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Popular reality competition series American Idol season 21 aired a brand new episode on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at 8 pm ET on ABC. It documented the Top 12 contestants participating in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Night theme of the competition. They gave some of their best performances to ensure they received enough votes from viewers to keep themselves safe.
On this week's episode of American Idol, Warren Peay took to the stage with his guitar for his performance. He received decent feedback from the judges, but fans were left unimpressed. One tweeted:
The hit ABC series has been extremely successful amongst the audience over the past two decades that it has been on air. Many contestants on this stage have gone on to become successful artists with a massive fan base.
Season 21 of the competition features the iconic judge trio - pop princess Katy Perry, Oscar-winning singer/songwriter Lionel Richie and country superstar Luke Bryan.
Warren Peay performs to enter Top 10 on American Idol
Tonight's episode of American Idol saw the Top 12 contestants competing against each other and delivering their best performances to earn enough votes from viewers and their fans to keep themselves safe and make it to the Top 10.
The official synopsis of the episode, titled Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Night, read:
"Season eight runner-up and bestselling artist Adam Lambert mentors the Top 12 contestants for another night of unforgettable live performances as America decides who will make the Top 10."
For his performance, Warren Peay sought help from the guest mentor for this episode - Adam Lambert. Lambert is a season 8 runner-up and a well-known American Idol alum who gained massive success post his debut in the competition series.
Adam Lambert noted that singing was the best therapy and advised the artist on phrasing. The mentor explained that the guitar and its overall range was "heavy on the rasp" and said that the singer should focus on the melody and raw emotions.
The American Idol contestant performed House Of The Rising Sun by The Animals. The judges and the audience enjoyed the performance and applauded for the same. Lionel Richie called it "the best," but noted that he started the song off too low. Katy Perry, for her part, complimented Peay's gritty voice and loved that the singer stayed true to himself while performing.
While Luke Bryan echoed his fellow judges' sentiments, he still complimented Warren for a great performance. Viewers will have to wait to find out if the contestant ultimately makes it to the Top 10 of the competition.
Fans not too happy with Warren Peay's performance on American Idol
Despite largely positive feedback from judges, fans took to social media to express their disappointment with Warren Peay's performance. While some felt that the song choice could've been better, others had issues with the vocals.
Some fans also felt that Warren should try something new in the competition, whereas others noted that country idols were preferred more.
Season 21 of American Idol has been a pretty interesting watch so far. As the installment progresses, the remaining contestants will have to face tougher challenges, testing their potential and talent. Viewers will have to wait and see how the rest of the season pans out.
Don't forget to tune in to a brand new episode on Monday, May 1, 2023, at 8 pm ET on ABC.
