‘American Song Contest’ premieres on March 21. Learn more about the show and find out more about the first 11 contestants.
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‘American Song Contest’: See Photos Of The Show
Chris Haston/Dave Bjerke/NBC ‘American Song Contest’ is based on the worldwide phenomenon ‘Eurovision Song Contest.’ The U.S. version premieres on March 21 with Kelly Clarkson and Snoop Dogg serving as the host of the live show. ‘American Song Contest’ will feature live original musical performances, representing all 50 states, five U.S. territories, and our nation’s capital. The cast will be competing to win the country’s vote for the best hit song.
The 56 artists include undiscovered talent, up-and-coming new artists, and legendary icons. A solo artist, duo, group, or band will represent each location and perform a new original song, celebrating the depth and variety of different styles and genres across America.
The show will be an eight-week live competition consists of three rounds as the artists compete in a series of Qualifying Rounds, followed by the Semi-Finals and the ultimate Grand Final where one state or territory will emerge as the winner. See more photos of the cast in our gallery now.
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Michael Bolton
Chris Haston/NBC Michael Bolton is a beloved artist best known for songs like ‘When A Man Loves a Woman’ and more. He has won two Grammys over the course of his career.
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Christian Pagán
Chris Haston/NBC Christian Pagán is a singer, songwriter, and musician from Puerto. He is also an actor.
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Hueston
Chris Haston/NBC Hueston was born in Rhode Island. After being the frontman for The Blancos, he has since gone solo.
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Keyone Starr
Chris Haston/NBC Keyone Starr is from Mississippi and now lives in Georgia. She is a Grammy-nominated artist.
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Jake’O
Chris Haston/NBC Jake’O is a vocalist, guitarist, and more from Plain, Wisconsin. He created the term ‘Nuvo-Retro’ to describe his sound.
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Ryan Charles
Chris Haston/NBC Ryan Charles is a Western rapper from Wyoming. He now lives in Nashville.
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Kelsey Lamb
Chris Haston/NBC Kelsey Lamb is a country singer from Little Rock, Arkansas. She currently lives in Nashville.
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Alisabeth Von Presley
Chris Haston/NBC Alisabeth Von Presley is a pop-rock artist from Iowa. She’s rocking bright pink hair on ‘American Song Contest.’
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AleXa
Chris Haston/NBC AleXa is a K-pop singer, dancer, and songwriter. She was born in Oklahoma but has moved to South Korea.
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Yam Haus
Chris Haston/NBC Yam Haus is an indie-pop band based out of Minnesota. Their band members are Lars Pruitt, Seth Blum, Zach Beinlich, and Jake Felstow.
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UG Skywalkin
Chris Haston/NBC UG Skywalkin’s real name is Josh Kimbowa. He was born in Uganda but now lives in Indiana.
