American Idol 2011 Top 40 Elimination Round Spoiler

American Idol 2011 judges

We’ve got another round of early spoilers for the upcoming season of American Idol. Joe’s Place has pulled back the curtain on a new round of singing where the Top 40 will face off with some new choices:

The top 40 will be brought back to Hollywood for a round called “Sing For Your Life”. What is unknown at this time is if this round will actually cut the top 40 down to a top 12, or 15, or 20.

What is known is that during this round contestants choose ONE song to sing. They can choose from the AI approved song list, pick another song, not on the list and hope that it gets approval, or they can sing AN ORIGINAL SONG.

The contestants can choose to sing it Acapella or with ONE Instrument.

Letting the American Idol hopefuls perform an original song is a much needed enhancement to the show. Of course we’ve got the return of musical instruments, but I don’t think anyone really thought that’d be going away.

I can’t wait to see how this new round plays out. What about you?

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14 Comments

  1. Thanks Matt…I like the idea of the contestants being able to choose their own song or even being able to choose an orginal…sounds good. The more I read all the "hype", the more I am looking forward to a new season. 🙂

  2. Hi Rose, I agree with you. Everything sounds like its going to be a good season, I just want it to start. I'm kinda getting burnt out with all this "hype"……

    @Matt…..I just love these updates…Thank you…

  3. I believe letting contestants sing an original and to choose a song..is a great idea…they can be in their comfort song with an original and then sing a song that made them want to become an American Idol.

  4. I think the idea of original songs is great plus maybe some songs not on the list. My big question from the commercials I've seen so far is…….have they changed the theme song??? I hope not. Everytime that music started it made heads turn if you're an idolaholic like me.

  5. @Phyllis, hope all is well! I agree with you, I am burnt out myself with these promos. It's good at times to be informed, but my goodness it can be overwhelming also!

    @Rose, hope all is well! I agree, that letting contestants choose their song is definitely the way to go!

  6. I an waiting for this opening, The 40 top are just a cool thing. The young Lady Janelle Arthur is one awesome singer. Lets hear more from her. She is awesome. Good Luck to my favorite #5!!

  7. Happy New Year everyone. Just finished listening to a few of the upcoming contestants…so far…a lot of good talent. Really looking forward to the new season. 🙂

  8. Looking forward to your new season. You have a lot to look up to. My husband and I have watched Idol from the beginning and hope the change in judges does not make a significant difference.

    I think it is a good idea to allow contestants to choose their song. However, I question the idea of not having the orchestra visual. I feel they add so much to the whole performance. Best wishes for another great season!!

  9. S0000 EXCITING, CAN’T WAIT FOR THE NEW AI TO BEGIN.

    PIA IS AWESOME IN HER NATURAL TALENT AND SHE IS BEAUTIFUL.

    LET’S HERE MORE ABOUT PIA.

  10. I am not crazy about the auditions but it sounds like you may be mixing it up. I just get excited to hear the real competitions. I would rather see you make their competion a couple weeks longer than be put through the reality-show torture of the auditions. Whatever sells though. I love AI.

  11. i know it's late to send a comment since the show already started anyway i wanted to say that this group is very talented it will really hard can't wait for next week

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