Simon Cowell is on the hunt for the next big boy band with his latest docuseries, “Simon Cowell: The Next Act,” now available for streaming. The renowned music mogul, famous for establishing iconic groups, is conducting open casting calls across London, Dublin, and Liverpool in a quest to form a new sensation in the music world. After evaluating more than a thousand auditions, Cowell has shortlisted 16 young contenders, aged between 15 and 19, who will advance to a new round of auditions in Miami.
During this exciting stage, the talented group will learn to collaborate and harmonize, while Cowell assesses their chemistry and vocal skills to determine if they can follow in the footsteps of his most successful acts. Fans and music enthusiasts are already eager to see who will ultimately make the cut.
Among the finalists is Aron, a 16-year-old from England, who has been passionate about performing from a young age, inspired by memorable moments on stage during school plays. The energetic Cruz, 19, has extensive performance experience, having played a young Michael Jackson and dreams of making people happy through music.
Danny, 16, exudes charisma and was encouraged by his aunt to pursue singing, while Evan, 18, has been performing almost his entire life and is motivated by the legendary Michael Jackson. Filip, hailing from the Czech Republic, aims to be a music role model for his region while dreaming of a peaceful family life after a successful career. Hendrik, 19, brings a calm demeanor to the group owing to his professional singer mother, while Jake E-B, 18, hopes to shine under Cowell’s mentorship.
Jake G., also 18, overcame initial nerves to showcase his singing talent, while 19-year-old Joe is stepping out of his comfort zone to pursue a music career. John, 17, has a background in choirs and open mic nights, and Josh, 17, is eager to prove his confidence after auditioning alongside a friend. Meanwhile, Leon and Max, both 16, have shown musical promise from an early age and are ready to seize this opportunity. Nicolas, 16, impressed Cowell with his stage presence, while Samuel, 19, took a spontaneous leap of faith to audition and is keen on building his music career.
As these young talents embark on their journey in the competitive music industry, viewers can look forward to an inspiring showcase of their abilities and aspirations. The docuseries captures the raw ambition and determination of these hopefuls, making it a must-watch for fans of music and talent discovery. With Cowell at the helm, the possibilities for the next boy band sensation are virtually limitless.