Question: Who returned as executive producer this season?
Answer: Jimmy Iovine, chairman of the Interscope Geffen A&M label group, the new partner of American Idol, acted as the in-house mentor in place of weekly guest mentors, although in later episodes special guest mentors such as Beyonce, will.i.am and Lady Gaga were brought in.
Is the question answered in a satisfactory fashion?
no