By Joey Guerra Updated 9:04 am CST, Monday, February 25, 2019 Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper sent a jolt of electricity through Sunday's relatively staid Oscars ceremony. And Houston singer Christina Wells is hoping lightning strikes twice. Wells, a semifinalist on "America's Got Talent," has crafted her own cover of "Shallow," which has earned a Grammy and an Oscar. Watch the exclusive premiere above. She's joined by John Watkins, an actor and singer who performs with The Christina Wells Band. Wells says she was inspired by a recent screening of the movie. "John had seen the movie before but it was the first time for me, and it is such an emotional roller coaster. So much passion and so much feeling," she says. The song should be on streaming platforms this week, and Wells is looking forward to performing it live soon. Since "AGT," she's been performing around the city and doing some motivational speaking. Christina Wells made it to the live 'AGT' shows and … [Read more...] about Premiere: ‘America’s Got Talent’ singer Christina Wells covers Lady Gaga’s Oscar-winning ‘Shallow’
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‘America’s Got Talent’ singer Christina Wells thanks Houston for standing behind her
By Joey Guerra Published 6:46 pm CDT, Wednesday, August 29, 2018 Houston's Christina Wells has advanced to the America's Got Talent semifinals. Houston's Christina Wells has advanced to the America's Got Talent semifinals. Photo: Trae Patton/NBC AMERICA'S GOT TALENT -- "Live Quarter Finals 3" Episode 1315 -- Pictured: Christina Wells AMERICA'S GOT TALENT -- "Live Quarter Finals 3" Episode 1315 -- Pictured: Christina Wells Photo: Trae Patton/NBC Christina Wells sings "I Am Changing" during the "Live Quarter Finals 3" on "America's Got Talent." Christina Wells sings "I Am Changing" during the "Live Quarter Finals 3" on "America's Got Talent." Photo: Trae Patton/NBC Christina Wells made it to the live 'AGT' shows and is a well-known Houston performer. Christina Wells made it to the … [Read more...] about ‘America’s Got Talent’ singer Christina Wells thanks Houston for standing behind her
Viral America’s Got Talent singer Courtney Hadwin tweets excitement ahead of live shows
Her powerful voice has enchanted fans across the globe and racked up millions of views on YouTube. And now Courtney Hadwin is preparing for the next stage of her journey on America’s Got Talent, with live shows set to start next week.The teenager, from Hesleden, was sent straight through to the live leg of the reality TV show after receiving a golden buzzer from judge Howie Mandel.Read more: America’s Got Talent star Courtney Hadwin always had ‘unique voice’The music mogul, and the rest of the judging panel which includes Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum and Mel B, were blown away by the 13-year-old’s performance of Otis Redding’s Hard to Handle.The episode aired in June.Courtney becomes one of 36 acts to take part in the competition’s live shows, which launch on Tuesday and run for three weeks.Among the contestants are nine golden buzzers, including Courtney, two dozen people chosen during the judges’ cuts round and three wildcards.Twelve acts … [Read more...] about Viral America’s Got Talent singer Courtney Hadwin tweets excitement ahead of live shows
America’s Got Talent’s British sensation: It felt like a dream
0 Comments America’s Got Talent’s British sensation: It felt like a dream BelfastTelegraph.co.uk A British teenager who has been sent straight through to the live shows on America’s Got Talent said the experience “felt like a dream”. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainment/film-tv/news/americas-got-talents-british-sensation-it-felt-like-a-dream-37013293.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/incoming/article37013290.ece/474e5/AUTOCROP/h342/bpanews_583f9b29-89d7-4cfa-b5d8-51553c288d49_1 Email A British teenager who has been sent straight through to the live shows on America’s Got Talent said the experience “felt like a dream”. Courtney Hadwin, 13, from Peterlee in County Durham, wowed judges on the show and became a social media sensation. She told Good Morning Britain: “It felt like a dream. It didn’t feel real. It felt like I was watching TV.” The teenager added: “I just feel like … [Read more...] about America’s Got Talent’s British sensation: It felt like a dream
British teenager wows the judges on America’s Got Talent
0 Comments British teenager wows the judges on America’s Got Talent BelfastTelegraph.co.uk A British teenager earned a standing ovation after wowing the judges on America’s Got Talent. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainment/film-tv/news/british-teenager-wows-the-judges-on-americas-got-talent-37008899.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/incoming/article37008894.ece/7c39f/AUTOCROP/h342/bpanews_8615bdcf-7932-4296-b01b-5585f92bce97_1 Email A British teenager earned a standing ovation after wowing the judges on America’s Got Talent. Courtney Hadwin, 13, from Peterlee in County Durham, impressed judge Howie Mandel enough for him to press his golden buzzer – meaning she will go straight to the live shows. Courtney performed an energetic version of Otis Redding’s Hard To Handle and said receiving the golden buzzer was more than she “could have dreamed”. See why @howiemandel called @CourtneyHadwin the next Janis Joplin. #AGT … [Read more...] about British teenager wows the judges on America’s Got Talent