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Old 10-12-2009, 22:31
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Apparently Simon Cowell has been reported saying no-one will watch the Strictly Semi-Final. He displayed a bad case of sour grapes last year when Strictly won Best Entertainment Show.

I have news for Simon - I will be watching Strictly on Saturday and then switch over and see the remainder of X Factor.

I personally feel he is jealous of Strictly's success and deals with this by dissing the programme.

Message to Simon Cowell - I can't speak for the rest of Britain but I will watch Strictly - semi-final, final and Christmas Special - and if it clashes with X-Factor then my loyalties are with glitter balls and sequins.
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Old 10-12-2009, 22:33
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To be fair, whatever Simon says I just hear "wah wah wah wah wah" anyway... so he can mock it all he likes!
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Old 10-12-2009, 22:41
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I don't suppose Simon Cowell is a big Strictly fan....it's not going to make him any money so why would he be
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Old 10-12-2009, 22:48
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Ignore it - don't give the petulant child the attention it craves and it will (hopefully) learn to behave properly in public.
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Old 10-12-2009, 22:50
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Simon's credibility went out of the window this series when he chose to keep JEdward. I like X-Factor but, Simon's greed was there for all to see when he kept them in. Let's be fair on paper he had the strongest category and yet his two strongest performers aren't with him. Instead of improving he made them look a lot worse than they were when they started. All he's doing is trying to deflect the public's disappointment in him by dismissing SCD.

As much as he (AND certain FMs) want to slate SCD it has a hard core following and there's very little he can do about.
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Old 10-12-2009, 22:52
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I think it's all panto between the shows. I remember Bruce mocking a couple of years ago when The X Factor seemed to be struggling and Strictly was firing on all cylinders.
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Old 10-12-2009, 22:54
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I've only ever watched the X-Factor when I visit friends who insist on watching it, I have never watched it on my own TV and don't plan on doing so. I refuse to watch a programme that makes money for a man who makes a living from being nasty to people

I will also be buying that Rage Against the Machine song next week
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Old 10-12-2009, 23:06
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I've only ever watched the X-Factor when I visit friends who insist on watching it, I have never watched it on my own TV and don't plan on doing so. I refuse to watch a programme that makes money for a man who makes a living from being nasty to people

I will also be buying that Rage Against the Machine song next week
You do realise it's Simon's company that's selling the song (IIRC)?
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Old 10-12-2009, 23:10
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You do realise it's Simon's company that's selling the song (IIRC)?
Aarrrrgh no I didn't. One of my friends told me to buy it and I quite liked the idea.
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Old 10-12-2009, 23:20
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Ive never been a big fan of the X-Factor or BGT. I stopped watching them in any meaningful way several years ago.

I dont think Simon is jealous of Strictly cos the X-Factor is really trousing them in the rating this year... for all the complaints about Strictly this year (and they are LEGION) I think the tide is showing signs of turning against Cowell a little. Dont get me wrong, I think his dominance will continue for many years to come but the first inklings of disquiet are starting this year.

For me Cowell's shows give the wrong message to the public. The idea that fame and success can be gained instantly, rather than the hard slog and practice that is in reality required. Clearly the X-Factor contestants DO practice for years but we dont see that labour on the show and it encourages a culture of instant gratification and reward.

I also dislike the tendancy for these new stars to be massively hyped, only to be dropped like hot cakes by Cowell the minute they fail to be a massive money spinner. as a big music fan, I resent what I interpret as Cowells fixation on his artists making money rather than producing good music (and some of those that emerge from these shows ARE talented). Added to that theres the very controlled way these artists are markets and the very bald, mainstream music that they eventually produce. Originality and creativity is not required in a Cowell protegy...I find Cowell and his ilk very cynical.

For me Strictly is different in tone altogether and that is one of the reasons I prefer it. The contestants already have some talent or achievement in their past (Jo Wood excepted!) THey are taught a NEW skill, we see their training every day on ITT, we see them develop and struggle in a way that is barely touched on in X-Factor. At the end of the show THEY GET A GLITTER BALL! Thats it, no bullshit about a big career as a dancer, or international celebrity off the back of it...

OK, yes, the contestants DO benefit their careers from Strictly, but at least they excelled at something (in most cases) BEFORE Strictly, and most return to their original careers with a higher profile and a new skill to boot.

Theres less bull in Strictly and thats why I prefer it!
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Old 11-12-2009, 00:50
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I must admit that i do get the feeling that i am the only one on earth that doesnt watch xf...

Strictly ftw!
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Old 11-12-2009, 01:23
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You do realise it's Simon's company that's selling the song (IIRC)?
Sony is not Simon Cowells company, Syco is thats under Sonys umbrella as is Rage Against The Machine, does Simon Bowel make money off PS3?

in other words Sony owns Cowell and Rage.

Buy it if you like, he was very very agitated at the press conference!

79p and money goes to the homeless!
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Old 11-12-2009, 01:32
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I personally feel he is jealous of Strictly's success and deals with this by dissing the programme.
Jealous of what success? The X Factor has well and truly trounced Strictly in the ratings this year.
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Old 11-12-2009, 05:26
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Maybe XF has trounced SCD in the ratings, but there are still 8 or 9 million people who happily watch Strictly every week and this obviously annoys Simon. How dare anyone watch anything apart from XF? The guy has developed a God complex and wants everyone to do what he tells them, including the artists on his show and all the public.

Well I've got news for you Mr Cowell. I've never watched the XF and don't intend to start now. It's Strictly all the way for me.
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Old 11-12-2009, 05:34
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Apparently Simon Cowell has been reported saying no-one will watch the Strictly Semi-Final. He displayed a bad case of sour grapes last year when Strictly won Best Entertainment Show.

I have news for Simon - I will be watching Strictly on Saturday and then switch over and see the remainder of X Factor.

I personally feel he is jealous of Strictly's success and deals with this by dissing the programme.

Message to Simon Cowell - I can't speak for the rest of Britain but I will watch Strictly - semi-final, final and Christmas Special - and if it clashes with X-Factor then my loyalties are with glitter balls and sequins.
Why would he be jealous? Look at the viewing figures and press coverage for XF, much higher than SCD.
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Old 11-12-2009, 06:16
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Ive never been a big fan of the X-Factor or BGT. I stopped watching them in any meaningful way several years ago.

I dont think Simon is jealous of Strictly cos the X-Factor is really trousing them in the rating this year... for all the complaints about Strictly this year (and they are LEGION) I think the tide is showing signs of turning against Cowell a little. Dont get me wrong, I think his dominance will continue for many years to come but the first inklings of disquiet are starting this year.

For me Cowell's shows give the wrong message to the public. The idea that fame and success can be gained instantly, rather than the hard slog and practice that is in reality required. Clearly the X-Factor contestants DO practice for years but we dont see that labour on the show and it encourages a culture of instant gratification and reward.

I also dislike the tendancy for these new stars to be massively hyped, only to be dropped like hot cakes by Cowell the minute they fail to be a massive money spinner. as a big music fan, I resent what I interpret as Cowells fixation on his artists making money rather than producing good music (and some of those that emerge from these shows ARE talented). Added to that theres the very controlled way these artists are markets and the very bald, mainstream music that they eventually produce. Originality and creativity is not required in a Cowell protegy...I find Cowell and his ilk very cynical.

For me Strictly is different in tone altogether and that is one of the reasons I prefer it. The contestants already have some talent or achievement in their past (Jo Wood excepted!) THey are taught a NEW skill, we see their training every day on ITT, we see them develop and struggle in a way that is barely touched on in X-Factor. At the end of the show THEY GET A GLITTER BALL! Thats it, no bullshit about a big career as a dancer, or international celebrity off the back of it...

OK, yes, the contestants DO benefit their careers from Strictly, but at least they excelled at something (in most cases) BEFORE Strictly, and most return to their original careers with a higher profile and a new skill to boot.

Theres less bull in Strictly and thats why I prefer it!
You've pretty summed up my thoughts as well. I used to be a fan of X Factor but the arrogance, cynicism and vacuous nature of the show left me feeling cold, whereas strictly has more depth to it and has a nice, positive atmosphere around it.

Jealous of what success? The X Factor has well and truly trounced Strictly in the ratings this year.
True, but most people end up watching it purely because of the months and months of pointless hype that is in every form of media. When people get told things over and over again, they begin to believe it. Roll on December 14th when the number of times I hear the words 'X Factor' start to go down and down....but that won't last long because then we'll have months of the media foaming at the mouth about 'Britain's Got Talent' - There's no escape.
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Old 11-12-2009, 06:53
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So he says he can't remember who won last year?

What about The X Factor winner from 2 years ago that has been erased from X Factor history?
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Old 11-12-2009, 06:56
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Jealous of what success? The X Factor has well and truly trounced Strictly in the ratings this year.

Precisely, X Factor ratings have slaughtered those of Strictly this year. From bits I've read recently, Simon is planning more changes to X-Factor next year, in an effort to retain and increase its audience.

His show has attracted major stars, whereas Strictly (apart from Amy Winehouse) has only managed to hire old has-beens.

Given that it was the BBC who were intent on pitting Strictly directly against X-Factor in the schedules, Simon has every reason to crow.

Even I, have been dipping into X-Factor this year and I'm no fan of Simon Cowell.

To me, Strictly just seems tired, old, boring and well past its sell by date, this year.
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Old 11-12-2009, 07:41
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Ive never been a big fan of the X-Factor or BGT. I stopped watching them in any meaningful way several years ago.

I dont think Simon is jealous of Strictly cos the X-Factor is really trousing them in the rating this year... for all the complaints about Strictly this year (and they are LEGION) I think the tide is showing signs of turning against Cowell a little. Dont get me wrong, I think his dominance will continue for many years to come but the first inklings of disquiet are starting this year.

For me Cowell's shows give the wrong message to the public. The idea that fame and success can be gained instantly, rather than the hard slog and practice that is in reality required. Clearly the X-Factor contestants DO practice for years but we dont see that labour on the show and it encourages a culture of instant gratification and reward.

I also dislike the tendancy for these new stars to be massively hyped, only to be dropped like hot cakes by Cowell the minute they fail to be a massive money spinner. as a big music fan, I resent what I interpret as Cowells fixation on his artists making money rather than producing good music (and some of those that emerge from these shows ARE talented). Added to that theres the very controlled way these artists are markets and the very bald, mainstream music that they eventually produce. Originality and creativity is not required in a Cowell protegy...I find Cowell and his ilk very cynical.

For me Strictly is different in tone altogether and that is one of the reasons I prefer it. The contestants already have some talent or achievement in their past (Jo Wood excepted!) THey are taught a NEW skill, we see their training every day on ITT, we see them develop and struggle in a way that is barely touched on in X-Factor. At the end of the show THEY GET A GLITTER BALL! Thats it, no bullshit about a big career as a dancer, or international celebrity off the back of it...

OK, yes, the contestants DO benefit their careers from Strictly, but at least they excelled at something (in most cases) BEFORE Strictly, and most return to their original careers with a higher profile and a new skill to boot.

Theres less bull in Strictly and thats why I prefer it!
I totally agree with I have never watched X factor or BGT for that matter.

Bland wannabes do nothing for me and I included Cherryl Cole in that lol
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Old 11-12-2009, 07:46
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I think it's interesting that he's chosen to put a comment out like that. In terms of ratings X Factor has easily beaten SCD this year, but he's obviously concerned about it.

I would have thought SCD would no longer be on his radar, but it seems not. I'm a bit surprised to be honest.
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Old 11-12-2009, 07:47
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Great post Boddism!
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Old 11-12-2009, 08:14
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Have never watched anything that he's been in/on and never will. I'll be watching the semi's, the finals and the Christmas show - hopefully work will not get in the way!
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Old 11-12-2009, 08:21
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I must admit that i do get the feeling that i am the only one on earth that doesnt watch xf...

Strictly ftw!

You're not the only one
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Old 11-12-2009, 08:53
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Never watched X factor and don't intend to start
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Old 11-12-2009, 08:55
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I don't really like bad dancing much, but I CAN'T BEAR bad singing, particularly when there are a bunch of people trying to make out it's really good.

TXF is thus never going to be on my list of stuff to watch, and it never will.

I will totally be buying the RATM song in an effort to keep the TXF song off the top spot. What the hell, it's worth a punt.
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