Nashville Star Season 4 - Week 7

What's more shocking than finding out that Mille Vanilli lip-synced their entire career?
Hearing that Nicole Jamrose made as one of the final three for the season finale.

The night started with Hank Williams Jr. singing his new single That's How They Do It In Dixie. Ashley Judd was in the house to present Wynonna with a well-deserved career achievement award. Others seen in the crowd that night included John Arthur Martinez, Billy Yates and John Rich. The guest judges for the evening were Velvet Revolver.

Nicole Jamrose started the night with the Dixie Chicks Sin Wagon. She looked beautiful and Anastasia told her right song, wrong night. Also told her that she does deserve to be on the show however. Phil agreed it was a great song choice and that this week was hard on her but it was better this week. Velvet Revolver said she brought it compared to last week and she was great to watch tonight. She rocked it.

Casey Rivers shocked everyone when he belted out How Great Thou Art. This was his best performance of the entire season. Anastasia said, "wow you moved my soul and you are the voice of this competition." She was holding off her opinion though until after she heard Matt Mason and Chris Young sing. Phil said Chris and Matt are going to have to do something to beat you and he would hate to have to follow Casey's performance. Velvet Revolver said Casey nailed the last note and that he had perfect pitch and tone. Great song choice.

Matt Mason sang Lonesome, Ornery, and Mean. Phil told Matt he did a great job and that he definitely needs a record deal and he loves the outlaw side of him. Anastasia said that Matt is living his dream and that won't be coming to an end anytime soon. Likes that Matt has done it "his way" throughout the whole competition. Velvet Revolver said Matt has a gnarly baritone voice and loves the old school country. Unfortunately Matt won't be in the finals as he was voted off the show. Good luck Matt in your pursuit of your music dreams.

Chris Young was the long awaited performer of the night. He did Toby Keith proud when he sang Rock You Baby, which he dedicated to his parents for their anniversary. Anastasia told Chris she was glad she waited to give her opinion until after he sang because he IS the Nashville Star. His original song was mesmerizing. Phil said Chris has been solid all year and tonight was no different. Velvet Revolver said, "You are absolutely amazing. You have the voice and tonality of a 35 year old."

Well everyone, as you know next Tuesday is the season finale of Nashville Star. Who will be your next Nashville Star? Be sure to log onto USA Network and vote for which song you would like to hear the remaining contestants perform for the finale.

Article Written & Submitted by Nora Mayor