Netflix's 'Building the Band' Debuts July 9

Netflix's new music competition series, 'Building the Band,' will debut its first four episodes on July 9, with more episodes following on July 16 and July 23. The show, filmed prior to Liam Payne's death in October 2024, features contestants forming bands based on musical chemistry without initially seeing each other. AJ McLean hosts, with judges Nicole Scherzinger, Kelly Rowland, and guest judge Liam Payne, whose family has supported his posthumous involvement. Contestants have full control over the formation of their bands, with appearance only considered after musical partnerships are established. Crew members have praised Payne's supportive and personable approach during production. The series is notable for its unique competition format and for being Payne's final project, with the blessing of his family.