“ Build the band ” starts with tribute to Liam Payne

Netflix Netflix song competition program Build the group – which also marks the final project of Liam Payne before his sudden death in October 2024 at 31 years – is here.

At the top of the first episode, AJ McLean – who is the host of the show – paid tribute to the late Singer one direction.

“When we got together to film Build the group We have never imagined that we will soon say goodbye to our friend Liam Payne, “said McLean, 47.

He added: “Liam is a guest judge in subsequent episodes and thanks to his presence, we see his deep love for music and his unwavering commitment to help others find their voice. It is through this spirit that we dedicate this series to Liam and his family.”

The first four episodes of Build the group was created on Wednesday July 9. The show was announced for the first time in August 2024 and the shooting launched that summer.

“Singers have total control as they seek to train their own groups in individual” stands “without ever seeing themselves. All they have to continue is musical compatibility, connection, chemistry and merit”, reads a synopsis for the show. “What will happen when the groups will finally meet, and the looks, the choreography and the style come into play? With incredible performances, a convincing drama and a big goal – to find the next big music group – the scene is ready for an unforgettable experience.”

However, a few months after the start of filming, Payne died tragically in Buenos Aires, Argentina, after falling from a hotel. He was 31 years old.

Speaking with people before the first of the show, the member of Backstreet Boy opened his doors alongside the Payne judges, Kelly Rowland and the star and the star mentor Nicole Scherzinger.

“We all have the story together … Destiny’s Child opened for us [Backstreet Boys] Years and years and years ago, so I have known Kelly for at least 20 years, “he said.” Nicole whom I have known for probably almost the same time. So working with these two ladies was just a dream. They are so incredible, they are so talented, they are so earth-to-earth. “”

“When I was in New York to make press, I had a few days off, and I went to see Sunset boulevardAnd I was breathtaking, “he adds Scherzinger’s role as Norma Desmond in the revival of Broadway.

After Payne’s death, McLean says that the stars “gathered” and discussed the memories they shared with the singer “Strip That Down”.

“”[We] Aparted to work with him and all our different moments that we know to work with him or to see him over the years, “he said.” It was really difficult for all of us. But this show really makes, in my opinion, honors his inheritance, and it is really very beautiful that fans can see him as he was really. “”