Funky_Munky
Put the kettle on
xMandyDx said:
Or does any of it really matter when we are all still here talking about it and theres still so many million watching it each week?!
X factor again !!!
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Or does any of it really matter when we are all still here talking about it and theres still so many million watching it each week?!
Princess_Stevie
Gold Member
Is it worth trying out for, anymore?
If your genuinely a good singer, then no. If you're utter rubbish, go right ahead - you've got an excellent chance of getting through!
Is there any real talent on it, these days?
Two words to answer this one: Frankie Cocozza.
Or is it, as was suggested on a different board, a show made by morons, for morons?
At the risk of upsetting/offending anyone, yes.
If your genuinely a good singer, then no. If you're utter rubbish, go right ahead - you've got an excellent chance of getting through!
Is there any real talent on it, these days?
Two words to answer this one: Frankie Cocozza.
Or is it, as was suggested on a different board, a show made by morons, for morons?
At the risk of upsetting/offending anyone, yes.
Funky_Munky
Put the kettle on
xMandyDx said:
You here so many stories that people who audition have actually been head hunted to apply if that makes sense. So they fix it so these people go through. I would go for it, just be realistic about what to expect. For every person you see on the telly there are a few thousand more you dont see who go for it.
fillymum
synful soul
In my opinion the show is most definitely not made by morons but by an extremely clever man whose success cannot be denied.You either like him or you hate him. As I have said before , Simon Cowell is one of the most astute and intelligent people in the business. His bank balance is statement to that. You do not make that really serious type of money by being a moron......far from it.
He is rubbing his hands all the way to the bank......no, my friends not a moron at all.
Perhaps the morons are us for watching it.
If you believe in yourself go for it.
With a bit of luck for the next series we will see the return of Simon and a decent panel of judges instead of hormonal, hysterical one and that includes poor old Louis, who for once has talked some sense.
So many ex contestants have made fantastic, lucrative careers after having been on Xfactor and I am not talking about the winners. If anyone remembers Brenda from a few years ago, she has an amazing career in the West End and was on morning T.V. today. I think she was about 4th in her year. Chico, who was rubbish, now has a very comfortable life and is in work all the time. The list goes on of the "also rans" who thanks to Xfactor have good careers and lives. Johnny will be one of the ones from this year who will be able to thank Xfactor for the career that is now guaranteed for him.
Any one who feels really strongly about this years programme should just not watch it. If you want to protest it is the best thing you can do. Ratings and votes are what programmes like this live on.
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curvesncurls
Full Member
Yeah - starting to wonder if it's a complete fix. Apparently Amelia Lily has been 200/1 to come back into the show since she was voted out by Kelly. All of the other candidates were 1000/1 or more. So, with Frankie going, is she going to be back this week? And if so, was that the plan all along?
(Gambling industry background here!!)
(Gambling industry background here!!)
fillymum
synful soul
From a pretty reliable source..............
The X Factor 2011: Should Johnny Robinson replace Frankie Cocozza? | Radio Times
This is not a bumper year for fantastic singers on the show, so without the "crazy" contestants, is there enough left to keep you tuning in?
Now, thanks to today's exciting events, there's a vacancy in the X Factor house. Perhaps the producers will decide to leave it empty and simply cancel a double eviction... or maybe, just maybe, they might add one final BIG TWIST to the competition, and bring a little showbiz sparkle and smile back to the show in the shape of Johnny Robinson.
The judges struggled to choose between Johnny and Kitty at this weekend's eviction show (particularly Louis Walsh - yes, he was crying), so surely this is their chance to have their cake and eat it.
Bookies are already offering just 6/4 on Johnny being reinstated. What do you think? Would you like to see Johnny back?
Vote now in a totally free, non-premium rate poll...
Thank you for voting!
Hell yeah! 78.61% (2,025 votes)
Hell no! 17.74% (457 votes)
Hell's Kitchen! 3.65% (94 votes)
The X Factor 2011: Should Johnny Robinson replace Frankie Cocozza? | Radio Times
This is not a bumper year for fantastic singers on the show, so without the "crazy" contestants, is there enough left to keep you tuning in?
Now, thanks to today's exciting events, there's a vacancy in the X Factor house. Perhaps the producers will decide to leave it empty and simply cancel a double eviction... or maybe, just maybe, they might add one final BIG TWIST to the competition, and bring a little showbiz sparkle and smile back to the show in the shape of Johnny Robinson.
The judges struggled to choose between Johnny and Kitty at this weekend's eviction show (particularly Louis Walsh - yes, he was crying), so surely this is their chance to have their cake and eat it.
Bookies are already offering just 6/4 on Johnny being reinstated. What do you think? Would you like to see Johnny back?
Vote now in a totally free, non-premium rate poll...
Thank you for voting!
Hell yeah! 78.61% (2,025 votes)
Hell no! 17.74% (457 votes)
Hell's Kitchen! 3.65% (94 votes)
Starlight
Gold Member
I never understand all the 'fix' allegations. At the end of the day it really doesnt matter who wins, in most cases youre better NOT winning. Look at JLS, One Direction etc. Even likes of Stacey has carved out a very successful non singing career for herself. I cant see whats to be gained by fixing things, after all Simon Cowell can ultimately sign whoever he wants.
The whole Frankie situation has if nothing else got plenty publicity for the show. I must admit I cant help wonder what would have happened if Simon had been on the judges panel though. I think Gary was downright irresponsible in condoning Frankies behaviour in past weeks. Surely as his mentor his responsibility stretches to more than just overseeing his singing/performing. I cant help think Simon would have reigned Frankie in weeks ago.
I think IF the show comes back next year the judges need reviewed. Gary has been petty, childish and very unprofessional. Kelly isnt much better.
But ultimately as far as the viewing figures and income the show generates goes, well there really is no such thing as bad publicity!
The whole Frankie situation has if nothing else got plenty publicity for the show. I must admit I cant help wonder what would have happened if Simon had been on the judges panel though. I think Gary was downright irresponsible in condoning Frankies behaviour in past weeks. Surely as his mentor his responsibility stretches to more than just overseeing his singing/performing. I cant help think Simon would have reigned Frankie in weeks ago.
I think IF the show comes back next year the judges need reviewed. Gary has been petty, childish and very unprofessional. Kelly isnt much better.
But ultimately as far as the viewing figures and income the show generates goes, well there really is no such thing as bad publicity!
Chelsea Lou
Gold Member
Craig is a great singer and so much more likeable, I hope he wins itNormally I can't stand Louis Walsh, but this year I have found myself agreeing with him on more than one occasion. Which does worry me somewhat but...
What he said about Frankie never being a rock star etc last Saturday was worth watching the whole boring lot of itI have also agreed a lot with Louis this year
I have changed my "judge I can't stand" this year to Kelly Rowland. She's so false and overly sugar coated. I dread to think what her syn value might be.
She is so OTT I could scream. A couple of weeks ago every act "Put it down" then it turns out the title of her latest single is Put it Down...........grrrrrrr
As for the contestants, I'm angry that Jonny was treated as a joke act. Yes he has a unique voice but so did Jimi Somerville and it never did any harm to his career. Jonnys rendition of Unchained Melody in the singoff blew me away. He had his weaker vocal moments but I think song choice and "joke" factor played a part in those decisions rather than picking what would actually suit his voice.
Poor Johnny dressed as a geisha girl wtf??? Why does Louis do this to his acts every year?
Frankie should have been well gone by now, he has a ridiculously weak voice. I'm not disappointed that The Risk have gone, they were manufactured by the show, and that annoys me.
Frankie has got to the the worst ever!!! Such a to$$er. He cannot sing anymore than I can
Marcus gave an outstanding performance this week but in previous weeks I have been less impressed. I love Craig, but he isn't the strongest vocalist, but I suspect he may win, because he is likeable, but be a Joe Mcelderry sort of winner. Misha B will be where the record company want to throw their money, I reckon. Unless she accidentally gets eliminated, she will be the one who gets the career out of it.
Ooo - so cynical Steve
I still watch it. I have never taken it seriously tbh. The most i get is a bit annoyed. I don't think that frankie is at all worth being there, but I'm afraid as long as you parental types let your 14 year old daughters vote he'll be there!
He doesn't annoy me anywhere near as much as the Janet bird - completely irrational hatred of her.
Oooh me too. I just don't buy into her little innocent girlie act at all. Last week she totally bombed....good!!!
Clearly Misha B & Marcus are head & shoulders above the rest.
I think Little Mix are really good, nice to see a girl band doing well for once.
I was shocked that they were voted out but as they had the least amount of votes then it is only fair that Johnny comes back.....but only if Louis stops trying to make him out to be a fool.Frankie has been booted out for allegedly boasting about drug taking. They're going to make an announcement about what will happen for Saturday's show.
wonder if The Risk will be back for the 400th time?!
According to the official X-Factor website he hasn't been booted out, he's walked out.
Either way though........THANK YOU GOD!!
Now, get Johnny back! xx
Well, he was booted off for admitting to doing lines of coke last Saturday. Good riddance I say. Stupid little boy thinking he's all that.
Apart from all that........I quite like the show, purely from a biatching point of view of course lol.
fillymum
synful soul
Summed up. end of story !!!
Maximus
Gold Member
Ooo - so cynical Steve
I still watch it. I have never taken it seriously tbh. The most i get is a bit annoyed. I don't think that frankie is at all worth being there, but I'm afraid as long as you parental types let your 14 year old daughters vote he'll be there!
He doesn't annoy me anywhere near as much as the Janet bird - completely irrational hatred of her.
Clearly Misha B & Marcus are head & shoulders above the rest.
Give it up Kingleds, I thoroughly recommend it.
And you call me cynical!
Reality TV my @rse! BB, I'm a celebrity, etc. etc. I used to watch them all and then decided to pack the lot in and get off my fat backside and do something more constructive with body, mind and soul.
'Tis no coincidence that my good for nothing lazy carcase shrunk from 17st 7lb to 10st 12lb since I last watched any reality show. - I did watch one series of the Biggest Loser but only for tips
Amazed it took so many people so long to cotton onto X Facotor's "formula"
WelshJojo
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HelsAngel said:
Love this book!!!
http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world-weight-loss-diary/187905-jos-journey-infinity-beyond.html
A new spin on things is that you can vote an act back in now - i would vote Amelia back in!
Frankie Cocozza axed: James Michael, Amelia Lily, 2 Shoes or Jonjo Kerr to be voted back onto show - mirror.co.uk
Frankie Cocozza axed: James Michael, Amelia Lily, 2 Shoes or Jonjo Kerr to be voted back onto show - mirror.co.uk
Shirleen
Gold Member
I don't understand the attraction of the show, it's mostly like a really bad Karaoke night only I'm never drunk enough to listen!
My hubby watches every week, well he did until this series, he prefers Strictly and Merlin now!
I've seen bits of it and Tulisa's 'You nailed it' and the other bint vomiting saccharine over everyone and then Gary with his frozen face and superior attitude he really makes my teeth itch, put them together and I want to obliterate myself!
I think they've tried to recreate past contestants, Janet is another Diana Vickers (without the talent), the weird one Johnny is it? Is the Jedward/Chico comedy act. Misha is another Leona or Alexandra, don't know the others names but the girl who wants to be a cruise ship singer? She's the Michelle McManus/Tesco Mary.
The scary blonde one who had death threats? There was a scary blonde one everyone hated before too.
Anyway hearing Cher Lloyd talking about herself as an artist on the radio today made me wanna bite chunks out of the steering wheel!
My hubby watches every week, well he did until this series, he prefers Strictly and Merlin now!
I've seen bits of it and Tulisa's 'You nailed it' and the other bint vomiting saccharine over everyone and then Gary with his frozen face and superior attitude he really makes my teeth itch, put them together and I want to obliterate myself!
I think they've tried to recreate past contestants, Janet is another Diana Vickers (without the talent), the weird one Johnny is it? Is the Jedward/Chico comedy act. Misha is another Leona or Alexandra, don't know the others names but the girl who wants to be a cruise ship singer? She's the Michelle McManus/Tesco Mary.
The scary blonde one who had death threats? There was a scary blonde one everyone hated before too.
Anyway hearing Cher Lloyd talking about herself as an artist on the radio today made me wanna bite chunks out of the steering wheel!
Starlight
Gold Member
shirleen. tell us what you really think Im not sure if you like it or not :giggle:
I have to admit much as Ive gone right off Gary and Kelly does my head in, I think for Simon to blame them for the slump in viewing figures isnt necessarily fair, I think like any show, its just had its day. It doesnt take a genius to work out that the pool of 'talent' is going to run out. I think he should face the fact it WAS huge, it WAS a massive hit but now, its run its course, regardless of whos on the judging panel.
I have to admit much as Ive gone right off Gary and Kelly does my head in, I think for Simon to blame them for the slump in viewing figures isnt necessarily fair, I think like any show, its just had its day. It doesnt take a genius to work out that the pool of 'talent' is going to run out. I think he should face the fact it WAS huge, it WAS a massive hit but now, its run its course, regardless of whos on the judging panel.
