“American Idol” saw a surprising turn as 18-year-old Insite successfully auditioned with classic nü-metal hits. He performed KORN‘s “Freak On A Leash” and DROWNING POOL‘s “Bodies,” prompting judge Carrie Underwood, a country superstar, to enthusiastically sing along and even join him onstage. Underwood, herself a fan, reminisced that the songs were a staple of her high school years.
Though known for her country music success, Underwood, an “American Idol” winner from 2005, has consistently demonstrated her passion for hard rock, collaborating with bands like GUNS N’ ROSES and MOTÖRHEAD, and even incorporating heavy metal into her workout routines.”
With three ‘yes’ votes from the judges, the Naples, Florida, native moved forward in the competition.
Reeder, the visionary behind Metal Addicts, has transformed his lifelong passion for metal into a thriving online community for metal aficionados. As a fervent devotee of black metal, Reeder is captivated by its dark, atmospheric, and often unorthodox soundscapes.