American Idol

WBKR's American Idol expert, Steve Thompson is here. Taking a look at last night's episode featuring the top ten, Steve rates 'em in this countdown.

I think we can all agree American Idol is a whole new ball game this year. Forget the judges' drama and the contestants you thought might make it through to the Top 20, the voting process is getting a very big upgrade.

We all watched our hometown girl Jenny Beth Willis sing her heart out on American Idol over the past few weeks. And, we were all sad when she got sent home last week. This morning, she was set to return to the real world of a high school student at Owensboro Catholic High. When the school contacted us about helping out her "Welcome Back" party, we were more than happy to join in the fun!

This is unbelievably exciting.  17-year-old Jenny Beth Willis of Owensboro has made the Top 40 of American Idol!  Last night, the Top 20 guys and the Top 20 girls were revealed and Jenny Beth is still in the mix.  I had a chance to chat with her about her whirlwind Idol experience and what's next for the remaining Idol hopefuls.  Check out my exclusive interview with Jenny Beth arranged courtesy o

Owensboro's Jenny Beth Willis is just one song away from American Idol's Top 40!  Last night, Jenny Beth survived two rounds in Hollywood.  She survived the initial cut with her rendition of "How Do I Live," then escaped the group round with a group of gals named Raisin' Kane!  Watch Jenny Beth and her partners tear through "Sin Wagon" by the Dixie Chicks!