Episode
American Idol: 813 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)
Overview
With guidance from an award-winning guest mentor, the Top 14 take on iconic songs from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends as America votes live for the Top 12.
Details
- Series
- American Idol
- Season
- Season 8
- Episode
- Episode 13
- Air date
- 2025-04-27
- Runtime
- 85 min
Episode context
813 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame) is Episode 13 in Season 8 of American Idol. It aired on 2025-04-27. The runtime is 85 min.
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Episode 12: 812 (Top 14 Reveal)
The Top 14 are revealed as the finalists return to the stage with powerful, emotional live performances from Hollywood.
Episode 14: 814 (Iconic Idol Moments)
The Top 12 perform unforgettable songs inspired by iconic "American Idol" moments, honoring the show's legendary history. Season three winner Fantasia returns to the "Idol" stage, and artist in residence Jelly Roll joins our live studio audience.
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Episode 16: 816 (Judge's Song Contest)
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Episode 17: 817 (Disney Night #1)
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Episode 8: 808 (Head to Head)
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Episode 18: 818 (Disney Night #2)
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Episode 7: 807 (Hollywood Week: Showstopper)
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Episode 19: 819 (Grand Finale)
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