CMT Country Superstar

Watch out America – another talent television series is about to hit the airwaves! Nigel Lythgoe , the executive producer of “American Idol” and co-creator of “So You Think You Can Dance” is partnering with his song, Simon Lythgoe, to launch a new singing competition called “CMT’s Next Superstar.” The new series is scheduled to begin on CMT in April.

“This isn't just a singing competition, the contestants will also be judged on their song writing, radio interviews and music videos,” said executive producer, Nigel Lythgoe. “We're looking for more than just a singer, we want the complete creative, talented package - performer, personality and writer. We want the next Country superstar.”

In the ten episode series, each lasting an hour, CMT will look across America to find the next country star, while opening doors for the undiscovered singer/songwriters who think they have what it takes to make it big. This show will open the world’s eyes to what goes into becoming a successful musician in Nashville each week, through the good, the bad, and the ugly, while the contestants compete and live together.

"One of the reasons this show stands out from the rest is that it’s the only show where the contestants take an active role in deciding who's in the band,” noted executive producer, Simon Lythgoe. “Whereas contestants must sing in different genres on other shows, this is all about Country music. Our contestants will turn some world renowned songs from other genres like Pop or Motown, pour their soul into it and make it Country.”