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Melanie Amaro & Elton John – Superbowl Pepsi Ad Sneak Peek (VIDEO)

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Pepsi has released details and a video sneak peek of Melanie Amaro’s Superbowl ad. The Pepsi ad is part of her prize package–that included a 5 million dollar recording contract–for winning the inaugural season of the X Factor.

The legendary pop star, Elton John, is featured the 60s spot.

UPDATE: Elton John on GMA

Watch after the jump.

X Factor’s Astro on Person of Interest – First Look (Photo)

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Photo: Check out this first look of X Factor’s 15 year old rapper on the CBS procedural, Person of Interest.

XFactor’s Astro To Star in Person of Interest on February 9

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According to the January 22^nd issue of Entertainment Weekly, 15 year old X Factor rapper, Astro will be plotting a murder–on CBS’ “Person of Interest”.

Etta James Dies at 73

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Singing legend, Etta James has died. Her songs became ubiquitous on singing competitions such as American Idol and the X Factor. Kelly Clarkson auditioned in Dallas with “At Last” and , Rachel Crow personally chose “I’d Rather Go Blind” to sing in competition.

Chris Rene – Young Homie – Full Studio Song

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Audio: Listen to a full song stream of the studio version of “Young Homie” from X Factor contestant, Chris Rene.

Listen after the jump.

X Factor’s Chris Rene, Marcus Canty and Astro Signed to Epic Records (Official)

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Official press release from Epic Records announcing the signing of X Factor alums, Chris Rene, Marcus Canty and Astro. L.A. Reid is the chairman of Epic and will be working closely with all three.

X Factor’s Astro Signed to Epic Records

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The Daily News is reporting that X Factor teen rapper, Astro, has signed a deal with L.A. Reid’s Epic Records. The 15 year old was eliminated in 5th place.

X Factor’s Chris Rene Confirms Deal with Epic Records

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X Factor 3rd place finisher, confirms to Entertainment Weekly that he’ll be officially signing to Epic Records.

One Direction – “One Thing” Music Video and Tour Dates

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VIDEO: Watch the new “One Thing” music video from the X Factor UK alums, One Direction. And check out the tour dates after the jump.

Josh Krajcik Reveals: No X Factor Tour

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X Factor runner-up, Josh Krajcik told Columbus Alive that X Factor bosses considered a US tour for the X Factor alums, but decided against it.