new American Idol! It was an all-star night with great special guests, surprises and of course - a new American Idol! It was an all-star night with great special guests, surprises and of course - a new American Idol! It was an all-star night with great special guests, surprises and of course - a new American Idol! It was an all-star night with great special guests, surprises and of course - a new American Idol!
It was an all-star night with great special guests, surprises and of course - a new American Idol! After seeing Kris Allen's package of his journey from Louisville auditions to the finale, Kris performed "Kiss a Girl" with Keith Urban. Kris and Keith sang while they strummed, and Kris showed once again that he's a versatile performer. Ryan gave out Kris' numbers for the last time. Ryan and Kris shared a smile at the end of the night. Kris Allen listened to the judges for the very last time.
Ryan gave out the three numbers America could use to vote for Kris Allen. Ryan met with Kris after his performance. Ryan talked to Kris after his performance of "What's Going On." Kris closed the night with a pop take on "No Boundaries." Randy thought the song suited him well, and the judges collectively thought Kris deserved to be at the finale. Kris Allen was pleased to receive rave reviews at the start of the evening.
The song Simon Fuller picked for Kris is Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On." Kris put the Allen stamp on the song by singing a more mellow version of the song that Simon thought was like 3 friends strumming away in their bedroom. Yes, a bedroom with an amazing sound system that holds thousands of people. Kris Allen waved to his fans after his first performance of the night. Kris Allen brought out his guitar for "What's Going On." Kris Allen's parents used to pay him a quarter to sing in public, but that rate will probably change after this whole Idol experience! Forgoing the smoke for a piano, Kris Allen sang "Ain't No Sunshine" as he tickled the ivory. The judges loved this performance and Simon declared Kris the leader after round 1. Kris Allen was stunned to find out first that he made it to the finale.
Kris looked happy at the results show, even before he found out his fate. Kris Allen listened as Ryan read the judges' feedback. You could tell Kris was thankful to make it to the last week of the competition. Kris and Ryan talked about the emotional hug Kris shared with his father in Conway, Arkansas. Kris Allen waved hello as he made his way to the stage.
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Kris received great feedback on his second performance of the night. Kris Allen showed that he only needs a guitar and a microphone to create amazing music. The judges loved Kris' "Heartless," and Randy even liked it better than Kanye's or The Fray's versions of the song. Kris Allen gave the judges what they wanted when he sang an acoustic version of Kanye West's "Heartless." The judges were very pleased with Kris' performance, and Randy even thought this version was better than The Fray's version and better than Kanye's version. Ryan questioned the judges as they bickered over Kris Allen's arrangement.
While in Arkansas, and while wearing a smudge of blue nail polish, Kris Allen learned that Randy & Kara chose OneRepublic's "Apologize." The judges called Kris' performance competent, but not original. Simon criticized Randy & Kara for not suggesting a more creative arrangement. Kara and Randy chose OneRepublic's "Apologize" for Kris Allen to sing. Tonight the stools represented safety, and Kris Allen was the first to enjoy the luxury. A thankful Kris was happy to make it another week in the competition. A shocked and happy Kris looked out at his supportive fans in the audience.
The first results of the night were revealed. Kris Allen was sent to safety, and no one was more shocked than Kris, who couldn't hide his surprise. Kris Allen looked like he was having a good time during the group performance. Kris Allen took control of the mic during the duet. Ryan read the number for a calm, cool, and collected looking Kris. Randy appreciated Kris Allen's confidence during his performance.
Paula appreciated Kris Allen's artistic delivery of "Come Together." Mellow rocker Kris Allen put his own spin on a Beatles classic. Mellow rocker Kris Allen got energized for the Beatles' "Come Together." When Kris rehearsed with Slash and got to borrow Slash's guitar, he said, "I almost wanted to pee my pants." The judges gave Kris mixed reviews, saying they appreciated his artistry, but Simon thought it was "a bit like having ice for lunch." Kris Allen played the guitar and sang the Beatles' "Come Together." Kris Allen stood next to Ryan for his introduction and they looked like twins! He kicked off the show singing "The Way You Look Tonight." The way Kris looked tonight - mustached. Jamie Foxx was blown away by Kris' talent and the judges agreed.
Kris Allen was thrilled to play guitar with Slash at rehearsal. Kris was riding high after good critiques. Kris Allen received great feedback from the judges, and Randy thought it was his best performance yet. Kris traded in his casual t-shirts for a stunning suit. Kris kicked off the night with style and finesse.
Kris Allen rocked the mic and the house. Kris Allen kicked off the night with "The Way You Look Tonight." Jamie Foxx was blown away by Kris Allen and the judges were impressed too. Kris Allen was greeted with much applause from the fans. The judges were pleased with Kris' risky performance.
Kris Allen turned a disco hit into a modern melody. Simon loved that Kris took a risk and didn't sound like he was doing karaoke. Ryan interviewed Kris Allen before his performance of Donna Summer's "She Works Hard for the Money." Kris said this song is meaningful because "it's about a woman, who, works really hard, for the money." Fortunately, Kris' risky acoustic performance was better than his definition of the song, and the judges thought the risk paid off. Kris Allen performed a unique version of "She Works Hard for the Money" by playing it acoustically. Kris Allen's mellow performance was accompanied with several band members playing instruments.
Kris Allen was met with mixed reviews from the judges. Kris listens to the judges' feedback. Randy thought it was pitchy, but Kara loved it. Quentin Tarantino was glad that Kris chose to sing a song from a movie that meant something to him. Tarantino was pleased that Kris Allen lived up to the spirit of the theme and picked a song from a movie that meant something to Kris, "Once." Letting the sensitive side of his vocals shine through while singing "Falling Slowly," Kris garnered mixed reviews. Randy thought it was pitchy, while Kara thought it was one of his best. Kara thought Kris Allen's "Falling Slowly" was one of his best performances yet.
Kris Allen let the softer side of his voice shine through. No instruments were needed for Kris Allen's performance of "Falling Slowly" from the movie "Once." Ryan and Kris Allen shared a laugh before Kris' performance. Kris Allen was all smiles while he faced the judges. Kris Allen was greeted with much applause after his performance.
Kris Allen concentrates as he plays his electric guitar. As a child, Kris Allen aspired to be a taxi driver, until he stumbled upon his niche in music. With an electric guitar in hand, Kris sang Don Henley's "All She Wants To Do Is Dance." Randy thought the song's arrangement was indulgent, but Paula said Kris is one of the nicest contestants ever. Kris Allen cracks up before the show. Kris Allen ended the night on a high note with his rendition of "Ain't No Sunshine". While it was a bit of a risk since that song has been performed so many times on AI before, Kris gave it his own spin by performing it at the piano. The judges thought it was his best so far, and Randy said he's "in the zone right now." Paula told him it could be his first cut off his album, and Kara declared "That is artistry!" Ryan stood with Kris Allen as he made sure America had his correct voting number!
Kris Allen made "Ain't No Sunshine" his own by performing it at the piano, and the judges were completely impressed. Kris Allen revealed yet another talent this week by performing "Ain't No Sunshine" at the piano. Kris Allen took a risk by singing "Ain't No Sunshine," a song that's been done numerous times on AI, but the judges loved his original rendition. It's no wonder Simon calls Kris Allen a ladies' man, as he started out as this adorable baby! Ryan Seacrest and Kris Allen enjoyed a laugh as the judges critiqued Kris' performance of "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)".
The guitar definitely brings out a different side of Kris Allen, and the judges loved his Motown performance of "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)". The guitar definitely brings out a different side of Kris Allen. Kris Allen brought back his guitar to sing "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)," and the judges are stunned by his consistency. The judges told Kris Allen that they are impressed by his ability to bring it each week, although Simon recommended he get some "swagger!" Kris Allen brought his guitar back to sing "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)," and the judges are stunned by his consistently great performances. Simon did have a piece of advice for Kris, however. He said that he needs to pick up some of the "swagger" and confidence that the other hopefuls seem to have.
Kris Allen brought back his guitar to sing "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)," and the judges are stunned by his consistency. Kris Allen was one of the hopefuls who gathered around the piano as they all performed "Trouble". Kris Allen looked sweet and laid back at the photo shoot. This pic captures the essence of Kris Allen's personality. Kris Allen let his vocals do all the work on Grand Ole Opry night.
Ryan shook Kris Allen's hand after he received some excellent feedback from the judges on his performance. Kris Allen showed his softer side, and it was a side well received! Kris Allen took a bit of a risk by performing his Garth Brooks song without his guitar, and the judges thought the risk paid off. Kris Allen was met with good reviews from the judges. Kris Allen was thrilled with the feedback from the judges, as they were impressed he did such a great job, even without his guitar.
Kris Allen chose Garth Brooks' "To Make You Feel My Love," and Randy Travis was impressed with how he made it his own. He decided against using his guitar for the actual performance, and the judges were impressed. Simon said "I thought that was terrific," and Randy joked "Tender moments from my dawg, Kris." Simon joked with Kris Allen that he brought his wife out too early. It was a whole different Kris Allen once he was able to use his guitar during his performance of "Remember The Time". The judges loved seeing Kris Allen perform with his guitar, and Randy even compared him to Jason Mraz. Kris Allen looked almost jovial as he performed with his trusty guitar.
While there was much talk of Kris Allen's performances with his guitar during the Hollywood Week, last night was the viewers' first time seeing it. The judges loved the whole vibe during his performance of "Remember The Time," and Kara joked that the ladies definitely love him! Simon also teased him about his appeal, telling him he shouldn't have brought out his wife so early in the competition - naughty Simon! Simon says Kris Allen will be big with the ladies! The second group of three were promoted to the Top 12. The second group of three were promoted to the Top 12. The second group of three were promoted to the Top 12.
Kara DioGuardi liked Kris Allen better during Hollywood Week, but Randy, Paula, and Simon were impressed by his confidence during his performance of Michael Jackson's "Man In The Mirror". Randy was proud he did it without his guitar. Kris Allen showed off a new stylish 'do at the Top 36 photo shoot. There was a tense sing-off between Kris Allen and Kenny Hoffpauler. It's do or die and the remaining contestants have one more shot to make it to the Top 36. Kris Allen auditioned in Louisville, Kentucky.