Feature: Idol Wired

Idol Wired is American Idol recaps, music reviews and more from a true American Idol enthusiast. Stay tuned during the tenth season to see if the implant of Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler and JLo on the judges panel with Randy Jackson can keep the Idol boat afloat without their x-factor, Simon Cowell. Look out for snark, contestant favoritism, and well-detailed coverage of one of the most popular reality shows on TV.

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• Q & A: Paul Jolley Discusses His American Idol Run

  Eliminated American Idol contestant Paul Jolley talks judges, tough feedback, and his advice for future Idol contestants.

  Interview by Kirsten Coachman — on Mar 27, 2013

• American Idol: How To Get Your Vote On

  Learn four different ways to get your vote on during American Idol season 12.

  News by Kirsten Coachman — on Mar 13, 2013

• American Idol: How About Those Judges?

  Idol Wired shares thoughts on the season 12 American Idol judging panel.

  Opinion by Kirsten Coachman — on Feb 19, 2013

• Five Things to Expect During American Idol Season 12

  Find out what to look forward to during the 12th season of American Idol.

  News by Kirsten Coachman — on Jan 16, 2013

• Keith Urban and Nicki Minaj Join Mariah Carey and Randy Jackson on Idol's Judging Panel

  American Idol's judging panel for season 12 has been officially confirmed!

  News by Kirsten Coachman — on Sep 16, 2012

• Interview: Backstage with American Idol's Erika Van Pelt

  American Idol's Erika Van Pelt talks tour and her one regret from season 11.

  Interview by Kirsten Coachman — on Sep 01, 2012

• Interview: Backstage with American Idol's DeAndre Brackensick

  American Idol's DeAndre Brackensick discusses performing in his hometown, San Jose, and the departure of Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez.

  Interview by Kirsten Coachman — on Jul 30, 2012

• Interview: Backstage with American Idol's Hollie Cavanagh

  American Idol's Hollie Cavanagh speaks candidly about her run on the show and this summer's tour.

  Interview by Kirsten Coachman — on Jul 26, 2012

• Adam Lambert to Join American Idol’s Panel of Judges?

  E! News reported that the singer has been in talks with American Idol about joining the judges’ panel during the upcoming season.

  News by Kirsten Coachman — on Jul 09, 2012

• Interview: Tour Talk with American Idol's DeAndre Brackensick

  DeAndre Brackensick talks about this summer's American Idols Live! tour.

  Interview by Kirsten Coachman — on Jul 06, 2012

• American Idol's Executive Producer Nigel Lythgoe Weighs in on The Final Two

  Executive producer Nigel Lythgoe re-enforces the importance of song choice, and speaks out about the elimination of Joshua Ledet.

  Opinion by Kirsten Coachman — on May 21, 2012

• American Idol Elimination Shocker

  Thursday night's American Idol results show ended with an unexpected elimination.

  Opinion by Kirsten Coachman — on Apr 20, 2012

• American Idol: Jessica Sanchez & The Judges’ Save – Things That Make You Go Hmm

  Was Jessica Sanchez’s “elimination” and “save” a ploy for ratings or did voter complacency nearly send one of this season’s biggest talents out the door?

  Opinion by Kirsten Coachman — on Apr 18, 2012

• Erika Van Pelt’s American Idol Journey Gets Cut Short

  The American Idol contestants tackled singer-songwriter Billy Joel’s songbook this past week.

  Opinion by Kirsten Coachman — on Mar 24, 2012

• American Idol: And Then There Were 10

  The Top 11 became the Top 10 Thursday night after the elimination of Shannon Magrane.

  Opinion by Kirsten Coachman — on Mar 16, 2012

• American Idol Gets It's Groove Back

  Idol Wired recaps Wednesday night's best performances and discusses tonight's results! Beware of spoilers!

  Opinion by Kirsten Coachman — on Mar 08, 2012

• Randy Jackson Discusses Hollywood Week on American Idol

  American Idol judge Randy Jackson teases about the upcoming challenges for contestants during Hollywood Week.

  Interview by Kirsten Coachman — on Feb 08, 2012

• Music Review: Scotty McCreery - Clear As Day

  Scotty McCreery's debut album, Clear As Day, features singles "I Love You This Big" and "The Trouble With Girls."

  Review by Kirsten Coachman — on Oct 17, 2011

• Music Review: Scotty McCreery - American Idol Season 10

  Scotty McCreery’s American Idol Season 10 includes the studio versions of some of his best performances on Idol.

  Review by Kirsten Coachman — on Aug 09, 2011

• Interview: Backstage with American Idol's Stefano Langone

  Stefano Langone discusses his post-tour plans and his advice for the season 11 American Idol hopefuls.

  Interview by Kirsten Coachman — on Jul 21, 2011