“Stay” added to Cher Lloyd’s album, TOCC interviews Joe McElderry, X Factor is in crisis as Kelly Rowland abandons her acts to fly to LA – and Misha B texts Tulisa’s man, Rhythmix to change name, Shayne Ward reveals new hairstyle, looks perfect, Chery Cole + Taio Cruz?
Studio version of “Stay” added to Cher Lloyd’s album!
http://youtu.be/2vLpBDSPGrY
The Official Charts Company: Joe McElderry interview
Official Charts – Joe McElderry interview on MUZU.
Did Simon Cowell order war of the judges to spice up X Factor after ratings slump?
After the tears, tantrums and histrionics of previous years, the new X Factor judges had all appeared to be the very best of friends.
Until, that is, the ratings dropped – and their new-found spirit of harmony and mutual appreciation mysteriously vanished.
This weekend’s shows saw Gary Barlow, Kelly Rowland, Tulisa Contostavlos and Louis Walsh turn on each other, leading to rumours Miss Rowland is poised to quit the show.
Read more: The Daily Mail
‘They should get someone new’: Ousted X Factor contestant Sami Brookes says mentor Louis Walsh should be kicked off show
Ousted X Factor contestant Sami Brookes wants to see her former mentor Louis Walsh kicked off the show.
The 31-year-old lambasted the veteran judge – the only one remaining from the last series – after he did not back her in a crucial vote on Sunday night’s elimination show.
‘Louis has got loads of experience, but it’s a new X Factor so they should have someone new, ‘ she said.
Read more: The Daily Mail
X Factor apology after Frankie Cocozza drops the F-word on live show
The X Factor was forced to apologise after heartthrob contestant Frankie Cocozza swore on the live broadcast well before the 9pm watershed.
The teenage wannabe uttered the expletive towards the end of Sunday night’s results show when he was told he was through to another week in the ITV talent competition.
As Sami Brookes and Kitty Brucknell were left in the bottom two, tousle-haired Cocozza, 18, jumped around the stage before embracing his mentor, Gary Barlow, and yelling: ‘F*****g have it, get in there.’
Read more: The Daily Mail
Ready for their close-up! X Factor contestants get the pop star treatment as they get pampered in hair and make-up and mingle backstage with the stars in candid behind-the-scenes photos
As a bunch of pop wannabes they’ve already proved that they have the voices that can take them to the top of the charts.
But with their future resting on their image as well as their fantastic vocals, the X Factor contestants must also be sure that they are looking their absolute best when facing the judges, the public audience and the million of viewers as well.
So getting the pop star treatment from hair stylists and make-up artists is a must before each live performance in order to transform them from ordinary to outstanding, as these behind-the-scenes pictures show.
Read more: The Daily Mail
A real life soap opera! X Factor is in crisis as Kelly Rowland abandons her acts to fly to LA – and Misha B texts Tulisa’s man
It’s meant to be about the birth of a star, but the judge’s egos always interfere on reality show The X Factor.
Instead of preparing her trio of girls for the next live show, Kelly Rowland has fled the country after a spectacular fall out with Tulisa Contostavlos.
The Destiny’s Child star is believed to have jetted back to her native USA, leaving Misha B, Janet Devlin and Sophie Habibis to fend for themselves.
Read more: The Daily Mail
X Factor 2011: Tulisa furious as Misha B brags about texting her boyfriend Fazer
AS a famous poet* once asserted: “Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.”
So more fool X Factor wannabe Misha B for daring to cross judge Tulisa – and texting the star’s boyfriend behind her back.
Which may explain why Tulisa, 23, accused Misha of being a bully on Saturday night’s show…
It seems after meeting N-Dubz rapper Fazer backstage at the show – and swapping numbers with him – 19-year-old Misha proceeded to brag about it.
Which went down like a lead balloon with Tulisa (or “sexy T” as she’s known to boyfriend of 16 months Fazer, real name Richard Rawson).
Read more: The Daily Mirror
X Factor’s Misha B admits: “I was a playground bully”
X FACTOR diva Misha Bryan admitted last night: “I was a playground bully.”
But the singer claimed she has turned over a new leaf and has never thrown her weight around on the show.
Hitting back at “unfair” jibes by the judges, Misha, 19, said: “I’ve made mistakes in the past but I’m a different person now.”
Brought up by an aunt, Misha was 10 when she discovered her mum had abandoned her at just three months.
To this day she still does not know who her dad is – and admits her childhood confusion and lack of any real identity sent her off the rails.
Read more: The Daily Mirror
X Factor: Johnny Robinson blasts Tulisa over Misha B bullying claims and defends Louis Walsh
X FACTOR sensation Johnny Robinson has defended under-fire mentor Louis Walsh – insisting he’s always there for his acts.
The judge was cruelly heckled and booed during Sunday night’s show after refusing to take the vote to deadlock when two of his acts faced the chop.
Louis instead chose controversially to send Sami Brookes home.
Read more: The Daily Mirror
X Factor: Misha B “not a bully” says show reject Melanie McCabe
STUNNING X Factor reject Melanie McCabe rubbished claims that pal Misha B is a bully.
The Dubliner, who was heartbroken when Kelly Rowland sent her packing at the judges’ houses stage, was back in London at the weekend for the live show.
And speaking to the Irish Daily Mirror, she said she was gobsmacked when Louis and Tulisa branded Misha a “bully” live on stage.
Whitehall teen Mel added: “I was shocked by the spat. It was uncomfortable to watch and I was gutted for my friend.
“Misha is not a bully, she’s one of the nicest girls I’ve ever met and I have no idea where that came from.
Read more: The Daily Mirror
‘X Factor’ Rhythmix to change name following charity pressure
X Factor girlband Rhythmix have announced that they are to change their name.
The show had come under pressure from a children’s music charity of the same name after it tried to trademark “Rhythmix” in Europe.
“At the request of the charity Rhythmix, the members of the girl group Rhythmix have decided to change their name, a decision which has the support of Syco and TalkbackTHAMES, ” an X Factor spokesperson said.
“The group’s new name will be announced in due course”.
Read more: Digital Spy
Was that your Goal? Shayne Ward stuns fans with his new bouffant hairstyle
When he appeared on The X Factor back in 2005, Shayne Ward cultivated an image which saw him with brooding good looks and a shaved head.
So when the 27-year-old singer appeared on This Morning today with luxuriously full brown hair, his fans were left stunned.
Hundreds of fans took to Twitter to comment on Ward’s new look, with ‘Shayne Ward’ becoming a trending topic within minutes of his appearance on the ITV show.
Read more: The Daily Mail
Everybody feeling hungry, put your hands up! JLS treat fans to Nando’s at intimate first play of their new album
They’re known for being a friendly bunch, but JLS truly outdid themselves at the launch of their third album, Jukebox.
Aston, Marvin, Oritse and JB surprised 200 fans with an intimate playback of the record on Great Portland Street.
And in case the thrill of listening to their latest offering worked up an appetite, the audience were then treated to free Nando’s Peri Peri chicken.
Read more: The Daily Mail
You’re not on The X Factor now! Kitty Brucknell dons underwear (and not much else) for night out in Soho with Johnny Robinson
She’s been pushing the boat out every week on The X Factor, aiming to shock and impress with her wild and crazy outfits.
But last night Kitty Brucknell appeared to have ignored the fact she wasn’t live on television, instead choosing another skimpy outfit for a night out in Soho.
The 26-year-old singer stepped out in a black bra and knickers set, fishnet tights, teal jacket and sparkly shoes as she hit London with fellow X Factor contestant Johnny Robinson.
Read more: The Daily Mail
‘It’s excruciating to look at” Sinead O’Conner slams Gary Barlow for the way he treats X Factor contestants
It’s safe to say that Sinead O’Connor is not a fan of the X Factor.
Especially judge Gary Barlow who she has slammed for the way that he treats the talent show contestants.
The Irish singer said it is ‘excruciating’ watching the Take That star and the looks he gives the young hopefuls.
She said: ‘I find it hard to watch it because I can’t stand the way some of the judges treat the performers.
‘That guy Gary Barlow he has this horrible way of looking at people. If he was my son I’d be having a serious word with him about the way he’s talking to people or treating people. I find it excruciating to look at.’
Read more: The Daily Mail
Falling In Love: Is Cheryl Cole getting close to Taio Cruz after finally forgetting Ashley?
There may have been rumours of a reconciliation with her ex-husband, but it seems Cheryl Cole has found a different man to keep her company now.
The singer has reportedly been cosying up to British rapper, Taio Cruz, after the pair have spent time collaborating on the singer’s new album.
The 28-year-old pop star is apparently still on speaking terms with Ashley Cole, but has finally decided to move on.
Read more: The Daily Mail
