Virtual auditions open August 26 — got what it takes to impress country royalty?
Country fans, get ready to scream at your screens all over again because Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood are back at the judging table for another season of American Idol! And they’re not alone — music legend Lionel Richie rounds out the superstar trio returning for Season 9 on ABC and Hulu (24th overall, if you’re counting Idol history).