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Sting Launches Scathing Attack On The X Factor

November 12, 2009
Sting Launches Scathing Attack On The X FactorSting has slammed X Factor saying it is nothing but “televised karaoke” and that it does not promote new musical talent.

In his stinging attack, the former Police singer also berated X Factor judges Simon Cowell, Louis Walsh, Cheryl Cole and Dannii Minogue saying they are only interested in “self-promotion.”

Speaking to the Evening Standard, Sting – real name Gordon Sumner – ranted: The X Factor is a preposterous show and you have judges who have no recognisable talent apart from self-promotion, advising them what to wear and how to look. It is appalling.

"The real shop floor for musical talent is pubs and clubs, that is where the original work is. But they are being closed down on a daily basis. It is impossible to put an act on in a pub.

"The music industry has been hugely important to England, bringing in millions. If anyone thinks the X Factor is going to do that, they are wrong."

Sting also believed it was unfair to young people who get knocked out on the show, adding: "How appalling for a young person to feel that rejection. It is a soap opera which has nothing to do with music.

"In fact, it has put music back decades. Television is very cynical."

(by Scott Colothan)



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