Netflix have released a first look trailer and release date for new music competition show Building The Band – starring former One Direction star Liam Payne as a guest judge
A first look trailer and release date for Netflix’s new show Building The Band, featuring Liam Payne as a guest judge has been revealed. The show, which was filmed months before the star’s tragic death, will feature a Love Is Blind format in which singers will audition for each other and choose their own bandmates before even seeing them.
The talent show will see the late Liam Payne in the judging panel alongside Nicole Scherzinger, Kelly Rowland and a number of guest judges along the way.
The trio filmed the show alongside host, Backstreet Boys star AJ McClean, in summer 2024, just months before the One Direction stars untimely death.
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Netflix had previously delayed the release of the show as the producers and family were weighing Payne’s inclusion in the series. The show has now given a release date of July 9, as the team and Liam’s family decided to move forward with Liam remaining in the series.
The show is set to run over three weeks with two episodes releasing weekly on July 9, July 16 and July 23.
“Liam Payne’s family reviewed the series and is supportive of his inclusion,” Netflix said in a statement.
Now, the streamer have released a first look trailer for the new show. Netflix fans may recognise the set up, which looks similar to the Love Is Blind pods.
During the trailer, fans can see hopeful bandmembers enter the pods, with contestant Donzell taking centre stage. Fellow contestants are blown away by his voice, as they listen in to build their very own band based on musical compatibility, connection, chemistry and raw talent.
The trailer does not show Liam, or any of the judges, or directly mention his involvement in the show. His involvement was announced before his tragic death, with the star taking part in filming in August 2024 in Manchester, England.
Liam Payne died in October 2024 at age 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Following Liam’s tragic death, his former One Direction bandmates released a joint statement which read: “We’re completely devastated by the news of Liam’s passing.
“In time, and when everyone is able to, there will be more to say. But for now, we will take some time to grieve and process the loss of our brother, who we loved dearly. The memories we shared with him will be treasured forever.
“For now, our thoughts are with his family, his friends, and the fans who loved him alongside us. We will miss him terribly. We love you Liam.”
Source: Mirror
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