AceShowbiz - American Idol Season 24 auditions concluded after four weeks, showcasing a fresh wave of talent heading into Hollywood Week, which this year is set in Nashville. Fans were thrilled to see the return of a familiar face from Season 19, Mary Jo Young, who is back for another chance at stardom.

Mary Jo Young initially caught viewers’ attention in Season 19 when she famously forgot her lyrics during a duet with then-contestant Benson Boone. This week, however, the 24-year-old delivered a flawless performance of her original song, Don't Call Me, impressing all three judges. While Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie were already fans, this marked Carrie Underwood’s first opportunity to witness Young’s talent firsthand, and she offered glowing praise.

Viewers are now wondering if Mary Jo Young can surpass her prior Top 24 finish and make a deeper run this season. Alongside her, several other contestants earned their spots in Hollywood Week during Monday’s final round of auditions.

Among them is Rae, 24, who delivered a spirited rendition of Aretha Franklin’s Natural Woman. Though the judges noted some rough edges, they appreciated her soaring energy and potential. Then there’s Mor, 22, whose heartfelt original song about discovering a photo of his late mother touched the judges deeply. As a talented guitarist, his emotional performance stood out.

Julia Sienna, 20, made a memorable entrance by handcuffing Luke Bryan in response to his tough critique. Yet her softer side shone through in a delicate cover of Connie Talbot’s I Would. Jake Thistle, 21, from New Jersey, impressed with his polite demeanor and confident, growly take on Blind Faith’s Can't Find My Way Home, earning a pass to Hollywood despite mixed reactions.

Landon Hughes, 19, surprised the judges with a unique bluegrass rendition of The Stanley Brothers’ Little Maggie. A college soccer player, Hughes’ unexpected style intrigued the panel, who are eager to see how he adapts to other genres. Meanwhile, Vika, 22, initially stumbled with her audition song but won over the judges by performing an impromptu “Happy Birthday,” proving song choice can make all the difference.

Lastly, 18-year-old Landon McGraw earned praise after the judges encouraged him to tone down his vocal growl, highlighting the importance of versatility in this competition.

As Hollywood Week approaches, anticipation builds to see which of these promising talents will rise to the challenge and capture the coveted title. Fans can now cast their votes for their top five favorite singers from Monday’s episode and follow the journey of these standout contestants.