American Idol’ season 23 will feature Carrie Underwood as a judge and Jelly Roll serving as an artist in residence

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

Country superstar Jelly Roll will mentor contestants starting during Hollywood Week. “Honored to be Idol’s first-ever Artist in Residence - mentoring with heart, soul and real experience,” Jelly said on social media.

American Idol viewers will see a few changes when the show returns next month. Katy Perry exited last season, and while some hoped Jelly Roll would be sitting at the judges’ table, that isn’t the case.