Graduate students are less involved, concerned with who the speaker is [than undergraduates].

It's a great show; it's always been a great marriage of Stephen King, an action show and a family drama, and I don't think there's anything else like it on TV.

We really wanted to book performers and guest judges from varying backgrounds. We even have a pro wrestler joining us this year. Big & Rich kicked off our premiere with unbridled energy and provided the contestants with a lot of great suggestions based on their own experiences in the industry. I think Nashville Star fans will find themselves more excited than ever as the season begins to unfold.

It isn't easy to create a drama infused with comedy, and Psych just knocks it out of the park.

It isn't easy to create a drama infused with comedy, and 'Psych' just knocks it out of the park.

This year's finalists probably represent the highest level of overall talent we've ever seen on the show. With great voices and unique personalities, we have ten real contenders to be America's next NASHVILLE STAR.