American Idol Season 21 Episode 8: Release Date, Preview & Streaming Guide

The latest episode of American Idol season 21 was high on evictions, and one contestant also got a platinum ticket. Which one was it? You will find out via this post as we will recap every detail along with the American Idol season 21 episode 8 release date and streaming guide, so let’s go!

In the last episode, Kaeyra received a standing ovation from Luke Bryan, who also remarked that she sounded, unlike any other contestant. She receives a “yes” from all three evaluators. Her passage to Hollywood is a golden one! Elise Kristine, a college student in her eighteenth year, impresses with her cover of Aretha Franklin’s You Make Me Feel Like.

Elise is dubbed the “next big thing” by Katy Perry. Along with other talented individuals like Sarah Mac and Jayna Elise, she travels to Hollywood. Nate Peck is an all-around musician. He opens with a Dokken rendition of “Lightning Strikes Again.” Nate is asked to sing “Here I Go Again” from Whitesnake as Luke chooses to attempt something new.

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Recap

Nate demonstrates his vocal prowess. Katy wonders if Nate can relate emotionally to his upcoming performances. Nate can transition between various styles, according to Lionel Richie. Nate is visiting Hollywood!

American Idol Season 21 Episode 8 Release Date — A still from the show. (Credits: ABC)

Dad is attending Mikenley Brown’s American Idol tryout. The singer ceased eating as a result of bullying in middle school. Her body started to break down, but she was now fine. With her rendition of Rihanna’s “Love On The Brain,” Michaelely excels.

Luke tells the juvenile performer she appears to have been “born to do this.” At the very least, Mikenley is indeed in Katy’s top 24. Mikenley receives the winning ticket as her father sobs. Isaac Brown, a resident of Los Angeles, performs as a busker on Hollywood Boulevard right now.

He begins by singing “Golden Hour.” Isaac sings “Essence” by Wizkid so that Katy can get a better look at him. ” I am so grateful that you added some taste to the meal. Lionel compliments your singing for its rhythm and range.

Isaac’s voice, in Luke’s opinion, “has an inconceivable amount of potential.” Katy acknowledges that promise but desires that as Isaac progresses to Hollywood Week, he “capture just a bit more emotion and feelings.”

After his mother abandoned him as an adolescent, the 26-year-old went in and out of foster care several times. Cam raised his brother and sister after he reached 18 years old. He sings “Hallelujah” by Leonard Cohen in a lovely version.

He expresses his feelings through his singing, which enhances his potent show. The judges rose to give him hugs. Luke remarks that Cam’s approach is incredibly distinctive, and he cannot contrast Cam with anyone else. Lionel claims that Cam was delivered to them by “divine guidance.” The judges invite Cam’s partner to watch him win a trip to Hollywood.

Not just any ticket, though. The final platinum ticket for the tryouts is given to him! Cam is “the most effective soul singer we’ve ever possessed,” according to Luke. For her Idol tryout, Sierra Harris performs Heart’s “Barracuda.”

The 20-year-old is made to sing “Firework” by Katy, which makes Katy place her head in her hands. Sierra is capable! Katy believes Sierra occasionally has a singing vibe, though. Your speech is no longer a party trick. Your voice is what matters, explains Katy. Sierra is traveling to Los Angeles.

Phil Kane gives the judges a performance of his original composition, “Osage County.” The evaluators are impressed by his storyteller vibe. “I accepted everything that was said. It was just so genuine, adds Katy. “Honestly, that was right on the money. That was amazing what you just did,” says Lionel. He receives a golden ticket to Hollywood from the evaluators right away!

After receiving a second opportunity from the judges, Fire comes back. Since then, she has been making a lot of effort to improve, and she sings Adele’s “Love in the Dark.” She receives “big props” from Lionel for her “swings.” She has an “excellent” tone,” he observes, but he’s unsure if she has what it takes to advance.