The talent contest opens Season 10 with auditions in New York and New Jersey.

As the old saying goes, be careful what you wish for. After many viewers (yours truly included) complained that American Idol's Season 10 premiere on Wednesday didn't offer anything remarkably different from past seasons, Thursday's episode gave us something we've never seen before: Randy Jackson's bare stomach. I'm pretty sure that's not what any of us were hoping for. So, what had Randy (and Steven!) taking off their clothes? And which New Orleans singers gave J. Lo goose bumps and moved her to tears? Let's find out....

The American Idol audition train rolled on to Milwaukee, which served up yet another batch of really young youngsters, a few more impressive standouts and the most ridiculous auditions we've seen thus far. But while watching and judging the wannabes, some interesting things happened to the judging panel: Steven Tyler became an even more inappropriate softie, Jennifer Lopez finally looked comfortable crushing people's dreams and Randy Jackson ... actually said something smart? So which singers inspired these changes?

The auditions continue from Nashville, TN on the new season of American Idol as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

Before American Idol got down to wild and wacky business in Austin, the producers decided to start the show with a somber moment. Responding to some recent outrage over Steven Tyler's outlandish (and sometimes vulgar) outbursts and his inappropriate come-ons toward some of the younger female singers, the producers apologized for his "outrageous behavior." So did the Aerosmith rocker straighten up?

Well, the other shoe finally dropped. After a season that, so far, has mostly favored the good auditions, Thursday's episode focused almost exclusively on the bad. Steven Tyler attributed the change to the city of Los Angeles, which he deduced is full of delusional people. Things got so bad that even J. Lo discovered her potty mouth. So, who was the worst of the worst?

The auditions continue from San Francisco, CA on the new season of American Idol as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

With the auditions out of the way, now is the time to separate the good from the bad and to find the real talent that holds in the rooms. With the individuals hoping to make a name for themselves, who is going to outshine the rest and make it through to the next round?

It is Group Week and no one is safe for this round of tough auditions. With many already to go, a twist forces them to separate and form new groups and make new friends. Which group is going to make it through to the next round and which are going home? The judges decide.

Now it is the individuals to show what they have and to shine out the rest of the competition and to show the judges that they did not make the wrong choice from choosing from the Group Week. This week they are solo with the help of the band or their own instrument.

The 61 contestants are going to have to sing the Beatles to show that they have what it takes to handle the pressure of the competition. A lot happens in the 2 hour show. A contestant gets married, hearts are broken and one judge doesn't know if it is possible to continue to tell people the bad news that they didn't make it through. Some of the Top 24 are revealed.

The eliminations continue to reveal the Top 24 contestants for the American Idol Live Shows. With a lot riding on this and after Jennifer's big blow up, will she been able to go on? The contestants await their fate.

The Top 12 Boys perform. Clint Jun Gamboa, Jovany Barreto, Jordan Dorsey, Tim Halperin, Brett Loewenstern, James Durbin, Robbie Rosen, Scott McCreery, Stefano Langone, Paul McDonald, Jacob Lusk, and Casey Abrams take to the stage to show that they have what it takes to be the next American Idol. Who will outshine the rest and who will fall short?

The Top 12 Girls perform and Naima Adedapo, Lauren Alaina, Kendra Chantelle, Ashthon Jones, Thia Megia, Haley Reinhart, Karen Rodriguez, Pia Toscano, Lauren Turner, TaTynisa Wilson, Rachel Zevita, and Julie Zorrilla each perform at their best to show that they have what it takes to make it to the next stage in the competition. Is there the next American Idol in this bunch?

The results are in and the Top 24 are going to be cut down to 13 tonight. This is the most cut at this point in the competition and all hopefuls are nervous. Who has made the cut to be part of America's Top 10 and the 3 Wildcard spots? Jennifer Lopez's new music video is also premiered.

Casey Abrams, Lauren Alaina, James Durbin, Thia Megia, Haley Reinhart, Karen Rodriguez, Pia Toscano, Jacob Lusk, Scott McCreery, Paul McDonald, Ashthon Jones, Stefano Langone and Naima Adedapo are up for the spot of American Idol as the Top 13 perform for the spot into the next round. Who will show that they can sing the best?

The Votes are in for the first eliminations of the Top 13. With Adam Lambert and Diddy Dirty Money performing tonight, the hopefuls all get a taste of fame when they go to the premiere of "Red Riding Hood" and see their home.

The American Idol top 12 finalists perform once again hoping to impress the judges

and the nation. Tune in to see who amazes the judges and who falls flat.

One singer is eliminated in a results edition. The Black Eyed Peas and Lee DeWyze perform.

The finalists perform Motown songs.

One of the finalists is eliminated in a results edition. Stevie Wonder, Season 3 finalist Jennifer Hudson and country duo Sugarland perform. Appearing: Hulk Hogan.

The finalists perform the songs of Elton John.

Two contestants are eliminated; performances by will.i.am, Jamie Foxx and Fantasia.

The contestants perform songs from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, accompanied by guitarist Jeff Beck.

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The eight remaining contestants perform songs from movies.

A contestant is eliminated; Rihanna performs; Kelly Clarkson and Jason Aldean perform.

The remaining contestants perform songs from the 21st century.

A contestant is eliminated; David Cook performs; Katy Perry performs.

The six remaining contestants perform the songs of Carole King.

A contestant is eliminated; performances by Crystal Bowersox and Bruno Mars.

Five singers perform one current song and one from the 1960s.

One of the Top 5 contestants is voted off. Performers are Jennifer Lopez, rapper Pitbull and country group Lady Antebellum.

The remaining contestants perform the songs of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller; Lady Gaga mentors the finalists.

A finalist is sent home; premiere of the video for Steven Tyler's ``(It) Feels so Good''; Jordin Sparks performs.

3 Finalists Compete

One of Three Voted Off

2 Finalists Compete

The top-13 finalists reunite on stage; the winner is announced.

Television's No. 1 series returns for its highly anticipated 11th season with brand new contestants, a superstar judging panel and the best and worst of auditions. Host Ryan Seacrest and judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler traveled across the country to Charleston & Savannah where the good, the bad and the outrageous auditioned for their shot at stardom. This season promises to deliver the most talented group of singers yet and as always, it's up to the viewers to root and vote for their favorite contestants, ultimately crowning the next American Idol.

The auditions continue on the second part of three-night season premiere of American Idolas the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from Pittsburgh, PA.

The auditions continue on a special, extended primetime broadcast of American Idolas the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from San Diego, CA.

More auditions are featured on American Idol as the judges try to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day from Aspen, CO.

The auditions continue on American Idol as the judges travel to Galveston, TX to search for the next singing superstar. Don't miss another round of good, bad and outrageous auditions.

The auditions continue on the new season of American Idol, as the judges travel to Portland, OR in search for the next singing superstar.

In an American Idol exclusive, Madonna will world preview the video for her new single, "Give Me All Your Luvin," featuring Nicki Minaj and M.I.A. Plus, more auditions – this time from St. Louis, MO – as the judges resume their search to find the next singing superstar.

The Hollywood Round begins as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the auditioncontestants to see who may get a semifinal spot.

The Hollywood Round continues as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the contestants after listening to the Group Round Performances.

Contestants try one last time to impress the judges, singing for their lives to prove who deserves to make it to the semi final round. For some, it's the end of the road, but for the first group of semifinalists whose names will be revealed tonight, the next part of the journey is about to begin

A performance round is held in Las Vegas.

The contestants must bring it and sing it in one final performance opportunity to win over the judges, who then reveal the first group of semifinalists.

The judges unveil the remaining semifinalists.

The male semifinalists perform. Viewer voting begins.

The female semifinalists perform.

Finalists are revealed. Also: The judges add their wild-card choices to the final group.

Season 11's finalists perform songs by Stevie Wonder and Whitney Houston. Mary J. Blige is the mentor.

One finalist is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are Mary J. Blige and Lauren Alaina.

Season 11's finalists must bring it and sing it in a performance edition.

One singer is cut from the competition in a results episode. Daughtry perform.

The finalists perform.

One singer is voted off in a results installment. Guest performers are Lana Del Rey and Haley Reinhart.

The finalists perform songs by their own idols.

A finalist is eliminated in a results episode. Performing: Nicki Minaj and Scotty McCreery.

The finalists perform songs from the 1980s.

One finalist is eliminated in a results edition. Guest performers are the Wanted and Kellie Pickler. Also: the premiere of the Jennifer Lopez music video "Dance Again".

The singers perform.

One singer is eliminated in a results installment. Performing: Jennifer Hudson; Ne-Yo; James Durbin.

The singers perform a current song and a classic soul tune.

One singer is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are LMFAO and Kris Allen.

The singers perform in a Queen-theme episode. Appearing: Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor.

One singer is eliminated. Performing: Katy Perry; the Queen Extravaganza (the official touring Queen tribute group); and Stefano Langone.

The singers perform. The theme is British music.

One singer is eliminated. Performing: Carrie Underwood and Coldplay.

The singers perform. The theme is "California Dreamin'.

A finalist is eliminated in a results show. Jennifer Lopez and David Cook perform.

The final three singers each perform three songs—a judges' choice, Jimmy Iovine's choice and their own choice. They also return to their hometowns to visit family, friends and fans.

A singer is eliminated in a results show. Lisa Marie Presley and Adam Lambert perform.

The two finalists perform in Part 1 of the two-part Season 11 finale. Jason Derulo and Scotty McCreery perform. From the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live.

The winning singer is revealed in the conclusion of the two-part Season 11 finale. Guest performers include Rihanna, Aerosmith, Neil Diamond and Chaka Khan, John Fogerty, Jennifer Holliday, Fantasia, Jordin Sparks and Reba McEntire. Also: a reunion of the Top 12 contestants.

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Hopefuls perform for the judges.

Hopefuls perform for the judges.

Hopefuls perform for the judges.

Hopefuls audition in Salt Lake City.

Hopefuls audition in Omaha, Neb.

Upon their arrival in Hollywood, the contestants must perform for the judges; contestants who don't make the cut are sent back home.

Solo and group performances in Los Angeles.

Group and solo performances in Los Angeles.

Following more performances, the top semifinalists are announced.

Fifteen female singers perform.

The male singers perform.

The top 13 finalists are revealed.

The 13 finalists perform.

The singers face elimination.

The dozen remaining finalists perform.

The contestants face elimination.

Eleven finalists perform.

The contestants face elimination.

The top 10 finalists perform.

Contestants face elimination.

The finalists perform.

Contestants face elimination.

The top finalists perform for the judges.

One contestant is voted off.

The top finalists perform for the judges.

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The finalists perform for the judges.

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Six finalists perform for the judges.

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The top five finalists perform for the judges.

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The four remaining finalists perform.

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In the 500th episode, the top three finalists perform.

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The top two finalists perform.

The top finalists reunite; the winner is revealed.

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Hopefuls try to impress the judges as auditions continue.

Vocalists in Kansas City, Mo., audition for the judges in hope of making it to the next round.

Vocalists in New York -- the hometown of judge Jennifer Lopez -- audition in hope of making it to the next round; guest judge Adam Lambert.

Another round of vocalists audition for the judges in hope of making it to the next round.

The auditions continue as more vocalists try to impress the judges in hope of making it to the next round.

The auditions continue.

The auditions continue.

Hollywood Week opens with the singers forming lines of 10 and performing for the judges.

Hollywood Week continues.

Hollywood Week continues as the contestants perform solos.

Hollywood Week continues and the Top 48 singers are revealed.

The contestants perform in a showcase at the House of Blues; some of the contestants learn their fate.

The final performances take place at the House of Blues; the judges finish selecting the top 24 contestants.

The top 12 guys perform in hope of winning America's votes.

The top 12 girls perform in hope of earning America's votes.

The result of last week's vote and the Top 8 Girls perform.

The result of last week's vote and the Top 8 Boys perform.

The 16 remaining contestants are whittled down to the Top 12 finalists.

The Top 12 perform for America's votes.

The results of last week's vote and the Top 10 perform.

The result of last week's vote and the Top 9 perform.

The result of last week's vote and the Top 8 perform.

The result of last week's vote and the Top 7 perform.

The result of last week's vote and the Top 6 perform.

The result of last week's vote and the Top 5 perform.

The result of last week's vote and the Top 4 perform.

The result of last week's vote and the Top 3 perform.

The final performance show of the season gives America one last chance to vote for the winner.

A night of featured performances climaxes with the revelation of this year's American Idol winner.

Host Ryan Seacrest and judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr. begin their search for talented vocalists with auditions in Denver and Atlanta.

The search for the most talented vocalists continues with auditions in Little Rock, Ark., and San Francisco.

Ryan and the judges continue their search for talent with auditions in Philadelphia.

Ryan, Jennifer, Keith, and Harry search the country for the most talented vocalists as the auditions continue in Denver and Little Rock, Ark.

Hopefuls audition for the judges in Atlanta, Little Rock, Ark., Philadelphia and San Francisco.

Hopefuls perform for the judges in Atlanta, Philadelphia and San Francisco.

The judges have heard auditions from all over the country, and now it's time for the best of the best to see if they are cut out for Hollywood.

The contestants press on to show the judges what they've got as Hollywood Week continues.

Hollywood week continues and the contestants are put to the test. Who will come out on top?

The contestants have survived Hollywood week and it is time to find out who will continue on in the competition. Only the best of the best will make it through as the Top 24 are revealed.

The Top 24 have been chosen, and now it's time for the contestants to show the judges that they are here to stay. Twelve of the Top 24 perform in hopes of earning their spot.

Favorite former Idols will return to mentor and sing with the contestants. Then, after giving it their all, the first round of performers will find out who will make the cut. The judges vote on who will stay in the competition to become the next, and final, American Idol.

The remaining 12 of the Top 24 get their chance to shine as they perform for the judges' votes.

Idol fan favorites return to mentor and perform, as the judges vote on the second showcase and five contestants are sent home. Find out who advances to the Top 14 in the quest to become the final Idol.

After proving themselves alongside Idol legends, some semifinalists will reach the end of their journey. The judges will announce the first eight semi-finalists to make it into the Top 10, leaving six to sing for America's vote and the final two spots in this farewell season's Top 10.

The first live show of the season is finally here! Host Ryan Seacrest will reveal America's Vote and announce the final two semi-finalists joining the Top 10. Then, the Top 10 finalists will perform for America's vote.

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As the competition moves forward, Idol hopefuls have limited time to make a name for themselves. Find out who will move on and who has reached the end of the road.

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