WHO'S IN THE BAND: JUDING PANEL REVEALED FOR PILOT RECORDING OF NEW TV TALENT SHOW

Later this month, a pilot recording for a new TV talent show for a US network is to be recorded which launches the search for the next One Direction or Little Mix.

Little is known about the format, but it will be produced by Richard Bacon's Yes Yes Media. It will be hosted by star of K-Pop Demon Hunters Rei Ami, whilst Simon Cowell will head up the panel of judges alongside Mel B, Joe Jonas and Savan Kotecha.

Meanwhile, Netflix have finally formally announced new series The Next Act, fronted by Simon Cowell and released this December.

The synopsis for the show reads: "Music mogul and record executive Simon Cowell has single-handedly created some of the biggest music superstars in the world. In this six-episode docuseries, cameras follow him as he sets out to do it again — create the next global boy band sensation...

"From raw open casting calls to the release of their debut single, this is an all-access pass for viewers to catch every moment of Simon’s next chapter. Will he strike gold once again?"

Previous reports suggested that the show would be adapted into a documentary type programme after struggling to find talent in the audition episodes, however The Mail now reports that the show will 'mirror' The X Factor format with audition episodes, a 'judge's houses' state and a run of pre-recorded semi finals.

A source previously told The Mirror: "Previously Simon has looked to ITV for his projects, but he now feels global streaming platforms are the way forward. He wants to find the next 1D and use one of these platforms and launch them to the world..."

More details will be announced in due course.