OhMGee: Rapper Nicki Minaj and country singer Keith urban are joining the American Idol judges panel when the well-known competition starts its 12th season in January. This season, the panel is expanding from three judges to four. There will be Mariah Carey, original Randy Jackson, Nick Minaj, and Keith Urban. These Judges jumped quick into the action Sunday, already auditioning singers at New York's Lincoln Center. Also,rocker legend Steven Tyler and famous singer Jennifer Lopez left the show at the end of the last season after judging two seasons of American Idol.
Nicki Minaj 29
The first female solo artist to have seven singles simultaneously on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. " She represents a different side of the music industry, who has now crossed into the main stream culture with her unique artistry,style, and flair." Says Frot- Coutaz, the CEO of American Idol.
Keith Urban 44
A four-time Grammy Award winner and has recorded 14 songs that topped the country music charts.
" Hes one of country musics true stars who brings with him charm, wit, and knowledge about the industry." Say Frot- Coutaz.
I'm gonna be honest. I kinda miss American Idol when it was just Randy, Paula, and Simon. It is great that Keith Urban is judging though. I even listen to some of his music. I'm not a fan of Nikki Minaj though.
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