Auditioning because it was his "calling in life", Paul Jolley felt as if he was going to faint when he got the good word from the judges. Find out more about the contestant who says that he "always has a laugh to give." http://feeds.wetpaint.com/~r/wetpai more

On American Idol 2013 this week, the men hit the stage for Hollywood Week to compete for a coveted spot in the upcoming Las Vegas round. Next week, the ladies will have their chance to impress the American Idol judges in their own Hollywood Week and hopef more

We almost called this poll “Which version of ‘Jar of Hearts’ was your favorite,” but we didn’t want to be jerks. In all seriousness, the Christina Perri song was an overwhelmingly popular choice among the American Idol 2013 male contestants during Hollywo more

It’s finally Hollywood Week on American Idol Season 12! It’s the time when half the contestants forget the lyrics, bicker with their teammates, and then get sent home. After a first round that was intense, joyous, upsetting, and just about every other emo more

It’s the guys’ chance to try to impress the judges in Round 2 of American Idol 2013’s Hollywood Week! Like many of the other guys during the day, Burnell Taylor takes on “Jar of Hearts.” It’s low-key, but perfect for his style and range. Finally, Micah Jo more

Hollywood Week is always a tearjerker, and American Idol 2013 is no different.   Everyone has a favorite who goes home earlier than expected, and there are many contestants who have a strong emotional reaction when their journey is cut short. Below a more

It’s the guys’ chance to try to impress the judges in Round 2 of American Idol 2013’s Hollywood Week! Like many of the other guys during the day, Burnell Taylor takes on “Jar of Hearts.” It’s low-key, but perfect for his style and range. Finally, Micah Jo more

Nick Boddington worries he’ll be taking a risk by playing the piano, but in the end, his risk really pays off. Awkward Charlie Askew gives somewhat of a strange intro into his song, but as soon as he starts singing, he simply becomes awkwardly adorable. h more