2023 General Auditions for Western Alaska are now closed.
KNOM would like to thank the people at American Idol Productions for offering a unique audition path for Western Alaska. And we'd like to thank you for auditioning!


Before you begin, please review the following audition qualifications:
- American Idol has an age limit. You need to be between 15 and 29 years old to join. If you're not 18 yet, you need a parent or guardian with you when you audition.
- You can't join if you have a contract or a record deal waiting for you.
- This show is just for people living in the U.S. You need to live here, be a legal resident, and be allowed to work here.
- You can find all the rules you need to know here.
Terms and Conditions
- Acceptance of Terms: By checking the "Accept" box, you agree to these Terms & Conditions for participation in the American Idol auditions conducted at KNOM Radio station.
- Eligibility: Participants must meet all the eligibility requirements set by American Idol Productions and KNOM Radio. If the participant is a minor, a parent or legal guardian must agree to these terms on their behalf.
- Travel and Accommodation: Contestants or their parents/guardians are responsible for their safety during travel and stay for the auditions. KNOM and its underwriters are not liable for any accidents, injuries, or damages that occur during the transit, at the hotel, or any other location related to the auditions.
- Audition Process: We do not guarantee a successful audition. All decisions made by American Idol Productions regarding the auditions are final and binding.
- Rights to Submitted Materials: By participating in the auditions, contestants agree that American Idol Productions retains all rights to any materials submitted during the audition process.
- Indemnity: By participating, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless KNOM, its underwriters, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any and all liabilities, damages, losses, expenses, claims, or causes of action that arise in connection with your participation in the auditions or violation of these Terms & Conditions. This indemnity includes American Idol Productions.
- Conduct: Any aggressive language or behavior, whether on or off the audition site, is grounds for immediate disqualification from the auditions.
- Responsibility for Attendance: Contestants or their parents/guardians are responsible for arriving on time for flights, accommodations, and scheduled events, including the audition. No responsibility is accepted by KNOM or its underwriters for missed events. The foregoing also applies to American Idol Productions.