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Check back after each episode for the latest intel on Season 10's break-out stars!
San Francisco Auditions
James Durbin
Age: ?
Hometown: Santa Cruz, CA
In a Nutshell: Durbin's emotive vocal stylings have been compared to those of Adam Lambert among 'Idol' pundits. On the personal story side, Durbin allegedly suffers from Tourette and Asperger syndromes.
More James: Facebook, YouTube
Julie Zorilla
Age: ?
Hometown: Denver, CO
In a Nutshell: A sampling (via iTunes) of Julie's original album, "About Us," brings to mind the soaring vocals of Lea Michelle.
More Julie: Facebook
Clint Gamboa
Age: 26
Hometown: Long Beach, CA
In a Nutshell: Clint's a two-time "Karaoke Fest" winner but we all know 'Idol' is no karaoke contest, right Nigel?
More Clint: YouTube
Deandre "Kamele" Brackensick
Age: 17
Hometown: Long Beach, CA
In a Nutshell: No, it's not the second coming of Milli Vanilli. Although Deandre claims Long Beach as his home, a little Googling reveals his penchant for Hawaiian music.
More Deandre: Facebook, YouTube
Brittany Mazur
Age: 21
Hometown: Tucson, Ariz.
In a Nutshell: Former "Ms. America Outstanding Teen" is looking to conquer another national talent institution.
More Brittany: YouTube
Stefano Langone
Age: 22
Hometown: Kent, Wash.
In a Nutshell: Another singer/songwriter with piano chops, Stefano may range and original material could give him an edge.
More Stefano: YouTube
Los Angeles Auditions
Tim Halperin
Age: 26
Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas
In a Nutshell: Songwriter/vocalist/pianist Halperin is a serious threat to other 39 contestants in this pool. Just check out the music video for his original song, 'She Runs.'
More Tim: Facebook, YouTube
Austin Auditions
Casey Abrams
Age: 19
Hometown: Idylliwild, CA
Audition Song: "I Don't Need No Doctor," Ray Charles
In a Nutshell: This Seth Rogen lookalike blew the judges away with a Ray Charles' tune, despite bringing a melodica to the audition.
More Casey: Facebook, YouTube
Hollie Cavanagh
Age: 17
Hometown: McKinney, TX
Audition Song: "At Last," Etta James/"The Climb," Miley Cyrus
In a Nutshell: A bundle of nerves at first, British transplant Cavanagh nailed it the second time with a little encouragement from J.Lo
John Wayne Schulz
Age: 22
Hometown: Karnes City, TX
Audition Song: "Believe," Brooks & Dunn
In a Nutshell: This bonafide cowboy has Hollywood good looks and Texas-size vocals to boot.
More John Wayne: YouTube
Nashville Auditions
Ashthon Jones
Hometown: Nashville, Tenn.
In a Nutshell: Jones, a former teenage runaway who's since turned her life around, has been making a name for herself in Nashville.
More Ashthon: MySpace, Facebook, YouTube
Lauren Alaina Suddeth
Age: 15
Hometown: Rossville, GA
Audition Song: "Like We Never Loved At All," Faith Hill
In a Nutshell: Steven felt Suddeth might be "the one," at the end of the Nashville auditions.
More Lauren: Facebook, MySpace, YouTube
Paul McDonald
Age: 25
Hometown: Nashville, TN
Audition Song: "Maggie May," Rod Stewart
In a Nutshell: McDonald's already making a name for himself in his band, "Grand Magnolias" and the judges seemed impressed with this Maroon 5 soundalike.
More Paul: Official Site, MySpace, Twitter, Facebook
Jimmie Allen
Age: 25
Hometown: Franklin, TN
Audition Song: "Sunday Morning," Maroon 5
In a Nutshell: Jimmie's original tunes mix rock and urban with catchy results. It'll be interesting to see what a little mentoring can do for the Nashville musician.
More Jimmie: Facebook, MySpace, YouTube
Milwaukee Auditions
Thia Megia
Age: 15
Hometown: Mountain House, Calif.
Audition Song: "Chasing Pavements," Adele
In a Nutshell: At just 15, Megia has already seen airtime on another major TV competition, 'America's Got Talent,' making it into the top 24.
More Thia: Facebook, YouTube
Ta-Tynisa Wilson
Age: 20
Hometown: Aurora, Ill.
In a Nutshell: While not seen on the Milwaukee episode, Wilson is a local favorite who's also an aspiring model.
More Ta-Tynisa: Twitter, Facebook, MySpace
Tiwan Strong
Age: 29
Hometown: Racine, Wisc.
Audition Song: 'Twistin' the Night Away,' Sam Cooke
In a Nutshell: Tiwan's Hollywood moment was overshadowed by the "Charlie Horse" one of his family members suffered while celebrating his golden ticket.
Scotty McCreery
Age: 16
Hometown: Garner, Wisc.
Audition Song: 'Your Man,' Josh Turner
In a Nutshell: Warbly country-crooner McCreery is a judges' favorite with a voice well beyond his 16 years.
More Scotty: Facebook
Chris Medina
Age: 26
Hometown: Chicago, Ill.
Audition Song: 'Break Even,' The Script
In a Nutshell: Medina touched viewers and the judges with the story of his fiance, Juliana, now suffering from severe brain trauma after a tragic auto accident, whom he's dedicated his musical career to.
Naima Adedapo
Age: 25
Hometown: Chicago, Ill.
Audition Song: 'For All We Know,' Donny Hathaway
In a Nutshell: Aspiring singer who works as a janitor at Milwaukee's "Summerfest," while harboring dreams of performing on that very same slate
Jerome Bell
Age: 27
Hometown: New York, NY
Audition Song: "Let's Get It On," Marvin Gaye
In a Nutshell: This Bar Mitzvah singer impressed J.Lo with his "space shoes" and Randy and Steven with his dynamic performance.
More Jerome: Facebook, MySpace, YouTube
New Orleans Auditions
Brett Loewenstern
Age: 16
Hometown: Boca Raton, Fla.
Audition Song: 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' Queen
In a Nutshell: Bullied high schooler/Carrot Top lookalike makes good with a Queen classic.
More Brett: Facebook
Jovanny Baretto
Age: 23
Hometown: Harvey, La.
Audition Song: 'Contigo en la Distancia,' Luis Miguel
In a Nutshell: Shipbuilder and J.Lo worshiper Baretto snagged a ticket to Hollywood with his impressive vocals and an impromptu strip tease.
Jordan Dorsey
Age: 21
Hometown: LaPlace, La.
Audition Song: 'Over the Rainbow'
In a Nutshell: A piano and vocal teacher whose new spin on an old favorite bought him a ticket to Hollywood.
More Jordan: Facebook
Jaycee Badeaux
Age:15
Hometown: Lafayette, La.
Audition Song: '(Sittin' on) the Dock of the Bay,' Otis Redding
In a Nutshell: Jaycee comes off more like "Star Wars Kid" than the next 'American Idol,' but his surprising performance in NOLA made him an early favorite.
Erin Kelly
Age: 20
Hometown: Bradenton, Fla. (originally Long Island, NY)
Audition Song: 'Killing Me Softly,' Roberta Flack
In a Nutshell: Adopted by parents, Kelly draws inspiration from Mary J. Blige.
More Erin: MySpace, Road to Hollywood Interview
Lauren Turner
Hometown: New Orleans, La.
In a Nutshell: Turner made it to Hollywood in Season 4 and won a local Christina Aguilera impersonation contest.
More Lauren: Facebook, MySpace
New Jersey Auditions
Robbie Rosen
Age: 16
Hometown: Long Island, NY
Audition Song: 'Yesterday,' The Beatles
In a Nutshell: Once wheelchair-bound teen finds his legs and his voice
More Robbie: Facebook, YouTube
Pia Toscano
Age: 21
Hometown: Howard Beach, NY
In a Nutshell: Toscano's claims to fame include making the top 40 in Season 6 and singing the National Anthem at a Met's game.
More Pia: Facebook, YouTube, MySpace
Jessica Cunningham
Age: 23
Hometown: Portland, Maine
In a Nutshell: Season 10 marks her seventh 'Idol' audition but not her first trip to Hollywood. Cunningham said that Season 9 was her last shot at 'Idol' before settling down with her family, but she's back, again!
More Jessica: MySpace, On Season 9
Alex Ryan
Age: 17
Hometown: Glen Rock, NJ
In a Nutshell: High school student Ryan cites Freddy Mercury and his mother as sources of inspiration and names Adam Lambert's 'Ring of Fire' performance among his favorite 'Idol' moments.
More Alex: YouTube
Aaron Sanders
Age: 26
Hometown: Atlanta, Ga.
In a Nutshell: Sanders, a self-described "geek," comes from a musical family and made it to the top 50 in Season 7.
More Aaron: Road to Hollywood Interview
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