American Idol fans are coming down from a big week — one that included a big win and a big loss — but they still found time to gripe about a key aspect of the show that they hope will change. The final episode of American Idol’s season 22 saw Abi Carter crowned as winner and Katy Perry exit the stage as judge for the last time. However, over on Reddit , a few fans were more concerned with the structure of the competition show itself.
Those music-loving viewers have taken issue with the show’s “pacing” and the lack of live shows and performances. American Idol fans warn of 'slippery slope' that could ruin future seasons Katy Perry wins legal victory after bitter court battle and American Idol exit “The pacing was much better this season than any others on ABC, but I still feel like there should be more live shows,” someone wrote, kicking off the subreddit discussion. The fan continued: “Obviously the ratings and duration of the season being smaller have been why it hasn't felt the same as old idol, but I don't think it's impossible to replicate the old idol feel and individual eliminations, it would just take allocating the schedule better.
” The person added that the show has felt “so rushed in recent years.” “I feel like the first 7-9 episodes should be spent getting to a top 10, then have the rest be live shows, not the other way around,” the fan wrote before concluding, “Going into a final with 3 people just doesn't feel as high stakes.” Unde.
