X Factor

As most people know by now Melanie Amaro is the $5 Million "X-Factor" winner. But what many people may not know is that Chris handed Melanie the victory on a silver platter.

Along with a $5 million recording contract, Amaro will release new music for her fans and become a pop superstar.

Will this year of 'American Idol' bring the excitement like 'The X Factor' or will it pale in comparison?

It would be a shame if "X Factor" fires Steve Jones. Sure he's fumbling, awkward, and ineffectual, but he was starting to grow on me. His awkwardness is endearing.

Who sang what? How did the contestants do?

The X-Factor has quickly become one of America's biggest hits. Read to find out how host Steve Jones has exemplified as heartless character and nature as host.

Starting with exclusive online auditions, singers have until Dec. 31 to submit their audition song. After that, it's a long wait until the full audition process continues.

For a show with a $5 million prize, the event should be one of the best television shows of the season. Unfortunately, it will only turn into a list of things to fix before the second season begins.

When it comes to singing competitions, "The X-Factor" takes the cake! Before you make a judgement, check out the reasons why.

When Nicole Scherzinger forced last week's results to deadlock, she let Rachel Crow down. Here's why.

'The X Factor' has seen many contestants, but which ones left the show way too soon?

Who is left on the X-Factor, Who Will go home on the X-Factor?, Who will win?

Rachel Crowe was not the only person with tears freely flowing after the thirteen year old was eliminated from X-Factor competition.

'The X Factor' started out as a fresh, more appealing version of the seemingly aged 'American Idol,' but it has slowly transformed into a mean, sometimes cruel, uninspiring talent show.

Astro and Drew were two of the most promising talents. Now they are gone, what will me miss the most?

This year's show has seen a lot of talent, but which of the remaining five hopefuls have the best chance of winning?

Has the teen emcee who blew up on the "X-Factor" been signed by Jay-Z? If so, it is well-deserved.

It was nice to see Astro take to the stage and rap week after week. He wrote his own lyrics and imposed his rhymes over popular songs.

X Factor showed its true colors when Executive Producer Simon Cowell let Melanie Amaro go, later called it a mistake, flew to her home to apologize and invite her back on the show. Her performances have been skillfully orchestrated.

The X Factor is down to seven contestants. What are the odd makers in Las Vegas saying about who the winner will be?

The X factor is a talent show similar to American Idol. The show has more versatility allowing the over 30 crowd to compete as well as group singing.

On “The X Factor,” Simon Cowell is making the huge mistake of confining Rachel Crow to a little cute girl image by having her sing songs that are NOT designed for substantial vocal talent.

Seven performers remain on the X Factor as Lakoda Rayne and LeRoy Bell are eliminated on epsiode 17 of the show.

Last week, Bradley made a mistake when he initially refused to perform in the sing-off. In spite of his poor decision, here are a few reasons why America should give him a second chance.

Last week young hip-hop rapper Astro was booed after saying he didn't want to be on the show because he was on the bottom two.

Did Simon Cowell let his fans down? Did he let "X Factor" fans down? And did he let Astro down by voting another contestant off the show? Or was it just Simon playing the odds?

A look at Astro's X Factor meltdown and whether or not there was truth in his tears.

Overall performance value outweighed dignity and poise in last night’s “The X Factor” vote- off. In the bottom two, Stacy Francis and Astro. However, “Astro’s” outrageous reaction to the results should have ultimately had him booted, simply on principle.

Young rap star Astro escaped elimanation during week 16 on the X Factor. Has his attitude helped or hurt the young performer?

The American version of "X Factor" is the latest reality TV competition show to get attention. But the contestants vying for the big contract have to put up with plenty of nonsense from the judges, who serve as mentors.

"The X Factor" contestant Stacy Francis has been complaining about the comment she has been getting on the show. Here are a few reasons why she should stop.

A look at the off the mark judgments coming from one X Factor judge after the contestant Drew performs.

Voting through calling, texting and with Twitter, the second live show featured some highs and lows among the four different groups.