American Song Contest

A Mississippi native and Grammy nominee took the stage Monday to represent the Magnolia State on the NBC show “American Song Contest.”

“Vote, vote, vote, and vote again. She is performing a new, original song called “Fire” on live television. “America can expect to see from me an electrifying experience.,” Starr said. The Grammy-nominated artist is also featured on producer Mark Ronson’s “Uptown Special” album. I’m gonna put that in the song.’” “I am here to bring the funk, bring the blues, and bring the soul and make sure you feel good.”

Musical performers from all 50 states, five major U.S. territories and Washington D.C. will seek to captivate the nation as they showcase their talents on.

The more desperately you wish for something, the longer it might take," he said in his biography. "Everything happens at the right time, and the universe plays by its own rules. Justin Jesso, a Glencoe native who discovered his passion of music at just 5 years old, has worked with artists such as Ricky Martin and the Backstreet Boys as well as Norwegian dance producer Kygo.

NBC's 'American Song Contest' series premiere was topped by a new episode of ABC's 'American Idol' on Monday.

The CW was fifth in ratings with a 0.15 and in viewers with 498,000. CBS was third in ratings with a 0.55 and first in viewers with 5.8 million. Airing “9-1-1” and “9-1-1: Lone Star,” the network was second in total viewers with an average of 4.9 million. “American Song Contest” will include three rounds, taking place over eight weeks. Hosted by Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson, the all-live “American Song Contest” features 56 artists representing the 50 states, five U. S. territories and the nation’s capital, all competing for best hit song. Meanwhile, “Idol” averaged a 0.7 key demo rating and 5.289 million viewers during that same window.

Billboard spoke with Atlantic Records president, West Coast, Kevin Weaver about the label's involvement with the competition and plans for the season. Related.

The hope is that we break a bunch of artists by way of the show and the fact that we’re in business with them and we’re their partners from inception would lead me to believe that we’re going to be in it for the long haul. As much as I have a sense of what I think could be big records from the show, I wouldn’t be shocked if some records happen that were not those records as well. I’m excited about these legacy artists and their releases and super interested to see how this all works on the show and how the legacy artists’ performances are in comparison to the developing artists. We’ll know what’s reacting on TikTok. And just like any other record here to a large extent, we will move quickly based on how records are talking to us as they get in the marketplace. It’s awesome to be back in it with her and putting out music together. A lot of hands on, a lot of rolling up our sleeves and everybody was definitely in the trenches together. I was able to figure out how to make it work with virtually everybody regardless of what their specific situation was. That was a minority of folks and then a ton of people wanted the benefit of what we offered as far as helping them get records recorded, finding songs, getting records mixed, the whole process of making records as great as we could make them, and it was really fun to be in it like that on many songs. On our A&R team, a couple folks in particular: Pete Ganbarg, who’s our president of A&R. Pete was in the trenches with me. And then we gave them the opportunity to access our A&R services. So we were super involved with that, and there was a lot of input, feedback and dialogue back and forth between us and the network and the producers of the show. Audrey and I have done a ton of stuff together and we started talking about it and we got really excited about it.

From Michael Bolton to an Oklahoma K-pop star to “New Boot Goofin',” the first episode of NBC's “American Song Contest” (based on the Eurovision Song ...

(Though Starr did slightly upstage this during “Fire,” when her band member’s guitar literally shot fire.)At least one artist will be primed to go viral every weekSo, back to “New Boot Goofin’,” a country-rap situation courtesy of Wyoming’s Ryan Charles. Though that phrase may sound familiar thanks to “Reno 911!,” Charles explained that the song is based on “the confidence you have getting a new pair of boots” — because in Wyoming, boots bring your whole outfit together. What you missed on ‘American Song Contest,’ our country’s chaotic new take on EurovisionRyan Charles of Wyoming performs on the series premiere of “American Song Contest.” (Trae Patton/NBC) If you didn’t catch Monday night’s series premiere of NBC’s “American Song Contest,” hosted by Kelly Clarkson and Snoop Dogg, we have three words to sum up what you missed: “New Boot Goofin’.”It’s true: Depending on how things go on “American Song Contest” — the U. S. version of the Eurovision Song Contest — in which contestants from each state compete to win the prize for best original hit, Wyoming’s entry “New Boot Goofin’” could be the song of the summer. (According to Variety, jury rankings will also contribute to those three choices.) Eventually, after a semifinal round, 10 acts will compete in the finale on May 9.During the premiere, the first act sent to the semifinals by the jury was Hueston, an indie-alternative singer from Rhode Island who described himself as a mix of Chris Stapleton and Adele and “Sons of Anarchy” (“but in a good way”) and delivered a very emotional backstory about growing up in poverty before offering up a ballad called “Held on Too Long.”There’s a mix of very famous and non-famous namesLike Eurovision, the competitors range from stars with inescapable hits (Jewel, Sisqó, Macy Gray) to names you would recognize only if you watched “The Voice” (Jordan Smith) to lesser-known local acts.The biggest star power on Monday came courtesy of Connecticut’s Michael Bolton, who grew up in New Haven and raised his kids in Westport. (“He’s the heart of the entire state,” one local venue owner explained.) Bolton, who boasted quite a bit about the state’s pizza, went with a classic Bolton ballad called “Beautiful World,” which he said was about kindness: “Something the world really needs,” he added before belting out the song, accompanied by a gospel choir.Breakout K-pop singer AleXa also captivated the audience with an elaborate set covered in ribbons for “Wonderland.” She acknowledged that because she came from Oklahoma (her mother is from South Korea and her father is from New York, and they met in Tulsa), people probably expected her to break out a guitar and sing a country ballad. For the first five weeks, around 11 acts will perform during each episode — and at the end of the night, a jury (made up of 56 “titans of the music world,” Clarkson said, representing each state and territory) chooses its favorite act to go to the next round. While she does enjoy country music, she said, she discovered K-pop in high school and started releasing music several years ago –— she now performs to big crowds in South Korea.“K-pop is my guilty pleasure!” Snoop Dogg exclaimed after AleXa’s performance. “And now it’s our turn, y’all.”“American Song Contest” will have 56 performers, with one artist from each state, as well as five U.S. territories and the District of Columbia. Eleven of them performed Monday — here’s what to know from the mildly chaotic two-hour premiere:Audiences and a professional ‘jury’ will vote for the winnersUnlike other American singing competitions, this isn’t just audience participation.

The premiere of NBC's "American Song Contest" included an eclectic mix of musical performances, including one from pop icon Michael Bolton.

"The Rhode Island I came from … was a lot rougher. "I know he’s looking down on me and proud of his son." "I think that is a hit record right there," Snoop Dogg added. "You get a lot of love here in Indiana. It’s real close-knit," Skywalkin said. "What a way to kick off the show," Clarkson said. "That voice is so silky smooth," Clarkson gushed after his performance, clutching a Michael Bolton t-shirt in her hands.

Tonight's episode featured 11 of the 56 artists from a number of US states and territories, and their songs also represented a very diverse spectrum of genres.

We will know more about the line-up when the rehearsal teasers are released on Saturday afternoon. When the announcement is made, we will include those results in this article. The act that will be automatically advancing is Rhode Island, guaranteeing him a spot in one of the two semi-finals on April 25th or May 2nd.

The newest singing competition, hosted by Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson, features live new music performances representing all 50 states, five U.S. territories ...

The night concluded with NCIS: Hawai’i (0.5, 4.96M) winning the final hour’s top demo and audience. In the following hour, NCIS (0.5, 6.40M) was stable from the previous week and marked Monday’s most-watched program. With 9-1-1 proper back, Lone Star (0.5, 4.34M) moved to the 9 p.m. hour and was stable. American Idol (0.7, 5.15M) and the return of 9-1-1 on Fox (0.7, 5.11M) were nearly neck-and-neck in both measures and tied as the night’s highest-rated programs. Debuting in the two-hour spot previously filled by America’s Got Talent: Extreme, American Song Contest made an OK first impression earning a 0.5 rating in the 18-49 demo and 2.89 million viewers in fast affiliates. The United States finally got its first look at its own version of the Eurovision with NBC’s American Song Contest, which made a two-hour debut on Monday night.

A fan/audience vote as well as a jury of music experts will choose the winners. Weighted voting ensures that each state has equal voting power. It's not about ...

Keyone Starr is a contestant from Mississippi who is competing on the show. It's not about winning the popular vote, it's about winning as many states as possible, and the system prohibits more populous states like California and Texas from gaining a disproportionate amount of votes. The 'American Song Contest' is inspired by 'Eurovision', one of Europe's most popular reality shows that match artists from several countries against one another.

A new song competition show debuts on NBC on Monday night, and — for the first season — a Cedar Rapids woman is representing the state of Iowa.

Von Presley is a pop-rock artist with years of performances already under her belt. More information about the show can be found through nbc.com and more details about Von Presley can be found at her website alisabethvonpresley.com. Three additional artists will then be selected to advance based on viewer voting.

NBC says, "56 artists, representing the 50 states, five U.S. territories and our nation's capital, who will compete to win the country's vote for the best ...

NBC has an interactive map where you can learn more about each artist.Contestants on the debut episode of "American Song Contest" on NBC on March 21, 2022, will include: top, Yam Haus from Minnesota, bottom left, AleXa from Oklahoma, and bottom right, Jake'O from Wisconsin. How to watch the premiere of ‘American Song Contest’ tonight (3/21/22): time, channel, free live streamContestants on the debut episode of "American Song Contest" on NBC on March 21, 2022, will include: top row from left, Ryan Charles of Wyoming, Kelsey Lamb of Arkansas, Alisabeth Von Presley of Iowa and Keyone Starr of Mississippi. Bottom from left are Michael Bolton of Connecticut, Christian Pagán of Puerto Rico, Hueston of Rhode Island and UG skywalkin of Indiana.“American Song Contest,” hosted by Kelly Clarkson and Snoop Dogg will debut at 8 p.m. Monday, March 21, on NBC. The live singing competition will feature 56 artists representing the 50 states, five U.S. territories and the capital, Washington, D.C. competing to win the country’s vote for the best hit song, NBC said.The artists include “undiscovered talent, up-and-coming new artists, and rising stars to established and legendary icons.“An incredible solo artist, duo, group or band will represent each location and perform a new original song, celebrating the depth and variety of different styles and genres across America.”Atlantic Records will release each week’s new batch of songs beginning Monday, March 21, at 12 a.m. ET.The show is based on “Eurovision Song Contest,” which NBC said has been “organized for 65 years by the European Broadcasting Union and watched by 200 million viewers annually ...”The competition consists of three rounds as the artists compete in a series of qualifying rounds, followed by the semi-finals and the ultimate grand final where one state or territory will win.The Pennsylvania artist is Bri Steves of Philadelphia.Here are the artists competing. NewsChevron that denotes content that can open up. Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Back To NewsPenn State FootballChevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Back To Penn State FootballPSU ReportersChevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Back To PSU ReportersHigh School SportsChevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Back To High School SportsSportsChevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Back To SportsLife & CultureChevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Back To Life & CultureClassifiedsChevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Back To ClassifiedsReal EstateChevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Back To Real EstateConnect With UsChevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Chevron that denotes content that can open up.Back To Connect With Us

The band will be seen competing on NBC's 'American Song Contest' against other music artists to win the title of 'Best Original Song' in the US.

Yam Haus sure does seem like the perfect fit to represent  the North Star state. The phrase is something the four cooked up from their shared ideology of being kind and welcoming to all. Fortunately, their collective diligence transformed this skepticism into eagerness and excitement to put up a brilliant show. The band will be seen competing on NBC's 'American Song Contest' against other music artists to win the title of 'Best Original Song' in the US. The band started in 2017 in Minneapolis, when Zach, Lars, and Seth met in high school. Seth, Jake, and Zach, quit their jobs to finally kickstart what was once a dream.

Josh Kimbowa, also known as UG Skywalkin, is representing Indiana on the the new NBC show. On Monday night he'll perform his original song, "Love in My City ...

There are some incredible entertainers on tonight's debut of America's Song Contest on NBC, and of course, Minnesota is standing behind Yam Hause, the band out of Minneapolis. We met them last week on this very site. A Minneapolis, Minnesota group started ...

Listen On-Demand with the Y105FM app, and on the following podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts It's helped carry Chloe through the more trying times in the ever-changing music business. The oddest entry is, I think, the Alaskan representative. She's as edgy as she is authentic and is an advocate for female empowerment through her music, lyrics, public platforms, and work in area schools. She was raised on a ranch in North Dakota and learned the cowboy way of living - if you get bucked off of a horse, you get right back on. Email mere HERE or chat with me on our app.

Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson showed off their hilarious chemistry in an interview on the TODAY show as they prepare to co-host NBC's "American Song Contest ...

“It works. We never rehearse.” “I feel like me and her spirit is magical,” the rapper said. “He was kind of a pull for me to come and do the show,” she said. “I like that,” the rapper answered. The “Drop It Like It’s Hot” rapper and the “Since U Been Gone” singer may come from completely different genres, but their on-screen chemistry is undeniable.

American Song Contest debuts Monday, March 21, at 7 p.m. central time.

Their single “The Thrill” gathered 948,000 Spotify streams and paved the way for “The Band Is Gonna Make It” EP in 2020. Based on the long-running “Eurovision Song Contest,” the show will last eight weeks and bring on acts from all 50 states, D. C., and five American territories. Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson host the all-live musical event, which kicks off at 7 p.m. on Monday.

Vermont singer-songwriter Josh Panda will take his talent to the big stage in NBC's American Song Contest.

Minnesota gets ignored by national TV a lot, so let's not miss this opportunity to make some noise for Minnesota's entry in America's Song Contest on NBC!'

Listen On-Demand with the Y105FM app, and on the following podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts It's helped carry Chloe through the more trying times in the ever-changing music business. The oddest entry is, I think, the Alaskan representative. She's as edgy as she is authentic and is an advocate for female empowerment through her music, lyrics, public platforms, and work in area schools. She was raised on a ranch in North Dakota and learned the cowboy way of living - if you get bucked off of a horse, you get right back on. Email mere HERE or chat with me on our app.

ABBAhadn't been together for that long when the four musicians stepped onto the stage of the Eurovision Song Contest. But as Agnetha Faltskog and Anni-Frid ...

You can catch episodes the following day on NBC.com, Peacock and Hulu, according to TVguide.com. A similar pattern is followed for the semifinal round.“We all know the modern hits, but so few of us ever get to witness them actually becoming legendary songs,” Isaac Slade, the former member of The Fray who is representing Colorado on the jury, told Variety. “‘American Song Contest’ will give people a front row seat to that moment when those timeless songs first catch fire, right in front of their eyes.“ A combination of public and jury votes determines who moves on in the competition, according to Variety. The jury features 56 people —  one representing each U.S. state and territory — who are involved in the music industry, including songwriters, radio programmers and members of the Recording Academy. At the end of each Qualifying round, the jury immediately advances one artist to the semifinals, considering factors like “artistic expression, hit potential, originality and visual impression,” Variety reported.Viewers then get the chance to weigh in by voting for their favorite songs the following three ways: online at nbc.com/ascvote, through the NBC App and via TikTok, according to Variety.During each week of the Qualifying round, the voting window is open from Monday night to Wednesday morning, Variety reported. What is the show ‘American Song Contest’?The new show “American Song Contest,” premiering Monday night on NBC, features 56 artists competing for the best original song. “I’m really not afraid to be myself — whether that’s a good or a bad thing, I’m not sure,” the country singer said in a 2018 interview. With that breakthrough performance in 1974, ABBA was declared the winner of the Eurovision Song Contest. It’s considered one of the best — if not the best — moments in Eurovision history. “I’m not afraid to be quirky. Since 1956, countries have competed for the best original song through the Eurovision platform. The winners are then revealed in the next episode. “American Song Contest” has three rounds that will take place over eight weeks. Eurovision is coming to America. Which state will produce the best song? Eurovision is coming to America. Which state will produce the best song?

Kelly Clarkson is a coach on 'The Voice' and the host of her daytime TV talk show 'The Kelly Clarkson Show.' Fans are asking if Kelly plans on leaving 'The ...

If and when a new batch of episodes are ordered, the installment would most likely air sometime in the fall of 2022. I mean I have a ton of time in the morning but I don’t know, I’m selfish. Kelly continued: “’Cause they only want to hang out with you for so long and that’s now so I gotta take advantage of that … I’m excited to have more time with them. Kelly Clarkson is adding a new show to her résumé, and though many fans are excited for the American Idol alum, others can’t help but feel a little worried. “I’ve decided this year there’s just [going to] be a couple changes for me that I can’t say here,” she said in the Q&A. “But there’s a couple things happening. First and foremost, the “Since U Been Gone” singer hasn’t mentioned anything about leaving The Voice. Though Kelly hasn’t spoken about a possible departure from the show, she recently hinted that there might be changes in her work schedule.

American Song Contest - Kelly Clarkson and Snoop Dogg hosted 'American Song Contest's first 11 contestants during premiere episode.

Hueston representing Rhode Island is the first performer to move on into the American Song Contest semi finals. On the stage, she sang “Wonderland.” I think she put on one of the best performances of the night in relation to visuals, choreography, and background dancers. Fans can listen to the original songs from tonight’s show on whatever streaming service they use. Alisabeth was the embodiment of her inspirations, Lady Gaga and Pat Benatar when she performed her power anthem “Wonder.” The Wyoming based singer takes pride in the fact that his look is far different from his cowboy western rap sound. He took to the stage singing a brand new song called “Beautiful World.” The 69 year old singer showed that he still has a strong voice. Jake’O represents Wisconsin on American Song Contest. I was taken aback by Jake’O’s resemblance to Elvis Presley. His song “Feel Your Love” is described as nuvo retro. UG Skywalkin’s father wanted him to live the American dream before he passed away, which is why this singer is representing Indiana. He’s been doing music for 10 years in all genres, but he’ll be performing rap in the TV series. They were energetic on the stage and really got the audience going. Michael Bolton is representing Connecticut in the national competition. Clarkson began by reminding audience that this is the only original song talent show on air, while Snoop Dogg promised Grammy level performances. It seems like this format will be kept throughout the entirety of the competition.

NBC's new competition show, American Song Contest, premiered Monday on WRAL with a contestant from North Carolina.

Hosted by Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson, "American Song Contest" features a solo artist, duo, DJ or band from all 50 states. NBC's new competition show, "American Song Contest," premiered Monday on WRAL and will feature an artist from North Carolina. In his official "American Song Contest" biography, Morgan describes his music style as bringing "a blue-collar toughness to country that’s pulled straight from the only life he knows."