Hollywood Week continued with the Duets round on April 3. The paired performances brought out some stellar vocals, a lot of tears, and one shocking departure.

The stakes get raised in a big way as the judges kick off ‘American Idol’s Hollywood Week and inch one step closer to finding the next music superstar.

Amid ‘American Idol’s 21st season, Lionel Richie appeared on ‘The View’ on Mar. 28, where he talked about his sexual stamina ahead of ‘All Night Long’s 40th anniversary.

Kaeyra shines in front of the judges with her terrific audition. Get to know this 21-year-old standout singer.

The ‘American Idol’ auditions continued on March 19 and new singers showed off their amazing potential. One ‘Idol’ hopeful even got the opportunity to audition again after a rough first run.

PJAE is another standout singer who has made ‘American Idol’ season 21’s top 26. Get to know this rising star.

The ‘American Idol’ judges witness some of the most incredible auditions yet that have them declaring singers the ‘best so far’ and ‘top 10’ material.

The ‘American Idol’ judges may have found another frontrunner in Elijah McCormick. Get to know the talented singer who nearly died in a car accident.

Elijah McCormick’s moving performance after revealing his incredible survival story makes Lionel Richie cry in this preview of Elijah’s ‘American Idol’ audition.

Another coveted Platinum Ticket was handed out during the February 26 episode, and the night ended with an emotional performance that left Katy Perry in tears.