So it's been quite a while since I posted anything. However, as much as I love to share my views with the general public in the cyber world, I haven't been well. As you've read in a previous post, I suffer with my nerves and stress. When it got so bad that my employers suggested that I take some time off, I did. I went back on my medication and started to get myself together. During this time my other half decided he would go out one night and fuck some young thing in our car. Let's just say that he isn't my other half any more and this time there will be no change of heart. I've moved out, back into the warm and healing environment of my family.
I've summed this up because I don't want to dwell on the crap of recent weeks. I don't really want to go back over it so why the hell would you? I just wanted to let you know that I'm back.
I wont be continuing with my X Factor blog, simply because all my high hopes for the show this year have fallen through. There no longer remains a single act in the show that I've supported from the start but that aside, the mimed 'live' group performances, the fake animosity of the judges and the general lack of energy of the show, means that I no-longer want to waste my time on it.
I have no idea what I will write about. Probably my growing sexual frustration, the scary situation of being back on the market but without a doubt, how the support of good friends and family can see you through a hard time.
Monday, 28 November 2011
Sunday, 6 November 2011
It's time to boogie on down
NB This has not been proof read or spell checked. Wanted it out there before the results started. I'll tidy it up another time.
Hey there X Factor fans! This week brought us another exciting instalment of performances and arguments. Before I get down to dissecting the acts and voicing my opinion I just wanted to say that I don't read the newspaper or watch the news so this is why I don't comment on any of these things. I am interested in the competition alone.
This week was Dance Floor Classics night and the first thing I noticed is that in this genre I didn't know a lot of the songs, so if I've got them wrong please let me know and I shall correct them. It is also a double elimination week so the pressure really is on ,especially as Dermot said, this was a ballad free zone which left several of our contestants firmly out of the comfort zone.
It looks like Dermot's little routine with the ladies is becoming a regular feature and I like that very much. Dermot O'Leary is probably the most huggable man on TV and I've often wanted to audition just so I can get one!
It was good to have the normal judges back, though I have to say either money buys really amazing health care or Kelly was not as ill as she made out. I loved the way that Mr B made a snide little dot.com comment that indicated he had been less than happy having Alexandra as a temporary judge last week. It was also good to have them squabbling again, especially Louis and Mr B. Absolutely hilarious! I know it's all put on but that's what makes it so funny.. a bit like American wrestling!
The Girls
This week Janet took control of her song choice and the way her performance was to play out but all in all I don't think it paid off. Don't get me wrong, Janet was as precise as ever and I really enjoyed it but the song she chose; Jackson Fives 'I want you back' just wasn't her. I LOVE ballad Janet, sweet and hauntingly beautiful Janet. Upbeat, and prancing around like Hannah Montana is not for me! At least Tulisa and Mr B have realised the 'predictability' of Janet is what makes her great.
Kelly said that the B in Misha B stands for serious business. I have to say that of all the contestants in the years competition Misha is one I had no doubts about meaning business! This week she covered a Tina Turner track 'Rolling on the river'. It was only a matter of time really before a Tina Turner song found it's way into her repitioire! Personally this song just doesn't do it for me but as always Misha's performance was flawless. I have to say I loved her more dressed down look this week, her hair was gorgeous. Can we have more of the softer Misha please?
The Groups
The Risk were great this week, they are finally back on the map so to speak. This was echoed by the judges comments as well. For the first week running they started off strong and stayed that way until the end and Derry's rap was good too. I'm not sure if Mr B is right about Charlie being the lead singer or not. It's still early and it could just be that he's the first to become confident with his performances. They looked good, they performed well on solo vocals as well as their harmonies. The new line up is certainly paying off! It certainly made me giggle when Kelly said they had to surpass all other boy bands while she was sat next to Mr B.
Little Mix
After their utterly amazing performance last week I was disappointed that they've gone back to their previous standard and style. As before, I don't think it's bad, I just don't feel it myself even though the audience and judges clearly did. I'm afraid they hit it perfectly for me on Halloween week and I now know they CAN do it. 'Please Don't Stop The Music' by Rihanna was still a technically good performance, although they managed to sound out of tune with the music it at the beginning without sounding out of tune with themselves.
The Over 25's
Oh Johnny, I love you! Seriously, this guy makes me smile so much I think my face might break. He is becoming more and more comfortable every week and Louis is right, he deserves to believe in yourself. Although I thought that this weeks song choices; 'Hung up' by Madonna and 'You Spin me round (like a record) by Dead or Alive did, yet again, narrow his range and not do him full justice I don't believe Mr B needed to be quite so serious. Gary it's DANCE music, you can't take dance music seriously! It's for getting drunk and dancing too. The most it's supposed to inspire is silliness, a little fooling around and maybe some romance.
It wasn't her the most polished that I've seen her but as ever Kitty's performance didn't fail to satisfy. I love the song choice because it is a great song and Kitty did it justice. Madonna's 'Like a Prayer' You could see her influence on the other aspects of the performance too, she seems to able to take Louis's somewhat cheesy ideas and turn them into show stoppers! Tulisa is right in saying she'd be able to perform concerts well. I don't think Kitty held back in this performance. What I think is more likely is that, as Mr B pointed out she isn't the greatest dancer, so she was dividing her focus too much. Still one of my faves.
All that is left is The Boys
Let's get it out of the way shall we? Frankie was singing 'Tonight's Gonna Be a Good Night'. Oh Frankie. He was out of tune, he was completely lacklustre and bland. The lad was back to his run of the mill (these songs all sound the same) self and this week the judges didn't hold back. Louis was the rudest telling he'd never be a rock star and that the only thing big about him was his hair. Ouch! This set off much bickering amongst the judges that entertained me far more than Frankies performance had. Despite disagreeing with Louis Mr B did apologise, saying that he had made a mistake with the song choice. Hang on, isn't that the closest a judge can get to say 'you were rubbish'?
Marcus, ah how you are growing! This weeks song 'Reet Petite' by Jackie Wilson was a brilliant. He suited the music in every way. Vocals were spot on and check out his moves, all in all he performed really well! Mr B said this was the greatest performance so far in the season, I'm not sure about that but he was very good. Nice to see him be more relaxed. It improves his game no end and impressed the judges in the long run.
Well Craig showed last night that he is truly flexible and can perform to the same high standard even when he is given a song that is miles away from what is his normal style. It was a good song choice 'Heaven' and I liked that it still had some slow sections that allowed him to play to his strengths. His vocals were energetic and engaging which what this song needed. Great stuff. The judges sang his praises and the crowd were just delighted with him. Keep doing what your doing!
Over all it was a little up and down for me but still great. Who do I predict will be in the bottom two? To be honest I can't call it. I'd like Frankie to be there of course but I have no way the dice will fall tonight.
Hey there X Factor fans! This week brought us another exciting instalment of performances and arguments. Before I get down to dissecting the acts and voicing my opinion I just wanted to say that I don't read the newspaper or watch the news so this is why I don't comment on any of these things. I am interested in the competition alone.
This week was Dance Floor Classics night and the first thing I noticed is that in this genre I didn't know a lot of the songs, so if I've got them wrong please let me know and I shall correct them. It is also a double elimination week so the pressure really is on ,especially as Dermot said, this was a ballad free zone which left several of our contestants firmly out of the comfort zone.
It looks like Dermot's little routine with the ladies is becoming a regular feature and I like that very much. Dermot O'Leary is probably the most huggable man on TV and I've often wanted to audition just so I can get one!
It was good to have the normal judges back, though I have to say either money buys really amazing health care or Kelly was not as ill as she made out. I loved the way that Mr B made a snide little dot.com comment that indicated he had been less than happy having Alexandra as a temporary judge last week. It was also good to have them squabbling again, especially Louis and Mr B. Absolutely hilarious! I know it's all put on but that's what makes it so funny.. a bit like American wrestling!
The Girls
This week Janet took control of her song choice and the way her performance was to play out but all in all I don't think it paid off. Don't get me wrong, Janet was as precise as ever and I really enjoyed it but the song she chose; Jackson Fives 'I want you back' just wasn't her. I LOVE ballad Janet, sweet and hauntingly beautiful Janet. Upbeat, and prancing around like Hannah Montana is not for me! At least Tulisa and Mr B have realised the 'predictability' of Janet is what makes her great.
Kelly said that the B in Misha B stands for serious business. I have to say that of all the contestants in the years competition Misha is one I had no doubts about meaning business! This week she covered a Tina Turner track 'Rolling on the river'. It was only a matter of time really before a Tina Turner song found it's way into her repitioire! Personally this song just doesn't do it for me but as always Misha's performance was flawless. I have to say I loved her more dressed down look this week, her hair was gorgeous. Can we have more of the softer Misha please?
The Groups
The Risk were great this week, they are finally back on the map so to speak. This was echoed by the judges comments as well. For the first week running they started off strong and stayed that way until the end and Derry's rap was good too. I'm not sure if Mr B is right about Charlie being the lead singer or not. It's still early and it could just be that he's the first to become confident with his performances. They looked good, they performed well on solo vocals as well as their harmonies. The new line up is certainly paying off! It certainly made me giggle when Kelly said they had to surpass all other boy bands while she was sat next to Mr B.
Little Mix
After their utterly amazing performance last week I was disappointed that they've gone back to their previous standard and style. As before, I don't think it's bad, I just don't feel it myself even though the audience and judges clearly did. I'm afraid they hit it perfectly for me on Halloween week and I now know they CAN do it. 'Please Don't Stop The Music' by Rihanna was still a technically good performance, although they managed to sound out of tune with the music it at the beginning without sounding out of tune with themselves.
The Over 25's
Oh Johnny, I love you! Seriously, this guy makes me smile so much I think my face might break. He is becoming more and more comfortable every week and Louis is right, he deserves to believe in yourself. Although I thought that this weeks song choices; 'Hung up' by Madonna and 'You Spin me round (like a record) by Dead or Alive did, yet again, narrow his range and not do him full justice I don't believe Mr B needed to be quite so serious. Gary it's DANCE music, you can't take dance music seriously! It's for getting drunk and dancing too. The most it's supposed to inspire is silliness, a little fooling around and maybe some romance.
It wasn't her the most polished that I've seen her but as ever Kitty's performance didn't fail to satisfy. I love the song choice because it is a great song and Kitty did it justice. Madonna's 'Like a Prayer' You could see her influence on the other aspects of the performance too, she seems to able to take Louis's somewhat cheesy ideas and turn them into show stoppers! Tulisa is right in saying she'd be able to perform concerts well. I don't think Kitty held back in this performance. What I think is more likely is that, as Mr B pointed out she isn't the greatest dancer, so she was dividing her focus too much. Still one of my faves.
All that is left is The Boys
Let's get it out of the way shall we? Frankie was singing 'Tonight's Gonna Be a Good Night'. Oh Frankie. He was out of tune, he was completely lacklustre and bland. The lad was back to his run of the mill (these songs all sound the same) self and this week the judges didn't hold back. Louis was the rudest telling he'd never be a rock star and that the only thing big about him was his hair. Ouch! This set off much bickering amongst the judges that entertained me far more than Frankies performance had. Despite disagreeing with Louis Mr B did apologise, saying that he had made a mistake with the song choice. Hang on, isn't that the closest a judge can get to say 'you were rubbish'?
Marcus, ah how you are growing! This weeks song 'Reet Petite' by Jackie Wilson was a brilliant. He suited the music in every way. Vocals were spot on and check out his moves, all in all he performed really well! Mr B said this was the greatest performance so far in the season, I'm not sure about that but he was very good. Nice to see him be more relaxed. It improves his game no end and impressed the judges in the long run.
Well Craig showed last night that he is truly flexible and can perform to the same high standard even when he is given a song that is miles away from what is his normal style. It was a good song choice 'Heaven' and I liked that it still had some slow sections that allowed him to play to his strengths. His vocals were energetic and engaging which what this song needed. Great stuff. The judges sang his praises and the crowd were just delighted with him. Keep doing what your doing!
Over all it was a little up and down for me but still great. Who do I predict will be in the bottom two? To be honest I can't call it. I'd like Frankie to be there of course but I have no way the dice will fall tonight.
Wednesday, 2 November 2011
Is this X Factor or surprise surprise?
Well, Sunday was another shocker wasn't it? I was right about Sophie being in the bottom two but I'd never have thought that Misha would have received so few votes. However I should have realised that the bullying accusations of last week would have had an impact on her popularity, especially as the press had gone to town on it. Because I didn't expect Misha to be in the sing off I had a glorious moment of joy when it was Sophie, Frankie and Misha left on the stage. I honestly thought the hordes of teenage girls had come to their senses and had found someone else to foist their hormones on but sadly not. My moment of joy turned into a crushing disappointment as he continues on to be in next weeks show. Of course as soon as we knew who was going to be singing their little hearts out to battle to stay in the competition it was a foregone conclusion. Louis had been rude to Sophie in the live show and the others hadn't exactly been glowingly supportive so we all knew she was going home. I'm surprised they even put her through the stress of asking her to sing again as the poor girl clearly knew the decision that was going to be made. The judges did at least attempt to act indecisive but it made no difference. Why they bothered to get Kelly on the phone when she's so ill (her voice sounds better than mine and I just have a cold, not a rare throat infection) I have no idea. The other judges would have sent Sophie packing without he input. I smell a rather fishy rat.
I'm really starting to look forward to each show now as the standard this year really is very good. Until next time.
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