Competing to be American Idol can be nerve-racking, but Eden Prairie's Casey Carlson has got a lot of support at home.
When accomplished backup singer Melinda Doolittle auditioned for the sixth season of "American Idol," she told the judges she was there to "get over the fear of standing in front of people."
iTunes to Offer Idol Performances, Video
Can't get enough Idol? Not only can you vote for your favorites, you can now download their performances from iTunes.
Study to Judge 'American Idol' Judges
HCD Research will conduct a study to evaluate the performances of the "American Idol" judges on a weekly basis beginning Feb. 17.
An "American Idol" contestant who made the show's top 36 was disqualified.
'American Idol' Hopefuls Shine In Solos
Adam Lambert was among several "American Idol" hopefuls who gave the judges something to believe in during the final round of Hollywood Week.
Adam Lambert was among several "American Idol" hopefuls who gave the judges something to believe in during the final round of Hollywood Week.
With the economy and Wall Street teetering and American expectations the same, it wasn't a stretch to think "American Idol" might be another behemoth poised for a fall.