I think they are great - hope as the weeks go on they gain momentum...they could end up winners.

Btw - does anyone know (apart from The Keys) how many times Charlie has auditioned? I think I read he has entered the competition a few times before...does anyone know what bands/how many times? Thanks

This is his third time. He reached the judges house in 2009 with the band Harmony Hood.

I really think they could gain a lot of fans and end up winning

Twitter accounts (All real ):

Official The Risk Twitter:
https://twitter.com/#!/theriskoffic

Personal Twitters:

Charlie:
https://twitter.com/#!/CharlieTheRisk

Derry:
https://twitter.com/#!/OfficialDerry

Andrew:
https://twitter.com/#!/AndyMerryRisk

Ashley:
https://twitter.com/#!/AshleyTheRisk

I thought they were so polished on Sat night. Watched some of the show again when it was repeated earlier this week and they stood out as a really tight performance . Very good harmonies and a natural sense of balance with each singer adding his own distinct voice but not taking over.

It reminded me of Eton Road a few years back and what amazing harmonies they had. Back then, the panel (especially Sharon) raved about them for the first few weeks and the public seemed right behind them but they had a bad week and then went out on the 5th show, (which was arguably their best night) but somewhere along the line they had lost the public support. Hope the same elevation/fall pattern doesn't happen with The Risk and they go the distance

Looking forward to this week!

Any songs which you'd like them to sing over the coming week? (if they get through)

I'm completely useless at song choices.

There is a rumour going around that they are performing on Saturday though which I think would be a great choice.

I love the Madcon song of the same title. Hope the rumour is true cos I too think it would be a fantastic choice, especially if they do the Madcon version. Not familiar with Frankie Valli one.

I hope that the rumour is true. Could be a great choice.

I agree, it's a fantastic choice.

If it's true I'm sure they will do the Madcon version, seems made for them with the rap bit in the middle. Popular track too, and a choice that would make a great show opener.........though I hope they don't get that slot as it's definitely perceived as the graveyard slot. However, they would probably coast it anyway as I can't see them being in any danger, they are too good !

Heys guys! I love The Risk, so I'll probably start posting here more often!
They were fantastic last Saturday night, and I can't wait until I get to watch them again tonight!

Hi Baby Katy.

Looks like the rumours weren't true after all. Tonight the Boys are singing

Could be a good choice. Completely different type of song to last week.

Brilliant from the boys tonight. Song choice, maybe could have been something that we haven't heard so many times but still good.

Hate that song so much and I hate Bruno Mars even more. But, once again The Risk made I song I dislike likeable! Man Tulisa is brilliant with this group, she really is a great mentor. Can't wait to see more of the Risk, best performers last night.

Enjoyed their performance again this week.

Heres the Youtube video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IHWtiYiHzA

Lines Closed.......nerves kicking in for me and I'm sure they must be nervous. Doubt they'll be in the bottom though.

Paddy Power has them as favourite to win now!

Really liking these guys. Loving the groups this year!

I'm going to go bet on these guys tomorrow to win the competition, only £5 though, never done it before, I'm that confident in them.

They were fantastic last Saturday, and I was delighted when they got through

COME ON THE RISK!

Just posting a few videos.

Last weeks video Diary. (This weeks isn't up yet):
http://xfactor.itv.com/2011/backstag...tem_200340.htm

Another video I just found on the Official site:
http://xfactor.itv.com/2011/fashion/...tem_200387.htm

The Boys are performing tonight. Hope it goes well.

@theriskoffic
The Risk Been a tough week. Really hope we can pull it off tonight. Thanks for all the love and support xxxx

Not as good as usual but I still enjoyed it.

If they get through to next week (Which i'm sure they will). They need to really focus on their next performance and not going out.

Put my votes in. I hope that Ashley is better by next week if they get through.

I like them, they're my second favourite. Love Andy.