Nashville Star Moves To NBC

In New York yesterday, the network said it would embrace a year-round prime-time programming schedule, jettisoning the frequently criticized practice of saving most shows for the traditional September- to-May television season.

Meanwhile, as auditions continue for the new season around the USA after the announcement that the show would move from the USA Network to NBC's summer lineup, Stars & Strikes in Naples, Italy announced yesterday that auditions for military talent will happen in April:

Morale, Welfare and Recreation is sponsoring several auditions next week at military installations in southern Europe. The competition is open to U.S. active-duty personnel, as well as retirees, DOD civilians and dependents. Applicants must be at least 16 years old, with no upper age limits. Auditions at military installations in the United States are also under way.

Speaking of NBC: Jay Leno's musical guest tonight will be Garth Brooks!