February 14 may be Valentine’s Day, but for American Idol<\/a><\/em> contestants, it’s also audition time. One young talent who’s competing on the all-new season is named Miranda Kitchpanich. We’ve got five facts about her below. So, if you’re curious to learn more about the American Idol<\/em> hopeful, then keep reading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1) She’s only 18 years old. Miranda’s played on some of the biggest stages in the USA. Examples include Lollapalooza, as well as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2) Miranda hails from Seattle, Washington. She was nominated as “best blues vocalist” of 2020. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3) Her musical influences include: Queen, Etta James, and Led Zeppelin. She began<\/a> in classic rock and blues. But, she has expanded into jazz, funk, and soul music. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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