AsRyan Seacrestfamously says, “This…isAmerican Idol.”
It’s a new season with a slightly new look.
Since the series moved from FOX to ABC, the judging panel has remained the same.

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That is untilKaty Perrydeparted at the end of last season.
Joining long-time judgesLuke BryanandLionel Richie,American Idolis back as they search for the next music superstar.
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Who Is Judging Season ‘American Idol’ Season 23?
Who Auditioned On Episode 1 of ‘American Idol’ Season 23?'
Kolbi was given three yeses.

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She’s going to Hollywood!
Breanna received three yeses.
She’s going to Hollywood!

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Joey Ciccone
27-year-oldJoey Cicconewas the episode’s shock performance.
And not for his vocals.
They believe the nerves got the best of him.

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Unfortunately for Joey, he did not receive the votes to move forward.
Luke is convinced to come up and sing with Crews, leading to the judges giving Crews three yeses.
He’s going to Hollywood!

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Isaiah Misailegalu
Isaiah Misailegaluis 17, living in Las Vegas.
He has a large Samoan family that are his pride and joy.
He reveals that he’s been singing his entire life.

For his audition he takes on “Song for You” byDonny Hathaway.
With his family by his side, he receives three yeses.
He’s going to Hollywood!

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Kam’Rom receives three yeses.
He’s going to Hollywood!
He sings “Freak on a Leash” byKorn, which Carrie knew every word to.

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In the end, he win them over, earning three yeses.
He’s going to Hollywood!
He receives three yeses.

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He’s going to Hollywood!
She’s going to Hollywood!
Shane Dan Turner
ForShane Dan Turner, the judges were split again about his fate.

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But, with two yeses and one no, he’s through.
He’s going to Hollywood!
The judges are mixed with Pat’s performance.

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Lionel and Carrie give Pat a yes, Luke says no.
It doesn’t matter as he’s through.
He’s going to Hollywood!

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He’s going to Hollywood!
The 22-year-old even does an impression ofJennifer Hudson.
It was the Season 3 alum who pushed her to audition for the show.

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With impressive range, Gabby sings “Natural Woman” byAretha Franklin.
The judges are enamored, withCarrie calling her a diamond who needs a little polishing.She earns three yeses.
She’s going to Hollywood!

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He sings “I Wanna Know What Love Is” which gets Lionel on his feet.
Despite Luke noting that his theatrical voice is not his thing, he puts him through.
He receives three yeses.

He’s going to Hollywood!
The judges remind her that this is a televised competition show where people will see her.
They tell her this as they see something special in her.

Joined by her husband and son Stetson, Abi earns three yeses.
She’s going to Hollywood.
Slater Nalley
For the evening’s emotional performance,Slater Nalleyarrives to sing an original song.
At 17-years-old, the judges think his storyteller-esque voice is beyond his age.
He receives a resounding yes from all three judges.
He’s going to Hollywood!

Who Received the Platinum Ticket?
For the first time this season, the judges surprised one of their hopefuls with the Platinum Ticket.
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