Idol Chatter & Voice Views

We didn’t get a chance to meet many of the talented singers who made it to Hollywood on American Idol.

So I’ve compiled a series of blogs about them, based on their Road to Hollywood videos and music they’ve posted.

For a complete look at the contestants we missed, head here.

Melissa Ruhle

Melissa is another contestant returning to Hollywood for the second time in Season 12. “I want to prove that last year was just because I wasn’t ready yet,” the gal from Olympia, Wash., says. “This year, I’m ready to shine.” She apparently breezed through the audition with four yes votes for Hollywood, but she says she’s also looking forward to getting more feedback from the judges. “Each one of them has an ear for music. They’re a great team. I can’t wait until they give me more advice.” Her favorite past Idol contestants are Adam Lambert and Carrie Underwood. They’re tied, she says, because both put their all into every performance.

“What is and What Never Should Be” (with the Revolving Doors)