NBC's Sing-Off

[guitarpickheart]

Is anyone going to watch this? It sounds more interesting than the other "American Idol" type shows. I see ads all the time, but I've heard absolutely nothing about it beyond that.

[deadkidsean]

Looks dumb. Riding the Glee train that rode the American Idol train.

[guitarpickheart]

Looks dumb. Riding the Glee train that rode the American Idol train.

I don't watch Glee, but now that you say that I can see that. I was wondering where the idea for a capella groups came from.

[deadkidsean]

I don't watch Glee, but now that you say that I can see that. I was wondering where the idea for a capella groups came from.
I'll definitely give it a shot, though...didn't mean to shoot down your thread first post, haha. I dig anything that involves people w/ talent that I don't have. It just fascinates me.

[guitarpickheart]

I'll definitely give it a shot, though...didn't mean to shoot down your thread first post, haha. I dig anything that involved people w/ talent that I don't have. It just fascinates me.

I have basically the same thought every time I see/hear about a (supposedly) talent-based reality show, haha.

[Sventhegreat]

Looks interesting, will I watch it? Probably not. If I was at home I would totally tivo that shit though.

[encmetalhead]

it looks like the choral show they had a few years back near christmas

[lindZ629]

When's this on?


Monday Dec 14th...alright I'm all over this

[Gaugzilla]

Definitely riding on the Glee train, but NBC needs a huge hit. So why not? It takes a ton of talent to make a truly cohesive and great acapella chorus, so this should be interesting. At least a little moreso than American Idol where it basically asks decent singers to perform annoying vocal gymnastics.

[drudo182]

I might give it a shot. Been seeing a lot of promos for it.

[squared82]

anyone else catch this tonight? I enjoyed it.

I'm not sure if I'll follow it regularly, but I'll turn it on after HIMYM.

[deadkidsean]

I liked it quite a bit (more than I thought I would). Wish the old dudes who did Jovi stayed on.

[prozacparade]

I'm watching for Ben Folds.

I could do without the sob stories.

[irthesteve]

it's only 4 episodes long so i might as well give it a shot

[lindZ629]

I watched maybe a total of 5 minutes of this so far (recorded it), and each time I hit it on them introducing the act with a sob story accompanying it. Ridiculous.

[Justin_stacy]

wasn't bad at all, rather pointless competition though. I'm a sucker for music and cooking shows so I'd have probably been sucked in no matter how bad it turned out.

[A7XXX]

I actually like Face (the group that did Bon Jovi).

[squared82]

Ben Folds was an awesome judge. I can't stand that girl though.

I suppose thats how it's supposed to go for these kind of shows though.

[lindZ629]

Ben and Shawn are extremely knowledgeable, obviously, and it's great to have competent judges for a change. I really enjoyed hearing their critiques. And I'm obviously not talking about the Pussycat Dolls girl here.

As for the groups, I loved the Beezlebubs. Hope they make it far.

[Smash Adams]

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so good

[lindZ629]

I actually didn't like Nota at all, but compared to the ones that went after them, I guess I'd place them in the middle of the pack.

[eraserhead]

Solo sucked. I'm glad they didn't win just because of their sob story.

Ben Folds is fucking awesome.

[squared82]

Solo sucked. I'm glad they didn't win just because of their sob story.

Ben Folds is fucking awesome.

I was scared they were going to make it to the next round because of their story. Easily the worst group there.

[eraserhead]

I was scared they were going to make it to the next round because of their story. Easily the worst group there.
Yeah I mean I didn't particularly like Maxx Factor either because they looked like mean old ladies and I hate their name, but at least they can fucking sing.

[guitarpickheart]

Yeah I mean I didn't particularly like Maxx Factor either because they looked like mean old ladies and I hate their name, but at least they can fucking sing.

Surprisingly, I liked them too, but yeah, they kind of look like they could be nasty teachers somewhere. Also, I had no idea Ben Folds was judging, which probably made me like the show more.

[guitarpickheart]

I liked it quite a bit (more than I thought I would). Wish the old dudes who did Jovi stayed on.

I think the judges were right about the chorus though, I was expecting it to be the high point of the song and it wasn't.

[squared82]

Nota and the Beezlebubs are easily my favorites.

[Justin_stacy]

There carring this too far with how few groups they had. 4 more hours is gonna be tough to get through.

[guitarpickheart]

There carring this too far with how few groups they had. 4 more hours is gonna be tough to get through.

They should've either a) had more groups at the beginning or b) eliminated less groups. Which are both basically the same idea.

[chasingjamie]

watching this show has convinced me that ben folds and i could be best friends.

[boxingwithstars]

my mom is watching this right now and i was like "HOLY SHIT IS THAT BEN FOLDS?" so i sat down to watch it with her, and now i've been sucked in.

[prozacparade]

Nicole is just another pretty female judge making women look bad. She's hot and can kinda sing, but she's dumb.

They're doing too many songs that were on Glee. Not coincidental.

[Hamlet]

I'm a barbershop singer, and I'm enjoying the increased popularity (http://www.time.com/time/arts/article/0,8599,1946241,00.html) of a cappella singing that's been going on lately, with Glee, and now this. It is very hard to make a cappella singing look appealing and cool, and I'm all for any media exposure it can get.

The acts are a mixed bag, and there's way too much filler (recaps/judges/interviews) especially in the first episode, however there have been some great performances. Nota, Voices of Lee, and Beelzebubs (for their entertainment value) are standouts for me. Blending, tuning, harmonies, and volume balance is what a cappella singing is all about, and you can always tell when a group is getting it right (mainly because it sounds like ass if it doesn't). Technically speaking, Maxx Factor are probably the best singers there, but they just don't have the mainstream appeal (looks, youth, energy) to succeed in this type of show.

The judging from the guys is great - constructive and knowledgable. The same can't be said for Nicole, however.

The format of the show could be improved, but it's the first time NBC are doing this so they're probably keeping it short and testing the waters. I'd like to see longer performances (2 to 2:30 min, please *EDIT - finally did see some longer stuff in the medleys*), with more groups to start off with so we can get a bit more diversity.

[alboneceleste]

I love love love the beelzebubs! :)

[ThePartialGlow]

There are quite a few compilations out there if you like this kind of music. BOCA (Best of College Acapella) is the main series I can think of.

[lindZ629]

Beezlebubs are easily my favorites. I'm definitely coming around to Nota since their performance of Down. Voices of Lee....don't really care for. Yeah they sing well, but their religious background coupled with all the inspirational songs is a little too much for me.

[*crying stars*]

<------ Acapella fan. Also, I have friends in groups on campus and stuff like that, so to watch groups like these perform on tv is great. Obviously Ben and Shawn know their shit, and Nicole is obviously the Paula character (which I hate, but whatever).

Nota and the Beezlebubs are easily my favorites.

Basically. I can't believe that the Bubs are from Tufts; I can plausibly go to their campus for a performance, haha.

[Smash Adams]

I actually knew about the beezlebubs for a while before the show
/ultimate nerd

[PaperRival-Jake]

I'm a barbershop singer, and I'm enjoying the increased popularity (http://www.time.com/time/arts/article/0,8599,1946241,00.html) of a cappella singing that's been going on lately, with Glee, and now this. It is very hard to make a cappella singing look appealing and cool, and I'm all for any media exposure it can get.

The acts are a mixed bag, and there's way too much filler (recaps/judges/interviews) especially in the first episode, however there have been some great performances. Nota, Voices of Lee, and Beelzebubs (for their entertainment value) are standouts for me. Blending, tuning, harmonies, and volume balance is what a cappella singing is all about, and you can always tell when a group is getting it right (mainly because it sounds like ass if it doesn't). Technically speaking, Maxx Factor are probably the best singers there, but they just don't have the mainstream appeal (looks, youth, energy) to succeed in this type of show.

The judging from the guys is great - constructive and knowledgable. The same can't be said for Nicole, however.

The format of the show could be improved, but it's the first time NBC are doing this so they're probably keeping it short and testing the waters. I'd like to see longer performances (2 to 2:30 min, please *EDIT - finally did see some longer stuff in the medleys*), with more groups to start off with so we can get a bit more diversity.

Unfortunately, Shawn and Ben aren't going to bring in the ratings... They need Nicole to lure in some extra viewers. It's dumb, but, at least we're now getting to see some talent on television. I enjoy the show and it's cool to have some hometown people representing. Voices of Lee may be cheesy but they blend so well and their bass is outstanding.

[ThePartialGlow]

I actually knew about the beezlebubs for a while before the show
/ultimate nerd


Haha, I did too. We used to download stuff like this in college. I remember them, the University of Michigan Amazin' Blue, Brown Derbies, and a few others.

[eraserhead]

SoCals were pissing me off, glad they got kicked off

[Hamlet]

SoCals were pissing me off, glad they got kicked off

Yeah, I did like their medley, but something about their lead male just annoyed me. I think it was the combination of the glasses and mohawk, which looked totally douchey.

[eraserhead]

Yeah, I did like their medley, but something about their lead male just annoyed me. I think it was the combination of the glasses and mohawk, which looked totally douchey.
I love how they were all like "Everyone says we're like Glee but we're not like Glee so don't compare us to Glee," and then they sing fucking Don't Stop Believing. lol. Plus they all looked/acted like fucking Disney teen pop rejects. Especially that lead singer.

[guitarpickheart]

How can they be having a finale tonight? I thought they only had two shows.

[lindZ629]

How can they be having a finale tonight? I thought they only had two shows.
This is the 4th episode, I believe. You do realize this wasn't ever supposed to be a full season program, right?

[guitarpickheart]

This is the 4th episode, I believe. You do realize this wasn't ever supposed to be a full season program, right?

I knew that much, but I've only watched it once and wasn't really paying attention at the time.

[Smash Adams]

season 2 starting 12/6
http://www.hulu.com/watch/194872/the-sing-off-the-beat-is-back#s-p1-sr-i0

[Hamlet]

I love my a cappella. Will definitely be downloading it here.

[guitarpickheart]

How exciting, I might actually watch this.

[Jake Denning]

Someone I went to high school with is on this season, University of Oregon's acapella group, "On The Rocks". They opened for Kid Cudi when he played a huge show earlier this year, he's in the grey.

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[luxoperon]

I'm definitely tuning in. I love a cappella.

That bad romance cover wasn't too shabby.

[lindZ629]

Premiering tonight :-)

[KellyGleason]

I love real, live, raw talent. Will be watching tonight.

The Bad Romance video is great just because they all know the dance.

[luxoperon]

I wished the high school group sang that song from the Breakfast Club instead of Justin Bieber...

[eriatarka24]

I love this show.

[Jake Denning]

Will be watching tonight, hoping my buddy Jonah kills it.

[eriatarka24]

Committed....So awesome. And I'm loving their choice of songs.

[Jake Denning]

Was a good performance by the OTR dudes, but definitely not the best that I've seen from them.

I'm hoping they do Cry Me A River next week.

[KellyGleason]

I loved the guys from Yale..

[Hamlet]

Great first episode. Better groups, MUCH better production. The ratings were also very pleasing. A show like this is a perfect ambassador for the a cappella community.

[Alou]

Watched the first episode online and enjoyed it. I'll probably try to watch the rest after my finals are over.

[eriatarka24]

Can't wait to hear Committed's cover of 'Apologize' today.

[TcicatrizMespV]

I'm a fan of this show. I really like that NBC doesn't milk it into a half-year season, because I probably wouldn't watch it if it were on for that long. It's a nice little nugget.

I think all of the final groups are great, but I'd have to go with Street Corner Symphony just edging out Committed, if only for their cover of 'Creep.' So good. Wouldn't be surprised if Committed won though, they're incredible.

[squared82]

I'm pulling for Street Corner Symphony and Committed. Of course, I think most people are, though.

[*crying stars*]

I just came in to say

Hot damn, Committed. So good.

[cshadows2887]

So addicted to this show on demand. Wish there was somewhere I could d/l some of those performances. I want them on my ipod.

[Hamlet]

So addicted to this show on demand. Wish there was somewhere I could d/l some of those performances. I want them on my ipod.

They're on iTunes. http://www.nbc.com/sing-off/music/

[cshadows2887]

They're on iTunes. http://www.nbc.com/sing-off/music/

Awesome! Gonna make myself an epic little sing-off mix.

[DJWildefire]

So the new season of this started a couple weeks back. Any thoughts?

[DJWildefire]

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Why I watch this show.

[Hamlet]

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Why I watch this show.

Best moment of the season so far. I liked the Pentatonix cover of "E.T." the ideas were great although the execution wasn't right on point like it is in the Delilah performance.

While the production isn't as massive, I love this show because it feels more genuine than every other reality singing show on TV right now. The judges give honest critiques using actual musical terms instead of "pitchy", especially Ben Folds, who is awesome. Most of the time, the least capable performers are eliminated, not the ones who bring the most drama or have the best backstory. And you can tell that the contestants are doing it for love of the genre (the prize is handy, but a cappella is never going to be Top 40 material), and really supporting each other despite having to compete.

Nick Lachey's puns are solid gold too haha.

[DJWildefire]

Best moment of the season so far. I liked the Pentatonix cover of "E.T." the ideas were great although the execution wasn't right on point like it is in the Delilah performance.

While the production isn't as massive, I love this show because it feels more genuine than every other reality singing show on TV right now. The judges give honest critiques using actual musical terms instead of "pitchy", especially Ben Folds, who is awesome. Most of the time, the least capable performers are eliminated, not the ones who bring the most drama or have the best backstory. And you can tell that the contestants are doing it for love of the genre (the prize is handy, but a cappella is never going to be Top 40 material), and really supporting each other despite having to compete.

Nick Lachey's puns are solid gold too haha.

I liked that cover too but I felt the female solo was pretty weak.

Agreed that Ben Folds is a great judge, but I'm not really a fan of Nick Lachey as a host.

Still really dig this show overall though, the groups are in general very talented.