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Motown blues: Little Mix in danger after X Factor judges slam their vocals and tell them to make Perrie lead singer
By J J Anisiobi
Little Mix, who began this week's show as favourites to reach the final, gave two average performances tonight which left judge Tulisa fuming and smacking the table in anger.
Misha B kicked off proceedings singing Dancing in the Street by Martha and the Vandellas.
She wore a black dress made of broken vinyl records and was joined by a stage full of dancers.
We are family: Little Mix stand together after getting told to find a leader
The colourful performance received great feedback from the judges with Louis Walsh saying: 'You're original you're unique. I want you in the final because you deserve to be.'
Gary Barlow was equally full of praise and said that Misha B was the reason he took the X Factor judging role.
He said: 'Thank you for making this experience a positive one for me.'
Kicking off: Misha B gave a strong opening to the show in a dress made of broken vinyl records
Her mentor, Kelly Rowland, added: 'Fantastic job tonight mama you committed to it and you had so much fun.'
The next act on was Amelia Lily who sang Aint No Mountain High Enough by Diana Ross.
Wearing a Houndstooth dress the 17-year-old gave a well executed performance that had Kelly nodding her head through out.
Bright lights: Amelia Lily gave a colourful performance and got positive feedback for her first song choice
Louis said she reminded him of Christina Aguilera and Tulisa said she brought Motown to life.
Gary added: 'You did really really well tonight. Amazing performance well done.'
Her mentor Kelly said that she 'sounded amazing' and was 'on fire tonight.'
Little Mix sang The Supremes hit You Keep Me Hangin' On and all sported bouffont hairstyles.
A bad start: Show favourites Little Mix got negative comments for their first song choice, Keep Me Hangin On
Bad times: The girls get grilled by Dermot O'Leary after the judges told them what they thought of their performance
Louis said: 'There was something missing on that performance. It's like you've lost your mojo. I was totally unimpressed girls.'
Kelly agreed and said: 'I just thought you would have brought it a little more as it's the semi finals.'
Gary was also negative about the performance and said: 'Perrie is the best singer in this band and I think she should feature a lot more than she is and that is what was missing in tonight's performance.'
Rising star: Perrie Edwards of Little Mix was singled out as the strongest singer by Gary Barlow
Their mentor, Tulisa, defended them aggressively and said that the band represent girls and they are all equal.
Little Mix band member Perrie, 19, appreciated the judges comments about her but said: 'We can all sing and there isn't a lead single at all.'
Next up was the last of The Boys, Marcus Collins and he sang My Girl by The Temptations.
Being a lion: Marcus Collins sang My Girl with four dancers backing him up
Dressed in a bow tie and Letterman jacket, the Liverpudlian was flanked by four male backing dancers.
Robbie Williams had paid him a visit earlier in the week and gave him some advice about his nerves before performing.
Robbie told him: 'Be a lion, you're a very handsome man.'
Emotional: Misha B performed a stripped song for her second performance
Louis said that he thinks he is the perfect pop star and Tulisa said the vocals were amazing but Gary could have picked a better song for the semi finals.
His mentor Gary was ecstatic with the performance and said: 'This was made for you Motown week, it's such a pleasure to work with you mate,' as the audience chanted his name.
The second half of the show kicked off with Misha B who had chosen to sing F**kin Perfect by Pink and rapped one verse midway through.
X Factor GrabNever going to win: Gary dropped the revelation after Misha had performed Perfect by Pink
As the crowd chanted her name Louis Walsh told her: 'You are a major major talent.'
Tulisa said she fully connected with the song and that she would buy her record.
Gary shocked the audience when he told the young singer she had no chance of being an X Factor champion.
He said: ' Misha I mentioned the positive side of you being here earlier but there is a negative side as well and that’s I’ve sat here and witnessed your journey and it makes me sad.'
The whole truth: Gary tells Misha that she cannot win the show and then his name began to trend on Twitter
As the audience began to boo him he continued: 'You have been wrongfully accused of being someone that you’re not.
'Even if you are lucky enough to get through tomorrow night, I don’t think you can win because of that and that’s a shame.'
Misha's mentor didn't seem to disagree with her co-judge's comments but claimed that Misha B would do well regardless.
Feeling good: Kelly Rowland said that Misha B will be a star regardless of whether she wins or loses the X Factor
Kelly said: 'Win, lose, X Factor, no X Factor, you are a star! A star!'
Misha said: I'm just really grateful that I've had the chance to make my dreams reality. Pls pls vote. just vote.
Next, Amelia Lily dressed in a long black gown sang I’m With You by Avril Lavigne.
The eyes have it: Amelia gave another strong performance which Louis said was the vocal of the night
Powerful voice: Gary told Amelia that her song was good but it was not the best vocal of the night
'That's the best vocal performance of the night,' said Louis.
But Gary disagreed and said it wasn't the best vocal of the night and told Louis that what he says doesn't count for much.
Marcus Collins took to the stage for his second song in a pair of leather trousers and a studded leather waistcoat.
Putting on a show: Marcus performed with more dancers for his second song and said he enjoyed it
You raise me up: The Liverpudlian gave a shaky performance but was still told he will make it to the final
He sang Can You Feel It by The Jackson 5 and was joined by a large amount of backing dancers.
But the judges gave mixed reviews for his performance despite Gary giving him a standing ovation.
Louis said: 'There's something missing it for me. That wasn't the right song choice.'
Tulisa agreed with Louis and said it wasn't one of his best performances.
Kelly added: 'It wasn't one of your best vocal performances.'
Under pressure: The group were favourites to reach the final before the show
Downbeat: Little Mix members Jade Thirwell and Perrie Edwards perform in the groups second song
Gary ignored the other judges and told Marcus that he was amazing.
The final act of the night was Little Mix and they performed If I Were A Boy by Beyoncé.
After Perrie was given slightly more vocals to perform the judges again gave them negative feedback.
Louis said: 'I didn’t like your first performance but girls I think you have got so much talent, I think you can win the entire series, but it wasn’t perfect tonight.'
Standing strong: The girls stuck together as the judges criticised them
Kelly told the girls that they will change the world if they can find out which one of them brings out the best in them, again affirming the need for them to find a leader.
Gary wasn't impressed by them and said: 'For a semi final act these vocals aren't good enough tonight.'
He was interrupted by a furious Tulisa who slammed her hand on the table and said: 'There is only one record contract and if people want to hear your music then they have to pick up their phone and vote.'
Little Mix took the criticism well and said: “We loved that song so much and it was really emotional but we don’t want to be perfect, we have still got a lot to learn.'
Angry woman: Tulisa shouts out after Gary told the girls that they weren't good enough
source:dailymail
Little Mix, who began this week's show as favourites to reach the final, gave two average performances tonight which left judge Tulisa fuming and smacking the table in anger.
Misha B kicked off proceedings singing Dancing in the Street by Martha and the Vandellas.
She wore a black dress made of broken vinyl records and was joined by a stage full of dancers.
We are family: Little Mix stand together after getting told to find a leaderThe colourful performance received great feedback from the judges with Louis Walsh saying: 'You're original you're unique. I want you in the final because you deserve to be.'
Gary Barlow was equally full of praise and said that Misha B was the reason he took the X Factor judging role.
He said: 'Thank you for making this experience a positive one for me.'
Kicking off: Misha B gave a strong opening to the show in a dress made of broken vinyl recordsHer mentor, Kelly Rowland, added: 'Fantastic job tonight mama you committed to it and you had so much fun.'
The next act on was Amelia Lily who sang Aint No Mountain High Enough by Diana Ross.
Wearing a Houndstooth dress the 17-year-old gave a well executed performance that had Kelly nodding her head through out.
Bright lights: Amelia Lily gave a colourful performance and got positive feedback for her first song choiceLouis said she reminded him of Christina Aguilera and Tulisa said she brought Motown to life.
Gary added: 'You did really really well tonight. Amazing performance well done.'
Her mentor Kelly said that she 'sounded amazing' and was 'on fire tonight.'
Little Mix sang The Supremes hit You Keep Me Hangin' On and all sported bouffont hairstyles.
A bad start: Show favourites Little Mix got negative comments for their first song choice, Keep Me Hangin On
Bad times: The girls get grilled by Dermot O'Leary after the judges told them what they thought of their performanceLouis said: 'There was something missing on that performance. It's like you've lost your mojo. I was totally unimpressed girls.'
Kelly agreed and said: 'I just thought you would have brought it a little more as it's the semi finals.'
Gary was also negative about the performance and said: 'Perrie is the best singer in this band and I think she should feature a lot more than she is and that is what was missing in tonight's performance.'
Rising star: Perrie Edwards of Little Mix was singled out as the strongest singer by Gary BarlowTheir mentor, Tulisa, defended them aggressively and said that the band represent girls and they are all equal.
Little Mix band member Perrie, 19, appreciated the judges comments about her but said: 'We can all sing and there isn't a lead single at all.'
Next up was the last of The Boys, Marcus Collins and he sang My Girl by The Temptations.
Being a lion: Marcus Collins sang My Girl with four dancers backing him upDressed in a bow tie and Letterman jacket, the Liverpudlian was flanked by four male backing dancers.
Robbie Williams had paid him a visit earlier in the week and gave him some advice about his nerves before performing.
Robbie told him: 'Be a lion, you're a very handsome man.'
Emotional: Misha B performed a stripped song for her second performanceLouis said that he thinks he is the perfect pop star and Tulisa said the vocals were amazing but Gary could have picked a better song for the semi finals.
His mentor Gary was ecstatic with the performance and said: 'This was made for you Motown week, it's such a pleasure to work with you mate,' as the audience chanted his name.
The second half of the show kicked off with Misha B who had chosen to sing F**kin Perfect by Pink and rapped one verse midway through.
X Factor GrabNever going to win: Gary dropped the revelation after Misha had performed Perfect by PinkAs the crowd chanted her name Louis Walsh told her: 'You are a major major talent.'
Tulisa said she fully connected with the song and that she would buy her record.
Gary shocked the audience when he told the young singer she had no chance of being an X Factor champion.
He said: ' Misha I mentioned the positive side of you being here earlier but there is a negative side as well and that’s I’ve sat here and witnessed your journey and it makes me sad.'
The whole truth: Gary tells Misha that she cannot win the show and then his name began to trend on TwitterAs the audience began to boo him he continued: 'You have been wrongfully accused of being someone that you’re not.
'Even if you are lucky enough to get through tomorrow night, I don’t think you can win because of that and that’s a shame.'
Misha's mentor didn't seem to disagree with her co-judge's comments but claimed that Misha B would do well regardless.
Feeling good: Kelly Rowland said that Misha B will be a star regardless of whether she wins or loses the X FactorKelly said: 'Win, lose, X Factor, no X Factor, you are a star! A star!'
Misha said: I'm just really grateful that I've had the chance to make my dreams reality. Pls pls vote. just vote.
Next, Amelia Lily dressed in a long black gown sang I’m With You by Avril Lavigne.
The eyes have it: Amelia gave another strong performance which Louis said was the vocal of the night
Powerful voice: Gary told Amelia that her song was good but it was not the best vocal of the night'That's the best vocal performance of the night,' said Louis.
But Gary disagreed and said it wasn't the best vocal of the night and told Louis that what he says doesn't count for much.
Marcus Collins took to the stage for his second song in a pair of leather trousers and a studded leather waistcoat.
Putting on a show: Marcus performed with more dancers for his second song and said he enjoyed it
You raise me up: The Liverpudlian gave a shaky performance but was still told he will make it to the finalHe sang Can You Feel It by The Jackson 5 and was joined by a large amount of backing dancers.
But the judges gave mixed reviews for his performance despite Gary giving him a standing ovation.
Louis said: 'There's something missing it for me. That wasn't the right song choice.'
Tulisa agreed with Louis and said it wasn't one of his best performances.
Kelly added: 'It wasn't one of your best vocal performances.'
Under pressure: The group were favourites to reach the final before the show
Downbeat: Little Mix members Jade Thirwell and Perrie Edwards perform in the groups second songGary ignored the other judges and told Marcus that he was amazing.
The final act of the night was Little Mix and they performed If I Were A Boy by Beyoncé.
After Perrie was given slightly more vocals to perform the judges again gave them negative feedback.
Louis said: 'I didn’t like your first performance but girls I think you have got so much talent, I think you can win the entire series, but it wasn’t perfect tonight.'
Standing strong: The girls stuck together as the judges criticised themKelly told the girls that they will change the world if they can find out which one of them brings out the best in them, again affirming the need for them to find a leader.
Gary wasn't impressed by them and said: 'For a semi final act these vocals aren't good enough tonight.'
He was interrupted by a furious Tulisa who slammed her hand on the table and said: 'There is only one record contract and if people want to hear your music then they have to pick up their phone and vote.'
Little Mix took the criticism well and said: “We loved that song so much and it was really emotional but we don’t want to be perfect, we have still got a lot to learn.'
Angry woman: Tulisa shouts out after Gary told the girls that they weren't good enough
source:dailymail
Berry Gordy is NOT dead, Louis! X Factor judge Walsh wrongly declares Motown LIVING legend to be deceased
By J J Anisiobi
Big mistake: Louis Walsh shocked the world when he claimed Motown legend Berry Gordy was dead
Hapless X Factor judge Louis Walsh made an embarrassing error on tonight's show that may just end his career as judge.
Louis, who has no remaining acts in the competition, left the audience and millions of viewers dumfounded when he claimed Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Berry Gordy was dead.
The confusing statement was made after Misha B, 19, kicked off the show with 1964's Dancing In The Street.
Louis, who is a music producer, praised the Mancunian and said: 'If Berry Gordy were alive, he'd absolutely sign you.'
Berry, who is an American record producer and the founder of the Motown record label, is 82 years old and still alive.
Walsh clearly doesn't have his finger on the pulse because if he had watched the American Music Awards just two weeks ago, he would have seen that Berry is in good health.
Music legend: Berry Gordy is alive and well despite what Louis Walsh thinks
Having worked with artists including Michael Jackson, Diana Ross and Smokey Robinson, Berry was a guest at the White House earlier this year for The Sound of Young America: The History of Motown.
Alongside Michelle Obama, he gave a talk to over 100 students on his experiences in the industry.
What makes the faux-pas even more embarrassing for Walsh is that each Motown song performed by the semi-finalists was produced by either Gordy's label, Motown, or Gordy himself.
Legends: From left, Smokey Robinson with wife Claudette, and Berry Gordy arrive at the Annual American Music Awards
Household name: Berry at the White House as Michelle Obama makes a speech
After Louis' mistake, Berry Gordy's granddaughter took Twitter to set the facts straight.
Mahogany Gordy said: 'Just so EVERYBODY knows my grandfather Berry Gordy is alive & well. Xfactor needs to get their facts straight before saying lies. @LMFAO RT.'
Family ties: Berry Gordy's granddaughter corrected Louis on Twitter and told Gary Barlow
Mahogony, who is related to both members of chart topping group LMFAO, then messaged Gary Barlow and said: '@GBarlowOfficial i really don't appreciate your friend Louis Walsh saying my grandfather Berry Gordy isn't alive.. he is alive and well...'
Berry's granddaughter, who is a a model, actress and DJ, then followed up with scathing post about Louis that said: 'If Berry Gordy were alive, he would sign you to Motown,' Louis Walsh Gordy actually isn't dead. But hopefully your talent judging career is.'
This glaring error displayed Walsh's lack of industry knowledge and will put pressure on the shows bosses to axe the judge before the next series.
Music royalty: Mahogany is a dancer, model and a DJ
source:dailymail
Big mistake: Louis Walsh shocked the world when he claimed Motown legend Berry Gordy was deadHapless X Factor judge Louis Walsh made an embarrassing error on tonight's show that may just end his career as judge.
Louis, who has no remaining acts in the competition, left the audience and millions of viewers dumfounded when he claimed Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Berry Gordy was dead.
The confusing statement was made after Misha B, 19, kicked off the show with 1964's Dancing In The Street.
Louis, who is a music producer, praised the Mancunian and said: 'If Berry Gordy were alive, he'd absolutely sign you.'
Berry, who is an American record producer and the founder of the Motown record label, is 82 years old and still alive.
Walsh clearly doesn't have his finger on the pulse because if he had watched the American Music Awards just two weeks ago, he would have seen that Berry is in good health.
Music legend: Berry Gordy is alive and well despite what Louis Walsh thinksHaving worked with artists including Michael Jackson, Diana Ross and Smokey Robinson, Berry was a guest at the White House earlier this year for The Sound of Young America: The History of Motown.
Alongside Michelle Obama, he gave a talk to over 100 students on his experiences in the industry.
What makes the faux-pas even more embarrassing for Walsh is that each Motown song performed by the semi-finalists was produced by either Gordy's label, Motown, or Gordy himself.
Legends: From left, Smokey Robinson with wife Claudette, and Berry Gordy arrive at the Annual American Music Awards
Household name: Berry at the White House as Michelle Obama makes a speechAfter Louis' mistake, Berry Gordy's granddaughter took Twitter to set the facts straight.
Mahogany Gordy said: 'Just so EVERYBODY knows my grandfather Berry Gordy is alive & well. Xfactor needs to get their facts straight before saying lies. @LMFAO RT.'
Family ties: Berry Gordy's granddaughter corrected Louis on Twitter and told Gary BarlowMahogony, who is related to both members of chart topping group LMFAO, then messaged Gary Barlow and said: '@GBarlowOfficial i really don't appreciate your friend Louis Walsh saying my grandfather Berry Gordy isn't alive.. he is alive and well...'
Berry's granddaughter, who is a a model, actress and DJ, then followed up with scathing post about Louis that said: 'If Berry Gordy were alive, he would sign you to Motown,' Louis Walsh Gordy actually isn't dead. But hopefully your talent judging career is.'
This glaring error displayed Walsh's lack of industry knowledge and will put pressure on the shows bosses to axe the judge before the next series.
Music royalty: Mahogany is a dancer, model and a DJ
source:dailymail
Do you really need that? Pixie Lott grabs a Lottery ticket before slipping into a miniscule leather dress for arena show
By Holly Thomas
Just in case: She may be a hugely successful pop star, but it seemed Pixie Lott wanted to hedge her best as she bought herself a lottery ticket in Manchester yesterday
She confidently slipped into a miniscule leather dress to perform for thousands of screaming fans last night.
But it appears that even Pixie Lott wasn't feeling too complacent about which way her fortunes may turn in the future.
The 20-year-old had popped into a Manchester newsagents only hours earlier to pick up a lottery ticket.
... but it was back to her usual star lifestyle as she performed at the Liverpool Echo arena later on that evening
Killing some time in between her Manchester and Liverpool shows, the star chatted on her mobile as she picked up her numbers in the local shop.
The star was dressed in a smart but casual combination of black leggings and a black coat with a cosy fur collar.
She was shopping with friends in Manchester city centre after kicking off Christmas at the MEN arena alongside JLS, Matt Cardle, and Olly Murs.
At ease: Relaxed Pixie chatted on her phone in the newsagents before heading into Manchester city centre for a spot of shopping
And later on she donned a tiny black dress for her Liverpool Echo arena concert.
Her skimpy ensemble showed off her toned legs, which were sensibly clad in a pair of tights to keep her toasty in the chilly December air.
Pixie wore her bobbed hair up, keeping her make-up classic with her trademark smokey eyes and nude lips.
Back to the night job: Pixie made sure her toned legs were on full display in a tiny black leather dress as she worked the stage
She tweeted her excitement before the show, writing: 'Liverpoooool show tonight wowowop! Who's readyyyyyyy', but made no mention of her earlier shopping trip on her Twitter page.
She's hardly in the position to need a multi-million windfall, living the kind of lifestyle that most lottery hopefuls can only dream of.
Pixie has for example been keeping fans up to date on her enviable designer wardrobe via her Advent bog on Vogue.
Smoking hot: Pixie cast a sultry look with her perfectly made-up charcoal eyes
Yesterday's post read: 'Today I'm wearing a mens blazer by Thom Sweeney, a white Moschino shirt which you see the cuff detail of in this photo, black shorts from L'Agence, Office shoes and a vintage Chanel bag bought in One Of A Kind.'
She's certainly been getting into the festive spirit, having joined artists such as Maroon 5 and Primal Scream in contributing her favourite Christmas songs to the Spotify advent playlist.
Turn it up: Pixie certainly wasn't lacking in energy considering she'd performed in Manchester only the night before
source:dailymail
Just in case: She may be a hugely successful pop star, but it seemed Pixie Lott wanted to hedge her best as she bought herself a lottery ticket in Manchester yesterdayShe confidently slipped into a miniscule leather dress to perform for thousands of screaming fans last night.
But it appears that even Pixie Lott wasn't feeling too complacent about which way her fortunes may turn in the future.
The 20-year-old had popped into a Manchester newsagents only hours earlier to pick up a lottery ticket.
... but it was back to her usual star lifestyle as she performed at the Liverpool Echo arena later on that eveningKilling some time in between her Manchester and Liverpool shows, the star chatted on her mobile as she picked up her numbers in the local shop.
The star was dressed in a smart but casual combination of black leggings and a black coat with a cosy fur collar.
She was shopping with friends in Manchester city centre after kicking off Christmas at the MEN arena alongside JLS, Matt Cardle, and Olly Murs.
At ease: Relaxed Pixie chatted on her phone in the newsagents before heading into Manchester city centre for a spot of shoppingAnd later on she donned a tiny black dress for her Liverpool Echo arena concert.
Her skimpy ensemble showed off her toned legs, which were sensibly clad in a pair of tights to keep her toasty in the chilly December air.
Pixie wore her bobbed hair up, keeping her make-up classic with her trademark smokey eyes and nude lips.
Back to the night job: Pixie made sure her toned legs were on full display in a tiny black leather dress as she worked the stage She tweeted her excitement before the show, writing: 'Liverpoooool show tonight wowowop! Who's readyyyyyyy', but made no mention of her earlier shopping trip on her Twitter page.
She's hardly in the position to need a multi-million windfall, living the kind of lifestyle that most lottery hopefuls can only dream of.
Pixie has for example been keeping fans up to date on her enviable designer wardrobe via her Advent bog on Vogue.
Smoking hot: Pixie cast a sultry look with her perfectly made-up charcoal eyesYesterday's post read: 'Today I'm wearing a mens blazer by Thom Sweeney, a white Moschino shirt which you see the cuff detail of in this photo, black shorts from L'Agence, Office shoes and a vintage Chanel bag bought in One Of A Kind.'
She's certainly been getting into the festive spirit, having joined artists such as Maroon 5 and Primal Scream in contributing her favourite Christmas songs to the Spotify advent playlist.
Turn it up: Pixie certainly wasn't lacking in energy considering she'd performed in Manchester only the night before
source:dailymail
