AMERICAN Idol is back for another season with a new group of aspiring singers vying for the winner's title.
The show, which has brought in millions of viewers, will soon kick off its 22nd season.
When does American Idol start?
American Idol's 22nd season is scheduled to premiere at 8 pm EST on Sunday, February 18, 2024, on ABC.
For fans who miss the program's premiere, there are streaming options available.
Viewers can stream Idol through the ABC app or Hulu.
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In typical American Idol fashion, the first few episodes of the show will cover the audition process.
During auditions, the Idol judges and production team travel to different locations to allow prospects to audition for the show.
Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan will once again return as the show's judges.
Meanwhile, Ryan Seacrest resumes his position as the program's host.
For this season, Luke Bryan emphasized the younger auditioners in an interview with Parade.
He said: “I think the beauty of American Idol is it’s very, very driven by the talent of the kids.
"It’s very important for the producers of the show and the people behind the scenes and the kids all across the country to really log on and audition and get in front of us," Bryan said.
Who are the mentors this season?
Rapper Jelly Roll is expected to serve as a mentor this upcoming season.
He'll be joined by soul and pop singer, Tori Kelly.
Jelly Roll and Kelly will mentor every contestant who makes it to the Top 24.
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