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.
Willie Spence Gets A Standing Ovation After Performing Beyoncé’s ‘I Was Here’ On ‘American Idol’
etcanada.comWillie Spence brought the “American Idol” judges to their feet thanks to his breathtaking performance on Monday night’s show.
The singer took on Beyoncé’s “I Was Here” during the all-new Showstopper round. RELATED: Beane Gets A Standing Ovation On ‘American Idol’ After Belting Out Epic Marvin Gaye Cover ‘Willie!
So powerful, so deliberate,” gushed Lionel Richie after the talented performer wrapped up on stage. It was then up to the judges to decide whether or not Spence would be progressing through to the Top 24.
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