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Tonight’s round of ‘American Idol’ auditions took North Carolina by storm, sweeping through the famous Charlotte Motor Speedway. The episode was filled with talent, laughter, tears and, of course, a healthy dose of drama.

A highlight of tonight’s audition episode of ‘American Idol’ in Charlotte, N.C. was 22-year-old Candice Glover, who sang a powerful – yet appropriately sweet – version of Duffy’s ‘Syrup and Honey.’

On tonight’s audition episode of ‘American Idol’ (Jan. 23) at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, 16-year-old Isabel Gonzalez delivered a stunning rendition of Sam Cooke’s ‘Nothing Can Change This Love.’ Her talent and youthful charm won over judges Randy Jackson, Nicki Minaj, Keith Urban and Mariah Carey, who happily sent her on to Hollywood.

This week on 'Glee,' the girls turn the tables on the guys by asking them out for the 'Sadie Hawkins' dance. The episode features a wide range of music revolving around the dance, including the current No. 1 tune in the country, a classic TLC track, and a certain Sir Mix-a-Lot ode to the backside.

As Season 12 of 'American Idol' has kicked off, what better time to revisit the journey of Season 11 winner, alt-folk-rock singer/guitarist Phillip Phillips, who is one of the most successful alums in the history of the show?

In the second night of 'American Idol' audition episodes, the panel took their talents -- and their talent -- to the Windy City.

Welcome to the thousandth season of 'American Idol' everyone! Okay we kid, it's only the 12th season, but let's do some math: we're 25, show's been on 12 years = it started when we were just mere 13-year-olds arguing with our friends over who the hottest member of the Backstreet Boys was.

When we first heard about a supposed feud between 'American Idol' judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, we couldn't help but smile. Why? Because we knew it was going to make for great television, that's why!

Well this Jersey girl just warmed our hearts on Season 12 of 'American Idol.' Sarah Restuccio, the 17-year-old from Hammontown, N.J. is country strong, and was quick to note that her town in the Garden State was different than "those up north," and probably those south of her a la 'Jersey Shore...

Unless you went to Dallas last week to see the premiere episode of season 12 of American Idol, you'll get to see the new panel of judges as they make their debut on the new season tonight on Fox.

Nicki Minaj stopped by 'The Tonight Show With Jay Leno' on Monday (Jan. 14), where she dished on her feud with 'American Idol' co-judge Mariah Carey.

The 'American Idol' judges and host Ryan Seacrest cover the new issue of TV Guide in advance of the Season 12 premiere next week.