Drama Digest
The music scene in Hong Kong is ever-growing and continues to be influenced by newer artists and sound. Stars Academy is a music competition that pushes bright new artists and sounds into the forefront of the Hong Kong music scene. The show selected competitors around the world after carefully taking into consideration their talents, skills, and abilities. In the end, 15 contestants have been chosen for the show and they must compete every week to remain in the competition. After several rounds of battles, help from judges, mentors, and more. The participants continue to improve their singing skills and find new and innovative ways to break through and become professional singers. By doing so, they will be able to pursue their path to stardom. Who will make it to the end? What will the contestants learn along the way? And who will be the champion of Stars Academy? This is a reality competition show like no other. Watch the show, and find out.
The Feel-Good Part
What separates Stars Academy from other competition shows is its innovation. The show consistently strives to find new and upcoming talents that have something new to offer in the music world. The show isn’t just looking for good singers or skilled performers, but it also looks for artists who can contribute to the ever-growing Hong Kong music scene. The performances that come out of this show are just spectacular. There is no other way to describe how well-executed and well-performed they are. Each contestant has something that they wish to prove and consistently works towards delivering that greatness to the audience. The judges and mentors in this show also do not act as barriers or give out harsh critiques that could damage their confidence but rather ensures that they can learn and grow from week to week. Overall, this show is less about the fame that comes with being an artist but how these contestants carve a name for themselves and how much they love their craft.
The Disappointing Factor
While there is a clear distinction that separates this show from other competition reality TV shows, it still feels a bit standard. Music competition shows, especially Asian music competition reality shows, definitely have a lot to offer in terms of variety. Some quirky characters separate them from the pack and they still manage to showcase new and fresh talent. With a little extra flare, this show could be a lot better, but for the most part, its simplicity does help it tremendously.
In-Depth Analysis
Stars Academy wants to shine a light on what is fresh and new. While it keeps an eye on skill and talent it also looks at the various facets that affect popular music today. Whether it’s the sound or how people perform. There is a lot that the newer generation has to offer and this shockingly works towards delivering that.
Star Power
Our two hosts are Sammy Leung and Hacken Lee, two charismatic hosts that truly brighten the room when they enter. Sammy Leung is a singer, actor, DJ, and Host for Commercial Radio Hong Kong. He starred in dramas and movies such as Ratman to the Rescue, Friendly Fire, Colours of Love, Stephen’s Diary, Datin A Vampire, My Kung Fu Sweetheart, Feel 100%, and For Bad Boys Only. He also appeared on TV shows such as Liza’s Online Season 1, Cooking Beauties, All Star Glam Exam, and Neighborhood Treasures. Hacken Lee or Lee Hak Kan is a siger, telivsio host, and actor. He starred in dramas and movies such as Love Paradise in Regalia Bay, Street Fighters, Angel’s Call, The Modern Love Story, A Life of His Own, Wonder Woman, and Love Under the Sun. He appeared in TV shows such as Masked Singer Season 5, Our Song, Roast Season 3, Roast: Season 3, and Sze U Tonight. We also have mentors for each team such as Pakho Chau, Vincy Chan, and JW as mentors of the Red Team, AGA, Gin Lee, and Janice Vidal as mentors of the Blue Team.
Overall Opinion
If you wish to see what the younger generation has to offer to the Hong Kong music scene then this show is a great starting point.
