The X Factor Archives

As Hollywood Week is slowly grinding to a close tonight, we’ve got the list of those who have been chosen to progress to the next round on this season of American Idol. Have you been keeping up with the show? Certainly judges Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick, Jr. have their work cut out for them as they pick and choose who will stay and who will go home this season.

Without further ado, here is the list of men and women who have made it through so far:

GIRLS:
Emily Piriz
Jillian Jensen
Malaya Watson
Bria Anai Johnson
Jessica Meuse
MK Nobilette
Kristin O’Connor
Andrina Brogden
GUYS:
Spencer Lloyd
George Lovett
Sam Woolf
Maurice Townsend
Dexter Roberts
Jordan Brisbane
Emmanuel Zidor
Malcolm Allen
Alex Preston

If the name Jillian Jensen sounds familiar, it’s because she auditioned for The X Factor in 2012. You can watch her audition for both shows below. First up, her X Factor audition:

Now, her American Idol audition:

Is The X Factor’s loss American Idol’s gain? Have your say in the comments section below and stay tuned as the rest of the TOP 30 are revealed! Do you think Jillian Jensen has what it takes to go all the way?

We are displeased to announce the official cancellation of The X Factor USA. The show just recruited Paula Rubino, Kelly Rowland and Demi Lovato for its third season, but has announced that it will not be going forward for a fourth season. Ugh. What will Simon Cowell do now? Perhaps he just wants to concentrate on being a father?

This fall, the show would have made its return, but Simon has announced that he will continue on with the U.K. version of the talent competition. Simon revealed in a statement, “I’ve had a fantastic time over the last twelve years, both on The X Factor and American Idol. And apart from being lucky enough to find some amazing talent on the shows, I have always had an incredible welcome from the American public – most of the time!”

It’s a shame to see Simon withdrawing his show from American television. Are you sad to see it go? Now that The Voice and American Idol will have no competition, which of the two will you be tuning into on a regular basis? Have your say in the comments section below!

Demi Lovato has officially confirmed reports stating that she is leaving The X Factor USA. Are you shocked? She has judged the talent alongside Simon Cowell for two seasons now, but the Disney starlet says that it is enough already.

On Wednesday evening she took to the red carpet on the show to confirm her plans to focus on her career as opposed to continue sitting in the judge’s chair. She revealed, “I started the show being a singer and a musician, and so I’m going to go back to that. It’s been really great but I’m so excited for 2014. I’m going to dedicate it completely and entirely to music, touring and making a new album.”

She said, “Being able to sit next to Kelly and Paulina and see them twice a week, and also helping mentor the contestants.”

The show’s creator, Simon Cowell added, “I always knew she wasn’t coming back because she’s touring, so I knew that.”

Have you liked Demi’s judging and mentoring abilities on the show these past two years? Or do you think that she is easily replaced as a seat warmer? Rumor has it that Simon is looking to snag Miley Cyrus to fill Demi’s spot on the popular talent competition. We’re guessing that if he is able to get Miley, he won’t be shelling out a mere million bucks for the privilege. What do you think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below and tell us who you think would be a good fit to judge the competition next season.

The X Factor Recap For September 12, 2013

The X Factor is back tonight with another round of auditions. In case you’ve missed last night’s show, you can get caught up with our live recap of the action here.

Yosselin Marquez is up first singing some butchered version of Rihanna’s Only Girl In The World. WTF? She’s using her cell phone for the lyrics to the song and she murdered the song something awful. Thankfully, she doesn’t get through to the next stage of the competition.

Thomas Weiderspon – “Your Man” by Josh Turner – Four “No” answers from the judges
Carrigan Bradley – NO, NO, NO, No
Amber Ferrari – “Piece Of My Heart” by Janis Joplin – NO
K + B – “La Vida Loca” by Ricky Martin – NO
Sean Harris – “Amazing Grace” – NO
Rylie Brown – “Clarity” by Zedd – She forgot the lyrics, but recovered nicely – She’s going through!
Jeff Brinkman – “You Are So Beautiful” by Joe Cocker – He’s going through
Jocelyn Hinton – “Firework” by Katy Perry – NO
Rachel Potter – “Somebody To Love” by Queen – YES!
Jorge Pena – “Amami” – He’s going through, but Paulina told him to change his attitude
Simone Torres – “Mustang Sally” by Wilson Pickett – She’s going through!
Russ Pouliot – “I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You” by Elvis Presley – NO
Roxxy Montana – “One Night Only” by Jennifer Hudson – They’re going through!
Al Calderon – “Sara Smiles” by Hall & Oates – Getting through
Denise Weeks – “The Greatest Love Of All” by Whitney Houston – Four “yes” answers!

Which of the above performers were your favorite tonight? Share your thoughts below!

The X Factor Season Premiere Recap For September 11, 2013

Tonight on FOX is the season premiere episode of the hit talent competition The X Factor. Tonight, an all new season starts as we venture to find who the next X Factor champion is. Who will it be? Luckily for you, we will be watching the show so you don’t have to. Stay tuned for our live recap as the show airs.

LIVE RECAP:

Carlito Olivero – “Stay” by Rihanna – Four “yes” answers from the judges
Sally Hessnice – “The Greatest Love Of All” by Whitney Houston – NO, NO, NO
Valeria Colombo – “I Can’t Live (If Living Is Without You)” by Harry Nilsson – NO
K-Nected – “Waterfalls” by TLC – NO
John Tanner Davis – “My Heart Can’t Go On” by Celine Dion – NO
Lillie McCloud – “Alabaster Box” by CeCe Winans – Four “yes” answers
Alex and Sierra – “Toxic” by Britney Spears – Four “yes” answers
Rion Paige – “Blown Away” by Carrie Underwood – Four “yes” answers

What did you think of the season premiere of The X Factor? Who are you rooting for so far — or is it too early to tell?

The X Factor

AMERICAN IDOL Chooses Its Top 30

The X Factor Cancelled After Three Seasons!

Demi Lovato Confirms X Factor USA Exit

The X Factor Recap For September 12, 2013

The X Factor Season Premiere Recap For September 11, 2013