Congrats to John Park and Andrew Garcia on making the top 24 contestants for American Idol Season 9. Here’s a little more on both contestants:

John Park and Andrew Garcia make top 24 on American Idol Season 9

Top 24 semifinalist John Park talks about being different and having a voice. He left Northwestern to chase his American Idol dream. If you see him around, you can call him JP.

Q&A with John Park

Question: Do you have any formal singing training?

Answer: I took voice lessons for 1 year before college.

Question: When did you first start to sing?

Answer: 7th grade choir.

Question: Do you have a favorite quote or personal motto?

Answer: “Smile, though your heart is aching, smile, even though it’s breaking…

Favorite Female Artist: Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Christina Aguilera, Joss Stone, Theresa Andersson

Favorite Male Artist: Stevie Wonder, John Mayer, Jason Mraz, Jamie Cullum, John Legend.

Top 24 contestant Andrew Garcia will miss his son while he’s on the show. This guy gets his talent from his dad. He’s also got breakdancing skills.

Q&A with Andrew Garcia

Question: Do you have any formal singing training?

Answer: No

Question: When did you first start to sing?

Answer: 5 years ago

Question: Do you have a favorite quote or personal motto?

Answer: Live for today

Favorite Female Artist: Adele, Charice Pempengco, Beyonce, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys

Favorite Male Artist: Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Jamie Foxx, Smokie Norful, Musiq Soulchild

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