Hivex Geffen audition 'Wall Spa', tears and cheers from the first broadcast

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Hive-GeffenRecord's audition program "World Scout: The Final Piece" has immersed viewers with its relentless development. Of the 14,000 applicants, 300 took the stage, of which only 19 survived, with a large number of dropouts early on.

'World Scout: The Final Peace' (hereinafter referred to as 'Wall Spa') was first broadcast on Japan's OTT platform ABEMA on the 24th. The journey was fierce from the beginning, as it was an audition to select only one member. Along with KATSEYE, the reference point for becoming the last member of a new group to command the world stage was high. The joys and sorrows of the participants were also quickly mixed, with tears and cheers.

Son Sung-deuk, a general creator of HxG who served as a judge, cited "starness" as a key element of this audition. He said, "You have to be able to shine at once even in a lot of people. In order to do that, he will have to pour out all of himself on the stage, he said. "I want to find an applicant with outstanding skills as well as an overwhelming presence."

Another judge, choreographer NOSUKE, emphasized harmony with the team. This is because Emily Kelavos, Lexie Levin, and Samara Siqueira, who have already decided on their debut group, are the only ones who will work together. "We have to find a member who matches the three of us," he said. No matter how outstanding they are, if they don't blend in with the team, they're rejected," he said.

There were only a few candidates who met the judges' strict standards. Only four out of 127 participants in the dance category and two out of 173 participants in the vocal category received passing points in the first round. But for those who have endless potential and potential, a single contest opportunity is too harsh. After discussion, the judges selected 13 more people, and a total of 19 people headed to the next round.

The desperate stories of the participants who advanced to the second round were also introduced, touching the hearts of viewers. Seria, 18, who was born to an American father and a Japanese mother, said, "My mother, who raised my three children alone after my parents divorced, supported my dream. I really want to pass and make you happy," he said, choosing a jazz funk choreography and performing the stage.

Jayla (19), a former "Universe Ticket" who aired on SBS in 2024, cried during the interview, saying, "I won't leave any regrets this time." His powerful hip-hop dance performance immediately raised the mood, and producer In Jung-hyun said, "He has excellent facial expressions. I can see that you are truly enjoying the stage," he said.

Ayana (18), who appeared in the Mnet survival audition "Girls Planet 999" in 2021, also appeared and attracted attention. She showed off her high-quality skills with performances that made use of feminine charm. However, Sohn Sung-deuk, a general creator, said, "There are many people who are good at it. "You have to have your own weapon to stand out in it, but I think you made a somewhat safe choice," he said.

The first episode came to an end without the end of the second round. The announcement of the results of the second round competition moved on to the next episode, and tensions were further heightened as the remaining participants were expected to perform. "World Scout: The Final Peace" airs every Tuesday at 8 p.m. on Japanese OTT platform ABEMA.

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