Shocker: American Idol lowers age eligibility to 15

Welcome to the Justin Bieber generation!

And that sound you hear are the critics whining endlessly yet again about this decision.

I am very excited. Woohoo!

From USA Today:

American Idol will lower its eligibility age for Season 10, reports USA TODAY's Bill Keveney, allowing 15-year-olds to audition for the first time. "A lot of young, talented people are now seeking careers and representation before they turn 16," executive producer Cecile Frot-Coutaz. says. "Lowering the age limit allows us to tap into this talent pool." The show previously had a 16-to-28 age limit.

Source USA Today