Get ready to sing your heart out, America. “Idol” returns this Sunday.

Season 23 of the reality singing competition that helped launch Kelly Clarkson‘s career features longtime host Ryan Seacrest and judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Season 4 winner Carrie Underwood, who replaces “Teenage Dream” singer Katy Perry after seven seasons.

Some of the world’s most iconic singers, including Underwood, Jennifer Hudson and Adam Lambert, got their start on “American Idol,” which first premiered in 2002.

“20 years ago I auditioned for the judges of @americanidol, and today I am now one of those judges searching for someone who wants to BE AN IDOL!” Underwood wrote in an August social media post. “It all starts with an audition…will we #CUonIDOL?”

The season kicks off with three episodes of auditions before the lucky group of singers get a coveted trip to Hollywood.

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Here’s what to know about Season 23 of “American Idol,” including how to tune in.

When does ‘American Idol’ start? Season 23 premiere date

Season 23 of “American Idol” premieres Sunday, March 9 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

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‘American Idol’ Season 23 trailer

‘American Idol’ judges, host

Long-time judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan are joined by Carrie Underwood this season.

The “Before He Cheats” singer is taking over for Katy Perry, who revealed that she was leaving the show to focus on music. Underwood, an “American Idol” alum, returns to the show about 20 years after she won the competitive singing competition.

Ryan Seacrest, who has hosted 20 seasons of “American Idol,” will once again serve as emcee.

Grammy-nominated singer Jelly Roll will serve as a first-ever artist in residence. He will work closely with contestants, giving them firsthand advice on how to “navigate the journey,” as Variety first reported.

How to watch Season 23 of ‘American Idol’

“American Idol” airs Sunday nights on ABC with episodes available to stream on Hulu the next day.

Viewers may also catch the show live on the ABC app or website along with live-streaming sites that allow viewers to watch in real-time.

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Contributing: Emily DeLetter, USA TODAY