ITV brings back Name That Tune

ITV has ordered a new series of classic game show, Name That Tune, with Alison Hammond presenting the show.

Each week contestants will be pitted against each other as their music knowledge is put to the test in a series of fast-paced rounds, featuring tracks from the world’s best loved artists and bands from across every genre.

Based on the successful U.S. format and joining Alison is the Name That Tune band, a group of elite musicians who have performed with some of the world’s biggest stars including Adele and The Spice Girls. The band will be swapping the U.S. stage for the UK, covering a plethora of music genres live in front of a studio audience.

The format originally ran on ITV in the 70s and 80s and also had a run on Channel 5 in the late 90s.

Currently in its fifth season in the U.S., Name That Tune outperformed its previous fall delivery on FOX.

Host Alison Hammond said: “As a massive music lover, my biggest challenge as a host will be trying not to grab the mic and start singing along when one of my all-time favourite tunes comes on! And trust me… that will take serious self control! I grew up absolutely loving the original show so being part of this now feels like a real full-circle moment.

“I cannot wait to get into the studio, put the contestants through their paces, and see who really knows their music. And let me tell you, being joined by the super-talented Name That Tune band, who’ll be belting out some of the biggest songs on the planet in their own unique, electric style… oh, it’s going to be next-level. Bigger, louder, and more feel-good than ever this is going to be EPIC!”

Katie Rawcliffe, Director of Entertainment, Reality & Daytime ITV said: “Name That Tune is such an iconic brand we are excited to be bringing this refreshed global format to the UK audience. It’s a fun family series that not only sees contestants challenged in the studio, but viewers can play along with all the family, providing an unique playlist that spans generations.”

Lily Wilson, MD for Bright Entertainment (part of ITV Studios) said: “We are thrilled to be working alongside BiggerStage and bringing Name That Tune back to UK viewers, with the fabulous Alison at the helm. Get ready for addictive family play along and to shout at your screens!”

Sean O’Riordan, Chief Creative Officer for BiggerStage said: “We’re excited to bring the iconic Name That Tune to ITV in partnership with Bright Entertainment. Supersizing this beloved format is going to be a real treat for viewers, as our amazing live band blast out the hits in a music contest like no other!”

Noah Rubenstein, President for Prestige Entertainment Group and Owner of Name That Tune, said: “Name That Tune has been bringing people together through music for generations, and we’re excited to see ITV introduce it to a new era of UK audiences. With its unique mix of competition, nostalgia, and entertainment, this format continues to prove its global appeal.”

Prentiss Fraser, President, FOX Entertainment Global said: “With the continued success of the hit FOX series in the U.S, we’re thrilled to see it find a new home on such a fantastic network and excited to be part of bringing the UK version to life. We’re proud to have facilitated this partnership between Prestige Entertainment Group, BiggerStage, and ITV, introducing a proven audience favorite to ITV1 and ITVX,”

Name That Tune is a co-production between Bright Entertainment (part of ITV Studios) and BiggerStage. The series has been commissioned by Katie Rawcliffe, Director of Entertainment, Reality & Daytime Commissioning ITV and Louise Major, Entertainment Commissioning Editor ITV. Executive producers for Bright Entertainment are Clara Elliott & Martin Scott. Executive producers for BiggerStage are Pat Kiely & Sean O’Riordan.

Name That Tune is owned by Prestige Entertainment Group and is based on the format created by Harry Salter. FOX Entertainment Global facilitated the agreement between Prestige Entertainment Group, BiggerStage and ITV.