American Idol Update

Rock week was a huge week for our top four American Idol contestants this week. With inspiring wisdom from Rock legend, Slash, these four were willing to prove they have what it takes to make it all the way. For much of our competition, they took on the brand new meaning of rock & stepped up to the next level. Unfortunately, the top four was later reduced to three as one contestant was chosen to leave. To the shock & dismay of the American Idol fans, that contestant was none other than: Allison Iraheta!!!

Allison Iraheta is an American singer of Salvadorean descent, who also won the reality TV competition Quinceanera. Iraheta auditioned for the eigth season of 'American Idol' in San Franciso, California. The judges unanimously agreed to put her through to the semifinals. Iraheta was later nominated the "one to watch in this competition" in the semifinals, earning her unanimous praise from the judges. She was the top voted female of Group 2 {along with Adam Lambert & Kris Allen}, advancing directly into the Top 13.

Since the Top 10 performance, Allison Iraheta has earned further praise from the judges. Her performance had Simon Cowell compare her to first season winner Kelly Clarkson. After the first Top 7 night, Allison would rise all the way to the top of the competition. The following night, contestant, Lil Rounds, was eliminated making Iraheta the last remaining female constestant. 

Eventually, Iraheta took a few staggering steps further into the competition. It was later revealed that Iraheta would receive the highest or second-highest number of votes. Her duet performance with Adam Lambert received rave reviews from the judges, redeeming her title as a "rock goddess." The following night, Iraheta was eliminated in 4th place, to the shock of many viewers and commentators. Celebrity mentor Slash agreed that Allison didn't deserve to be voted off. She has amazing potential in the music industry, earning respect from Kelly Clarkson & Jennifer Lope for her past performances. We can expect great things to happen to her during the course of time.

Now only three contestants remain: Adam Lambert, Kris Allen, and Danny Gokay. Who will be the next contestant eliminated from the competition? Who will rise to the top? Who will be the NEXT American Idol? Until then, break a leg.