2 ‘American Idol’ contestants eliminated as Top 8 revealed: Who shined on ‘Ladies’ Night’?

Tonight on American Idol, country superstar Miranda Lambert mentors the Top 10 contestants as they celebrate iconic women in music. Following feedback from judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan, America votes live for the Top 8.

After the Top 10 perform, host Ryan Seacrest “dims the lights” as two hopefuls are eliminated.

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Lambert will also hit the stage to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her platinum-selling album Kerosene. The Grammy winner marked the milestone with a special vinyl re-release of the two-decade-old album on April 25, featuring the previously unreleased track “I Don’t Love Here Anymore.” Lambert earned a nomination for Best Female Country Vocal Performance for Kerosene‘s title track in 2007, but coincidentally lost to Carrie Underwood for “Jesus, Take the Wheel.” That same year, Underwood also won Best New Artist, securing the first two of her eight career Grammys.

The “Ladies’ Night” episode of American Idol airs live coast-to-coast on Sunday, May 4 (8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT). Follow along with our live blog below to see each performance. Plus, vote for your favorite in our poll once the entire Top 10 has performed!

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8 p.m. — Previously, on American Idol: The Top 10 finalists were announced on April 28 after celebrating “Iconic Idol Moments.” Jamal Roberts (“Heal”), John Foster (“I Told You So”), and Gabby Samone (“A Song for You”) won Gold Derby’s poll as your favorite performers. Ché (“Dancing on My Own”) and Filo (“And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going”) were eliminated.

John Foster

Age: 18

Hometown: Addis, La.

Performance: “Something to Talk About” by Bonnie Raitt

Carrie’s comments: “You are the one we have watched grow the most throughout this entire process. Every single time you step on the stage you feel more comfortable.”

Lionel’s comments: N/A

Luke’s comments: “Your charisma meter is peaking off the charts right now.”

Kolbi Jordan

Age: 26

Hometown: Tulsa, Okla.

Performance: “The Chain” by Fleetwood Mac

Carrie’s comments: “This was a really great moment for you. The song choice was perfect. Throwing us curveballs like this? Well done!”

Lionel’s comments: “You scared me to death! That is what I love the most — your stage presence.”

Luke’s comments: “I loved your attitude, your character, your mannerisms. Your personality is really amazing.”

Josh King

Age: 24

Hometown: Charlotte, N.C.

Performance: “Rolling in the Deep” by Adele

Carrie’s comments: “Everybody’s bringing their A-game tonight and you are no exception.”

Lionel’s comments: “You found that audience and you brought them to you! Congratulations!”

Luke’s comments: “I loved seeing you fighting and seeing you challenging yourself. You are truly leaving it all out there.”

8:35 p.m. — Miranda Lambert hit the stage to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her album Kerosene and performed the title track.

Breanna Nix

Age: 25

Hometown: Denton, Texas

Performance: “Water Under the Bridge” by Adele

Carrie’s comments: “This was the right song choice for sure. This was a perfect moment for you.”

Lionel’s comments: “You know how to get to a note and choke it to death!”

Luke’s comments: “When you got to the back half of that song — you just really have an incredible voice.”

Canaan James Hill

Age: 17

Hometown: Dallas

Performance: “Love Wins” by Carrie Underwood

Carrie’s comments: “You should never worry about messing up the words because you have that super power in your back pocket.”

Lionel’s comments: “I love the way you interpreted that song. What the world needs now are more messages like that.”

Luke’s comments: “You got through it. It was nice to see you challenge yourself.”

Thunderstorm Artis

Age: 29

Hometown: Haleiwa, Hawaii

Performance: “When We Were Young” by Adele

Carrie’s comments: “I love it when you sing emotional, sweet songs. People need to vote! Don’t let them go home!”

Lionel’s comments: “You make cool, cool. I’m so in love with what you just did.”

Luke’s comments: “Your ability to hold the room — you are amazingly crafty with how you deliver songs. That was my favorite performance you’ve ever done.”

Slater Nalley

Age: 18

Hometown: Atlanta

Performance: “Whoever’s in New England” by Reba McEntire

Carrie’s comments: “Great song choice. That has such a beautiful melody. “

Lionel’s comments: “You got here by being you. Just be you! It’s fantastic. Believe in yourself.”

Luke’s comments: “I would have never pegged you to attempt that song. When you can keep fans guessing…you can have a long career. What a cool move by picking that song.”

9:30 p.m. — The reigning American Idol, Abi Carter, returned to perform her new single “Burned.”

Jamal Roberts

Age: 27

Hometown: Meridian, Miss.

Performance: “Undo It” by Carrie Underwood

Carrie’s comments: “That was so much fun!”

Lionel’s comments: “You are mesmerizing and I love it!”

Luke’s comments: N/A