American Idol

Viewers embark on a nationwide search across Los Angeles, Nashville and the judges' hometowns to find the next singing sensation.

The judges and host Ryan Seacrest take a special walk down memory lane in their hometowns while auditions in search of the most talented singers and musicians continue.

Talented hopefuls inch one step closer to Hollywood stardom as they audition for the judges; viewers get a glimpse into the judges' own beginnings with memorable trips to their hometowns.

Superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie share where their own dreams began with trips to their hometowns, bringing heart, laughter and antics to another round of auditions in search of the next American Idol.

The stakes are high in the final round of auditions; aspiring superstars perform in hopes of advancing to Hollywood Week.

It's Hollywood Week and the pressure is on for the finalists.