Official X Factor Season 5 thread.

[Asuka's Gonna Kill You]

The entire group of boys are shocking. Including 'Austin' or whatever his name is, who they seem to be trying to copy David Cook from American Idol with, fuck off.

Diana to win hopefully, if not then surely Rachel or Laura. Diana's performance of 'With or Without You' was awesome, best in a long time.

[Katsuya]

For like, over half of that performance, I was going "SHUT YOUR LEGS!". Then it turned out she was wearing gym shorts or something. Either way, Diana > All.

[TheRossWalker]

I concur with the last part of Katsuya's post. However, I was about to cry when I realised she was wearing shorts.

[Scott McFly]

Is it sad I thought of R Wayne when Dermot asked Austin if we'd seen the last of him?

[Downward Spiral]

I can't believe Austin is out this early on. I never really rated him, and his performance of Wishing on a Star was bordering on anaemic. Still, he was probably considered a front-runner and I think it's shaken a few things up.

Why the hell is Eoghan still there? If he makes the final I may weep. Ditto for Daniel,although to be honest, vocally, he wasn't that bad this week.

Am I just flat out missing something with Diana. Yes she's different and has a quirky voice, but it's the kind of voice that makes me want to tear my ears off with my bare hands. Her performance of 'Call Me' was absolutely shocking. There was no diction which meant you couldn't hear a single lyric and there was minimal attempt at choreography. I don't by the 'oh disco doesn't suit her argument'. It very rarely suits anyone, it's an outdated genre (arguably) but most of the other contestants gave a good stab at it. I know she's the runaway favourite, but I can't help feeling that the novelty is going to wear off soon.

Ruth still owns. Probably her worst vocal performance thus far but was carried through by her ability to attack the song and the performance ticked all the right boxes, vocals aside.

Alexandra I thought was disappointing and I thought she might be in trouble, actually. There were a few times her vocals seemed a little flat and the song suffered for it. I also hate Donna Summer which didn't endear her to me, although that's not her fault.

Rachel's version of No More Drama was pretty shocking, although I liked the aggressive tone she put into the song. Certainly deserved to stay over Austin.

By far, for me the standout performance of the night was JLS. I liked the comparatively stripped down routine which let their vocals shine through. I really like Astin as the lead, actually, maybe something they consider on a more permanent basis.

All in all, I was shocked at the bottom two. I thought there were worse performances that Rachel's and Austin's but ultimately I'm not sad to see him go. A bit of an unremarkable week this week, but I'm worryingly enthusiastic about Mariah week. People like Ruth and Laura I think are really going to shine. Furthermore, Diana will have to tread a fine line between placing her own stamp on the song she's given and ruining it.

[FireDoughnut]

Eoghan is awesome. Pure brilliance.

[Downward Spiral]

I, sir, do not concur [/rhyming couplet]

[FireDoughnut]

How dare you insult my Irish homie!

[Downward Spiral]

How dare you insult my Irish homie!

Has Edinburgh moved?

And let's face it. He is dire.

[Baddar]

How dare you insult my Irish homie!

Has Edinburgh moved?

And let's face it. He is dire.

No, but FD did.

I don't really like him either to be honest. And Diana is always going to be loved/hated by different people. You hate the sound of her voice, I love it, so it's a matter of opinion.

I want her to win because her voice stands out. There's no-one else in the competition (possibly apart from Ruth) that I can say I haven't heard before. JLS are good, but just seem like Boys II Men Lite to me. Still, I reckon they'll probably win it, given that no band has ever won it before. And the fact that Diana is easier to "hate" than they are.

[Downward Spiral]

I absolutely agree on the Diana having a bit of a 'marmite' voice. I think she's far and away the runaway favourite so I'm fully braced for her being all over the place when the competition ends. I do think there are technical aspects of her performances which could be worked upon outside of her voice, though.

JLS certainly aren't offering anything new, I agree. They're pleasant enough for this stage, but I don't think they'll win it. It's much easier for an audience to connect with 1 person than 4. Additionally, I think there's an awareness that that style of group is now becoming slightly outmoded in terms of the pop market. I wouldn't be surprised to see them make the penultimate week.

[Asuka's Gonna Kill You]

JLS are quite good, but I still don't get all this hype. They haven't had a single 'great' performance yet if you ask me. I think from a marketting point of view they've got great potential, but I really don't think they'll make the final.

Diana is still a million miles ahead for me. She's just so different, one of the best they've ever had, if not the best. Laura is a star in the making, but I really am hoping she doesn't win. Rachel really needs to step it up as well, but I blame the show for putting her with fucking Danni.

Eoghan to go next I pray (Y)

[Walker]

Got to love Diana. It is the first singer they have had in a good while that actually has a unique voice. Feel free to jump in and tell me that her voice isn't unique, but i for one have not anything similar. She, at least, isn't as generic as the others are.

Regardless though, i cannot see anyone but one of Cheryl's girls winning. They are just a cut above everyone else.

[Blue Rosler]

Simon Cowell is apparently considering "This Is My Now" (Jordin Spark's American Idol winning song) as the X-Factor winner's single....which hints at a female winner. Since "A Moment Like This" didn't suit Ray's voice in series 3, and "When You Believe" didn't suit Rhydian's last year.

[TheRossWalker]

Diana

[Baddar]

Diana

Poor girl. But never mind, she's through, which is great. Would've been a shame to see her get pulled out. Good job the "producers" saw sense in keeping her in. I'd be surprised if this guy on now (Daniel) doesn't go tonight.

[Katsuya]

It's not exactly unprecedented, Rik Waller was put through for a week in Pop Idol 1 before they brought Darius back in to replace him when he was too ill.

[Baddar]

/fat.

[Katsuya]

...whoah. Laura's never been my favourite, but that should not have happened. Why the leprechaun and Mr. Sob Story are still in it is a huge mystery.

Oh, and Ruth breaking down was shocking too. But she's still in, so that's awesome.

RUTH/DIANA '08!

[SilentBob2004]

I am glad I get to see Ruths breasts again next week!

Oh, and with each week that goes by, i get more scared that Daniel is gonna 'do a Leon' and win the whole show despite him being the definition of 'average'

Edited November 8, 2008 by SilentBob2004