Noah Thompson and Colin Stough to Embark on USA Leg Tour

Noah Thompson and Colin Stough shared the stage for a duet at CMA Fest 50th anniversary in Nashville on June 10.

 

Between Thompson's performance and Chevy Vibes, he surprised the crowd by bringing his friend, American Idol Season 21 runner-up Stough, to sing a duet. Together, the duo delivered a rock cover of the Band Of Heathens hit, "Hurricane." 

 

After their performance, Colin Stough immediately posted a video of their duet on social media while expressing his gratitude to Thompson for allowing him to join him on stage.

 

"I had a blast this morning with my beautiful wife @noahthompsonmusic thank you all<img draggable="false" role="img" class="emoji" alt="❤️" src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/svg/2764.svg">," Stough wrote on Instagram after his amazing performance with the hashtags: #cmafest #chevy #mississippi #living #music. "I had a terrible time at the CMAs," Sough later added. “It's crazy to think how much my life has changed in the past year, from high school to this. Thank you fans, and thank God for all the blessings.<img draggable="false" role="img" class="emoji" alt="❤️" src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/svg/2764.svg">" 

 

Thompson, who won 20 seasons of American Idol, also took to social media to share photos of their performance together. 

 

"CMA FEST Thanks for coming out early to hang out with us!! We're so excited for you all and my boy @colinstough for jumping in and singing along!" Thompson said. Thompson and Stough also performed at a free Nashville event, called 19 Takeover, on June 7 at Valentine, a multi-level bar and live music venue, located on Lower Broadway in the heart of Music City. The show was sponsored by 19 Records, a label that has partnered with Idol to sign contestants and winners of the show. Iam Tongi (Season 21), HunterGirl (Season 20), Megan Danielle (Season 21), Haven Madison (Season 21), Fritz Hager (Season 20), Grace Leer (Season 18) also performed in 19 Takeover events. . 

 

Noah Thompson recently released his debut EP, Middle of God Knows Where, which includes the lead single, "One Day Tonight," and his country cover of Rihanna's "Stay." 

 

Released June 9, Thompson's six-track project is the product of what has been called the "worst year" of his life and shows his growth as an artist and songwriter since he won American Idol in 2022 . "It's hard to believe I'm giving you my first job!" Thompson shared first. "My life has changed so much in a short time and thanks to you, I can't thank you enough for supporting me. Also, big thanks to @bbrmusicgroup @19.recordings and @bmgnashville for all the effort they put into this for me. 

 

Meanwhile, Colin Stough released his debut single, "I Still Talk to Jesus", before it was released on Idol earlier this year. 

 

Written by Francisco Martin and Hank Compton, "I Still Talk to Jesus" finds the 18-year-old American Idol star leaning on her faith in the midst of a breakup. As she faces the intense loneliness that comes with love gone wrong, Stough turns to her relationship with Jesus to help her through this difficult time in her life.

 

"I still believe what I'm doing in my head / I still believe every word you say / I know it's better without you / But I hate to know that it's the same that thing with you / I'm telling myself that I'm still I want it / I want something to believe in / I'm still talking to Jesus,” Colin Stough sings in the chorus. The song, which was released on Friday, May 19, was produced by DeStefano at The Sound Factory. 

 

“Being able to record my own music. Man, that makes me very grateful. It's really a part of life that I didn't think I'd be able to see or reach and now we're here," explained Sough. ABC recently revealed that American Idol will return for another season, however, the network has not confirmed if Bryan, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Ryan Seacrest will return for another season.

Noah Thompson American Idol Winner of his Season and Colin Stough had been fan favorite on the latest season of American Idol. While Colin may not have won the competition, their impressive vocal skills and captivating stage presence had left a lasting impact on the judges and viewers alike.

After the show concluded, the two singers had kept in touch and began discussing the idea of going on tour together. They both felt that it was the perfect opportunity to showcase their talents to a wider audience and connect with their fans on a more personal level.

So, after many months of planning, rehearsals, and anticipation, the duo finally embarked on their tour. They had scheduled stops in several major cities across the United States, as well as a few international destinations.

The first leg of the tour proved to be a huge success, rave reviews from fans and critics alike. Noah was praised for his soaring vocals and emotional performances, while Colin wowed audiences with his dynamic range and impressive guitar skills.

As the tour continued, the two artists bonded over their shared passion for music and their love for performing. They even collaborated on a few songs, showcasing their unique musical styles and creating something truly special for their fans.

 Noah and Colin had cemented their status as rising stars in the music industry. They had gained countless new fans, made unforgettable memories, and had even begun discussing the possibility of recording an album together.

Looking back on the experience, Noah and Colin both agreed that their journey post-American Idol had exceeded their wildest expectations. Colin proven that even without the title of "Idol," he is more than capable of creating incredible music and captivating audiences across the globe.