(L-R) 'American Idol' Host Ryan Seacrest And Judges Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez And Harry Connick Jr.
IN PHOTO: (L-R) Host Ryan Seacrest, judges Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick Jr. of "American Idol" take part in a panel during Fox Broadcasting Company's part of the Television Critics Association (TCA) Winter 2015 presentations in Pasadena, California, January 17, 2015. Reuters/Kevork Djansezian

“American Idol” 2015, aka “American Idol XIV” wrapped up its traditional Hollywood Rounds in Episode 12 (Feb. 12 episode on Fox) with only 48 remaining hopefuls. Daniel Seavey, Loren Lott, Mark Andrew, and Joey Cook seem to be among the judges’ top favourites this year.

Spoiler report: This “American Idol” 2015 update contains some potential spoilers. Read on at your own risk.

“American Idol” 2015 judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban, and Harry Connick, Jr do not always look neutral when it comes to dealing with the Idol hopefuls. JLo, for instance, obviously adores Daniel Seavey. The 15-year-old kid would sound a lot better if he comes back in two years’ time, but the judges just keep on letting him through, seemingly convinced he’s ready to record albums now.

In contrast, Loren Lott, who took on Adele’s “Skyfall” (23rd James Bond film OST) is an understandable judges’ favourite in American Idol 2015. Lott’s solo performance in the Feb. 12 episode would keep her away from the infamous “Bottom 3” if the show were already in the public voting phase.

Mark Andrew Pudas, who was on Team Shakira in NBC’s “The Voice,” was not particularly impressive on American Idol Season 14, Episode 12. The judges let him through, saying the quality of his voice deserves another chance.

Joey Cook is also among the judges’ favourites in American Idol Season 14. Keith Urban said during her audition that she’s got the best voice (so far into the day) at the time. Cook has messed up her lyrics a couple of times during the Hollywood Rounds, but the judges are letting her through for sheer belief in her voice.

Unconfirmed reports say Daniel Seavey, Loren Lott, Mark Andrew, and Joey Cook are all part of American Idol 2015 Top 24. Some reports, however, are saying Mark Andrew is not yet officially part of the trimmed down contestants for public voting.

Another favourite in “American Idol” Season 14 is Quentin Alexander, whose wardrobe never fails to impress the judges. Jennifer Lopez even volunteers to take his coat for him during what the show calls an “Idol moment.” Quentin is reportedly part of the Top 24, too.

Here are some of the AI 14x12 clips, as posted by American Idol (verified) on YouTube:

American Idol 2015: Daniel Seavey in Hollywood Solos – Episode 12 (‘I See Fire’ by Ed Sheeran)

American Idol 2015: Joey Cook in Hollywood Solos – Episode 12 (‘Across The Universe’ by The Beatles)

In the next episode of “American Idol” 2015, the Top 48 will perform live at the famous House of Blues in Los Angeles. This Hollywood Week extension is a new portion in the popular reality-based singing show.

“American Idol” 2015 airs Wednesdays and Thursdays on Fox.

Let us know your thoughts on “American Idol” Season 14. For questions/comments regarding the article, you may email the writer at a.paredes@ibtimes.com.au.

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