Local singers audition for Lexington Idol

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – If you were walking through Fayette Mall Saturday, you may have heard unfamiliar voices singing some of your favorite songs. That was for Lexington Idol, sponsored by Covey’s Auto and ABC 36.

100 contestants came out to compete in Lexington Idol. On the line are three front of the line passes to American Idol auditions on Wednesday in Louisville.

Saturday’s competition allowed Idol hopefuls to sing in front of an audience, before heading to Louisville to audition for the show.

Three winners of Lexington Idol will get passes that allow them to skip the long waiting line at the Louisville auditions.

All contestants have the opportunity to audition for American Idol in Louisville, even if they do not place in the top three in Lexington.

Lexington Idol winners will be announced Monday at noon on Midday Kentucky.