X Factor 2009

[megan999]

The X Factor has been hit by a new fix row after the show's bosses were accused of giving John and Edward extra technical help with their performance.

A programme source told The Sun that pre-recorded tracks by session singers were used to drown out the duo's own vocals and that the boys' voices were lowered to a 'ridculous level' on last weekend's show.

A show spokesperson has dismissed the claims, saying: "Contestants sing live and all are given equal technical support."

I don't believe in the integrity of X Factor anymore. It is clear that some acts are given preferential treatment. It is true that the backing singers are louder with some acts, and also when they use choirs, the choirs sometimes drown out the singers vocals.

[sindydoll]

Contestants who join next year's X Factor tour will receive around £100,000 for the live performances, it has been claimed.
According to The Sun, next year's dates are the most lucrative in the history of the show, with 29 gigs already booked and further concerts possible in the light of successful ratings.
An unnamed finalist from last year said: "The tour is the most lucrative part of being on the show. Even if you don't win, it can set you up for life."
An X Factor spokeswoman said: "We do not discuss any financial details of contracts for the tour."
Producers have reportedly decided that the top eight acts will perform on the tour - Lucie Jones, Jamie Archer, Lloyd Daniels, John & Edward, Stacey Solomon, Danyl Johnson, Olly Murs and Joe McElderry.
It is claimed that each solo act will receive in the region of £100,000, while John and Edward Grimes will each receive just under this figure.
The finalists who will not join the tour are Kandy Rain, Rikki Loney, Miss Frank and Rachel Adedeji.
Last year, it was reported that some performers on the X Factor tour earned as little as £100 for each live date.
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its not much is it! they should get more than that

[sindydoll]

X Factor producers have reportedly chosen a George Michael and Wham! theme for this Saturday's show.
Yesterday, creative director Brian Friedman confirmed that the theme had been switched several times, with Elton John, Soul, Motown and American hits all in the running.
However, according to The Sun, their final decision is for the remaining six acts to perform tracks by either Michael or his '80s pop duo Wham!.
John & Edward are rumoured to be singing either 'Wham Rap!' or 'Wake Me Up Before You Go Go'.
"The theme has only just been decided which means less rehearsal time. Handily for the twins it wasn't Elton John week or they may have struggled," said a source.
Susan Boyle and Mariah Carey have been confirmed as the special guests for this Sunday's results show.
The X Factor continues at 8pm on Saturday

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[megan999]

SOURCE: THE MIRROR, 18/11/09
X Factor: Danni Minogue favourite to be axed from judging panel

Danni Minogue is the bookies’ favourite to be axed from judging panel, following a suggestion made by Simon Cowell at the weekend.

The X Factor boss said on the Xtra Factor that losing a judge would eradicate the need for ‘Deadlock’ – which has proved controversial in the past.

Although Simon actually joked that Louis Walsh should be given the boot, it looks like the odds are on Dannii to go at 2/5.

Rupert Adams, a spokesperson for William Hill, said: “We think that Dannii is doomed, she has the least musical credibility and Simon has obviously fallen out of love with her”.

The bookmakers are also predicting that Welsh teen Lloyd Daniels will step onto the X Factor stage for the last time this weekend, with his odds to win lagging at 33/1.

[lizann]

Are Olly and Stacey dating?

She is a lucky if its true

Olly or Jedward to win - they have the X Factor

[sindydoll]

Are Olly and Stacey dating?

She is a lucky if its true

Olly or Jedward to win - they have the X Factor

[Trinity]

I don't like ANY of the acts this year.

I also hate the loudness of the studio audiance, the flying X and loud music and the constant adverts.

Commercial tat - and I am watching no further

[Abbie]

Oh my lord Jedward last night! What was that?

[Kirsty :]]

It was awful!!! Louis is sucha hypocrit too, banging on at Cheryl about "the rulebook" because Elton John sang the song the Joe sung... well since when did Queen sing Ice Ice Baby??

Anyways, Joe and Stacey are my favourites Joe is getting better and better every week and he seems so down to earth, as does Stacey I just hope the twins time is up tonight

[Abigail]

I don't like ANY of the acts this year.

I also hate the loudness of the studio audiance, the flying X and loud music and the constant adverts.

Commercial tat - and I am watching no further

I agree. The standard this year is shockingly low.

If anyone is in the West Midlands/Stoke on Trent/Stafford area, Jamie is performing at a club on 11th December. The local radio station have the advert on loop every ten minutes