Baylor senior again reaches Hollywood on ‘American Idol’

Baylor Bears are not strangers to televised singing competitions, from singer-songwriter Megan Conner, BFA ’02 (The Next Great American Country Star finalist, 2008), to The Voice finalist Holly Tucker (2013), to three American Idol competitors (Megan McCallon, BA ’06, in 2010; and Bryan Watt, BM ’08, and Savion Wright in 2014).

But for the first time, one of those performers is back for another try. After reaching Hollywood last year, Wright — now a Baylor senior — aims to make it even further this year. So far, so good; Wright aced his audition in Nashville, singing Eric Clapton’s “Change the World” (see it below), and is through to Hollywood once more. (American Idol’s Hollywood Week begins tonight on FOX.)

If Wright’s voice sounds familiar, it could be from last year’s American Idol — or from his past performances at Common Grounds, in Baylor Chapel, and in recent Baylor Homecoming parades. You can hear more of his work on his YouTube page, and follow his progress via Twitter (@SavionJWright) and Facebook.

Sic ’em, Savion!