Last week on American Idol (FOX) the Top 20 contestants performed and America voted who would make it into the Top 10.  On Thursday night, the Top 10 finalists were announced.   The Top 5 guys chosen were Paul Jolley, Burnell Taylor, Curtis Finch, Jr., Devin Velez, and Lazaro Arbos, with the Top 5 ladies being Janelle Arthur, Candice Glover, Angela Miller, Amber Holcomb, and Kree Harrison.

The women brought strong performances last week and have seemed to dominate this competition thus far.  Here is the quick breakdown of the Top 5 ladies.
Kree Harrison, 22, a Texas native now residing in Nashville,Tn, has come on as a favorite since Vegas.  She performed "Stronger" by Faith Hill last week and won praises from the judges for being such an effortless performer with such a naturally strong and smooth voice.  

Christian singer,Angela Miller, 18, has been impressive since she sang Jessie J's song "Mamma Knows Best" at live auditions to singing her original song, "You Set Me Free" a few weeks back.  This past week Miller did a beautiful piano arrangement of AI alum and Christian artist, Colton Dixon's song "Never Gone".
Candice Glover, 23, came out singing John Legend's song "Ordinary People" last week that was a powerhouse performance packed with plenty of soul and gospel in her voice.  Many considered it the top vocal performance of the night.  

Amber Holcomb, 18, hailing from Houston,Tx, was on the show last year and got cut before the Top 20.  With more confidence and focus this year, Holcomb gave a stunning performance of "My Funny Valentine" last week that catapulted her into the Top 10.  

Janelle Arthur, 23, from Oliver Springs,Tn, performed a fantastic rendition of "If I Can Dream," (made popular by Elvis Presley) and got strong reviews from the judges.  Keith Urban told her, "I love that you have this really classic country voice. I thought that was a great song and really great performance."
Tune into FOX at 7pm CST to see the Top 10 perform live tonight on American Idol.