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Man Steals Car After X Factor Audition in New Orleans

Debbie Ray — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:25:16 +0000

He was invited to New York City for another round of tryouts. He may not make it there, though, because he stole a car Monday night.

Billy Moore Tries to Sing Journey's 'Don't Stop Believing' on X Factor [Video]

Debbie Ray — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:24:08 +0000

Billy Moore couldn't find the right notes, but with a little help from his friends, watch what happens...

'X Factor' Live Recap: Top 12 Perform Diva Songs

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 11:41:15 +0000

On tonight's (Nov. 14) live performance episode of 'X Factor,' the remaining contestants were tasked with performing diva songs. While the judges on these shows often steer contestants away from performing songs by Mariah, Whitney and Celine, they encouraged it tonight.

'X Factor' Recap: Another One Bites the Dust

Alexandra Capotorto — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:13:38 +0000

There's a multitude of live results shows airing tonight -- okay, maybe two isn't a multitude, but you get the picture. Both 'X Factor' and 'The Voice' will go head-to-head in a live results battle of epic proportions, probably much to the dismay of Simon Cowell.

Bruno Mars' Sisters Threaten 'X Factor' Contestants

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 22:11:40 +0000

Bruno Mars‘ sisters – all four of ‘em– are no joke. They are threatening to sue the all-girl ‘X Factor‘ group known as the Lylas since the sisters already use that name! Mars’ four female sibs comprise the Lylas, an R&B singing group with a modeling contract in the Philippines. Clearly, Mars (real name: Peter Hernandez) [...]

Demi Lovato Reveals Who She's Rooting for Most on 'X Factor'

Jessica Sager — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 20:30:16 +0000

Demi Lovato is playing favorites on ‘X Factor‘ — and the contestant she’s rooting for the most may surprise fans of the show. Lovato, who’s coaching the Young Adults on the show, is cheering on someone from her own team, but not the contestant we originally thought! “Of course, I’m rooting for the people in [...]

'X Factor' Boot Camp Recap: Contestants Sing In Front of One Another

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 01:50:19 +0000

The audition rounds are over and 'X Factor' is moving full steam ahead with the boot camp phase, where the men will be separated from the boys, the women from the girls, the musical wheat from the chaff. By the end of the week, only 24 contestants will remain out of 120. Only the strong survive.

Willie Jones Goes Country in 'Your Man' to Get to Next Round on 'X Factor'

Alexandra Capotorto — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 01:20:12 +0000

'X Factor' auditions continued as the gang of judges headed down south to Greensboro, N.C. Britney Spears admitted she felt at home there because she's from the south, and the weather was very reminiscent of her home state of Lousiana, but we all know this is the episode where lightning strikes and Spears freaks out, something we're very much looking forward to!

Willie Jones was the first to audition. With a Kid n' Play haircut and dressed in jeans, a jean vest, and a plaid button down hanging around his waist, Demi Lovato said he looked like the fresh Prince of Bel Air, and she was spot on. But as we were waiting for Jones to thrill us with something fast and loud, he opted for 'Your Man' by Josh Turner, a country song.

'X Factor' Spoiler: Find Out Which Team Works with Britney Spears!

Jessica Sager — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:00:12 +0000

'X Factor' auditions are in full swing, but don't forget: The ones we're seeing right now were already taped, and the contestants are already going to their judges' houses in the post-bootcamp phase. And we have a spoiler: We know which team gets to work with Britney Spears! If you don't want to know which group she has, read no further!

Britney Spears' Former Duet Parter Don Philip Says He Was 'Set Up' on 'X Factor'

Nadine Cheung — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 18:24:05 +0000

Britney Spears was surprised to see her former duet partner Don Philip on the ‘X Factor‘ stage, but after being voted from the audition round, the 32-year-old now says he was “set up.” While audiences heard bits of Philip’s story, there apparently was a lot they didn’t see. The singer, who collaborated with Spears on [...]

Other Versions of 'Feeling Good' – Including the Original

Debbie Ray — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 15:00:11 +0000

Carly Rose Sonenclar blew everyone away with her rendition of 'Feeling Good' on the X Factor Thursday night, so I decided to check out some of the other versions of the iconic song. It was written for the Broadway musical 'The Roar of the Greasepaint- The Smell of the Crowd' and sung by Cy Grant in 1964. It's been recorded dozens of times by artists as diverse as John Coltrane, Muse and Lil' Wayne. Check out these other versions and tell us who you think did it best.

X Factor Standout Carly Rose Sonenclar is Broadway Veteran

Debbie Ray — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 13:04:55 +0000

Think you recognized Carly Rose Sonenclar last night on the X Factor? She’s the thirteen year old who wowed Britney, Demi, LA and Simon with her rendition of ‘Feeling Good.’ She may be young, but she’s no rookie. Her Broadway and film experience, along with her incredible talent, paid off big time on the X [...]

Britney Spears and Simon Cowell Talk About Being 'Looney' on 'Jimmy Kimmel'

Nadine Cheung — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 09:20:35 +0000

Britney Spears and Simon Cowell have been making the media rounds to promote the new season of 'X Factor,' and last night the pair stopped by 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' for an entertaining chat.

Alanis Morissette Says 'American Idol' + 'X Factor' Are Bad for Singer-Songwriters

Jessica Sager — Sun, 26 Aug 2012 20:00:26 +0000

In an interesting turn of events, Alanis Morissette has come out saying that reality shows like ‘American Idol‘ and ‘X Factor‘ don’t do enough to nurture singer-songwriters. We don’t think it’s a coincidence that the news comes on the heels of Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban finalizing their own ‘Idol’ judging talks — a role Morissette previously confirmed she was up for herself. Do you think it’s an epiphany or just sour grapes?

Britney Spears Shows Off Bikini Body

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 09:59:47 +0000

Hot! Like blazing hot. Britney Spears generously shared a headturning photo of her gorgeous, trim and in shape self in a white bikini and tan sunglasses, with her blonde waves tousled all over the place, on her Facebook page. And hot is pretty much the only word we could come up with to aptly describe [...]

Melanie Amaro, 'Don't Fail Me Now' – Song Review

Scott Shetler — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 09:15:22 +0000

Melanie Amaro wisely chose to take her time putting together a debut album instead of rushing out new music immediately after winning Season 1 of ‘X Factor‘ — and its $5 million Epic Records contract — last December. Unfortunately, her first offering, ‘Don’t Fail Me Now,’ offers a rather bland dance-pop arrangement that doesn’t flaunt her winning voice effectively.

Christina Aguilera + Billie Joe Armstrong Chat About 'The Voice,' Britney Spears + Mariah Carey

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 09:00:48 +0000

Diva Christina Aguilera sat down with ‘Extra’ to reveal that Green Day singer Billie Joe Armstrong is the new mentor for her team on Season 3 of ‘The Voice.’ She also addressed how she feels about the fact that fellow belter Mariah Carey and pop star peer Britney Spears have joined competing shows.

Demi Lovato Reveals What Makes Her the Toughest 'X Factor' Judge

Jessica Sager — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 12:00:01 +0000

While her fellow judge Simon Cowell describes Demi Lovato as a “catty brat,” the ‘X Factor‘ panelist admits that some of the title is earned — but not necessarily in a bad way.

Britney Spears + Demi Lovato Look Stellar in 'X Factor' Promo Pictures

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 09:13:56 +0000

Sorry, Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid. It’s Britney Spears and Demi Lovato who steal the spotlight in the new ‘X Factor‘ promo pics. These hot, sexy pop stars are turning heads in the latest images released by FOX promoting Season 2, which kicks off in September.

Britney Spears Gets Blunt at 'X Factor' Auditions

Jessica Sager — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:08:29 +0000

Britney Spears seems like a sweetheart, but she can sure get sassy at ‘X Factor‘ auditions! While she’s nowhere near Simon Cowell in terms of crankiness, the pop princess isn’t shy about voicing her honest opinion when hopefuls hit the stage.