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flag Australian singer Sheldon Riley advanced to Hollywood Week on American Idol with a standout performance of "Brother."

flag Sheldon Riley, a 26-year-old Australian singer, earned a spot in Hollywood Week on American Idol after a powerful performance of “Brother” by Matt Corby. flag He shared his journey from performing in costumes and masks on Australian TV, which brought fame but led to self-doubt, to reclaiming his authenticity after a two-year break. flag Judges Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood, and Lionel Richie praised his vulnerability, talent, and stage presence, with Bryan calling the performance “crazy unbelievable.” The episode aired on ABC on Monday nights and streams on Hulu the next day. flag In other news, Luke Bryan has been confirmed for the 2026 iHeartCountry Festival in Austin, Texas, set for May 2, with live broadcast on iHeartCountry stations and the iHeartRadio app.

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