506 (hollywood Week: Genre Challenge): [s20e7]

HunterGirl , Jay Copeland, and Kenedi Anderson watched from the balcony. The "curveball" revealed they were there to scout the competition and get "pick of the litter" for their duet partners.

The 16-year-old impressed the judges with Adele’s "Love in the Dark". [S20E7] 506 (Hollywood Week: Genre Challenge)

To celebrate the show's 20th anniversary, iconic former contestants returned to guide the new talent: (Season 2 winner) – R&B Jordin Sparks (Season 6 winner) – Pop David Cook (Season 7 winner) – Rock Lee DeWyze (Season 9 winner) – Indie-Folk Lauren Alaina (Season 10 runner-up) – Country Haley Reinhart (Season 10) – Soul Chayce Beckham (Season 19 winner) – Country Key Highlights & Standouts HunterGirl , Jay Copeland, and Kenedi Anderson watched

The judges were less forgiving than in previous rounds, sending home several early fan favorites: The autistic singer whose audition went viral. Zaréh: Daughter of Season 4 finalist Nadia Turner. Luke Taylor: The deep-voiced "Burl Ives" soundalike. Mark Osborne: A standout country-rocker from the auditions. To celebrate the show's 20th anniversary, iconic former

Over 100 hopefuls were tasked with identifying their artistic identity by choosing one of six categories: Pop Rock R&B Soul Country

In Season 20, Episode 7 of American Idol (aired March 28, 2022), the high-stakes "Hollywood Week" began with the . This episode is notable for its brutal "cutthroat" pace and the introduction of legendary series alumni as mentors. The Genre Challenge Format

Contestants performed head-to-head within these brackets to secure a spot in the upcoming "Duets Challenge".