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American idol is gearing up for new season and they need to recreate the spark that made them the best reality TV program. the show has become stale for some and the judges really need a shake up. Enter Kara DioGuardi. The Grammy-nominated songwriter Kara DioGuardi is going to Hollywood.

Can Sexy New Judge Kara DioGuardi Boost American Idol Ratings

The award winning producer, who says she's "a straight shooter", has joined Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson as a judge on American Idol. Will it help the show. Lat season saw the best talent in some time with David cook winning the competition and David Archuleta grabbing the runner up. Still, ratings were off and the show knows it needs changes.


When the announcement was made that Karen would be joinging the show L.A. media guru Michael Levine told Star, "The ratings are down, and they need a little zing. I think they brought Kara on board because they need to spice the show up a bit." According to Idol top brass, the eighth season of the hit should boast more "girl power," even though Paula revealed that she was "concerned" about the big change.

But Kara, 37, told Star, "I have always had a great relationship with her" and is not worried. In fact, the newest panelist isn't fazed by Simon either, and says he's "spot on." So what will Kara be looking for in the next few weeks? "Someone unique, incredible stage presence, great voice," Kara says. "The next big thing."