American Idol star Carrie Underwood is a force to be reckoned with - gorgeous, talented, and sugar-sweet, but maybe her undeniable star power actually detracts from the show's contestants.

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The reality singing competition that helped launch Kelly Clarkson's career returns for its 23rd season next month. "American Idol" is back for another season of starry-eyed musicians vying for a ...

Two of the four Arizona contestants on "American Idol" Season 23 audition Sunday night. Tune in to see what they sang and what the judges had to say.