Country music star Jelly Roll will be serving as “American Idol’s” first-ever artist in residence for the upcoming season, as reported by Variety. ABC announced that Jelly Roll will be a permanent fixture on the show, working closely with the Idol hopefuls to give them advice on navigating their journey. Jelly Roll previously mentored contestants in a past season, praising their talent and potential.
Jelly Roll, also known as Jason DeFored, has had an unconventional journey in mainstream country music, with a background in hip-hop and a significant criminal record. His recent albums have been successful, with “Whitsitt Chapel” reaching No. 3 on Billboard’s pop album chart and “Beautifully Broken” reaching the top spot. He was also a nominee in three categories at the recent Grammy Awards.
The upcoming season of “American Idol” will premiere on March 9, with a preview airing on March 2 after the Oscars telecast. Veteran judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan will be joined by Carrie Underwood, replacing Katy Perry. Jelly Roll’s unique perspective and experience in the music industry are sure to bring a fresh and interesting dynamic to the show.
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