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Mel B vs Sara Cox:- Who will get the final judging spot?
Barry_Clarke
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So it has emerged today that Mel B's placement as the fourth judgement isn't a given and Sara Cox may also be in the running if Mel B's contract isn't suitable. Personally I think Sara Cox would be a breath of fresh air to the panel, and would really give a different and unique perspective to the panel. It would really shake up the dynamic.
Thoughts ?
Mel or Sara
http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2014/06/03/x-factor-judge-2014-sara-cox-mel-b_n_5436013.html
Thoughts ?
Mel or Sara
http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2014/06/03/x-factor-judge-2014-sara-cox-mel-b_n_5436013.html
Who Should be the 4th Judge on X Factor 115 votes
Sara Cox
51%
59 votes
Mel B
48%
56 votes
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You think Mel wouldn't lick the man who pays her bills and is the reason she is the public eyes ass ? But it won't be Sara Cox she just said it on twitter unfortunately
Dermot manages to keep his Saturday afternoon show on Radio 2 while X factor is on, so it shouldn't be a problem for Sara to pre-record her show either.
She's certainly witty enough to hold her own and she'd certainly have a good appreciation of what sort of music is current.
I can't really see Mel B being a good fit though. Sure, she'd appeal to the element of the audience who hate-watch the show because they'd love her slagging off everyone all the time, but I think it would get a bit tiresome.
It did when she was a judge on Stepping Out. Though the situation wasn't helped by having Jason Gardner on the panel as well.
I think Mel B's brand of 'honesty' will become tiresome very quickly. I prefer judges who are constructive in their criticism.
It's a pity that Sara Cox has tweeted that she's not doing it, because I think she'd be an interesting choice. I think a radio DJ on the panel would be good.
I also think it would be good to have a vocal coach on the panel. They did that on two of the BBC casting shows and it worked well, especially as the vocal coach worked with the contestants during the week, so was able to bring up vocal issues in her comments on the show, and work with the contestants on those issues during the next week. Is Yvie Burnett still with XF? If so, she'd be a good choice.
One of the key elements is audience interaction, though. A lot of the features are based on songs sent in to fit listeners anecdotes. It wouldn't work pre-recorded.
Simon said the deal is done so I expect the new judge would know they are doing it. Its Mel B or Alesha, both bad options Think this whole Sara Cox thing is just to make it all a bit more of a surprise even though I think Sara would be brilliant, Xfactor doesn't have that much imagination or ability to surprise people,now its predictable as ever 100% sure it won't be Sara
Did he not say the contract hadn't been signed yet though? So technically, something could happen and she could end up not doing it.
I'm sure she won't be doing it and fully expect Mel to take the spot. I think it would be a good idea though.
I'd take anyone over Mel B anyway.
You didn't click the link and read the story then?
It's been reported on loads of sites.
Alesha's appointment would make complete sense and would be a good one in my opinion. Mel B could be too harsh and overpower the show with negativity.
I had never considered Sara but she would be an intriguing choice. I wonder if the sources have got muddled up and she's actually been approached for Rising Star?
Alesha sucking up to Simon on BGT and BGMT has put me right off her plus she doesn't have that much of an impact. And with Mel if people watch an actual full series of her as a judge on any show they will see why see would be a bad choice too
Mel B would be a good choice as well just because she's all mouth but I refuse to consider any of the other rumours at this point. Alesha Dixon fits in nicely on BGT, but she doesn't exactly stand out enough to be put on both shows, never mind the fact that it would be overkill. I don't even want to think of the possibility of Rita Ora getting it. Whoever it is needs to have a bit more common sense and wit about them, rather than someone put there just to look pretty, we already have Cheryl for that.
Wouldn't be surprised if it was her and her tweet is just to throw people off. That rumour has suddenly come from nowhere, she hasn't denied it and there will be an announcement his week.
Alesha does not suck up to simon! Can't wait till Alesha get announced as a X Factor judge!
I'd genuinely start watching again if she turned up on the panel, I think she's hilarious. The perfect antidote to the Simon/Cheryl love in.