Danyl Johnson has The X Factor

Danger of being kicked out

admin — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:35:40 +0000

Danyl Johnson is on the verge of being kicked of the X Factor by judges after he stormed off set earlier this week.

If Danyl is in the bottom two tonight, the judges will take the opportunity to get rid of him, the News of the World claims.

A show insider told the newspaper: “They have to judge Danyl’s performance in the sing-off, but they can’t totally overlook how he’s acted this week.

“They’re looking for an international popstar and he’s proved he can’t handle the pressure and doesn’t have the personality to deal with tricky situations.

“Louis and Cheryl were starting to warm to Danyl, but it’s back to square one now. They think he’s acted in a completely unprofessional manner.

“You don’t see Alexandra Burke or Leona Lewis storming out of practice. The judges think it’s incredibly childish.

“He’s acting like a spoilt brat, even though they’ve given him an amazing opportunity.

“It’s hard for them to completely block out all the stories they’re hearing. All the other contestants, who are younger than him, are managing so it’s not good that he’s not.”

The source added: “Simon is very disappointed in Danyl. He’s had so much support over the course of the competition. Through everything, Simon has always backed him and stayed loyal but his patience has been severely tested this time.

“He knows Danyl has a good chance of going tonight and knows a lot of people will think it’s his own fault.”

The X Factor insider went on to say Johnson would be vulnerable if he finishes in the bottom two this weekend.

“Simon has made it clear to the other judges that they have to judge the sing-off based on that night’s performance,” they stated.

“But Danyl is starting at a disadvantage. Cheryl would never get rid of her own act to save him and Louis has serious reservations.”

Commenting on Johnson’s state of mind, the source said: “He’s in some type of turmoil. He knows he’s made himself unpopular and he doesn’t know how to change it.

“He’s been paranoid about facing the judges but much more worried about the result. Leaving the show is his worst nightmare and he can see it becoming a reality.”

Simon Cowell is deliberately ruining Danyl Johnson

admin — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:28:32 +0000

Simon Cowell is deliberately ruining Danyl Johnson’s chances of winning The X Factor. His mum has revealed

Maria Burgess said that Danyl thinks that Simon Cowell has given up on him and is focusing all his attention on Olly Murs.

She told the Sunday Mirror: “Danyl’s very upset and frustrated at the way he is being treated.

“He feels he’s not being given a fair chance and that Olly keeps getting more up-tempo songs.

“And he’s not getting all the bells and whistles. He’s lucky if he gets a perspex box to stand on when he’s performing, while the others have much bigger productions.

“The week he got a choir, we thought, ‘Wow, they have really pushed the boat out’.”

Danyl’s mum added that Simon Cowell does not listen to any of her son’s ideas or input on what he should be singing in the show.

She stated: “The situation is that Simon Cowell knows best. You don’t question him. Danyl has voiced his concerns repeatedly, but been met with a wall of silence.”

Danyl pissing off other contestants

admin — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:52:58 +0000

X Factor contestants are reportedly affected by Danyl Johnson’s demanding behaviour.

A insider of the show told the News of the World that the 27-year-old teacher is making life difficult for his fellow singers.

“This is bringing everyone down. Tensions are already high enough but it’s not right for one contestant to take so much attention.

“Danyl has changed his song two weeks in a row now and that means he needs a lot more work from support staff like Brian Friedman. It’s not fair.”

Simon Cowell is even getting fed up with Danyl

They explained: “Simon doesn’t want to lose face by losing Danyl this week. That would leave Cheryl with two acts – one more than him – and he couldn’t handle the indignity of that.

“So he’s going to stay very upbeat about Danyl and hopes the others judge him on his vocal performance. But he’s realistic about the long term.

“Why would he want to work with an artist who’s already caused him this much grief?

“Imagine what Danyl could be like with a million-pound record deal and number one single under his belt. He could become a real diva.

“They’re not the sorts of people Simon likes to worth with.”

Producers are also concerned about Danyl’s state of mind.

A source said: “He’s been on the edge at moments this week. Everyone hopes if Danyl does leave that he’s able to cope.

“If not, things could get very ugly. He truly believes he should be the winner of this show and exiting under these circumstances will be difficult for him to take.”

Week Seven: What the judges said

admin — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:44:11 +0000

Lloyd Daniels – ‘Faith’

Dannii: “Lloyd, that was a great opening to the show. You look fantastic tonight – it’s like a whole reinvention. You’ve definitely got something that is the X factor and we can’t put our finger on it. I’m just hoping that each week the vocals keep going up and up, because where we are in the competition you need to have a wow moment. At the end of the song the falsetto was great – you need to use that more, that’s your trick.”

Louis: “Lloyd, I know you were under a lot of pressure this week because you were in the bottom two, but you came back fighting. I love your new haircut, I love your new image, I love everything – except the voice. I think you’re a real popstar, but I think you’re out of your depth now. I think there are better singers than you.”

Simon: “Actually, Lloyd, that surprised me because it wasn’t bad at all. I’m not saying it was the best vocal I’ve ever heard, but you look a lot better, you’re starting to perform to the public and it started to feel believable. Maybe you’ve started to believe in yourself. You stepped up in a week – very good.”

Cheryl: “It’s really amazing for me to watch you grow before my eyes. I feel like you’re turning into a little man. You look adorable and I think that was your best, most comfortable performance.”

Stacey Solomon – ‘I Can’t Make You Love Me’

Louis: “Stacey, last week you absolutely stole the show, and I want everybody to know you are a great performer and there is nothing phoney about you. Whatever it is, star quality, you’ve definitely got it and I think you’re definitely going to make the final three. And Dannii picked a brilliant, brilliant song for you.”

Cheryl: “What’s happened now is your voice has become as big as your personality, and that’s what we were all waiting for. It was a great song choice, you just need to believe you can win now. You need to start believing you’re the winner because you could do it.”

Simon: “You are, as it showed in the film, one of the most genuinely nice people we’ve had on these shows. You really are, and I think you’ve turned into a little star. Do I think it was as good as last week? No, I don’t. It was a little bit mechanical in parts. The last part was very good, but the first part was a little bit clumsy. But there’s no question you’re going to be here next week. I’d be amazed if you weren’t.”

Dannii: “Stacey, that was such an elegant performance – so, so beautiful. I just have to say this show is all about dreams and making people’s dreams come true, and Cheryl’s right – you have to believe this could come true for you, because they [the audience] do.”

John & Edward – ‘I’m Your Man’

Dannii: “Wow guys. You look amazing. You know what really shocked me tonight – the singing was in tune and the rapping was out of time. I don’t know what’s happening now, I’m totally confused. It was fun…”

Cheryl: “Out of all the contestants you’ve been on the biggest and toughest rollercoaster, and no matter what happens you need to be really proud of yourself for coming this far.”

Simon: “I don’t think it was George and Andrew – it was Andrew and Andrew. But look, guys, it was a perfect song choice. I do think Louis is giving you too much to do. He’s turned you into his version of Action Man dolls. Every week, there’s crazy, crazy choreography.”

Louis: “Because they can do it! They never stop rehearsing. Everywhere I go young girls are shouting ‘Jedward, Jedward, Jedward’. These guys are connecting with them. I’m having the best time of my life working with you. But I need people to vote for you guys. This year would not be the same without them – we’d have no fun.”

Simon: “What I would say is you did have quite a hard time at the start and you have converted a lot of people. I think you’ve done that just by being relentless. You’re like an unstoppable machine at the moment.”

Danyl Johnson – ‘Careless Whisper’

Dannii: “Danyl, that is one of my all time favourite songs, a classic. I think Simon did the right thing by choosing a really original version of that for you – it was a wise move and you sang it perfectly.”

Louis: “Danyl, there’s no doubt you can sing anything, but I think you tried too hard tonight. I would have preferred a different arrangement. You’re a great singer but I think you’re trying too hard and I think Simon is making it very difficult for you.”

Cheryl: “I’ve got to be really honest with you, Danyl. Parts of that were really flat. The start was exposed because the track is so bare. But I think your image and performance are always fantastic.”

Simon: “Well, Cheryl, I think we were listening to two different songs there, I genuinely do. Because why that was so good, in my opinion, was that that is what is called respecting the song. Taking it, listening to it, and most importantly doing something original with it. No doubt Louis would have had you up in the scaffolding in a T-shirt. How can you say I tried too hard? By the way, to clear something up Danyl, you are 100% right to have chosen that song. It was your decision and it was the right decision.”

Olly Murs – ‘Fast Love’

Dannii: “Olly, Olly, Olly – Essex must be going mad for you tonight. You’re always polished and you know how to rock the audience. That’s a particularly hard song to sing, because you have to tune into the bass line. The first half did have tuning problems, but once you got into the higher register you were really kicking through so just watch that.”

Louis: “I loved everything about your performance. You have the potential to be the new popstar up there with Robbie, Gary, Will Young and the others. You’re a natural mover, and there’s nothing fake about you – everything about Olly Murs is real. You’ve got the potential to win this competition.”

Cheryl: “You know what the best thing about you is, Olly? You’ve got really broad appeal. Young lads think you’re cool and want to knock about with you, girls love you, kids like you. There’s no fuss about you, you get your head down and get the job done. You always come out and deliver. I really like you Olly, and I wish you all the best. And I really enjoyed your performance.”

Simon: “You’re going to have no problems with the chicks when you leave the competition! You are turning into a really, really, really good, fearless performer. You did something original, you put that difficult dance break in the middle. I see a huge, huge improvement in you week after week, it’s great.”

Joe McElderry – ‘Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me’

Dannii: “Joe, four judges standing for you! That was exceptional. And it’s kind of weird – when you first walked out I could see you were nervous. You don’t need to be. You have such passion and a real honesty to your voice. I love you. You deserve to be here and I would love to see you in the final.”

Louis: “That was definitely the best performance of the night vocally, in every way. The thing I like about you is you show up and do your job. There’s never a problem with you. You’ve got a great appeal, like Olly. I think you could be a UK Michael Bublé. The only problem is the songs were George Michael songs and Madam here [Cheryl Cole] broke the rules – that’s an Elton John song. George Michael sang a little bit of it but it was a hit for Elton.”

Simon: “Here’s a new rule – we’re going to stop you from speaking. Because after this young kid gets up on stage, does the performance of his life and absolutely 100% nailed the song – and you’ve got the audacity to sit there with your silly, stupid little rulebook again and say he only sang half the song… who cares? Who cares what you think? I’ve got to tell you, Joe, I take a little bit of credit for this because I told you in rehearsals to give it that extra 10% and you did, so congratulations.”

Cheryl: “Joe, you just stole the show. You absolutely smashed it and I couldn’t be more proud of you. I could absolutely burst with pride when I watch you. You’re adorable, I love watching you, and here’s to the final.”

Danyl Johnson, the kids told me to audition

admin — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:51:42 +0000

The X Factor star and ‘the new Susan Boyle’ of the internet, Danyl Johnson has revealed that it was his students who convinced him to apply for the show

Interviewed on the American television show Today, Danyl explained he has been singing for about ten years now.

“I thought that dream had gone past,” he said. “The kids have been so supportive and they said I should go into the competition.

“I just thought, ‘OK, I’ll send an application, and if I hear back I will see what happens from there’. I’m so glad they got me to do it now, I have to say.”

adding “I’m just having a really good time and enjoying it, but it’s really humbling. Everyone has been really nice to me; everyone has said really nice things.”

Simon Cowell described Johnson’s audition as the “best ever” after he performed ‘With a Little Help from My Friends’.

Danyl Johnson – new videos

admin — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:16:39 +0000

Some more new videos have been posted on youtube of X Factor star Danyle Johnson – I hope you enjoy

I am sure this is the start of something big for this guy

X factor Danyl Johnson on NBC`s ‘The Today Show’

admin — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:20:23 +0000

The X Factor Danyl Johnson

Danyl Johnson the X Factor star has landed an appearance on NBC’s The Today Show

Danyl a 28 year old schoolteacher has been allegedly approached after his X Factor audition was viewed over one million times on YouTube. US breakfast show’s producers are keen to have him on the show furthering his new “The next Susan Boyle” frenzy.

Simon Cowell, Louis Walsh, Cheryl Cole and Dannii Minogue all praised Daynyl after performing The Beatles’ ‘With A Little Help From My Friends’ in Saturday night’s launch episode – Simon saying it was the best first performance he had ever saw.

A friend of Danyl`s told the Daily Mail: “The Today Show contacted him because they saw his audition and think he’s a real star. They want him on this week – and he thinks it’s an amazing opportunity.”

Meanwhile ITV comentect to The Sun: “Not even we expected things to move this quickly.”

Johnson’s early success in the competition has already caused comparisons to Britain’s Got Talent star Susan Boyle, who became an internet sensation after her own audition aired earlier this year.

The X Factor second highest ratings ever, thanks to Susan Boyle

admin — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 08:27:20 +0000

Simon Cowell thanks Susan Boyle

THE X Factor launch 11.7 million – and Simon Cowell puts it down to SUSAN BOYLE.

A staggering 11.7million tuned in to watch Saturday nights X Factor and see its new format .Simon’s decision to hold auditions in front of a live studio audience is now down to thelegendary Susan Boyle audition on sister show Britain’s Got Talent, which became a worldwide YouTube sensation.

“Susan Boyle changed auditions forever.”

“If she had walked on to the X Factor like it used to be it would not have been as dramatic.

“Giving people a crowd to perform in front of makes it harder and more exciting.

“It makes or breaks you. It can turn a good performance into an incredible one.”

Saturday’s X Factor was watched by 54 per cent of the telly audience.

The figure is a massive boost for Simon, who admited he had become bored of the shows original format.

“Danyl Johnson as an example of just how much the show had improved.”

“He gave an incredible audition. He’s got a seriously, seriously good voice.”

“You watch it and it immediately has the wow factor. The show has stepped up a gear.”

“And it’s great for the viewers. It’s feel-good telly and that’s something we could seriously do with in Britain right now.”

Danyl Johnson bookies 2/1 to win

admin — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 22:34:53 +0000

Simon Cowell told Danyl Johnson that his audition on Saturday night’s X Factor was “single handedly the best first audition I’ve ever heard.”

It comes as no surprise that the bookies have Danyl as the X Factor favourite at the lowest odds in the show’s history, at 2/1 to win.

A William Hill spokesman told The Mirror: “We have been hammered for Danyl today with an unprecedented £10,000 wagered on him already, despite the fact that we have seen only a fraction of potential contestants.”

Facebook and Bebo alreay have thousands of Danyl Johnson fans signed up to keep up to date with the latest on the up and coming star.

Is it too early to predict the winner of The X Factor 2009? It’s only been one week!

We’re sure we haven’t seen the best of this guys talent yet.

Danyl Johnson reveales he is bisexual

admin — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:57:34 +0000

daryl johnson sleeps with men

X Factor star Danyl Johnson has revealed that he swings both ways, admitting: ‘I’ve dated men AND women.’

Danyl a 27-year-old bisexual blew the judges away with his performance during The X Factor’s opening show

Danyl told News of the World: “I am a massive flirt.”I wouldn’t rule out someone just because of their gender.

Danyle received a standing ovation for his version of Beatles classic ‘With A Little Help From My Friends’ and is already the odds to win X Factor.

Lady fans will be stunned to learn that the handsome teacher is attracted to ALL the X-Factor judges, espicially Simon Cowell

He reckons Simon Cowell and Louis Walsh are every bit as appealing as the lovely Cheryl Cole and Dannii Minogue!

“They’re all good-looking,” said Danyl. “Simon and Louis and very nice.

“Between them I would pick Simon though – because he has a feisty attitude.

“I would love to be around someone like that. Even his hair and his clothes are just fine to me.”

But Danyl, from Reading, went on to admit that he’s been unlucky in love in the past.

He said: “I haven’t been in that many relationships, only about four. It’s been a year since I was last with someone – that’s horrible!

“I hate boxes, so I don’t like to call myself gay, straight or bisexual. But yeah, I’ll admit that I have dated men.