Liam Gallagher says he finds X Factor stars John and Edward even more annoying than his own brother, Noel.

The former Oasis singer has launched a vicious attack against the 18-year-old Irish twins, who are favourites to win the reality TV show.

Gallagher said the brothers – dubbed Jedward – were irritating and raised questions about the current state of British music.

"I know all about annoying fucking brothers. But nobody comes close to them,” the singer told the Daily Mirror.

“How do you not smack them? What the fuck is happening to British music?

"And what are those things on their heads?"

John and Edward were controversially saved by the public vote on Saturday's edition of The X Factor.

The pair have entertained the public with energetic dance routines despite ongoing questions over whether they can sing.

(by Jason Gregory)