SPOILER ALERT: Particulars observe for Season 13, Episode 8 of “The Masked Singer,” “Boy Band Night time,” which aired April 2 on Fox.
Wu-Tang is for the youngsters, and “Masked Singer” welcomes audiences younger and previous as properly. On Wednesday’s “Boy Band”-themed episode of the hit Fox competitors, Technique Man was the following celeb to be unmasked, as he was revealed to be the voice beneath the “Stud Muffin” costume.
“I might not be in a boy band, however I do know what it’s prefer to be part of a brotherhood,” Technique Man stated in his pre-taped bundle as Stud Muffin, referring to Wu Tang Clan. “We grew up collectively, blew up collectively. There was no restrict to what we may do. However once you’ve received a very good factor going, folks attempt to poison it. However on the finish of the day, nothing can come between me and my workforce. Now tonight I’m singing a track from certainly one of my favourite teams. They as soon as despatched me a birthday message, so that is my reward to them.” He carried out “Poison,” by Bell Biv DeVoe, on the episode.
For Stud Muffin, Rita Ora received it proper with Technique Man, and Robin Thicke agreed. Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg named M.C. Hammer. Ken Jeong went with 2 Chainz.
“Changing into Stud Muffin is smart as a result of I’ve had a muffin time nearly all of my life,” Technique Man as Stud Muffin stated throughout his voiceover final week. “I’ve at all times stated, if I may have any dream job, I might be a mascot. You get folks pumped up and no one is aware of who you’re! In order that’s why I’m right here as Stud Muffin, to rep my workforce. I discovered from day one having a robust crew is the one technique to rating. However earlier than we have been sweeping up the competitors, I used to be sweeping up the flooring. Actually. Till I discovered my proper hook and my shot on the massive time. Me and my crew went from the muffin backside to the muffin prime. However we’re nonetheless these hungry gamers we have been from the bounce. Now, this Stud Muffin is right here to hype you all up. As a result of I’m right here to win.”
Technique Man as Stud Muffin joins Candace Cameron Bure as Cherry Blossom, James Van Der Beek as Griffin, Taste Flav as Area Ranger, Sheana Shay as Bat, Aubrey O’Day as Ant, Oscar de la Hoya as Fuzzy Peas and Cedric the Entertainer as Honey Pot because the celebrities unmasked on “The Masked Singer” Season 13.
“Boy Band Night time” kicked off with the Group C performers singing “All people (Backstreet’s Again),” by the Backstreet Boys.
This episode was a part of the Group C competitors, which is able to in the end finish with two extra contestants shifting on to the “Fortunate Six.” Up to now, that group contains Group A winners Coral and Paparazzo, and Group B winners Pearl and Boogie Woogie.
Again for Season 13 are host Nick Cannon, alongside panelists Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, Rita Ora and Robin Thicke. Ora was on the desk for a 3rd consecutive season to fill in for Nicole Scherzinger.
New this season, a mysterious masked character dubbed “Detective Fortunate Duck” will seem all through the season to provide clues and assist the panelists “quack” the case of who’s beneath the masks. This week, Season 2 winner Wayne Brady appeared to provide a clue to “my journey buddy, Stud Muffin. Right here it’s: He has shared the stage with Ken.”
Additionally new: The “Crack the Case” clue circumstances, by which extra clues are shared in regards to the eradicated contestant. For Stud Muffin, the clue was a avenue signal that stated, “Stud Muffin District.” “They named a complete avenue after us, me and my crew. Whomever drives down that avenue is proof that I existed.”
“The Masked Singer” Season 13 themed episodes embrace a tribute to franchises “Shrek” and “Ghostbusters,” in addition to the Grand Ole Opry because it hits its one hundredth anniversary. Additionally on faucet are a tribute to the Rat Pack and themes akin to “Voices of Olympus: Unmasking of the Gods,” “Carnival,” “Boy Bands,” “Many years,” “Fortunate 6 Pace Guessing,” a “Conflict of the Masks” and the return of “Soundtrack of My Life.”
Masked contestants in Season 13 embrace Honey Pot, Area Ranger, Cherry Blossom, Coral, Fuzzy Peas, Ant, Paparazzo, Griffin, Boogie Woogie, Pearl, Bat, Yorkie, Stud Muffin, Nessy and Mad Scientist Monster.
Watch the unmasking of Technique Man right here:
Right here have been the performances on Wednesday’s Episode 8, “Boy Band Night time”:
Nessy, “The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
Nessy
Music: “Tearin’ Up My Coronary heart,” by *NSYNC
Panel guesses: Dave Matthews, Darius Rucker, Pat Monahan
Nick Cannon T-shirt cannon clue: Shot by *NSYNC’s Chris Kirkpatrick (Season 8’s Hummingbird), who thought it was a rustic singer: A t-shirt that includes Nessy in a coronary heart. “Similar to a boy bander, I used to be additionally recognized for my love songs.”
Nessy voiceover: “That is so surprising. I by no means thought I’d be singing a boy band track. However have a look at me. I’m dedicated to the bit, and I really like a very good theme night time. Again within the peak of the boy band days, music was so aggressive. I used to be combating these guys for TRL spots, charts and CD gross sales. However there was one boy band that stored getting in my means. *NSYNC. We at all times appeared to be neck and neck, and it tore up my coronary heart when these boys consistently got here out on prime. So once we confronted off at a celeb golf event, I knew it was my time to settle the feud as soon as and for all. I’m gonna win, after which I performed the worst recreation of my life. I crashed and burned. Whereas they might have had a greater rating, I received to boost a glass with these guys, and we had a reasonably good time. I spotted, simply being within the recreation is large. What a cool membership we’re all part of. Now all these years later, I type of miss that pleasant competitors, which is why I’m loving being right here. So this one is for you, *NSYNC. Can’t wait to listen to you guys sing certainly one of my songs subsequent.”
Earlier track: “Roxanne,” by The Police
Earlier panel guesses: Gene Simmons, Dan Reynolds, Daryl Corridor
Stud Muffin, “The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
Stud Muffin
Music: “Poison,” by Bell Biv DeVoe
Panel guesses: Technique Man, M.C. Hammer, 2 Chainz
Nick Cannon T-shirt cannon clue: Shot by Omarion (Season 5’s Yeti) T-shirt with “Substances: Sprint of sugar, sprinkle of flour, a Grammy of gold.” “All of the elements have been there. I’m further pleased with this one.”
Stud Muffin voiceover: “Hear up. I’m gonna bake up a bit of historical past on boy bands for you. Listen, Jenny. Earlier than NKOTB, Backstreet Boys and *NSYNC, it began with crooners just like the Temptations, the 4 Tops, who impressed teams like Boyz II Males, New Version, Bell Biv DeVoe. Now, I might not be in a boy band, however I do know what it’s prefer to be part of a brotherhood. We grew up collectively, blew up collectively. There was no restrict to what we may do. However once you’ve received a very good factor going, folks attempt to poison it. However on the finish of the day, nothing can come between me and my workforce. Now tonight I’m singing a track from certainly one of my favourite teams. They as soon as despatched me a birthday message, so that is my reward to them.”
Earlier track: “Soar Round,” by Home of Ache
Earlier panel guesses: Technique Man, Shaquille O’Neal, Michael Jordan
Yorkie, “The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
Yorkie
Music: “Step By Step,” by New Youngsters on the Block
Panel guesses: Teresa Giudice, Paris Hilton, Erika Jayne
Nick Cannon T-shirt cannon clue: Shot by Chris Kirkpatrick: T-shirt that claims, “touring up my coronary heart.” “My life has been a comedy and a tragedy. However proper now it’s actual good. Yeah, I’ve been round, all all over the world!”
Yorkie voiceover: “Certain, the boy band golden period was fabulous. However nothing makes headlines greater than a boy band scandal. And oh honey, I do know a factor or two about that myself. When this New Yorkie broke onto the scene, child I used to be adored. Till I discovered myself wrapped up in a significant scandal, paying for another person’s selections, somebody I liked. My title was within the information, the gossip websites, even on the billboards round city. And let’s be actual, I used to be dragged via the filth. However I stayed true to myself and did the whole lot I may to maintain my chin up. I’m most pleased with that. And because it at all times does, the reality got here out. Life could be messy. Love could be messier. However you can even survive. Upon getting a robust basis, you’ll be able to rebuild step-by-step and are available out stronger. And I’m proof of that.”
Earlier track: “Sizzling To Go!,” by Chappell Roan
Earlier panel guesses: Chelsea Handler, Paris Hilton, Kyle Richards
Mad Scientist Monster, “The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
Mad Scientist Monster
Music: “I Swear,” by All-4-One
Panel guesses: Alan Jackson, Tim McGraw, Keith City
Nick Cannon T-shirt cannon clue: Omarion shoots the cannon. T-shirt says “BTS BSB.” “It’s an honor to have received the identical award as each Backstreet Boys and BTS.”
Mad Scientist Monster voiceover: “All people loves a hunky boy bander, however there’s extra under the frosted tipped floor. At their core, boy bands are about chemistry. And I do know a bit of one thing about that. After I met my boo, it was festive fall night, gathered round a Friendsgiving desk, and when our arms brushed passing the cranberry sauce, sparks flew. I swear, proper then and there, I knew I’d marry that lady sometime. However seasons handed, till one sweltering summer time day we reconnected, and I serenaded her till her Bunsens have been burning. I made her a promise I’d by no means depart her facet, for higher or worse. Now right here’s an epic boy band love track for that girl I made a promise to, my spouse.”
Earlier track: “Unwell,” by Matchbox Twenty
Earlier panel guesses: Luke Combs, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton
In Season 12, Boyz II Males (because the Buffalo) received the Masked trophy, beating out Mario, because the Wasp, who was this season’s runner-up. They joined AJ Michalka as Strawberry Shortcake; Kobie Turner as Goo, Jana Kramer as Royal Knight, Bronson Arroyo as Sherlock Hound, Drake Bell as Ice King, Bethany Hamilton as Macaron, Natalie Imbruglia as Bluebell, Laverne Cox as Chess Piece, Andy Richter as Dusty Bunny, Paula Cole as Ship, Marsai Martin as Woodpecker, Yvette Nicole Brown as Showbird and John Elway as Leaf Sheep because the celebrities unmasked on “The Masked Singer” Season 12.
“The Masked Singer” comes from Fox Different Leisure. Rosie Seitchik, Craig Plestis and Cannon are govt producers, whereas Seitchik serves as showrunner. The sequence relies on the South Korean format created by Mun Hwa Broadcasting Corp.
