Netflix Building The Band premieres musical competition with global reach

Netflix's new music competition series, Building the Band, combines elements of shows like The Voice and Love Is Blind by having hopeful singers audition in isolation pods where they can hear but not see each other, aiming to form bands based on vocal compatibility and connection. Judges include Nicole Scherzinger and the late Liam Payne, whose humility and grounded presence have been praised by critics despite some noting the show can become repetitive. The series has introduced five bands with diverse members, such as Aaliyah, Cameron, and Donzell, and features dramatic moments like a contestant deciding which band to join, keeping viewers engaged. Critical reviews are mixed but lean positive, highlighting the show's enjoyable and optimistic tone, though some find it formulaic. The show emphasizes the emotional and artistic journeys of the contestants, making it a unique experiment in musical reality TV. Building the Band's first four episodes are available on Netflix, with more episodes set to release soon.