The X Factor (2011–2013) User Reviews (20)

One of The Worst.

[Movie-ManDan · 6/10 · 12 February 2015]

I enjoy watching Simon Cowell judge singing competitions. I simply enjoy singing shows altogether. The American version The X Factor is, perhaps, the worst singing show I've ever seen. I originally thought Canadian Idol was the worst, but they at least had some talent and one year where everybody was great (the year Kalan Porter won). Idol may be worse, but it's all how you look at it. The X Factor is similar to that, but many more things make it bad.

For one thing, Simon Cowell is English and knows his stuff and should be critical. In this, he's like Paula Abdul. He does have an eye for marketing, but lost his eye for talent. That is how it is these days: talentless people with good looks get all the breaks simply because they are marketable. All the judges picked favourites even during the auditions. I remember there was the one good-looking hick dude who sucked. Simon wanted him to sing again and his second choice was just as bad. The judges quickly said yes while the audience cheered the entire time. And that brings me to my next point: the audience. 97% of the audience were teenage girls. In any other show, there's people from all walks of life. Many of the dudes that sucked, got in because they were cute. Half of them didn't even start singing and there was already huge applauses! The positive energy from the audience rubbed off on the judges. And that brings me to the judges. Simon Cowell knows his stuff. Demi Lovato knows nothing. She has no talent, knows nothing about the biz, can't teach/give feedback, and is totally rude. Why not get somebody with talent and lots of wisdom like Anne Murray? She may be old, but is better than Demi in every way. All the other judges were decent. C-Lo was on and off. I was surprised with how good Kelly Rowland was.

Luckily, The X-Factor did have some upsides. There were some truly talented contestants like Jeff Gutt who should have won but lost to a talentless folk couple that won just because of their looks. They were also divided in four different sectors: boys, girls, groups and over 30s. I liked that arrangement. America's Got Talent was the only show where older people could partake in a singing show. But bias did occur. Kelly Rowland's only boneheaded move was sending home a 70-year-old truly gifted singer. Why? Because he would not be marketable as an old guy.

It was good while it lasted, but I'm glad it's gone.

A Entertaining, Yet Heavily Scripted and Unjust Show

[sandyyoussef-16869 · 6/10 · 21 January 2021]

* This review is in response to francescalauta.

Through the years, the X factor has dug up tremendous talent and launched the careers of many recognizable names such as One Direction, James Arthur, and Little Mix. However, by no means is this show fair in its judging process and the heavily scripted auditions lead to impartiality within the contestants who make it to the top and those that face rejection from the first round. While I agree with you that the X-Factor can recognize talent and make certain individuals big in the industry, with such cases being the band One Direction, I cannot accept your overall conclusion that it is solely based on talent and that there is no favoritism. In many episodes, as soon as a good-looking contestant steps on stage-specifically male contestants, the audience, which largely consists of teenage girls begin to cheer on with excitement. This bias towards a more attractive appearance covers a multitude of sins and rubs off on the judges, making them more forgiving and unable to judge impartially. While good-looking contestants might not have the needed talent, they are often given a better opportunity at success compared to their counterparts. I disagree with your view that the critiquing in the X-Factor "is done in a fair, impartial, and legitimate way", as recently we have seen contestants like Zoe Alexander who came out about her brutal experience in being humiliated in front of millions. While she enjoyed her job as a Pink tribute artist, she wanted to expand beyond that and pursue her love for singing as herself, leaving behind the Pink persona. When contacting the X factor producer she sent five-song options to sing and none of them were written by the famous artist. In reply, the producer instructed her to choose a song written by Pink to perform if she wanted to make it on the show. When it was time for Zoe's big performance, the judges stopped her mid-way claiming that she was not being herself. This was very conflicting for Zoe since she initially came on the show to present her talent without any intention of associating herself with Pink, yet the producer only gave her one option. During the live performance, the judges allowed her to sing another song, however, she had been set up. The song was in the wrong key and they turned off the stage speaker, disabling her from properly hearing the music. When Zoe realized what had happened, she had a mental breakdown and stormed offstage as she pushed the cameraman away. For viewers watching, Zoe was portrayed as a mentally unstable individual who was upset at the judge's opinion of her talent and acted inappropriately in response. However, coming to know her story, is one of many examples of the X factor's manipulation of talented individuals for entertainment and profit. For this reason, I would not say that the show is fair; in fact, it infringes on some people's potential for success. While it's true that the X factor is an extremely entertaining show, capable of recognizing talent and providing substantial opportunities for some, it does not necessarily mean that the show is impartial or that it provides equal opportunity to all. It is important to keep in mind that the X factor is a reality television show, and like many, they are known for being scripted and the X factor is no different.

An average factor.

[OllieSuave-007 · 6/10 · 23 April 2017]

Based on the UK's singing competition, this American Idol-like show is a talent contest consisting of four groups of contestants - all competing for the title of the X-Factor.

There were only three seasons, but undoubtedly the highlight of the show was judge Simon Cowell's brutally honest persona and a welcome comeback of judge Paula Abdul. The bad auditions were also a highlight of the show, especially hearing the tone-death contestants trying to belt out a tune and those who believe they're natural-born talents but ending up falling flat on the notes.

Some of the drama in the show were intense, especially those contestants who sang well but just missed the cut. Overall, you get to see some really good talent here.

However, the series wasn't too popular with other singing shows, as you could tell that some of the contestants acted like the show is more of a chance to make it based on sympathy instead of exhibiting good singing, and the judges' mentoring element of the four contestant group just didn't make a connection with me I think. It dragged the show, I thought.

Overall, it's not a terrible series - it just really is another singing reality show meshed in in what is an overly large number of those repetitive TV programs - it really didn't generate to much new material or uniqueness.

Grade C+

I Was So Ready To HATE This Show...

[dcscribe8860 · 15 October 2011]

As it was, with the over-saturation of Simon's smug puss on GAWD-only-knows how many promos about it, I was sharpening up my knives for this, ready to cut a "b" (finish the spelling on that one yourself.) I'd already stuck a fork in American IDOL...I had reached my limit of seeing anyone who had even a remote lick of talent get tossed to the side, while some twit barely out their teens shrieking a cover of some great rock or blues song got to take home the Grand Prize, instead of a "booby prize" they were more than worthy of. (Sorry, but when the greatest agony of your life is running out of ProActiv, you have no business attempting to sing Rod Stewart, Aretha, Al Green or anything that grown-ups SHOULD be singing.)

I was mostly familiar with the Brit version because of the overwhelming successes of both Paul Potts and Susan Boyle, two talents possessed of great voices, but with 'faces for radio,' as the old joke goes. Still, I was intrigued by the idea that it would be a singing competition now open to ALL ages and ALL styles, (unlike AMERICA'S GOT TALENT, the more big-budgeted version of THE GONG SHOW, where anything goes...and I do mean ANYTHING!)

But with Simon involved, I mostly expected an 'American IDOL' clone for much older people. Fancy my shock and surprise when I gave it a chance, and discovered that even though it's just as slickly produced as its ageist counterpart, it actually has something shocking...people who really CAN sing! Now that it's reached the latter stages of the competition, where the judges have been assigned the groups they'll be working with, things are starting to get even more interesting than with the Audition phase, though it was a lot more entertaining to watch than AI, with less of an emphasis on nutjobs and what I like to call the 'granola' contingent (fruits, nuts and flakes of every kind).

The only bone I have to pick with the producers was the pairing of judges to groups. Nicole Scherzinger, she of "Pussycat Dolls" infamy, would have been much better off with the groups, while L.A. Reid got the over-30's, Simon got the boys and Paula Abdul the girls. In fact, having Nicole and Enrique "More Auto-Tune, Please" Iglesias judge and work with the over-30's borders on being downright disrespectful. This category of contestants are old enough to have KIDS their age, not to mention that they probably own SHOES older than him or her.

But enough ranting about my personal biases regarding the show. Overall, do I think it's good, bad or indifferent? The answer is always subjective, and depends on your tolerance level these days for reality shows, competitive or otherwise.

Me? Warts, Simon and all, I don't think I'll be going back to American IDOL anytime soon. And if it weren't for Sharon Osborne and Piers Morgan, I probably would never give AMERICA'S GOT TALENT the time of day, either. Only time will tell, but personally, I believe that FACTOR may have what it needs to take everyone else down both ratings and quality-wise.

Felt like I was watching a train wreck

[roberthaynes · 2/10 · 26 September 2011]

The American producers of the show need to make sure that they study the British format down to the finest detail.

This felt flat overlong, indulgent and worst of all BORING with a capital B - whereas the British show - which has fewer "name" judges this year what with the American launch is kicking the American version's proverbial behind all the way up and down the television superhighway.

All the stories in episode one felt contrived - the pace was WAY off - I actually almost nodded off once or twice - all the sickly sweet American sentiment was dripping like treacle but there was just NO drama, nothing -no suspense. The editing team need to be fired for this - it's a great format that's been screwed up by lazy post-production.

There's also no flash - a really dodgy final mix on the show and please don't let me get started on the presenter of the show. Where in God's name did they dig him up from - he is without a doubt one of the most appalling excuses for a TV presenter I've ever seen - and I've seen some pretty bad ones in my time.

Seriously - yanks - pull your fingers out or this is one viewer that's going to stick with the British version.

And Simon, shame on you, you should know better than this as Executive Producer of the show.

awful

[b-red88 · 1/10 · 14 October 2011]

the show sucks big time....it's fake i feel like i am watching one of those reality TV shows where they got the scrips and have to act according to the scripts......never seen something worse ( i thought AI became a disaster but this show is worse)its nice that they allow young people but that doesn't mean the show is good.....its not serious ,,,,,,you see the judges at the table deciding and smiling or looking sad and stuff and you know 100 % that the scene was practiced 10 times before and that they knew before what to say how to look and they don't even act good ..........i find it so fake that it is impossible to watch.....and sorry for my English

What You See Is What You Get

[alex-frey-pattaya · 7/10 · 25 September 2011]

This kind of show has been seen and done a dozen of times. Due to my travels I was able to see The X-Factor in the UK, Germany and Australia already and the US Version is not much different but bigger.

Obviously you need to like casting shows to enjoy the program, having said that, people giving this a 1 star rating should be banned from further reviews and ratings since there is more to the production of a TV Show than the likable factor. This program is produced and directed very well, there is a nice flow and speed going on, the scenery shots from the cities alone are worth more than 1 star so what's it to ya? Let me be very clear, it is Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and LA. Reid, you get exactly what is on the package and someone who's rating 9 stars for American Idol and 1 Star for The X Factor is a hypocrite. If you like American Idol you like this show, if you don't like American Idol you won't like this either. Opening the age limits is a fantastic decision because that gets really interesting later when the contestants will be split into Boys, Girls, Groups and over 30s and receive personal training from the judges and coaches. This is where the show will be different from Idol and since it has worked in other countries very well, it will work in American just fine, despite the hypocritical ratings on this website.

If you're looking for something entirely different you won't find it here, but if you feel entertained by great voices and quirky auditions this is a great show to watch. As long there are 20,000 people auditioning in every city this show clearly deserves it's space.

I couldn't even watch it

[CostaNova · 1/10 · 22 September 2011]

My daughter asked if I would watch this with her and so I tried. After the first contestant, the obnoxious little girl who wants a bathroom to herself, came out and sang half off key I was sure the judges would send her away. Instead they proclaimed her a superstar and I thought, oh shizzle, this is going to be a bomb.

The so-called behind the scenes whispers (fully miked, of course) are lame and turgid at the same time. Paula Abdul pretends she's going to be sick when the hermaphrodite flashes them! Now that's quality TV! The talent contest genre jumped the shark ages ago. I don't know how many more of these boring, repetitive shows America can suck up. We reached the saturation point long ago.

455th Review: LOVED it!

[intelearts · 10/10 · 22 September 2011]

For a genre that after ten years of Idol, and rivaled by the Voice, and a ton of other shows, this is proof that go big or go home really works - it was exciting, captivating, and by opening up the age limits we had youngsters and over 30s who proved that singing is universal, and it's never too early or too late to try.

As I write this 63 votes cast on IMDb and half of those gave this a 1, what show were they watching? - are they on the Idol production team? This was big and fun - less bad auditions, a huge stadium of people to give their opinion, and the return of Simon Cowell, I mean come on, what more do you want?

This is going to be a very long haul - from now all the way through to Xmas - but I've looking forward to every moment. Having watched and seen the amazing success that the X Factor has had in the UK (The number one show producing the number one artist and the UK Christmas number one for the past four years) I feel sure that this is the show that Idol now longs to be; brilliant, brilliant stuff, and the 30 who hated it can vote down my comment, but me, I'm just the audience, and we LOVED it....

A look from the beginning

[ClaytonDavis · 7/10 · 10 July 2012]

Season 1 – Auditions #1 and Auditions #2 The highly anticipated U.S. version of the popular UK show from American Idol's ex-judge Simon Cowell had its premiere this week on FOX and it seems that it may give Idol a run for its money. Though the ratings this week weren't anywhere near Idol's, much potential however, it strongly sensed. The entire dynamic of the show is altogether more compelling and moving than most reality-competition shows on television. What stands for beyond Idol is the judges' panel. Consisting of Cowell, old Idol judge Paula Abdul, Pussycat Dolls' lead vocalist Nicole Scherzinger, and record producer and executive, L.A. Reid all have a foot and hold on the music industry and offer quality criticisms. Abdul and Scherzinger are not as strong for the criticisms, often offering pillow talk commentary to otherwise terrible singers but they hold their own. The breath of fresh air is the diverse range of contestants set to perform this season. The contestants can perform as soloists or groups, boys or girls, at least 12 years of age to as old as Jesus himself. This gives the show a true opportunity to find the next Backstreet Boys or Lady Gaga or Susan Boyle. The sky's the limit. There have already been many standouts from the Audition episodes #1 and #2: Dexter Haygood – formally of the 80's band Xavion and originally sang James Brown's "Sex Machine" in platform heals and parading on stage like a drunk wedding singer. After the judges were unimpressed, Simon gave him one more chance to sing one song, a capella, 15 seconds. The pressure was on. Haygood busted out a beautiful, soulful, a capella version of "This is a Man's World" and blew the judges already. At 49 years old, this is Dexter's last chance at the music business. Can he live up to it? Cailtlin Koch – A female rugby coach and player, Koch's beautiful exterior doesn't match the occupation by a long shot. She delivers a slowed down version of "Stop in the Name of Love" and distinguishes herself as an early frontrunner with killer looks and killer pipes. Looking forward to more of her. Melanie Amaro – 18-year-old college student explodes the stage with her version of Beyonce's "Listen" from the musical Dreamgirls. What can Melanie bring to R&B that Beyonce and Rihanna aren't already bringing? We'll see. Chris Rene – A trash collector that is 70 days sober delivers an original song titled, "Young Homie." It was the highlight of episode 1 and I can only hope a talented guy like him can stay sober enough to share his music with the world. Simon said it he loved it and he met a star. Couldn't have said it better myself Simon. Rachel Crow – The spunky 13 year old that lives in a 2 bedroom with her family sings "Mercy" by Duffy and presents herself as the next Jordin Sparks. Can she deliver or will her inexperience be her downfall? There are many more of auditions worth noting, Stacy Francis, Marcus Canty, and the boy group, the Anser were all notable watches during the episodes. X Factor shows massive promise and hopefully the LIVE shows will offer just as much for entertainment, substance, and music.

Judges' Egos Take This To The Cellar

[rockysullivan1933 · 3/10 · 27 October 2011]

Over-produced and just plain dumb. The focus is not the performers, but the panel of judges who are the real drama here. Albeit, lame drama. Get past the auditions, which seemed to last an eternity, and you are left with a "competition" that is comprised of judges clashing egos. For the most part the talent is not front and center, the performance is lost in lights and smoke and dancers and orchestration that takes the eye and ear to everything but the singer. At least with American Idol the focus really is on the performer. There is some true talent on this show (not the judges, no way). But they are being lost to the infighting and strutting of the judges. I'm not watching it anymore.

don't listen to the "critics" on this one

[johnnnnnye · 8/10 · 12 September 2012]

I've seen thousands of movies and hundreds of TV shows, and I can tell a good one when i see it. And this is not one to throw away... Of course, you must be into this kind of TV shows, but if you are that person I really think that you gonna like it... maybe not everyone will love it, but i'm sure it deserves at least a 7 from the most critical critic... And men, there are some good voices in this show... no spoilers but I gotta warn you that there's a very ugly scene in the beginning of the season, which I think that judges could have stopped before getting to the votes (if you have seen it you know what i'm talking about) All the things considered, a good family show for a nice evening.

Enjoy it !

No more..... Please!

[sarahjames-54309 · 1/10 · 30 May 2020]

I really am baffled as to who looks forward to a Saturday night when this show is airing.

Boycott This Terribly Produced Show ASAP!

[stevieaware · 18 October 2011]

The United States version of X Factor is unwatchable. Mr. Simon Cowell is nothing more than an egomaniac Svengali with absolutely no eye or ear for true talent. The show's graphics look as if they were thrown together by college freshman at the Art Institute. The host is a train wreck with no entertainment value, charisma or repoire with the contestants. He makes Nick Lachey look like the Ryan Seacrest of reality/talent show hosts. The editing is forced melodrama at warp speed where a judge is speaking to one contestant and tells them that they "didn't make it through" but then, wait for it... they were actually talking to the other contestant! Fooled ya! It is hard to understand the producer's unquenchable penchant for sophomoric television techniques and overblown sob stories. Newsflash: Horatio Alger is not an X Factor contestant, nor are any of the current crop of contestants anything more than individuals that the producers feel will elicit an empathetic response with the viewers and provide drama that overshadows any diminutive factor of marginal talent they may possess.

Mr. Cowell is a lucky little man who found himself in the right place at the right time and his time needs to be up. Not a single act that he has "discovered" or "created" will have any of their songs remembered in twenty years. Genius never made a song for money or fame and those are the only things that motivate this man and his weak minded minions. There is not a single grain of true "X"/it factor in any of them, as evidenced by the fact that he chose to put through an inferior singer named Tiah Tolliver in tonight's episode instead of one of the greatest voices since Aretha Franklin in Melanie Amaro. He knew that Ms. Amaro was the "hit me over the head with a frying pan" obvious threat to his little protégé Tiah Tolliver and chose to get rid of her as his first instinct in order to prove that he is a "hitmaker." Even the staged realization that he had made a mistake in sending Ms. Amaro home was a blatant attempt to recover some of the shine he knows he lost by dismissing Jennifer Hudson on "American Idol" in 2004. Mr. Cowell has no greater ability to discern talent that you or I. He was simply born in the right country at the right time and fell into the right circle of influencers. Caesar from Planet of the Apes would have a better nose for talent and the "it" factor than Mr. Cowell.

I personally challenge Simon to produce his little breast fetish pet Tiah Tolliver and allow me to produce Melanie Amaro in a head to head, nationwide, single release with a televised performance and see which woman truly possesses the "X Factor." The only way Simon will reclaim any of his lost soul is to face the failure of this show due to the weight of his ego. HELP SAVE SIMON COWELL NOW AND BOYCOTT "X FACTOR"!

No Factor

[ThunderKing6 · 1/10 · 9 October 2020]

I don't get it. What's the difference? There are too many of these shows. With the same hosts and/or personalities. Same make up faces.

They all seem the same:

Overreacting judges to simple talents

Boring talents. Its always a boring singer singing a boring cover song.

Cliché crowd that cheers for everything, and they all look the same on each talent like show.

The premise is all the same. Just have an extra judge that dresses like "she's" from the Addams Family.

Possibly this show is fake and or altered. It doesn't seem like a real show.

I don't know how anyone could watch these shows every week and feel healthy. None of them seem authentic.

Verdict: Read a book instead. You'll feel like you've accomplished something.

It's Own X Factor

[francescalauta · 10/10 · 8 November 2012]

The X Factor is an awe inspiring show. The way that the show finds real talent from average people is phenomenal. Voting and critiquing is done in a fair, impartial, and legitimate way. Not only can X Factor find talent, but that have the ability to take that talent and create colossal albums and records, as well as friendships that will last a lifetime.

To demonstrate, bands such as One Direction have been formed on this reality TV show, and have gone on world tours and have albums that have made number one in a matter of days. Because of the fact that they hold open auditions, the judges, Simon Cowell, Demi Lovato, Brittney Spears, and LA Reid, really get to scope out the talent in the city that is auditioning. Furthermore, they often have to say no to individuals with tremendous voices because of the fact that they do not have the a good performing attitude or the confidence to make in big. In other words, the finalists of the show all have the potential to have performances in Madison Square in the near future. Demi Lovato, one of the judges of the show, is a world redound singer and song writer. Not only is she a singer, but an anti-bullying spokesperson. Lovato's vocals have been critically acclaimed from music critics. She is the perfect person to be looking for talent that could become as big as she is someday. As you can see, there is no lack of potential on the X Factor!

In addition, the critiquing and voting process is based on talent, not favouritism. Even though the judges cannot decide the winner, their comments in previous episodes really inform the viewer on which contestant can make it the farthest or who has the most potential. It is extremely rare that a winner is chosen based on looks instead of pure passion and the true ability to sing. I find this fact to be an appealing aspect to the show, and prefer this show to American Idol because of the actuality of the process. A certain contestant may look like the winner; however, based on comments and judges opinions, the true victor will come out triumphant. Unfair voting based on popularity is a turn off for many viewers, and The X Factor does not contain if this content.

On the other hand, people may find this show cliché or lacking its own "X Factor". Because of the fact that there are an abundant amount of TV shows such as this, it falls into the same category as American Idol and the Voice. Even though I find it unbelievable and enjoyable, I am aware that there are people that differ with my opinion.

However, the abundant possibilities opened to contestants on the show are ridiculously profitable. Record deals, music videos, movies and even the opportunity to be on Broadway open up to those who make it to the live finals. There are very strong bonds that form on this show as well. Britney describes her group: "They're like my children." Throughout the show, friendships are made that are not easily broken. This teaches the lesson of putting others before yourself, and if your friend wins the show but you get out, you will learn to be happy for them. The director, Ben Thursby, really makes it his goal to have a fun and entertaining show that also contains friendship and everyday experiences. Moreover, Simon Cowell has been in the music business for years and manages some of the top singers and bands in the world. Just working with a man like this will set contestants up for abundant careers.

As you can see, the X Factor is a creative and talent seeking show that does have its own "x factor". I would greatly suggest this show to anyone looking for a new show to get into. Although it is poignant at times, it provokes a feeling of joy for the winner and those who are doing well. These contestants may even have their own star at the Hollywood walk of fame someday. So turn off your computer and turn on the TV and experience the X Factor!

Much better than Idol

[anthonyrockaroni · 9/10 · 4 June 2012]

This show is much more fair and a lot less biased than American Idol. In this day and age, America has biased tendencies. Look at the past five winners of American Idol; all WGWG's (white guys with guitars), and with the exception of David Cook, the best person each of the past four seasons didn't win. On The X Factor, Melanie Amaro was the best contestant, and she won (and beat out two contestants that were WGWG's, though I would've been okay with Josh winning, but how Chris beat out Rachel is beyond me). On top of that, with the exception of a couple of screw ups (and those two judges are gone now, by the way), the judges ultimately deciding who goes home is much more fair than America deciding everything. Look what it's done to American Idol for the past four or five years. If American Idol employed that system, Pia wouldn't have went home when she did back in season 10. As for the downsides of season 10, like I said, Nicole was a terrible judge. She let her emotions get the best of her. As for Paula, well, she dropped the ball when she sent Drew home instead of Marcus. The only other flaw that I can think of was Steve Jones, who was terrible as the host, but he's gone as well. Other than those minor blemishes, this show is going to be way ahead of AI in the future. Keep an eye on this show, because while American Idol is seeing its fall from grace, The X Factor is going to soar to the top. Trust me.

Luke Warm

[JBshu · 17 November 2011]

Judging from the 5.7 rating, it would seem that the majority of viewers are as Luke warm about X Factor as I am....such a disappointment! The irony is....the show just seems to be missing its own X Factor...that elusive quality that makes it appealing, addictive, thoroughly satisfying. Way off the mark from "Idol".

No real human connection. The judges seem to be more interested in besting each other than in mentoring (if that is even an appropriate word in this case) their brood of wannabees.

Simon is beyond redemption as a caricature of himself, Paula will soon be without a group to mis-mother. LA should try NY, and Nicole should just ride off into the has been sunset.

Great Show

[Lizzy134 · 10/10 · 13 September 2012]

I love this show. Much more than American Idol and all the other that are out there. Some of the auditions are breathtakingly good and you can really see true talent. I like how they decide which auditions to show and what not. This is the only show that I would watch every single episode off. The drama between the judges are more funny than annoying and it ads to the humor.

When the show progresses the performances just gets better. I takes a lot more than just a singers voice to make it out there and in this show that is implemented. Plus it's a lot harder to sing good while your dancing all over the stage, and the outfits just make it that much more fun to watch. Almost like your at a real concert.

I think that the choice of judges was good. You can see they speak out of experience when they talk and they try to help the contestants to improve on their performances. Naturally the judges are gonna be voting for the group they worked for but that doesn't mean they stand blind to the wrongs. On the topic of Simon Cowell, I think he is great, yea he can be mean but he is straightforward and when he gives someone a compliment they can really appreciate it because you know he won't just say something unless he really means it.

I would recommend this show to everyone!!!

And to the people who say bad things, well, why don't you start your own show then?

More of the Same

[xcitenlady · 3 November 2011]

OK...let's talk shop...we like that everyone can join the party....but its the same old same old....well except for the judges wanting you to see how they live...so contestants visit their spreads....(a mini version of the Real Houses of the Rich and Famous)...

These should go home:

Lakoda ??? (girl group), have you noticed they never say thank you to any of the judges after high praise compliments...I hope they leave tonight all seasons...fall, spring. summer and winter....don't like their attitude...they are full of themselves...

Drew is another one that is just plain bad...what are they saying she is a star..huh...she also never says thank you..not an humble person ..

Marcus Canty nice guy but the vocals were as weak as the stage performance was strong

The Glee group replica....too many too many participants....the one lead girl should stay she has a great voice....others GO

Leroy Bell, I don't like his attitude...he does not appear humble...something is not right with him..but love love love his voice....not a friendly guy...

For the ones to watch:

Stereo Hogz, Melanie, Astro and Stacey