Star World is
bringing the US’s top reality entertainment show, American Idol,
once again to millions of viewers in Asia and beyond for the eighth
year in a row, making the Pay TV channel the true home for idols as
well as the show’s legions of devoted fans. Star World is committed
to delivering every exciting moment of American Idol Season 12 to
scores of viewers in Southeast Asia, India, Taiwan and the Middle
East so that they get the latest performances, updates and scoops
straight from their homes as soon as they happen.
Huge,
fantastic changes are happening to American Idol in its 12th season,
the biggest of which is a new roster of celebrity judges of
unprecedented international stardom. Joining the powerful music
producer Randy Jackson, who presence has fueled the show since its
first season, are country music star Keith Urban, also husband to
actress Nicole Kidman; the quirky and fun pop superstar Nicki Minaj,
whose hits “Super Bass” and “Starships” have inundated global
airwaves in recent years; and the eternal diva Mariah Carey, who has
been enthralling audiences with her vocal prowess over a musical
career that has spanned more than 20 years. Together, these four
judges have enough star power and experience in the music industry to
select the best American Idol hopefuls to vie for the coveted title
as well as give meaningful and insightful comments to help them along
their journey. Fans will be happy to know that Emmy-nominated host
Ryan Seacrest is returning to the show to guide viewers through
another exciting season of amazing musical performances.
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Judges Randy Jackson, Keith Urban, Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey
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With such
larger-than-life personalities on the judging panel, expect some
fireworks to happen on the show as egos clash and flare. One thing
most Idol fans who’ve kept up-to-date with the pre-season activity
of American Idol want to see most this year is how the purported feud
between judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj has played out. Late in
2012, during preliminary auditions, it was reported that Carey and
Minaj had a disagreement, with Minaj referring to the fight on her
Twitter account. Both stars, however, are pleased to be part of the
show, with Carey saying that she’s proud to be on a show that has
produced massive stars and Minaj eager to be part of American Idol’s
big family. Host Seacrest assures American Idol fans that there won’t
be a dull moment between the two judges this season, and even if
things between them may get intense, their presence together on the
panel is something the show’s producers are excited about.
Some new
twists have been made to the audition process of America Idol Season
12 to stir things up a bit for AI hopefuls. The first is the
"American Idol Small Town Audition Bus Tour", which will
bring the auditions to 10 small towns in America for those who can’t
make it to the auditions in the big cities. Another type of audition
is the “Nominate an Idol” program, where friends and family
members can secretly nominate someone by filling up an online form
and submitting an existing video of the person singing solo and a
capella. A film crew will turn up on location to surprise the chosen
nominee and give them a chance to advance to the next round. Online
auditions were also held for the show in late 2012. With these new
ways to get onto the show, American Idol fans can anticipate an even
wider demographic of performers to be showcased—from the most
talented singers in America to the weirdest wannabes who will do the
craziest things just to get a crack at the title!
American
Idol is the biggest reality TV show, which set a record when it
gathered 132 million votes for the Season 11 finale, which pit Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez against each other.
Phillips won
the title of American Idol and has since gone on to achieve top spots
on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Home” and “The World From The
Side Of The Moon.”
Meanwhile, Jessica Sanchez is fast becoming an
international performer and is signed with Interscope Records.
Millions of fans have tuned in over the years since its first season
to see contestants on American Idol turn into bona fide, successful
musical artists after being on the show, and they will not be
disappointed to witness this happen once again in Season 12 for a new
batch of talented candidates.
There is so
much going on this 12th season of American Idol, and Star World will
bring it to viewers live and the soonest, with timely screenings and
exclusive specials that add value to the viewing experience and
satisfy the hearts of even the wildest, most die-hard fans of
American Idol. Season 12 of American Idol premieres this January 17,
2013 at 6PM with replays at 8PM and 11PM on Star World!