ABC has announced that Grammy-winning superstar Ciara will mentor the Top 7 on American Idol this Sunday, May 5. She’ll coach the contestants through a theme night close to her heart — “Songs That Make Me Wanna Dance.

Grammy-award-winning Christian music artist Mandisa has died. K-Love Radio reported Mandisa, whose full name was Mandisa Hundley, died at her Nashville home on April 18 at age 47. A cause of death has not been released.

The singer gained prominence as a contestant on the fifth season of “American Idol” in 2006, where she finished in ninth place.

Here’s a breakdown of the top eight round — and how to vote for your favorite singer. What happens during the ‘American Idol’ top 8 round? During Monday night’s episode,

The “American Idol” Top 10 hit the stage singing songs from their birth year on Sunday night, with host Ryan Seacrest revealing the Top 8 in front of judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. So,

The Top 8 perform songs selected anonymously by judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan in hopes of making the Top 7.

Mia Matthews, KAYKO and Emily Russell made up the bottom three after the 10 contestants had been mentored by Shania Twain.

With American Idol season 22 making it to week 10, the number of contestants has been reduced to 8, from the initial 24 the show started with. The two to be sent home in this episode were Mia Matthews and KAYKO,

The quest for the newest music star continued on American Idol, which featured performances from the Top 10 that were reviewed by judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan and ultimately decided by viewers’ votes.