Here's when 'American Idol' Season 21 Episode 16 air: Top 10 contestants vie in Judge's Song Contest
BRENTWOOD, CALIFORNIA: 'American Idol' Season 21 is at the threshold of its finale to give fans the next singing legend. Top 12 contestants delivered stirring performances during 'Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Night' to advance to the next round.
However, the viewers voted for their Top 10 favorite aspiring singers. Judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan unveiled the voting results in the latest episode of 'American Idol'. The Top 10 contestants will vie in the upcoming Judge's Song Contest to advance to the next round.
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What time will 'American Idol' Season 21 Episode 16 be out?
'American Idol' Season 21 Episode 15 will premiere on Monday, May 1, 2023, at 8 pm PT/ET. Viewers will bid an emotional adieu to more contestants in the upcoming episode.
What happened in 'American Idol' Season 21 Episode 15?
'American Idol' Season 21 returned with thrilling performances. The Top 12 contestants performed to impress the viewers and grab a spot in the Top 10. The latest episode was based on an exciting theme, 'Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Night'. The judges shared their advice to the aspiring singers after each performance. Ryan Seacrest returned as the host of the ABC's singing competition. However, the viewers bid goodbye to two more contestants to make the Top 10.
What to expect from 'American Idol' Season 21 Episode 16?
'American Idol' Season 21 viewers were treated with multiple shocking eliminations in the previous episodes. However, the ABC show has now moved to Brentwood, California, for its remaining episodes. 'American Idol' Season 21 Episode 16 'Judge's Song Contest'. The theme was introduced last year and the viewers loved it. During the episode, Luke, Katy, and Lionel will pick songs for the Top 10 contenders.
The contestants would have three song choices from the judges without knowing which judge selected which song. After their performances, the aspiring singers have to guess the judge who picked the song for them. The judges will get points every time the contestants perform their selections. However, the judge with the most points will earn the privilege of saving one of the two eliminated contestants and giving him or her a place in the Top 10. Meanwhile, the official summary of 'American Idol' Season 21 Episode 16 states, "The judge's song contest returns as the judges each suggest songs for the contestants to choose from; America votes for the top seven."
Who advances to Top 10?
We Ani: The aspiring singer delivered a stirring performance for the live audience.
Warren Peay: Warren's solid vocals earned him the viewers' votes.
Haven Madison: Haven serenades the viewers with a soulful performance.
Tyson Venegas: Tyson nailed his performance and earned a spot in the Top 10.
Colin Stough: Colin stirring performance received praise from the judges.
Marybeth Byrd: Marybeth delivered a stunning performance during 'Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Night'.
Oliver Steele: Oliver stuns the judges with his amazing falsetto.
Iam Tongi: The aspiring singer's falsetto earned him a spot in the Top 10.
Zachariah Smith: Zachariah wins the hearts of the viewers with his vocals.
Megan Danielle: Megan advanced to the Top 10 with her breathtaking performance.
'American Idol' Season 21 airs every Sunday and Monday at 8 pm ET on ABC
