American Idol has announced its top 24 contestants for season seven.

We don't wanna sound like a shill for Fox, but it truly might be the case that this is the most talented troupe of crooners in the show's history. We've been mightily impressed so far.

The singers aren't hard on the eyes, either. Take a look at a few:

Michael Johns is an early favorite among the men.

Asiah Epperson has the name, look and talent to go far.

Say hello to Garrett Haley.

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