Liam Payne Featured in Netflix's "Building the Band" Posthumous Trailer
Yara Sameh
Netflix has released an official trailer and first-look images for its new music competition "Building the Band", which includes British pop star Liam Payne.
The teaser and stills for the show feature mentor-slash-judge Nicole Scherzinger, as well as Destiny's Child star Kelly Rowland and the One Direction singer who died in October of last year, bringing their expertise and personal band experience to the competition. AJ McLean, of Backstreet Boys fame, serves as host.
The release of the show, including Payne — whose tragic death in Argentina in October last year shocked the world — has been permitted by his family.
The late singer fell to his death from the balcony of a hotel room in Buenos Aires in October 2024. Following his tragic death, the show's producers and Payne's grieving family weighed Payne's inclusion in the series. Ultimately, they decided to move forward.
In the reality show, premiering July 9, 50 musicians from six bands without ever seeing each other — performing from the comfort of individual booths. 'All they have to go on is musical compatibility, connection, chemistry, and merit,' a plot synopsis reads.
'What will happen when the bands finally meet, and looks, choreography, and style come into play? With incredible performances, compelling drama, and one big goal — to find the next great music band — the stage is set for an unforgettable experience.'
New episodes of "Building the Band" will roll out in groups every Wednesday, starting with the first four on July 9.
Cat Lawson, Alison Holloway, Katrina Morrison, Clara Elliot, and Simon Crossley serve as executive producers on the series, made by Remarkable Entertainment and Banijay U.K.
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