Are you excited for the new season of American Idol? The judging panel poses here with Ryan Seacrest.

Say hello to the American Idol Top 13. One of these folks will be crowned champion.

Majesty Rose has the name of an American Idol winner, doesn't she? This 21-year old has advanced to the final 13.

Candice Glover sings for the American Idol title in this photo. It's from the final performance show of Season 12.

Who will come out on top of season nine? Crystal Bowersox or Lee DeWyze? It should be a very close call.

Alex Preston sings for his American Idol life. This is a photo from the Top 11 performance show.

You're safe, Casey Abrams. Go ahead and take a breath now. It's gonna be okay.

And the loser is... Ryan Seacrest has bad news here for Shannon Magrane.

Jena Irene and Alex Preston sing together on stage in this still from the American Idol Top 8 performance show.

The American Idol judges gather around here during the first night of the Top 13 singing.

The American Idol panel is back for a new season! This is a shot of the trio from opening auditions.

Jen Hirsch sings for her American Idol life in this photo. It's a shot from the semifinal round.