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Forty contestants were sent home after round one in Hollywood. Now 170 singers are vying for a spot in the top 36, and for opportunity to become the next "American Idol."

For this round of competition, contestants have a choice. They can perform solo, sing with a band and back-up singers, and if they chose, play an instrument.

From Hollywood Week surprises to the new decision to add musical instruments, American Idol's seventh season is unlike any other. But are all the surprises good ones?

It was a rough start to Hollywood week according to new judge Kara DioGuardi. Bombarded by nerves, many contestants struggled to find their voices.

Who got airtime and who got snubbed? American Idol auditions laid the foundation for some of the top 24. Who will benefit from their early recognizability.

American Idol has lost some of its steam after seven seasons. The reality show is undergoing some major changes and some minor tweaks for its eighth run.

Idol contestant Allison Iraheta's stand-out, vibrant red-violet hair is easy to get with professional salon help. Unfortunately, it can't be done properly at home.

American Idol Top 6: Show Loses Kristy Lee Cook of Oregon: Will the winner be David Archuleta, Carly Smithson, Jason Castro, Syesha Mercado, Brooke White, or David Cook?

Jeanine Mason became the second female to win "So You Think You Could Dance," and she also followed a familiar script.

"I need everybody on their feet!", 5th place American Idol contestant, Matt Giraud said to the crowd in San Jose, CA as he approached the stage like a true showman.

The male and female singers who receive the most votes will go on to the next round. Plus the person who scores the third highest votes goes on too!

On Tuesday, March 3, 12 hopefuls from American Idol 8's top 36 will be performing for audience votes. Here are brief profiles on the Group 3 contestants.

The American Idol talent show top 24 contestants are picked and Fox T.V.'s American Idol Season 7 has begun. Here is information about the 2008 singers.