Kelly Clarkson and Snoop Dogg have been tapped to host the first-ever American Song Contest.
The original American Idol will be joined by the rapper to front the upcoming musical competition series, inspired by the Eurovision Song Contest.
The show promises to combine the “competitive spirit of rooting for your favourite sports team with the joy of watching a live performance of an original song”.
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“I have been a fan and love the concept of Eurovision and am thrilled to bring the musical phenomenon to America,” beamed Kelly.
“I’m so excited to work with Snoop and can’t wait to see every state and territory represented by artists singing their own songs.”
Snoop added: “I am honoured to host American Song Contest alongside my lil sis Kelly Clarkson, aka Miss Texas.”
The show will feature artists representing all 50 US states, five US territories and the nation’s capital. They’ll each perform a new original song, celebrating the variety of musical styles and genres across America.
The 56 performers will be revealed at a later date.
The American Song Contest will premiere March 21 on NBC and will run for eight weeks.
