Meet the 50 Singers Shaking Up Netflix’s Building the Band—You Won’t Believe Who Made the Cut!

I’m thrilled to announce that the moment we’ve all been waiting for has arrived – “Building the Band” is now live! The stage is set, and the 50 gifted vocalists who will prove they’ve got the chops to become part of the next big sensation have been unveiled.

Starting today, the 9th of July, on Netflix, an exciting competition unfolds. This series follows a collection of skilled vocalists as they come together to form a musical group, all while being strangers to one another.

The singers are evaluated based on musical harmony, emotional bond, and worth, disregarding any factors related to their physical appearance.

Learn about the 50 artists competing in Building the Band to discover their identities.

Building the Band line-up

  • Donzell Taggart

  • Alison Ogden
  • Katie Roeder
  • Chance Perez
  • Conor Smith
  • Kevin Chung
  • Jenna Davenport
  • Thomas Berberian Gonzaga
  • Autumn Bryant
  • Aaliyah Larsen
  • Maya Patel
  • Erica Padilla
  • Shade Jenifer
  • Zach Newbould
  • Haley Gosserand
  • Eric Tyler
  • Pillow Prince (Jared Garner)
  • Cece Keating
  • Nori Moore
  • Mason Watts
  • Noriella Gjieli
  • Max Wright
  • Briana Gilyard
  • Cameron Goode
  • Mandy Ratchford
  • Joey McGrew
  • Landon Boyce
  • Alexandra Brodsky
  • Bradley Rittman
  • Wennely Quezada
  • Jermarcus Riggins
  • Peter Carboni
  • Vibi Borghesi
  • Nico Kordysh
  • Karlee Tanaka
  • Jenna Marquis
  • Hannah Pastor
  • Gabriella Lora
  • Ethan Pugh
  • Christian Kirk
  • Malik Heard
  • Shane Appell
  • Elise Kristine

Donzell Taggart

Age: 24

Location: Arkansas

Instagram: @donzelltaggart

Donzell kicked off the performance with a captivating interpretation of Labrinth’s song “Jealous,” leaving many viewers in awe.

The minister, who was the youngest in his Arkansas church, decided to make a name for himself online when the pandemic struck. He embarked on a mission and achieved it by bursting into songs at various Walmarts throughout the United States.

Alison Ogden

Age: 24

Location: Maryland

Instagram: @itsalisonogden

Next in line to showcase her skills, Alison captured the admiration of fellow musicians with her remarkable talent. Eagerly, she desires to join an all-girl band, with aspirations of becoming the main vocalist.

Brianna Mazzola

Age: 24

Location: Pennsylvania

Instagram: @briannamazzola

From a young age, performer Brianna has been vocalizing tunes, and her ambition lies in joining a musical group, having grown up immersed in the sounds of The Supremes, Destiny’s Child, as well as several other renowned female ensembles.

Katie Roeder

Age: 24

Location: Massachusetts

Instagram: @katieroeder

Among the other competitors, Katie has earned a reputation as a formidable force. Her popularity soars on social media platforms, with an impressive 1.3 million ‘likes’ on TikTok by itself.

Chance Perez

Age: 27

Location: California

Instagram: @chance

Previously, Chance was a member of the boy band In Real Life, following his participation in the reality TV competition series “Boy Band” in the year 2017.

Conor Smith

Age: 22

Location: Australia

Instagram: @conorjacobsmith

Conor wowed the other singers with his rendition of Drivers License by Olivia Rodrigo.

Kevin Chung

Age: 29

Location: Georgia

Instagram: @kevnchung

In 2021, Kevin Chung, a Korean-American musician, relocated to Los Angeles with the ambition of devoting himself entirely to his singing career.

Jenna Davenport

Age: 19

Location: Nevada

Instagram: @itsjennadave

Jenna Davenport is a singer and the youngest performer on Building the Band.

Thomas Berberian Gonzaga

Age: 21

Location: Brazil

Instagram: @thomasberberian

As a music enthusiast since his childhood years, Thomas Berberian Gonzaga decided to dedicate himself entirely to music once the pandemic arrived.

Autumn Bryant

Age: 21

Location: Maryland

Instagram: @autumnstallia

Autumn draws her greatest vocal inspiration from Michael Jackson, yet her singing style blends the raw edge of Rihanna with the tender softness reminiscent of Jhené Aiko.

Aaliyah Larsen

Age: 23

Location: Utah

Instagram: @aaliyahrosemusic

Aaliyah, who’s often a part-time caregiver, has been passionate about singing since time immemorial. Having navigated through personal challenges within her family, she is now eager to make music a priority once more in her thoughts.

Maya Patel

Age: 25

Location: Illinois

Instagram: @__mayapatel__

Apart from singing, one of Maya’s favourite things to do is read.

Erica Padilla

Age: 24

Location: Australia

Instagram: @ericapadillla

As a young child, Erica found her earliest musical inspiration in Christina Aguilera, and at just six years old, she began to learn and mimic Aguilera’s signature vocal techniques.

Shade Jenifer

Age: 27

Location: Maryland

Instagram: @shadejenifer

When Shade isn’t singing or performing on stage, he can be found playing Fortnite on Twitch.

Zach Newbould

Age: 22

Location: Massachusetts

Instagram: @zacharynewbould

Zach performed during the third episode, and sang a cover of Benson Boone’s Beautiful Things.

Haley Gosserand

Age: 21

Location: Missouri

Instagram: @haley.gosserand

In the year 2024, I embarked on a new journey in the world of acting, complementing my successful singing career. To date, I’ve had the pleasure of starring in five captivating films and three riveting television series.

Eric Tyler

Age: 25

Location: South Carolina

Instagram: @ericwho_

Eric has been a full-time content creator for five years and is an expert on The Vampire Diaries.

Pillow Prince (Jared Garner)

Age: 26

Location: Illinois

Instagram: @pillowprinceee

Pillow is a retired go-go dancer and cites his vocal inspiration to be Mariah Carey.

Cece Keating

Age: 21

Location: Texas

Instagram: @cecekeating

In her heartfelt tribute, Cece chose to perform the song “Rise Up” by Andra Day, dedicating it to her special group of supporters whom she affectionately calls her “angels.” Additionally, it’s worth noting that this talented individual is a three-time All-American cheerleader.

Nori Moore

Age: 24

Location: Georgia

Instagram: @noriroyale

Apart from singing, Nori particularly enjoys roller skating as well. Among the vocalists she admires are Beyoncé, Victoria Monét, Jazmine Sullivan, and Whitney Houston.

Mason Watts

Age: 25

Location: Australia

Instagram: @masonwattsmusic

Mason Watts is a talented singer and performer, and is able to play the didgeridoo.

Noriella Gjieli

Age: 24

Location: New York

Instagram: @noriella

Noriella is already an established singer, having opened for Sabrina Carpenter and Boyz II Men.

Max Wright

Age: 21

Location: California

Instagram: @itsmaxwrightt

Max is among the most youthful competitors, and he particularly enjoys the music groups Maroon 5 and Coldplay.

Bri Gilyard

Age: 23

Location: New Jersey

Instagram: @bri4romtheblock

Apart from her passion for singing, Bri also adores grilled cheese sandwiches. In fact, her 21st birthday celebration was themed around these two favorites – it was a grilled cheese and cake party.

Cameron Goode

Age: 23

Location: Illinois

Instagram: @cameron.goode

Ever since I was nine, I’ve been pursuing my dream of becoming a professional singer, and I’ve been doing just that for all these years.

Mandy Ratchford

Age: 24

Location: Virginia

Instagram: @mandyrosebish

One of Mandy’s guilty pleasures is watching a whole reality show in the span of a weekend.

Joey McGrew

Age: 22

Location: Texas

Instagram: @joey_mcgrew

Growing up, Joey was deeply fascinated by music, and during his junior high years, he crafted a homemade Elvis wig using duct tape for his Halloween attire.

Landon Boyce

Age: 21

Location: Utah

Instagram: @landoboyce

Landon, like many others, had musical history as part of a band, and he entered the show with the ambition to create a new group that would endure.

Alexandra Brodsky

Age: 28

Location: New York

Instagram: @alexandrastarr

Alongside singing, Alexandra does circus performance, specifically Iyra and flying trapeze.

Bradley Rittman

Age: 22

Location: Massachusetts

Instagram: @bradleyrittmann

Bradley delivered a captivating rendition of Ne-Yo’s “So Sick,” leaving the other performers in awe. Did you know that he has memorized The Notebook from cover to cover?

Wennely Quezada

Age: 25

Location: Missouri

Instagram: @wennelyquezada

Wennely’s vocal inspirations include Selena Quintanilla and Alicia Keys.

Jermarcus Riggins

Age: 27

Location: Florida

Instagram: @jermarcusriggins

Jermarcus mastered American Sign Language during his high school years when he was part of the Theatre of the Deaf.

Peter Carboni

Age: 30

Location: Massachusetts

Instagram: @vinnymakesmusic

In the music competition show “Building the Band,” Peter stands out as the most senior participant, and he attributes his vocal style to Brad Delp, a member of the group Boston.

Vibi Borghesi

Age: 28

Location: Canada

Instagram: @shesvibi

Vibi dedicated her performance to the girls and performed Flowers by Miley Cyrus.

Nico Kordysh

Age: 22

Location: Wisconsin

Instagram: @itsnicomay

Nico performed took it country style and performed a rendition of Stick Season by Noah Kahan.

Karlee Tanaka

Age: 21

Location: Hawaii

Instagram: @gnarly.karlee

Karlee isn’t a stranger to Netflix, having appeared on Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE.

Jenna Marquis

Age: 21

Location: California

Instagram: @jennaamarquis

Jenna M performed a cover of Lady Gaga’s Million Reasons.

Hannah Pastor

Age: 23

Location: Florida

Instagram: @hannahaalexandra

In her youth, Hannah and her sibling often invested substantial time devising dance choreographies, composing tunes, and assembling performances to entertain their loved ones.

Gabriella Lora

Age: 25

Location: New York

Instagram: @gabriellaalora

Gabriella, who hails from a big family, finds that her childhood experiences greatly shape the kind of music she produces currently.

Ethan Pugh

Age: 26

Location: Ohio

Instagram: @ekpugh12

Growing up, I found my voice echoing that of Michael Bublé and Celine Dion. However, in recent times, the melodies of Stevie Wonder have deeply inspired me.

Christian Kirk

Age: 28

Location: Tennessee

Instagram: @iamchristiankirk

Christian performed a upbeat cover of We Don’t Have to Take Our Clothes Off.

Malik Heard

Age: 28

Location: Texas

Instagram: @malikheard

Like many of the other contestants, Malik’s vocal inspiration is Beyoncé.

Shane Appell

Age: 22

Location: New York

Instagram: @shane.appell

Apart from his musical journey, Shane has been diligently working on his social media presence, amassing a fanbase of more than a million people.

Elise Kristine

Age: 21

Location: Washington

Instagram: @elisekristine

Elise previously appeared on season 21 of American Idol and made it to the Top 24.

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2025-07-09 10:38