The Four: Why Fox's New Show Is More Like Game of Thrones Than American Idol

"We start with four great singers, and then people come in and try and knock them off their chairs," said Wade, adding later, "I think just by its nature, this gladiatorial feel of the show, it's fresh. It's new."

Combs added, "It's like Game of Thrones, OK? Game of Thrones, you get to challenge, and if you want to chop somebody's head off to get the seat, it has that vibe. Not literally. You know what I'm saying."