Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), known professionally as Katy Perry, is an American singer, songwriter, and television judge. After singing in church during her childhood, she pursued a career in gospel music as a teenager.
Perry signed with Red Hill Records and released her debut studio album Katy Hudson under her birth name in 2001, which was commercially unsuccessful. She moved to Los Angeles the following year to venture into secular music after Red Hill ceased operations and she subsequently began working with producers Glen Ballard, Dr. Luke, and Max Martin.
After adopting the stage name Katy Perry and being dropped by The Island Def Jam Music Group and Columbia Records, she signed a recording contract with Capitol Records in April 2007.
Dillon James Gets Big Smiles From ‘American Idol’ Judges With Original Song
etcanada.comIt seems Dillon James did enough to impress the “American Idol” judges. RELATED: Louis Knight Brings Mom To Tears With Emotional ‘American Idol’ Solo The country singer performed an original song called “Tierra Dulce” during the solo round of Hollywood Week.
The judges’ feedback was not included in the video, but all three applauded. Lionel Richie had a big smile on his face, as did Katy Perry. “It’s pretty shocking that I’m here still.
Right now I’m just trying to stay calm. This is probably the most important audition for me of the week because I’m playing an original song,” James, 26, explained. “I just want to do it justice.” RELATED: Katy Perry Comforts ‘American Idol’ Contestant When he isn’t impressing big Hollywood stars with his
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