Iam Tongi is already a fan-favorite on this 21st season of ABC’s American Idol .
Music and song was a force that connected the pair. “When Iam’s dad passed away,” the contestant’s mom says in a package, “he didn’t wanna sing anymore. He kept saying that every time he sings, he could hear his dad backing up.
Iam Tongi Notches Spot in Top 24 on 'American Idol'
Iam Tongi gave new meaning to Simon & Garfunkel’s “ The Sound of Silence ” with his powerful cover on American Idol .
With just an acoustic guitar, piano and his heartfelt voice, Tongi cast a hush over the captivated crowd with the classic tune.
'American Idol': Katy Perry reveals top 24 will be expanded to top 26
Tongi stood out with his haunting rendition of the folk-rock classic, which brought Perry to tears. "Your showstopping song was a brilliant pick. It made the room go silent," she said. "It gave more depth, more color, more layers to who you are."
Before Wilson and Stough could bid the judges farewell, Perry had a surprise for the singers: they would be joining Tongi in the newly expanded top 26.
'American Idol' top 24 includes Upstate NY singer - and a twist - syracuse.com
Matt Wilson, a 21-year-old R&B singer from Buffalo, N.Y., competes on "American Idol" season 21. (ABC video still)
A singer from Upstate New York made the " American Idol " top 24 — though there are technically 26 contestants in the semifinals this season, thanks to a new twist.
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