The 'Bealed Musician' that will change the fundamentals of auditions delivered an overwhelming sense of immersion from the first episode.
The Korean edition of the global vocal project 'Bealed Musician' finally set sail on Netflix on the 12th. From round 1 it showed an audition quality on another level, heralding the beginning of a massive project.
The fresh, tension-building approach captivated viewers' eyes and ears. Contestants hid their faces and real names and relied only on their neighborhoods and quirky descriptors as nicknames. On a stage designed like a giant ship, singers were veiled so that only upper-body silhouettes were exposed.
The judging process was also unique. Judges pressed a button only when they judged a contestant to be unqualified. Each time an elimination button was pressed, the silhouette lighting changed, and if a contestant received three buttons all lights go out and they are eliminated. Eliminated contestants can choose to reveal their faces or leave without ever revealing their identities.
The contestant who received the biggest cheer from the judging panel was contestant No. 3, 'Seokchon-dong Kkijaengi'. The opening line drew gasps, and especially Ailee jumped up on the spot and threw her arms out in cheers, surprising those around her. Paul Kim called it a "shocking reaction. I thought I was going to fly," drawing laughter.
Bell also praised, "It's the kind of style I like so much my face turned red. Some people are definitely born with it." Paul Kim, hearing only the voice, evaluated, "I think I know who this is. A talent of this level? There aren't many who can do that," heightening curiosity.
Along with 'Seokchon-dong Kkijaengi', the vocalists who passed that day's broadcast included 'Hong-eundong former class president', who advanced to round 2 with unanimous approval from the judges. As stages by incomparable talents followed one after another, 'Bealed Musician' will release new episodes on Netflix every Wednesday.
'Bealed Musician' is a vocal survival show unfolding simultaneously in Korea and nine other Asian countries. The top three from each country gather for the 'Bealed Cup' to find the best voice in a large-scale project. SBS Prism Studio produces it, Kensbus plans it, and Spotify is the official partner.
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