Jelly Roll will be the "artist-in-residence" for American Idol's 23rd season, multiplying how Nashville's country music industry impacts the program.

Jelly Roll is headed to "American Idol" as the show's first-ever Artist in Residence. In his new capacity, the "Save Me" hitmaker will be a "permanent fixture this season," working closely with this year's "American Idol" hopefuls to give "firsthand advice on how to navigate the journey," according to a representative for ABC.

The country star will be a fixture on season 23 of the series following his stint as a mentor in Aulani last year