The popular singing competition is back with a familiar face, as former winner Carrie Underwood swaps the mic for the judge's chair.

In a new promotional video premiering exclusively with PEOPLE on Monday, Jan. 27, fans get a glimpse at the contestants who have a shot at becoming the next 'American Idol.'

From Carrie Underwood’s return to the “out of this world” talent, here’s what to know about 'American Idol' season 23

American Idol' recently teased Carrie Underwood's judging debut and fans are going crazy in the comments section.

Carrie Underwood couldn't hold back the tears as she handed out a Golden Ticket to an American Idol hopeful who's got an emotional backstory. The singing show will pick back up again for a new season in March, marking Underwood's first turn as a judge on the show that originally made her a star.

His wardrobe contrasts with his usual “Idol” image as well. Rather than a suit and tie, Seacrest wears beige suede Chelsea boots, light-wash jeans and a pale olive green short-sleeved floral button down-shirt (worn with the top buttons undone).

Carrie Underwood and her return to American Idol as a judge has fans buzzing about when the show will be back. Here’s what we know.

American Idol' Season 23 producers are allegedly in the 'worst-case scenario' with fans after Carrie Underwood's inauguration performance.

In a clip promoting the 23rd season of American Idol shared to Instagram on Wednesday January 8, Seacrest debuted a drastically different look that caught viewers by surprise. Known for his sharp, professional style — often opting for a suit and a clean ...

American Idol is heading into its 25th season later this year, but former contestant and Idol winner Carrie Underwood’s recent performance at President Donald Trump’s second inauguration has reportedly turned into the “worst-case scenario” for the show.

In a rare link-up of American Idol and The Voice alums, respectively, Miller and Roberts have collaborated on the new song "More Country Than You," premiering exclusively on PEOPLE.

Back in 2013, Lazaro Arbos won over viewers on season 12 of American Idol. Now the gay influencer is singing a totally different song. Twenty one at the time, Arbos stunned the judges with his vocal skills, his compelling immigrant backstory having arrived from Cuba at the age of ten, and his journey with a speech disorder.