Netflix has announced that Nicole Scherzinger will serve as mentor and judge in the new unscripted series Building the Band. Joining Scherzinger as judges on Building the Band will be Liam Payne and Kelly Rowland, with AJ McLean serving as host of the series.

Per an official synopsis, ‘Building the Band’: “brings together talented singers for a truly unique competition show where building the perfect band is all about chemistry. The singers are in complete control as they seek to form their own bands in individual “booths” without ever seeing each other. All they have to go on is musical compatibility, connection, chemistry, and merit. 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.”

Remarkable Entertainment’s Cat Lawson shared in a statement: “Building the Band is a brave and bold undertaking for all involved as we hand over power to the singers themselves to form their own band based on chemistry first. With looks out of the equation, can they create a deeper connection with their bandmates? With limited bands, there are difficult decisions and heart-stopping moments along the way, but ultimately the outcome is truly amazing, with bands forming, who in my opinion are worthy of the very biggest stage!”

Filming is set to begin shortly, with additional guest judges to be announced at a later date.

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