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X-Factor Wants Britney Spears as New Judge

Britney Spears has been offered $10 million to be a judge on the popular TV show The X-Factor, according to Deadline Hollywood. Rumors that the 30-year-old pop star was interested in being a member on the reality singing show came into view last month after reports that the first-season judges Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger were leaving the show.

At first, The X Factor creator Simon Cowell remained silent about Spears’ interest to join the show. However, it is known that Cowell wants to add a major star to the show to compete with American Idol and The Voice. However, later he commented that he thought the idea was very “intriguing.” In an interview on The Billy Bush Show radio program in February, Cowell had this to say about the idea: “I’m fascinated by [Britney]. The fact that she’s one of the most talked about — not just pop stars — but people in the world today, means that you’ve got this star power.” He added that Britney has resilience because she has been able to juggle many responsibilities, including her family and a career.

While Cowell believes that Spears would be a great addition to the show, nothing has been confirmed yet.

X Factor Season 2 Open Call Auditions

X Factor Season 2 open call audition dates have been announced. If you are a singer over 12 years old, then you qualify. This year the auditions are also open to those have representation. The winner will take $5 million. Season 2 will have judges Paula Abdul Nicole Scherzneger replaced as well as a new host. Here are the audition dates:

Kansas City, MO – March 14
Austin, TX – March 22
San Francisco, CA – April 20
Greensboro, NC – May 1
Providence, RI – May 10

Registration Location/Audition Dates

Kansas City, MO
Kemper Arena

(Reg) Mar 12-13
(Aud) Mar 14

Austin, TX
Frank Erwin Center
(Reg) Mar 20-21
(Aud) Mar 22

San Francisco, CA
Cow Palace
(Reg) Apr 18-19
(Aud) Apr 20

Greensboro, NC
Coliseum
(Reg) Apr 29-30
(Aud) May 1

Providence, RI
Dunkin’ Donuts Ctr
(Reg) May 9
(Aud) May 10

X Factor judges and host changes for next season

Simon Cowell has fired the X Factor judges Nicole Schezniger, Paula Abdul and host Steve Jones. This just leaves LA Reid and Simon himself as the judges. While the firing of Steve Jones and Nicole Schezinger was expected, fans are shocked to hear that Paula Abdul was also fired.

Paula is said to be furious over this decision and stated she understands “how business decisions oftentimes override personal considerations.”

Rumors are that Simon may hire Maria Carey as one of the judges as he originally wanted to do, but Maria Carey’s pregnancy did not allow her to accept the job. Simon is trying to get other superpowers for the position. Another candidate is Beyonce.

Simon Cowell confirms Record Deals for Josh Krajick, Chris Rene and Astro

X Factor creator and co producer Simon Cowell has confirmed the worst kept secret in music circles. It is that the two finalists Josh Krajick and Chris Rene along with Astro will be get record deals. This is probably especially good news for fans of Astro who believed he got the wrong end of the stick during the live voting rounds. The artists will likely sign with Syco music, Simon Cowell’s music label that is co owned by Sony Music. The agreement with Sony is that Syco will partner with a larger Sony Music label that will provide the marketing etc. and is likely to partner with Syco for “X Factor” U.S. artists are Epic Records, Columbia Records and RCA Records.

On the red carpet after “The X Factor” U.S. first season finale on December 22, 2011 Cowell told reporters about the Melanie’s fate:

“We’ve got three labels right now that want to sign her through Sony. So I have to make the decision within the next 24 hours.”

In the interview, Cowell said that the “X Factor” contract stipulates that Syco has “a few months” to decide which of the non-winning finalists will be signed to Syco:

“Anyone we’re genuinely not interested in, they’ll be let go. There is a lot of interest in a lot of the artists. We can’t sign everyone, but there’s going to be quite a few that are going to get deals. You’re not going to let Astro go. You’re not going to let Chris go or let Josh go. We’d be mad. But she [Melanie Amaro] is the priority.”

Cowell further explained why he wants Syco to sign Krajcik and Rene: “Otherwise, someone else is going to sign them.” The official announcements about record deals for Krajcik, Rene and Astro are expected in 2012

X Factor USA Show Highlights & Videos from 12/22 – The Winner!

Its been a long road and tonight, during and after some stunning guest performances, including the return of former contestants, we find out who won the first season of X Factor USA. Last night the contestants performed for Americas votes, doing duets with some musical legends and then solo. Now we find out who will win the $5 million dollar recording contract. Will it Simon’s favorite Melanie Amaro? or will the unique styles of Josh or Chris make it through.

In a throwback to the rest of the season, the top twelve are back on stage singing Lady Gaga’s “Edge of Glory” Excellent group performance. It is great to them all back on stage, Astro, Marcus et all. Now the finalists will sing solo again one last time.

Melanie sings “All I want for christmas is you”, Chris sings one of my favorites “Have yourself a merry little christmas” and Josh rounds it out with “Please Come Home For Christmas”. All in all the judges had positive comments for all. Simon still thinks Melanie should win (though he should stop saying it), while they call Chris original and they loved Josh’s version of the song.

Now we get to find out who comes in third place. The judges are all on stage with their finalist. And the third place goes to Chris Rene.

After some performances by the guest stars, Melanie and Josh sing David Bowie’s “Heroes” together. One last performance before the winner is crowned.

Drumroll as the two finalists along with LA and Simon await the decision.

The winner of the first season of X Factor USA is… Melanie Amaro!

Looks like Simon called it right, from the start.

Dialidol.com predicts that Melanie Amaro may win tonight, but votes are too close

Dialidol.com which measure the number of busy signals of the contestants voting numbers and based on that decides who is getting the most votes, is placing Melanie Amaro in the first spot. However, the results could be too close to call.

The results are as follows:

Melanie Amaro: 36.58 Points
Josh Krajscik: 25.20 Points
Chris Rene: 7.60 Points

See more at Dialidol.com.

X Factor USA Show Highlights & Videos from 12/21 – The Finals!

At long last we are finally at the finals of Season One of the X Factor USA. It has been a long and tiring road. We have seen some greats perform and fall along the way to reveal our final three. Tonight’s performances are going to be key and we have been promised some great entertainment tonight. We finally get to put the rumors of Nicole and Steve Jones leaving the show and focus on the performers. It will definitely be a battle Royale.

1. Josh Krajcik sang “Uninvited” with Alanis Morissette. That’s right, just after he sang the first verse she steps out after his announcement and starts singing. It is a great song, though it was fairly clear that it suited her voice far more than it suited his. Still a great finals worthy performance.

L.A. said: That was so real, so natural, you seem right at home, that was great.
Paula said: I couldn’t think of a better way to start off tonight, you were singing with rock royalty and you held your own.
Simon said: we have to judge this, I thought that you were a little bit intimidated in the beginning, but you came through – an 8/10.
Nicole said: Intimated or call it what ever you want, he is a great artist, he is giving and wonderful.

2. Chris Rene sang “Complicated” with Avril Lavigne. So it looks like each artist will get a duet performance starting up. Great choice of song, he did start off a little wobbly but he really did kick ass in the end. Even Avrile was impressed. This is definitely going to be a tough vote.

Nicole said: It was a little shaky in the take off, but you came out on top, your energy and light around you is infectious.
Paula said: This is about energy and connecting with the audience, you deserve to be here, best of luck.
Simon said: When you kicked in, when you introduced the rap, your total joy and confidence, that could be a record.
L.A. said: You looked really at home with Avril, two stars who complimented each other.

3. Melanie Amaro sang “I Believe I Can Fly” with R. Kelly. Wow now we have R Kelly on stage for one of the most amazing song of all times. This girl can really sing and is a real contender to win, though she comes too close to the mold of song greats like Mariah et all. Simon is right, it didnt feel like a performance at a talent competition.

L.A. said: That is one of the most important songs written in the past 50 years, you were overshadowed by R. Kelly, I expect more from you.
Nicole said: I think she did the best that she could (L.A. interrupts, “we can’t make excuses”), she soared on it.
Paula said: The conviction that you have has made us believe in you.
Simon said: I wouldn’t listen too much to Grumpy and Dumpy there, that was an incredible duet, you didn’t look like someone in a talent competition, I feel very good for you right now.

The three finalists then sang “They Don’t Care About Us” by Michael Jackson, featuring a performance by Cirque du Soleil. It was a nice interlude from the top three battling it. Now we have the final single performances. I was actually hoping for more Duets but its time the contestants show us their individual best.

4. Josh Krajcik sang “At Last” by Etta James.

L.A said: You are such a rock star, you made it your own with your guitar.
Paula said: You are one of the most authentic and real people I have ever met, you owned that stage.
Simon said: This is what we call the $5 million dollar song, you took a risk, this is going to be a very, very close call tonight.
Nicole said: You have proven just by being you it is possible, I am honoured to be a part of this journey with you, music loves you.

5. Chris Rene sang “Young Homie”. This was his first audition song if you remember. I liked it then and like it now.

Nicole said: We all have a purpose in life and you are serving your purpose right now with that song.
Paula said: You are magic, you are a singer, songwriter and performer.
Simon said: That was your $5 million dollar song, I remember when I first met you and asked you to look me in the eye and you stuck to your deal, you are a man of your word, a true gentleman and a real nice guy.
L.A. said: You poured all of yourself into that song, I’m proud of you. (the audience was going insane throughout)

6. Melanie Amaro singing “Listen”. This is one of Beyonce’s songs and a classic. Amazing performance.

L.A. said: That was not a $5 million dollar performance, that was a $50 million dollar performance.
Nicole said: You are the first person I felt connected with and that is what music is all about.
Paula said: It was stellar performance.
Simon said: I am so proud of you for what you did right there, after this you are never going to get teased again and you should be the winner.

Who do you think will win? Find out tomorrow in our recap.

Justin Bieber, Leona Lewis, Pitbull, and Ne-Yo Performing this week on X Factor USA

This week on the X Factor USA finals, 4 superstars will be perforing. They are: Justin Bieber, Leona Lewis, Pitbull, and Ne-Yo.

Justin Bieber who was signed by LA Reid to his record label (Island Records) in 2008, will be singing X-Mas songs from his record “Under The Mistletoe, ” released in October. The songs he will perfrom are: “The Christmas Song” and “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town.”

Leona Lewis who may be a new name to the US audience won teh X Facto UK in 2006. She has won Grammy’s and has sold 20 million records worldwide. Her new release, Hurt: The EP, features covers by Nine Inch Nails, the Goo Good Dolls, and Counting Crows, and her third full-length album, Glassheart, will be released in early 2012. Her single “Bleeding Love” reached No. 1 in over 30 countries. She will perfroming a cover of Snow Patrol’s “Run.”

Pitbull & Ne-Yo will be performing their #1 hit “Give Me Everything,” which has been #1 in 12 countries. Pitbull will perfrom a medley of songs, including “International Love.”

The 3 finalists Melanie Amaro, Josh Krajcik, and Chris Rene will sing one last time on December 21st and the results will be on December 22nd.

Chris Rene, Melanie Amaro, Josh Krajcik get Ready For Finals

The top 3 remaining contestants Chris Rene, Melanie Amaro, Josh Krajcik get ready for the finals this week. One winner will get a $5 million recording contract. However, most definitely the 2 non-winners put out records and there is no telling who would be the biggest.

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X Factor USA Show Highlights from 12/15 – The Top Three!

Last night was the Pepsi challenge and our top four contestants sang tracks selected by the voters from three choices for each contestant. Fortunately the fans voted for the right songs and we got to see our favorites belt it out. We are getting closer and closer to seeing a winner, but it is looking more and more like the interesting acts are being dropped. My prediction would be Josh and Melanie in the finals for sure, though I am not sure if Marcus or Chris will join them.

In guest performances tonight we get to see X Factor judge Nicole Sherzinger perform the single “Pretty” from a her upcoming album in 2012. The song hasn’t even been recorded yet so this is definitely this definitely a treat for her fans. In addition Florence + The Machine will also perform a single from their new album. I was hoping they would sing their mega hit “The Dog Days are Over”, but this will definitely do.

Now on to the results, first we find out which two artists had the highest votes and are safe:
Chris Rene & Melanie Amaro

So the bottom two are: Marcus Canty and Josh Krajcik

Marcus Canty was voted out. So out top three are Chris Rene, Melanie Amaro and Josh Krajcik.

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