Post office employee Brajawn Upshaw had to check his nerves at the door when he auditions for Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Carrie Underwood on this Sunday’s American Idol.

American Idol' season 23 hopeful Brajawn Upshaw aims to prove his mom right by securing his spot in Hollywood.

This 'American Idol' hopeful had judge Carrie Underwood singing along in her seat in this sneak peek of Sunday's episode.

Doug Kiker, the American Idol singer, rose to fame with his raw talent but faced struggles before his tragic passing at 32.

From contestants who nearly botched their auditions, to folks who floored the judges, these tryouts from past "Idol" winners ...