Summary
- Colin Stough, who finished third on American Idol season 21, has been busy with new music releases and touring since the show ended.
- Colin will release his latest EP, Lookin' For Home, in July 2024, which features six songs, and he's been performing at various venues around the country.
- Colin moved to Nashville, Tennessee, and got engaged to his girlfriend, Mckenzie Rhett.
American Idol season 21 contestant Colin Stough, who placed third behind winner Iam Tongi and runner-up Megan Danielle, has been very busy since the show ended. Colin was 18 years old when he auditioned for American Idol. The HVAC technician from Amory, Mississippi auditioned with Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Simple Man," and received three votes of yes from the judges, Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan, which meant that he received a golden ticket to Hollywood.
Throughout American Idol season 21, Colin showed a lot of growth and tremendous vocal talent, making it all the way to the finale. Some of his performance highlights were "Midnight Train to Memphis" by The SteelDrivers, "Dancing on My Own" by Robyn, "It's Been Awhile" by Staind, "Stupid Boy" by Keith Urban, and "Either Way" by Lee Ann Womack. In addition, during the season, Colin released a single, "I Still Talk to Jesus," which was a great success for him. Since American Idol season 21 ended, Colin has continued to further his music career and also experienced a major milestone in his personal life.
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Colin Stough Has Released Music
Colin Has Two EPs & Several Singles
Since Colin's incredible run on American Idol season 21, he has released new music. In an October 2023 Instagram post, Colin announced the release of his EP, Promiseland. He wrote, "I’m so excited, man. This EP represents who I am and where I’m from. It speaks to my life these past few years and has become a source of comfort for me... Maybe that’s why I called it 'Promiseland,' and I hope it can be that for you too." In another Instagram post, Colin revealed that the EP features six songs including "Promiseland," "Lonely Hour," "'Til the Day One Does," "If Not For Me," "Shoulda Called Her," and "Sleep Tonight."
Colin's first single, "I Still Talk To Jesus," was released during American Idol season 21. Colin has also released an acoustic single of "Dancing On My Own," which he performed on the show, along with another single, "Bad Day," as well as his own version of Elvis Presley's Christmas classic, "Blue Christmas." Colin has not only made classic songs his own, but he's introduced the world to his own music as well.
Colin has also released his latest singles, "Sober" and "Makes Two Of Us." Both songs are included on his new EP, Lookin' For Home, which will be released on July 12, 2024. He co-wrote all six songs on the EP, including "Boat Somewhere," "Makes Two of Us," "Amen," "Sober," "Outside Lookin' In," and "Lookin' For Home." Colin is really excited about his new EP, and also very proud of the work that he's put into it.
Colin Stough Has Been On Tour
Colin Performed at CMA Fest 2024
Colin has been touring consistently since American Idol season 21 wrapped filming. Colin's shows are listed on his official website. Colin has had many tour dates around the country, including a performance at the Hard Rock stage at the 2024 CMA Fest, which he announced on Instagram.
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Colin Stough Moved To Nashville, Tennessee
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In an August 2023 Instagram post, Colin announced that he moved to Nashville, Tennessee after American Idol season 21. He wrote, "I have to give all glory to the good lord. A year ago today I was working a full time job and also doing things on the side. Now I'm living in Nashville doing music full time." Colin moved to Nashville from Amory, Mississippi. In his post, he thanked everyone who ed him, including his fans.
Colin Stough Appeared At The American Idol Season 22 Auditions
Colin Sang With The Singing Barber Noah Peters
Colin made an appearance during the American Idol season 22 auditions when he ed Noah Peters, who's also known as The Singing Barber, during his try-out. Noah said that he sings better when he's cutting hair, so Colin came in the room for a haircut. Not only did Noah give Colin a haircut, but they also sang a duet of "Broken Halos" by Chris Stapleton. It was great to see Colin return to the show to Noah and pay it forward by helping another contestant follow his dreams.
Colin Got Engaged To Girlfriend Mckenzie Rhett
Mckenzie Is Also From Mississippi
In a June 2024 Instagram post, Colin shared a carousel of pictures from their engagement photo shoot. In his caption, Colin wrote, "Only God knew that a pretty little angel would end up with a tatted up cowpoke. I love you and this life with you and I can’t wait for the miles and the memories we will have to my best friend and my life partner. Let’s get married."
According to The Dispatch, in 2019, Mckenzie was crowned Miss Junior Teen Mississippi United States 2019 when she was 16 years old. Her platform was Jump Up for Diabetes, which educates kids about the disease and how to make healthy food and exercise choices. Like Colin, she's from Mississippi, from the city of Columbus.
Colin has been a fan favorite since his American Idol audition because of his outstanding vocal talent and good-natured personality. He's already had a lot of success, and it will surely continue as the years go by. Now he'll begin a new chapter of his life with his fiancée, Mckenzie, by his side. Fans should continue to expect big things from Colin.
American Idol season 22 is available to stream on Hulu.
Sources: Colin Stough/Instagram, Colin Stough/Instagram, Colin Stough/Official Website, Colin Stough/Instagram, Colin Stough/Instagram, Colin Stough/Instagram, Colin Stough/Instagram, The Dispatch
American Idol
- Release Date
- 2002 - 2016-00-00
- Showrunner
- Nigel Lythgoe
- Franchise(s)
- American Idol
Cast
Brian Dunkleman
WHERE TO WATCH
American Idol is a reality singing competition that adds to the international "Idol" brand, conceived initially in the U.K. as Pop Idol. Holding massive auditions across the U.S., American Idol invited several contestants to perform in front of a of judges that would determine whether or not they'd go on to future rounds for a chance at competing in the fully televised premiere of the show. Contestants are voted off each week by American participation via voting through various mediums, and the winner of the competition would be given a contract with a record label to secure a future as America's next musical idol.
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