James Taylor is set to make an appearance on Sunday’s American Idol live show, where he’ll mentor this year’s contestants.
Taylor’s appearance will coincide with a special Rock & Roll Hall of Fame themed-show, in which the top 14 will perform songs from current members of the Rock Hall. In addition, the episode will feature the live announcement of the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees.
Taylor was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2000.
This year’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees include Bad Company, Joe Cocker, Billy Idol, The Black Crowes, Cyndi Lauper, Soundgarden, The White Stripes, Phish, Oasis, Chubby Checker, Mariah Carey, New Order/Joy Division, Outkast and Mexican rock band Maná.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-themed episode of American Idol airs Sunday at 8 p.m. ET.
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