‘American Idol’ news: Kane Brown will mentor Top 5 on May 12 ‘Disney Night’ episode

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One of country music’s most accomplished mainstays and global entertainers, Kane Brown, will serve as mentor for the fan-favorite “American Idol” Disney Night episode airing Sunday, May 12.

The contestants will head to “The Most Magical Place On Earth,” Walt Disney World and perform classics from your favorite Disney movies. Also joining the fun is award winning actress, activist and singer Jenifer Lewis, who will perform “Dig a Little Deeper” during the episode. Eight-time Grammy winner Terence Blanchard will accompany Lewis on the trumpet.

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Opening this summer at Walt Disney World Resort and later this year at Disneyland Resort, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will take guests on a musical adventure inspired by “The Princess and the Frog.” The attraction’s story picks up where the film left off as guests join Princess Tiana, Naveen, Mama Odie, jazz-loving alligator Louis and a brand-new cast of original characters on an adventure through the bayou as they prepare to host a one-of-a-kind celebration during Mardi Gras season. Lewis stars as the voice of Mama Odie in the film and also lends her voice to the attraction.

Blanchard, a featured musician in Disney Animation’s “The Princess and the Frog,” arranged and produced music in the attractions queue.

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