Mjsbigblog — A new song has surfaced from American Idol alum, Jennifer Hudson called "Gone Gone Gone." And no, it bears no resemblance whatsoever to the Phillip Phillips single. more info

USA Today Music — The rocker's new album revisits his classics with Jennifer Hudson and the Foo Fighters. more info

Starpulse — Jennifer Hudson has reportedly signed a deal to sit on the judges' panel for the upcoming 13th season of American Idol. E! Online reports that multiple sources have confirmed that the Oscar winner... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — When I sat down with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member John Fogerty recently to discuss his new all-star album revisiting his Creedence Clearwater Revival songbook , we spoke about many of those collaborations for the feature story that will appear ... more info

Big Apple Music Scene — I'm concerned that there's something wrong with American Idol, guys, because they're actually making rational, logical decisions as far as whom to hire as a judge for their next season. Particularly worrisome is their consideration of Jennifer Hudson... more info

411 Mania — More alumni are being considered... more info

USA Today Music — Looks like Jennifer Hudson will critique next season's 'Idol' hopefuls. Not a good move. more info

Mjsbigblog — Now The Wrap and Vulture appear to be talking to the same "sources". The website reports that Jennifer Hudson is currently negotiating a deal with Idol to join the panel more info

411 Mania — Former contestants could become judges... more info

E! Online — Where does American Idol go now after a lackluster season? Back to the beginning of course! Sources confirm to us that Idol wants to bring back former winners and contestants as judges... more info