American Idol season 23 continues as the Top 10 contestants perform songs celebrating Iconic Women of Music. Country music star Miranda Lambert mentors the contestants.

American Idol will broadcast LIVE COAST TO COAST. Fans can vote for their favorites in REAL TIME. But act fast. After the Top 10 perform, the Top 8 will be revealed at the end of the episode! Judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan are on the panel. Ryan Seacrest hosts.

Viewers can cast their votes at idolvote.abc.com, the American Idol official phone app or via Text message (Text the contestant’s number to 21523). Voting begins at the BEGINNING of the broadcast. Fans can submit up to ten (10) votes for each contestant per voting method for a total of 30 votes for each contestant. Voting closes after the last commercial break.

Top 8 Results: Who Got Through — And Who Didn’t

Ryan Seacrest returned after the final commercial break, when voting closed, with all 10 contestants standing at center stage to find out who went through. Here’s who made it after 22 million votes:

• BREANNA NIX
• MATTIE PRUITT
• JAMAL ROBERTS
• JOHN FOSTER
• JOSH KING
• GABBY SAMONE
• SLATER NALLEY
• THUNDERSTORM ARTIS

That means Canaan James Hill and Kolbi Jordan — both Platinum Ticket winners after their auditions — are going home.

John Foster – Something to Talk About by Bonnie Raitt

John reveals that Miranda was his first crush. And he flirts with her! Miranda helps John stage manage his performance.

He’s bringing more personality to this performance than usual. It’s subtle, but he’s bringing his own twist to the song. Halfway through the song he picks up the mic to interact with the audience, AND EVEN THE CAMERA. Oh boy, the girlies are going to love that. His easygoing style and confidence tonight are infectious.

Carrie says “You are the one that we have watched grow the most. You feel more comfortable. Keep leaning into that. Keep getting loose.” Luke says, “Your charisma meter is peaking off the charts.” His cousins are in the audience. Lionel points out a little girl in the audience and says “potential fan in the audience.” He explains his ear tug. It’s a message to people back home – Text 13 to 21523

Kolbi Jordan – The Chain by Fleetwood Mac

Kolbi chose the song to “shock people” She felt Arehta or Patti would be too obvious. Miranda is full of compliments for Kolbi. Her only advice is to “hold back” when appropriate.

Kolbi is in trouble this week according to her low Facebook views. It’s smart to step out of the box this week. Sporting a sparkled cowboy hat, she brings an earthy soul vibe to the classic 70s hit. She took Miranda’s advice and incorporates a slow build. She saves her best wails for last.

Luke says, “I loved your attitude, your mannerisms. Your personality is amazing. We got to see a lot of your personality in this performance. ” Lionel says, “You scared ME to death! You had that gangster look.” He likes her stage presence and confidence. Carrie calls it a “great moment.” She loved the “curve ball.” – Text 3 to 21523

Josh King – Rolling in the Deep by Adele

Miranda calls Josh quirky, but all over the place. She asked him to “pull it back a click.” She urges him to “go bluesy.” He calls blues music his foundation.

He’s performing behind the piano and his flip of this song is working for him, including his bluesy, raspy vocals. He grabs the mic to perform a harmonic solo. How has NOBODY made the obvious comparisons between Josh and season 5 winner Taylor Hicks? Josh is in it to win it.

Lionel says, “I have never seen someone go for the arsenal.” He loves Josh’s energy. Carrie says, “Everyone is singing for their lives! Everybody is bringing their A game.” Luke says, “I love seeing you fighting. You are leaving it all out there.” – Text 21 to 21523

Breanna Nix – Water Under the Bridge by Adele

Breanna was deciding between two songs. Miranda helped her choose “Water Under the Bridge.” The two then conducted a “sass” exercise before she hit the stage with a sassy song.

The song isn’t “sassy” exactly. Sassy is not a descriptor of Adele! But the song is midtempo, but still allows Breanna to find her big moments, including a big key change and an almost whistle tone. She’s hitting all the notes tonight.

Carrie says, “This was the right song choice for sure. I feel like everybody is trying different things tonight. A perfect moment for you.” Luke says, “It was like an Adele vibes moment.” He especially liked the back half of the song. “Perfectly well done.” Lionel says, “You turn it into your song. You know how to get to a note and choke it to death!” – Text 9 to 21523

Canaan James Hill – Love Wins by Carrie Underwood

It’s the first time Canaan is singing a secular song. Although “Love Wins” can be sung like a Gospel song. Miranda helps Canaan push himself and boost his confidence.

Technically, “Love Wins” is a “secular” song, but with it’s message of love and understanding, it can be sung from a spiritual place. In the end it’s not a big departure from what he’s accomplished with big gospel songs. Canaan is an amazing singer, but he needs to lighten up. SMILE a little! Love is a good thing!

Luke says, “You got through it! It was nice to see you challenge yourself. Always continue to push yourself.” Lionel says, “You made that song a great storytelling moment. What the world needs now is more messages like that.” Carrie says, “Everytime you say the word love, you can say the word God.” – Text 16 to 21523

Thunderstorm Artis – When We Were Young by Adele

This week, Thunderstorm will accompany himself on piano. Miranda worried that he’d sing as if he was in his own world. She likes that he’s committed to making the song his own.

Thunderstorm started off strong in the competition, but has lost steam the last couple of weeks. Can he get that momentum back? I’m not sure what the problem is. Every time he takes the stage, he displays originality and passion. He’s a unique and compelling stylist.

Lionel says, “You make cool cool. You have a way of taking us down to a solid viewers point of you. I’m so in love with what you just did.” Carrie says, “I just got really scared. You people need to vote out there.” Luke says, “You are amazingly crafty with how you deliver the songs. That was my favorite performance you’ve every done. Such a pro.” Thunderstorm also got compliments from Miranda. The producers are giving his a little extra support this week. – Text 23 to 21523

Slater Nalley – Whoever’s in New England by Reba McEntire

Slater grew up listening to Miranda. Miranda suggests that Slater raise the key, and if the hight note is too much, it’s not necessary. Slater is not sure how he’ll sing the end.

The singers are bringing their A games this week. It’s going to be a painful week for eliminations, as Slater strips it back and shows off his vulnerability and his raspy twang. There is a reason he started off the competition strong. Tonight he’s reminding viewers why they love him. Oh he went for the high note! Swinging for the fences.

Carrie says, “Great song choice. You went for it. I think it paid off.” Luke says it’s important to keep audiences guessing. “What a cool move, picking that song, playing guitar.” Lionel says, “What you did is understood how you got here. Just be you. It’s fantastic.” Miranda is real proud of Slater. – Text 11 to 21523

Jamal Roberts – Undo It by Carrie Underwood

He considers Carrie a “strong woman.” He loves the chorus. Miranda stresses that he needs to put his own spin on it. He’s leaving the “uh uh uh” to the background singers. But Miranda helps him bring more of the chorus into his performance.

Jamal never disappoints. Tonight is no different. He plays off the background singers during the chorus, which was a smart decision. It adds more heft to the performance. He’s owning the stage as he adds his own growly adlibs. He’s literally standing in line with the background vocalists as he finishes the song. Very well staged.

Luke tosses his hat to Carrie to wear. Lionel says, “You are mesmerising and I love it.” Carrie notes some missed lyrics but says “WHO CARES.” I didn’t even notice. Her fans probably did. – Text 12 to 21523

Mattie Pruitt – The House That Built Me by Miranda Lambert

Miranda sang her song with her. She’ll be playing guitar for the first time in front of a live audience. Miranda supports Mattie pushing herself and taking risks.

Mattie performs the song, sitting on a stool. She’s another contestant who started off strong, but has faded somewhat. She’s barely 16 and although she has a strong voice and unique tone, she hasn’t the experience to use what she’s got to the fullest. Tonight, she keeps the vocal simple, yet allows herself to show off her raspy alto. It’s one of her best performances. She’s crying by the end.

Lionel says, “You held your emotions perfectly. We felt every moment of that.” Carrie says, “That was really quite brilliant. I’m trying to hold my own tears in.” Luke calls it “huge growth.” He adds, “It helps you do things emotionally you haven’t done yet.” Miranda is also moved to tears. “I wanted to see Mattie, and I saw you. – Text 22 to 21523

Gabby Samone – I Was Here by Beyonce

Gabby blew Miranda away. Gabby has a hard time with confidence. She experienced homeless and depression. Miranda went through the same things. “I don’t cry all that much,” Miranda says about her reaction to Gabby in rehearsal.

Gabby brings an elegant theatricality to all of her performances, but she’s always tasteful, even while she brings the belty high notes. She performs like a STAR right now.

Carrie says “wow” and “vote.” Luke notes her growth. Lionel also begs America to vote. – Text 6 to 21523