X-Factor Debuts Exclusive 8-Minute Preview [Video]
Are you ready to ditch American Idol for something new? Simon Cowell is banking on that fact with his new series The X Factor which once again places singing contestants up against one another.
Unlike American Idol the show is open to singers and bands and it appears that all auditions are handled right on the big stage in front of sold-out crowds, quite the nerve racking experience and something America’s Got Talent contestants are familiar with.
Funny fact about the show, while American Idol judges are always seen with “Coke” cups for their refreshments, Simon and his team for X Factor are now sipping out of Pepsi cups, which Paula Abdul probably has filled with something more “potent.”
The X Factor also has no age limit like Idol and the top prize is the highest in TV history at $5 million.
The show debuts on Fox on September 21, in the meantime here’s the eight-minute preview:
Fox TV bought the rights to the show for $60 million and early reports say the deal could net Simon Cowell upwards of $500 million on the backend, which explains why he turned down a reported $30+ million per season to stay with American Idol.
Are you ready to tune into another Simon Cowell helmed project?
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Sep 15, 2011
I never watched American Idol so doubt I will watch this one.
Sep 15, 2011
It supposed to be different from Idol…But I will watch just to see Simon… I love him… lol
Sep 15, 2011
Melissa Williams Eh I am not crazy about how he acts though. He is easy on the eyes though.
Sep 15, 2011
I have watched American Idol for 10 years. I have become disenchanted with their crazy voting system this year. I saw an amazing and talented singer Haley Reinhart place only 3rd because of it, when she should have won. I am curious to see what kind of voting system The X Factor will have and if they will be fair and equal to all the finalists.
Sep 16, 2011
I am anxiously waiting for X factor to be aired here in Mumbai on the 22 nd dint quite enjoy american Idol the last time, I am sure X Factor will be more enjoyable.