Chemistry is crucial, says ‘Idol’ judge (The Malaysian Insider)

NEW YORK, Nov 6 — Kara DioGuardi wants to hang out with Ellen DeGeneres before the new season of “American Idol” to get the judges working together comfortably. The second-year judge said she plans on spending down time in December with the newest addition to “Idol.” “I’m hoping the chemistry with Ellen will be great — and a great start to the season,” she said at the Media and Money conference ...