Jeffrey Kahane & Andrew Shulman in Concert

In 2010, after 20 years of performing in subway stations, at the age of 58, she decided to take a leap of faith and audition for America's Got Talent. Alice wowed the judges with a phenomenal rendition of the Etta James classic ‘At Last', and the entire nation took notice. Ridley's raw power and charm immediately resonated with both the judges and the audience, and she was sent to Hollywood to compete in the finals.

The New York Post, People Magazine, Perez Hilton, Popeater, and Oprah Radio all gave glowing reviews immediately after hearing Alice's voice. Gayle King remarked on Oprah Radio "Alice showed the country her vocal skills .. and boundless talent. She has enough talent to be an international sensation".

People Magazine also showed support, saying "Alice Tan Ridley is America's Got Talent's top vocalist!". Ridley carried this motivation throughout the rest of the show, and while she did not make it to the top spot, she won the hearts of America and has built an enormous fan base along the way. Like Etta James, Diana Ross and Tina Turner she is a long lasting Goddess of Soul, with enough personality, talent and a touch of funk to prove to be an unforgettable performer. As Howie Mandel said to Alice on America's Got Talent – "you deserve to be heard by much more than everyone on the train".