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Adam Lambert (26; Los Angeles, CA)
Currently based in Hollywood, Adam has been singing since he was ten years old. He spent the last eight years performing in musical theater, most recently in the LA run of Wicked.
3/25: "The Tracks Of My Tears" by the Miracles
3/17: "Ring of Fire" by Johnny Cash
3/10: "Black or White" by Michael Jackson
Analyzing Adam Lambert
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Allison Iraheta (16; Downey, CA)
Currently a junior high school student, Allison began singing when she was five. She can also play the guitar.
3/25: "Papa Was A Rollin' Stone" by the Temptations
3/17: "Blame It On Your Heart" by Patti Loveless
3/10: "Give In to Me" by Michael Jackson
Analyzing Allison Iraheta
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Anoop Desai (22; Chapel Hill, NC)
Anoop is currently taking up a master's degree at the University of Northern California. During his undergraduate years at the same university, he was part of the a cappella group Clef Hangers.
3/25: "Ooh Baby Baby" by Smokey Robinson
3/17: "Always On My Mind" by Willie Nelson
3/10: "Beat It" by Michael Jackson
Analyzing Anoop Desai
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Danny Gokey (28; Milwaukee, WI)
Currently the head of a non-profit organization that he himself formed, Danny joined the show shortly after the death of his wife. He is passionate about singing, playing the piano and dancing the salsa.
3/25: "Get Ready" by the Temptations
3/17: "Jesus Take the Wheel" by Carrie Underwood
3/10: "P.Y.T." by Michael Jackson
Analyzing Danny Gokey
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Kris Allen (23; Conway, AR)
Kris started singing and playing the guitar when he was 13 years old. He currently studies at the University of Central Arkansas.
3/25: "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)" by Marvin Gaye
3/17: "To Make You Feel My Love" by Garth Brooks
3/10: "Remember the Time" by Michael Jackson
Analyzing Kris Allen
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Lil Rounds (24; Memphis, TN)
Lil is currently a stay-at-home mother, looking after her husband and three children. Her passion for singing began when she was just three years old.
3/25: "(Love Is Like A) Heat Wave" by Martha and the Vandellas
3/17: "Independence Day" by Martina McBride
3/10: "The Way You Make Me Feel" by Michael Jackson
Analyzing Lil Rounds
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Matt Giraud (23; Kalamazoo, MI)
Matt has lived in Michigan all his life, having graduated from Western Michigan University in 2007. He performs and plays the piano in local clubs and hotels.
3/25: "Let's Get It On" by Marvin Gaye
3/17: "So Small" by Carrie Underwood
3/10: "Human Nature" by Michael Jackson
Analyzing Matt Giraud
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Megan Corkrey (23; Sandy, UT)
Single mother Megan has been singing since she was three years old. While not raising her two-year-old Ryder, she indulges in being a self-professed "foodie".
3/25: "For Once In My Life" by Stevie Wonder
3/17: "Walkin' After Midnight" by Patsy Cline
3/10: "Rockin' Robin" by Michael Jackson
Analyzing Megan Corkrey
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Michael Sarver (27; Jasper, TX)
An oil rig worker, Michael also plays the piano, drums and guitar, and hopes to become a singer/songwriter someday. Outside of work, he spends time with his wife and two kids.
3/25: "Ain't Too Proud to Beg" by the Temptations
3/17: "Ain't Goin' Down Till The Sun Goes Up" by Garth Brooks
3/10: "You Are Not Alone" by Michael Jackson
Analyzing Michael Sarver
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Scott MacIntyre (23; Scottsdale, Arizona)
Despite being blind, Scott earned his degree at the Arizona State University at age 19, before attending graduate school in London. He also plays the piano, guitar and drums.
3/25: "You Can't Hurry Love" by the Supremes
3/17: "Wild Angels" by Martina McBride
3/10: "Keep the Faith" by Michael Jackson
Analyzing Scott MacIntyre
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Alexis Grace (21; Memphis, TN)
Singing since she was seven years old, Alexis was once part of the Concert Choir at the University of Memphis. She auditioned shortly after giving birth to her baby daughter.
Eliminated on 3/18
3/17: "Jolene" by Dolly Parton
3/10: "Dirty Diana" by Michael Jackson
Analysis | Season in Review
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Jasmine Murray (17; Starkville, MS)
Jasmine's love for the stage began when she sang at age 3. Currently, she is a student at the Mississippi School of the Arts.
Eliminated on 3/11
3/10: "I'll Be There" by the Jackson 5
Analysis | Season in Review
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Jorge Nunez (21; Carolina, Puerto Rico)
The only contestant from the Puerto Rico auditions to make the Top 36, Jorge is currently a student at the University of Puerto Rico in Rio Piedras. He speaks English, Spanish and French.
Eliminated on 3/11
3/10: "Never Can Say Goodbye" by Michael Jackson
Analysis | Season in Review |