American Idol Attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios

American Idols Gear Up

Soundcheck | Feb 28, 2011

American Idol's tenth season has been underway for a few weeks, but tonight the auditions have been whittled down to 24 semi-finalists. Viewers are waiting to see how the singers fare -- and they also have their eyes on this season's new judges. Popdust writer Maura Johnston joins us to explain how this new season is shaping up. Plus, she shares her early favorites.

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