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Lusk auditioned for the tenth season of American Idol in Los Angeles, California.

Lusk was first shown in the group stage of the competition where he performed with fellow finalist Naima Adedapo, Vegas Contestant Sophia Shorai, and Matthew Nuss, and Da'Quela Payne. all advanced to the top 102

He received high praise from Randy Jackson for his performance of "God Bless the Child" during the Hollywood rounds as the best ever seen on Idol. He was one of the top five males in the semi-final round, and therefore advanced to the Top 13. Lusk was eliminated on May 5, 2011, finishing in fifth place. During the finale, he performed with Kirk Franklin and Gladys Knight.

Lusk and the rest of the top 11 took part in the American Idols Live! Tour 2011, which began in West Valley City, Utah, on July 6, 2011, and ended in Manila, Philippines on September 20, 2011. He performed on Live with Regis and Kelly on May 9, 2011, and on the Today show on May 10, 2011. In 2016, he formed Gabriels with Ari Balouzian and Ryan Hope.

On June 25, 2023, he performed "Are You Ready for Love" alongside Elton John at John's headline performance at the Glastonbury Festival.

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Bernie Taupin, Tom Odell, Celeste, and More Set For THE OTHER SONGS LIVE


The Other Songs has announced an all-star line-up of songwriters and artists to perform at The Other Songs Live including Bernie Taupin, Tom Odell, Gabriels, Celeste, KAMILLE and many more. In partnership with the Ivors Academy, one of the world's biggest celebrations of songwriting will take place ahead of The Ivors with Amazon Music at the London Palladium on Monday 20 May, raising money for music charities. 

Billy Porter And More To Celebrate Elton John And Bernie Taupin Receiving The Gershwin Prize In All-Star Tribute


Join the celebration as Elton John and Bernie Taupin receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize. The lineup includes performances by Garth Brooks, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Metallica, and Billy Porter.

Elton John's Oscars Viewing Party Returns With Elton John, David Furnish, And Co-Hosts Neil Patrick Harris, David Burtka And Tiffany Haddish


The 32nd Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party returns with Elton John, David Furnish, and co-hosts Neil Patrick Harris, David Burtka, and Tiffany Haddish. R&B-Soul-Rock Trio Gabriels will perform at the sold-out event.

The Blessed Madonna Releases New Single 'Happier' With Clementine Douglas


A record long in-demand after being successfully road-tested in her sets on dance floors all over the world, “Happier” sees The Blessed Madonna join forces with rising star Clementine Douglas — BBC Radio 1's Dance Vocalist Of The Year in 2022 and the voice behind Sonny Fodera's 2023 breakthrough hit “Asking” — for the first time.

Video: Gabriels Share Stunning Video for 'Great Wind'


Gabriels are thrilled to share the official music video for their new single, “Great Wind.” Made in collaboration with avant-garde artist Omar Karim, the video is streaming now on the band’s official YouTube channel. “Great Wind” is lifted from the band’s debut album, Angels & Queens, which arrived last week to massive critical acclaim.

Gabriels Release Debut Album 'Angels & Queens'


The release follows the band’s stirring, show-stopping performance at Glastonbury last month, and vocalist Jacob Lusk’s special guest slot with Elton John to close the festival. The 13-track record is released via Elektra/Atlas Artists, fellow Compton native and GRAMMY-Award winning producer Sounwave (Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, Chloe x Halle).

The Blessed Madonna Teams up With Gabriels' Jacob Lusk on New Single 'Mercy'


A collaboration with Jacob Lusk of Gabriels, it’s another incredible piece of cathartic house music from the Kentucky-born, London-based DJ, producer and club culture iconoclast. Co-produced with Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs and featuring additional vocals from the House Gospel Choir.

Acclaimed Trio Gabriels Share New Single 'Glory'


The effort was produced by fellow Compton native and GRAMMY-Award winning producer Sounwave (Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, Chloe x Halle). Jacob Lusk has served as a background singer for icons like Gladys Knight, Diana Ross, Beck, St. Vincent, and Nate Dogg.

Gabriels Announce Special U.S. Headline Shows


Following Gabriels’ stunning, widely-praised debut at Coachella this year, the soulful-pop trio will be back on the road in the U.S. this summer – playing two special headline shows at Webster Hall in New York City on Thursday, July 27, and at the Ford Theatre in Los Angeles on Saturday, August 12.

Gabriels Release Debut Album 'Angels & Queens'


Produced by GRAMMY Award-winning and fellow Compton-native producer Sounwave – who has worked with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Chloe x Halle and Beyonce – Angels & Queens will also be unveiled in two parts, with the second instalment arriving early next year.

Gabriels Announce Debut Album 'Angels & Queens'


Produced by GRAMMY Award-winning and fellow Compton-native producer Sounwave, who has worked with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Chloe x Halle and Beyonce, Angels & Queens will be released in two installments, with Part I arriving via Elektra Records. Part I is available for preorder now, with the second installment set for arrival in March 2023.

Gabriels Debut New Single 'One And Only'


Gabriels are a real discovery. Featuring the soaring, once-in-a-generation vocals of Jacob Lusk, lamenting the age-old tale of love and loss, alongside smoldering production and a propulsive rhythm section, “One And Only” sees Gabriels firmly cement themselves at the forefront of the most exciting new artists in the world today.

American Idol Finalist Jacob Lusk Releases DON'T BE AFRAID OF THE DARK Video


Jacob Lusk will never forget the moment they called his name as one of the finalists on the 2011 edition of “American Idol.”  Since that time Jacob has continued performing around the Los Angeles area in various plays and church events.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with (mostly)musicals' Take FLIGHT, Opening Tomorrow


(mostly)musicals returns to the E Spot Lounge on Wednesday, October 7 with TAKE FLIGHT, the company's 14th entry in a series of themed cabarets. Check your baggage at the door, and enjoy first class accommodations, plenty of leg room, and full meal service available. And get a sneak peek at rehearsals below!

Photo Flash: Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS with Nick Adams, Bruce Vilanch & More


On Wednesday, Dec. 17 and Thursday, Dec. 18, Upright Cabaret celebrated its 9th annual 'A Broadway Christmas' combining the best of Broadway with the carols of Christmastime at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood, CA. Produced by Chris Isaacson Presents in association with Ryan O'Connor.

Upright Cabaret Presents 9th Annual A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS Tonight


Chris Isaacson Presents in association with Ryan O'Connor has announced Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A Broadway Christmas. Hosted by six-time Emmy Award-winner Bruce Vilanch with musical direction by Gregory Nabours, there will be two performances only tonight, December 17 and Thursday, December 18 at 8:30pm at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood.

Stacy Francis, Nick Adams Join Upright Cabaret's A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS, 12/18


X-Factor finalist Stacy Francis and Wicked star Nick Adams have joined the cast of Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A Broadway Christmas, it was announced today by Chris Isaacson Presents and Ryan O'Connor, co-producers of the holiday event. Hosted by six-time Emmy Award-winner Bruce Vilanch with musical direction by Gregory Nabours, there will be two performances only on Wednesday, December 17 and Thursday, December 18, both at 8:30pm at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood.

Upright Cabaret Presents 9th Annual A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS, 12/17-18


Chris Isaacson Presents in association with Ryan O'Connor has announced Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A Broadway Christmas. Hosted by six-time Emmy Award-winner Bruce Vilanch with musical direction by Gregory Nabours, there will be two performances only on Wednesday, December 17 and Thursday, December 18 at 8:30pm at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood.

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