ABC 57's Michiana Idol was a success. From the special event, 11 people will be moving on to American Idol auditions

Ten people were awarded the front-of-the-line passes, where they will audition in front of producers on September 11 in Chicago. One person was awarded the silver ticket, where they will head to a judging city to perform in front of the show's executive producer.

ABC 57's Colleen introduces you to John Garrido, a Michiana man who's singing got him through the hardest time of his life.