One of the participants performing at the event
Citi FM/Citi TV at the weekend held an audition for this year’s edition of its talent hunt reality show dubbed ‘Voice Factory’ in Accra.
Voice Factoryis a reality show designed to stir up the passion and interest of music in Ghana, which over the years has dwindled to negligible level. The goal of this show is to educate, inspire and unearth the music passion hidden in the youth.
This captivating contest will span a sixteen-week period, specifically targeting aspiring participants aged between 18 and 24 years in Ghana.
Hundreds of budding young men and women last Saturday and Sundaythronged the premises of Citi TV for two-day auditions of the reality show.
These young persons are in to exhibit their various talents in singing while eyeing the ultimate prize of GH¢20,000.
During the first day audition, the judges engaged with the participants, by getting to know them through a series of questions, followed by a request for an acapella performance.
This allowed the participants to prove themselves and impress the judges, which include songstresses Edinam Bright Davids, Abiana and renowned music producer and entertainment pundit, Fred Kyei Mensah, popularly known as ‘Fredyma’.
Once all auditions are completed, the top 10 contestants will be carefully chosen.
The list of these finalists will be announced through various media channels, generating excitement and anticipation for the main competition.
The top 10 contestants will then embark on a thrilling journey, navigating through 12 weeks of themed competitions such as Reggae/Dancehall, Rhythm and Blues, Soul, Pop, Afro-pop/Hiplife, Highlife, Inspirational Gospel, Duet (Team-Up), Face-Offs, Acoustic Night, and Artiste Night. Throughout these weeks, there will be eliminations leading up to the grand finale.
The show will feature a panel of three judges who will critically evaluate the contestants’ performances and provide guidance through the weekly challenges.