The Sing-Off
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| The Sing-Off | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Reality television |
| Presented by | Nick Lachey |
| Judges | Ben Folds Shawn Stockman Nicole Scherzinger(2009–2010) Sara Bareilles (2011–onwards) |
| Country of origin | United States Canada |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 3 |
| No. of episodes | 9 |
| Production | |
| Executive producers | Joel Gallen Sam Weisman Deborah Jelin Newmyer |
| Producer | Deke Sharon |
| Original release | |
| Network | NBC |
| Release | December 14, 2009 – present |
The Sing-Off is an American television singing competition featuring a cappella groups. It premiered on NBC on December 14, 2009, and is produced by Sony Pictures Television.
It is hosted by Nick Lachey (formerly of the boy band 98 Degrees), with judges Ben Folds, Shawn Stockman (of the R&B vocal group Boyz II Men), and Nicole Scherzinger.[1] The show's music staff all come from the a cappella community:[2] Deke Sharon, Bill Hare, Ed Boyer and Ben Bram.
A capella groups from the United States, including Puerto Rico, are chosen by audition and advanced in the competition based on judges' eliminations until the finale, with the winners being determined by viewer votes.
On February 22, 2011, The Sing-Off was renewed for a third season and is slated to air on September 19, 2011.[3] Unlike previous seasons, this will start in September and will have more episodes produced.
| Season | Ep # | First Airdate | Last Airdate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | December 14, 2009 | December 21, 2009 |
| Season 2 | 5 | December 6, 2010 | December 20, 2010 |
| Season 3 | 11[4] | September 19, 2011 | November 28, 2011[5] |
Season 1: 2009
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The show featured eight a cappella groups performing popular songs live. The winner's prize was $100,000 and an Epic Records/Sony Music recording contract.[6]
The first episode saw all eight groups perform together, and then they began to perform as individual groups singing their signature songs. The first four performed with one, Face, being eliminated. Then the next group of four performed with Solo being sent off.
The second episode saw all six groups perform two songs: in the first half of the show, each group performed one big hit from recent years; and in the second half, they each sang one "guilty pleasure" song. Noteworthy was eliminated.
The third episode had the five remaining groups perform a medley from a classic artist, after which the judges sent Maxx Factor home. In the second part of the show, the four remaining groups performed songs that the judges picked specifically to showcase each group's strengths, after which The SoCals were sent off.
At the end of the third show, viewers were asked to call or text to vote for one of the remaining groups, Voices of Lee, The Beelzebubs, and Nota. The group with the most votes was revealed in the finale. Voices of Lee was revealed to come in third place halfway through the finale, with Nota being declared winners the final five minutes.
Groups
| Contestant | School | Finish | Number of members |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nota San Juan, Puerto Rico |
NA | Winners | 6 |
| The Beelzebubs Medford, Massachusetts |
Tufts University | Second | 12 |
| Voices of Lee Cleveland, Tennessee |
Lee University | Third | 10 |
| The SoCals Los Angeles, California |
University of Southern California | Eliminated Episode 3 |
8 |
| Maxx Factor Baltimore, Maryland |
NA | Eliminated Episode 3 |
4 |
| BYU Noteworthy Provo, Utah |
Brigham Young University | Eliminated Episode 2 |
9 |
| Solo Omaha, Nebraska |
NA | Eliminated Episode 1 |
7 |
| Face Boulder, Colorado |
NA | Eliminated Episode 1 |
6 |
Song History
Season 2: 2010
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In the second season of the show, premiering on December 6, 2010, the number of groups was increased from 8 to 10, with all acts coming from the United States. Nick Lachey returned as host for the second season, as well as the three judges Ben Folds, Shawn Stockman and Nicole Scherzinger.
The program aired for 5 nights on December 6, 8, 13 and 15, followed by a finale on December 20, 2010 (between 8-10 p.m. ET each night). The season premiere averaged 8.5 million viewers[citation needed].
In the first episode, the groups sang their signature songs. Pitch Slapped and Men of Note were the first two groups eliminated.
In the second episode, the remaining 8 groups were to sing a modern song released in the past 5 years. Eleventh Hour and The Whiffenpoofs were eliminated, leaving 6 groups in the competition.
The assignment for the third episode was to cover a rock song and a "guilty pleasure" piece. Groove for Thought was eliminated.
The fourth episode's challenge was to sing a medley of songs by a noteworthy artist. On the Rocks was eliminated after this phase. In the next part of the episode, the remaining groups performed songs chosen specifically for them by the judges. One more group was supposed to be eliminated, but the judges chose to put all four groups through to the public voting rounds.
On the night of the finale the competitors took turns performing selections with guest artists Sara Bareilles, Sheryl Crow and Neil Diamond, as well as each of the judges.
First to be eliminated by viewer votes was Jerry Lawson and The Talk of the Town; next was The Back Beats. Last two standing were Street Corner Symphony and Committed, with the latter winning the trophy and prizes.
Groups
| Contestant | School | Finish | Number of members |
|---|---|---|---|
| Committed Huntsville, Alabama |
Oakwood University | Winners | 6 |
| Street Corner Symphony Nashville, Tennessee |
N/A | Second | 6 |
| The Backbeats Los Angeles, California |
UCLA/USC/BYU | Third | 10 |
| Jerry Lawson & Talk of the Town Oakland, California |
N/A | Fourth | 6 |
| On The Rocks Eugene, Oregon |
University of Oregon | Eliminated Episode 4 |
15 |
| Groove For Thought Seattle, Washington |
N/A | Eliminated Episode 3 |
7 |
| Eleventh Hour Kettering, Ohio |
Fairmont High School[7] | Eliminated Episode 2 |
7 |
| The Whiffenpoofs New Haven, Connecticut |
Yale University | Eliminated Episode 2 |
12 |
| Men of Note Cherry Hill, New Jersey |
Cherry Hill High School West Alumni[8] | Eliminated Episode 1 |
8 |
| Pitch Slapped Boston, Massachusetts |
Berklee College of Music | Eliminated Episode 1 |
12 |
Song History
Season 3: 2011
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The Sing-Off was renewed for a third season and will premiere on September 19, 2011 (unlike the previous 2 seasons when it was held in December).[3] On May 16, 2011, it was announced that judge Nicole Scherzinger will not return as a judge for this season due to her duties as one of the judges of The X Factor.[9] It has been announced that Sara Bareilles will replace Scherzinger on the judging panel.[10]
Groups
| Contestant | School | Finish | Number of members |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afro-blue Washington, DC |
Howard University | TBD | 9 |
| The Cat's Pajamas Branson, MO |
NA | TBD | NA |
| The Collective Nashville, Tennessee |
NA | TBD | NA |
| Dartmouth Aires Hanover, NH |
Dartmouth College | NA | 15 |
| Delilah Los Angeles, CA |
NA | TBD | NA |
| The Deltones Newark, DE |
The University of Delaware | TBD | NA |
| Fannin Family the Midwest |
NA | TBD | NA |
| Kinfolk 9 Los Angeles, CA |
NA | TBD | NA |
| Messiah's Men NA |
NA | TBD | NA |
| North Shore Boston, MA |
NA | TBD | NA |
| Pentatonix Arlington, TX |
NA | TBD | 5 |
| Sonos NA |
NA | TBD | 5 |
| Soul'd Out Wilsonville, OR |
NA | TBD | 6 |
| Urban Method Denver, CO |
NA | TBD | NA |
| Vocal Point Provo, UT |
Brigham Young Unviersity | TBD | 9 |
| The Yellow Jackets Rochester, NY |
University of Rochester | TBD | 13 |
References
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- ^ "No Backup: 'The Sing-Off' | Television". Express Night Out. Retrieved February 26, 2011.
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- ^ http://www.tvguide.com/news/nbc-sing-off-1033149.aspx
- ^ http://www.nymag.com/daily/entertainment/2011/07/sara_bareilles.html