Does the New 'American Idol' Need a Simon Cowell?

American Idol is back ... and it feels very different. Not only has American Idol moved networks but it's been given a whole new panel of judges. New judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan have the star power to be on Idol. They might, in fact, be the most successful musicians to be permanent American Idol judges. However, their prosperity in the industry hasn't really translated to judging prowess. The new American Idol panel is a letdown and is missing a harsh and brutally honest judge like Simon Cowell.