'Idol' Plans Some Serious Changes

It’s refreshing to know that since Simon Cowell decided to leave his giant Coca-Cola tumbler and judgy throne on American Idol behind him, the people behind the show aren’t desperately clinging the bitter presence he famously brought to the small screen. Instead, they’re going in a decidedly different direction – which you may have noticed thanks to their new kinder, gentler promos. But it’s not enough to take out a cantankerous judge and replace him with a few positive voices – the entire show needs a reboot without Simon (and to do something about those dismal ratings). So what’s in store for Idol hopefuls this year? Well, earlier this year they announced that contestants would face greater challenges, such as a week

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