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'''''The X Factor''''' is a television talent show franchise originating in the [[United Kingdom]], where it was devised as a replacement for ''[[Pop Idol]]''. It is a singing competition, now held in various countries, which pits contestants against each other. These contestants are aspiring pop singers drawn from public auditions. The programs are produced by executive producer [[Simon Cowell]] and his company [[Syco TV]]. The "X Factor" of the title refers to the undefinable "something" that makes for star quality. The prize is usually a recording contract, in addition to the publicity that appearance in the later stages of the show itself generates, not only for the winner but also for other highly ranked contestants. |
'''''The X Factor''''' is a television talent show franchise originating in the [[United Kingdom]], where it was devised as a replacement for ''[[Pop Idol]]''. It is a singing competition, now held in various countries, which pits contestants against each other. These contestants are aspiring pop singers drawn from public auditions. The programs are produced by executive producer [[Simon Cowell]] and his company [[Syco TV]]. The "X Factor" of the title refers to the undefinable "something" that makes for star quality. The prize is usually a recording contract, in addition to the publicity that appearance in the later stages of the show itself generates, not only for the winner but also for other highly ranked contestants. |
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The format creator is Simon Cowell who also judges and mentors on the UK series. The UK version is responsible for the launch of the internationally successful singer [[Leona Lewis]]. {{As of|2011|May}}, there have been |
The format creator is Simon Cowell who also judges and mentors on the UK series. The UK version is responsible for the launch of the internationally successful singer [[Leona Lewis]]. {{As of|2011|May}}, there have been '''51 winners''' of ''The X Factor'' around the world. Television stations in many countries, but especially the [[Scandinavia]]n ones, have expressed an interest in showing the UK version, but have not been able to acquire the rights. This is due to legal issues as the British version of the show is only available in the [[UK]] and [[Ireland]]. ''The X Factor'' has recently completed its seventh series. |
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Unlike ''[[Pop Idol]]'', where contestants are solely judged by the judges, on ''The X Factor'' each judge mentors the finalists in a particular category, aiding them with song selection and styling, while also participating together in judging the contestants of the other categories. |
Unlike ''[[Pop Idol]]'', where contestants are solely judged by the judges, on ''The X Factor'' each judge mentors the finalists in a particular category, aiding them with song selection and styling, while also participating together in judging the contestants of the other categories. |
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Revision as of 10:39, 9 June 2011
The X Factor is a television talent show franchise originating in the United Kingdom, where it was devised as a replacement for Pop Idol. It is a singing competition, now held in various countries, which pits contestants against each other. These contestants are aspiring pop singers drawn from public auditions. The programs are produced by executive producer Simon Cowell and his company Syco TV. The "X Factor" of the title refers to the undefinable "something" that makes for star quality. The prize is usually a recording contract, in addition to the publicity that appearance in the later stages of the show itself generates, not only for the winner but also for other highly ranked contestants.
The format creator is Simon Cowell who also judges and mentors on the UK series. The UK version is responsible for the launch of the internationally successful singer Leona Lewis. As of May 2011[update], there have been 51 winners of The X Factor around the world. Television stations in many countries, but especially the Scandinavian ones, have expressed an interest in showing the UK version, but have not been able to acquire the rights. This is due to legal issues as the British version of the show is only available in the UK and Ireland. The X Factor has recently completed its seventh series.
Unlike Pop Idol, where contestants are solely judged by the judges, on The X Factor each judge mentors the finalists in a particular category, aiding them with song selection and styling, while also participating together in judging the contestants of the other categories.
The X Factor series
- ^ In series 3, 4 and 7, auditions were held in Dublin, and viewers in Ireland were allowed to vote on contestants.
- ^ Cole was originally to be a judge for the upcoming first season. A few weeks later, she lost her judging status. Nicole Scherzinger was originally to set on her co-host role, but she replaced Cole for her judging role.
Disputes and controversies
Pop Idol creator Simon Fuller claimed the format of The X Factor was copied from his own show and through his company 19 TV filed a lawsuit against The X Factor producers FremantleMedia, Simon Cowell, and Cowell's company Syco.[2] A high court hearing began in London in November 2005, the outcome awaited with interest by media lawyers for its potential effect on the legal situation regarding the copyrighting of formats. However the hearing was quickly adjourned and a settlement was reached out of court at the end of the month.[3]
The Danish version of The X Factor has been criticised by Danish music contract expert and consultant for The Danish Musicians' Association (Dansk Musiker Forbund) Mikael Højris. According to Højris, the contracts for participation in the show are unfair for participants and almost amount to serfdom to DR1 (the channel airing the show) stating that clauses in the contracts forbid the participants - whether they pass the first round or not - from performing or participating in any other musical event for three months. He also criticises that participants are obliged to travel at their own expense.[4]
In the UK, performers' union Equity has referred to the fact that contestants are not paid as "cheap exploitation".[5]
See also
References
- ^ News de Stars: La Nouvelle Star sera remplacée par X-Factor Template:Fr
- ^ 'X Factor copyright case adjourned' BBC News retrieved 15 May 2007
- ^ "X Factor copyright case settled", BBC News, retrieved 15 May 2007
- ^ Berlingske Tidende: DR beskyldes for at stavnsbinde unge (German)
- ^ Equity: 'X Factor is cheap exploitation' Digital Spy
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