American Idol

Even though schools have been closed since March 16, the College of Saint Rose in Albany has given former season 18 American Idol contestant Julia Gargano and a small group of former classmates special permission to use the Hearst Center…

As “American Idol” on ABC came to an end on Sunday, May 17, many were disappointed to find out that Julia Gargano would not be advancing to the top five. Gargano, a 22-year-old graduate of the College of Saint Rose in Albany, gave…

Capitol Region Teen Madison VanDenburg had made it to the final three contestants on Season 17 of American Idol. The high school student from Cohoes tried out for the show last fall in Buffalo. At last Sunday's Hero Tribute, VanDenburg…

On Tuesday, July 21, the fans at Darien Lake Center for the Performing Arts were treated to a great performance by none other than original “American Idol” winner, Kelly Clarkson. Kelly was in town promoting her latest album “Piece by…

Scotty McCreery was only 17-years-old when he won the 10th season on American Idol in 2011. Perhaps this young man was new to those just seeing him for the first time, however Scotty had spent most of his life singing and playing and…