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161 comments on “The X Factor Launches First-Ever Audition Studios Across America”

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   Kimmie - wrote:

   Will there be more? I need one in the Washington, DC area.

   4/7/2011 11:44 AM PDT

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   Kathie - wrote:

   Can’t wait to see X Factor in September. Hopefully my son will be one of the contestants.

   4/7/2011 4:10 PM PDT

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   Jessica - wrote:

   I was wondering if you are really coming to Anchorage Alaska? I would like to know because I want to audition but I don’t have money to buy a ticket to audition somewhere else.

   4/8/2011 1:31 PM PDT

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   Erin - wrote:

   This is a wonderful audition idea! I went to the LA auditions and felt as if the judge could not hear the quality of my voice because of the fact that there were 10 people screaming at the top of thier lungs all around me, during thier own audition. This is a great opportunity for me to let my voice do all the talking with no distractions! I am so there! X FACTOR HERE I COME!!!!!!!!

   4/8/2011 1:41 PM PDT

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   jessica - wrote:

   So, from my understanding, the auditions for the booths are “free” to record , but then you must purchase the video if you want to upload it for an entry into the competition. Trickery.

   4/8/2011 2:54 PM PDT

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   Angee/Kansas City - wrote:

   Thank you so much for this! It’s great to have the chance to audition right here in my home town. I’m excited to step out and show it’s never too late to step up to your passion and give it a shot. I hope just doing the audition will inspire people I know to let go and believe in their own passions. That’s why we’re here, right?

   4/8/2011 6:41 PM PDT

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   Sandra - wrote:

   need one in GA

   4/8/2011 7:18 PM PDT

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   michael motta - wrote:

   it would be great to have one of the mobile studios in Connecticut or as close as you can get one to my state. i am a business owner, and it would be hard to find time, to go to the other regular auditions . i have sang in front of 3000 people on a cruise ship, not to long ago, and became very popular the rest of the cruise.it would be great to have the opportunity to sing in front of more people, what a feeling that would be. i also recorded my own Christmas CD and handed them out as Christmas cards. i love the way music can make you feel, but making people feel the music from you, there is nothing like it, the word awesome comes to mind. thank you very much for your time.

   4/8/2011 8:50 PM PDT

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   Shauna Ashlin - wrote:

   I love this site!

   4/9/2011 9:41 AM PDT

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    Patti - wrote:

    Florida is a huge state,with one of the worst economy’s if you didn’thave the money to get to Miami, or if you had a job that you were afraid to lose if you took all those days off to travel back and forth,are we out of hope? X-FACTOR BOSS grant us an audition studios in Florida.

    4/9/2011 10:23 AM PDT

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    Nick - wrote:

    This is really a great opportunity for those people who are not able to come to the auditions but i think it is not fair because of all of us who had to make many changes in our schedules so we can attend the audition. Not to mention the cost (plane ticket, hotel, food etc…)
    And there is no waiting, waking up so early in the morning for 2 days in a row, and standing in the line for hours and hours.
    You should have brought this up earlier because it is really unfair.
    The audition will cost some of us like 500 bucks, and someone people will record their audition and finish everything in 10 minutes…
    Again…not fair, and not very professional…

    4/9/2011 8:57 PM PDT

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    molasses jones - wrote:

    I am so READY Simon!! thanks for the opportunity….www.reverbnation.com/molassesjones word!!! or if you’re really interested (and you should be…) check out http://www.youtube.com/molassesjones11 enjoy!!!

    4/10/2011 10:44 AM PDT

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    Joseph - wrote:

    I LOVE this show! I’m hoping I can make it down to Dallas–until then, I’m just singing my heart out!

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4D7i9TBE84

    4/10/2011 5:30 PM PDT

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    OC - wrote:

    One suggestion on voting:

    Instead of voting for the winner, people should vote for who should leave the show instead. This will avoid the mistake of eliminating the wrong contestant who is so good that everyone takes him/her for granted.

    4/11/2011 1:02 PM PDT

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    Heather - wrote:

    The page for the submission terms and conditions is not working! 404 error

    4/11/2011 2:54 PM PDT

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    Cindi Griffin'Curran - wrote:

    Is it possible to schedule an appointment for a studio audition? I am an American in Ontario,Canada and I was hoping for some confirmation of availability before I either book a flight or plan a road trip. I would be much appreciative of an answer as soon as possible . Thank you so much for this opportunity. X-FACTOR ROCKS!!!!!!

    4/11/2011 5:29 PM PDT

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    Brooklynn Jayde - wrote:

    I am very glad that this was posted, i live in kansas and all the other open audition cities will be very expensive in terms of hotel, food, etc. but i was wondering, how much is it to send the audition tape i heard something about the taping being free, but the sending of the tape isnt??? i just want to know how much money to have prepared?
    also what is the time span we’ll know if we make it to the second round and even the third round if there is, because i need to be prepared financially, physically, and in terms of school and my job.
    if your interested in my music here ya go:) http://www.youtube.com/thebrooklynnjayde

    4/11/2011 5:39 PM PDT

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    lauren - wrote:

    Jessica: Yes! We are starting tomorrow in Anchorage

    4/11/2011 7:19 PM PDT

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    composite panels - wrote:

    Very informative and trustworthy. Please keep updating with great posts like this one.

    4/11/2011 11:39 PM PDT

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    Golden Voice - wrote:

    Is this studio situation legitimate? I have tried to select the link on this website two days in a row and says the file is not found. If I spend money to fly and a hotel, I want to know it’s real. I’m not rich financially, but rich in spirit and have a voice of gold. Why would they not manage this site better??? Help.

    4/12/2011 12:33 AM PDT

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    Debbie - wrote:

    Hello, the link for Mystudio Audition Video Terms and Conditions is not working. Can someone check please?

    4/12/2011 12:40 AM PDT

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    Kaitlyn - wrote:

    Are there any plans to add additional booths or to let people submit online auditions? If there are plans to add an additional booth, it’d be great to have one in the New England region! I live in NH and it’s a 5 hour drive to Newark, and I (and many others) would need to take multiple days off of work to make the trip work. A booth in MA though would allow people from all over the New England region to make day trips to the audition, without having to worry about hotels. Of course, online auditions fix the travel problem altogether. I think an online option would greatly increase the number of auditioners by making it accessible to more people. Please consider this!

    4/12/2011 1:33 PM PDT

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    Lisa - wrote:

    PLEASE Simon put Cheryl Cole on the judging panel. Cheryl will be GREAT on U.S.XFactor. CHERYL IS FABULOUS

    4/12/2011 3:51 PM PDT

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    RUReady4This? - wrote:

    Can we get one in Indianapolis, please?!

    4/12/2011 4:35 PM PDT

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    Carrie - wrote:

    The Mystudio Audition Video Terms and Conditions is not working.
    Q. I sing and my friend accompanies me on his guitar, is this allowed in Mystudio Auditions?

    4/12/2011 6:41 PM PDT

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    Meghann Pilgrim - wrote:

    PLEASE!!! Set up a mystudio in Tampa, FL i couldn’t make it to the Miami one but I am an untapped talent and if you give me a chance you wont regret it! You will find a ton of talent down here. Some people who are VERY talented don’t necessarily have the money or resources for the travel. But i have been waiting for the X FACTOR to come over from Britain for Years and I know I have it! But Im sure you hear that alot! Give some of us a chance you will be amazed!!! Im begging you this is killing me because i know i have it in me I just want the chance! I hope someone who has some power reads our posts b/c WE need you to send the word! thank you! Send a mystudio over here to Tampa or hold audtions please!!!

    4/12/2011 11:48 PM PDT

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    Meghann Pilgrim - wrote:

    Yes I agree with the bloggers it is bad economy please understand talent comes in all classes! Maybe there is a way to send a video in? This is the year 2011 lets get creative!!

    4/12/2011 11:54 PM PDT

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    donovan - wrote:

    tOO fUNNiE

    4/13/2011 9:43 AM PDT

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    Laura Augenti Hendon - wrote:

    My cousin, Andrea Dawn LoCascio is a vocal contestant in N.J., I have been listening to Andrea sing all my life (over 30 years), and I’ll tell you that you are LUCKY to have here there! She’ll blow you away! xoxo – all the best Ang!

    4/13/2011 1:51 PM PDT

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    The Tighty Whities - wrote:

    Listen to living proof that ROCK IS NOT DEAD: http://tinyurl.com/3bolop6. Will you be coming to Wells, Nevada?

    4/13/2011 2:10 PM PDT

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    Tivoli Aylish Skye Mustaca - wrote:

    HI,
    I would like to udition, however, if you don’t have a wristband by today you cannot do it. I go to school, I think it would be fair to have the a capella versions of the auditions first over the internet and chose from there. That way we are traveling because you already like us…with the current economy as it is , it really is not fair to only have auditon booths in certain places, but others have to take a plane drive far, hotels, food, and stand in lines for a very long time which isn’t fair to them because their voices can get hurt by the weather. it’s 2011… so it is possible, you know…well that’s it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8o4L15bXsb8 “Promise” live 9th grade Original singer/songwriter copyrighted 2010
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-7vOSs2x7w “Painted glass” Original singer/songwriter copyrighted 2007
    http://www2.rochesterbuzz.com/listen/episode-206-tivoli-mustaca
    http://www.891thepoint.com/tivoli.php
    Tivoli Skye on tweenpop radio song “Promise” now available in a single on itunes, tunecore and bandcamp as of April 12th, 2011

    4/13/2011 3:15 PM PDT

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    Michelle Kualii - wrote:

    I just wish there was a booth like the one on O’ahu over here on the Big Island of Hawaii because there a lot of people who cannot afford to fly to O’ahu to audition for the X Factor show. I just happened to be one of those people who cannot afford a plane ticket to fly to O’ahu to audition for the show.

    4/13/2011 5:03 PM PDT

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    David - wrote:

    Please DON’T put Cheryl Cole on the judging panel. Americans will give her such a hard time when they find out she herself can’t sing. No weak, out of tune (so called) singer who can’t sing live should be judging American performers who will be singing live each week.

    4/13/2011 5:55 PM PDT

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    JoDyne - wrote:

    brought our daughter into the mystudio here in Anchorage but the booth wasnt set up right? They didnt show her how to set up the mic or turn on the monitor so she could angle the camera on herself right? and right in the middle of her being in the booth some guy opened the side of the booth and was messing with the wires?? I’m not sure if there was a recording? How do we find out? They gave her a card said to go home and watch her video if she liked it to submit it but got home and there was no such thing? Where do we go for more info?

    4/13/2011 8:00 PM PDT

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    Tori Martin - wrote:

    The link on the page for the “Booths” is not an active link. In other words, it’s a hyperlink, but once one clicks on it the pafe responds with “file not found”. Just want to make sure that the Rules and Regulations are the same as the ones posted for the other “live” auditions.

    Thank you!
    Tori

    4/14/2011 7:44 AM PDT

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    beau - wrote:

    hi is there going to be one in columbia md please email us soon when theres more cause if there isnt more then why audition people so please have more thanks bye

    4/14/2011 11:55 AM PDT

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    Kristy - wrote:

    They should have online audition videos too!

    4/14/2011 11:59 AM PDT

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    Kristy - wrote:

    And MORE audition states!!!!!!
    LIKE ATL!

    4/14/2011 12:36 PM PDT

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    GEORGE ESTEP - wrote:

    For health reasons I have to use oxygen while I sing. Is this a problem? It is not for me.

    4/14/2011 2:00 PM PDT

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    GEORGE ESTEP - wrote:

    For health reasons I require oxygen bottles while singing. Is this a problem? It is not for me.

    4/14/2011 2:02 PM PDT

41. FOX Broadcasting Company - The X Factor USA - Simon Cowell's Brand New Singing Competition Comes To America Only On FOX - wrote:

    [...] 20, Chicago on April 27 and Dallas on May 26. In addition to the open auditions, THE X FACTOR is opening audition booths in six more [...]

    4/14/2011 2:42 PM PDT

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    Jeannette Jean - wrote:

    Hi Simon,
    I’ve auditioned in Newark today,and did not make it. I was relaxed all day, a soon as I came face to face with the judges, I became uncontrollably nervous, and I froze! I will not give up! my dream is to let the world hear me sing!! can I send you a video audition? I sent one to America’s Got Talent in December it’s posted on youtube. the link is… for your eyes only americas got talent video audition. Please check it out.

    4/14/2011 3:56 PM PDT

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    AC - wrote:

    This is such an awesome chance of a lifetime. Can you please come to Orlando, Florida? You can come to DisneyWorld…there are so many hotels you could have it there with so many rooms to hold the auditions. If not, please consider having the Audition booths too? Thanks so much!

    4/14/2011 6:38 PM PDT

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    4/14/2011 8:17 PM PDT

45. 

    Marissa Barry - wrote:

    Since American Idol started, I have always wanted to audition for a great but very truthful judge. That is what Simon is. Simon will set you straight and that is what I really inspire about him! What he may tell you, may hurt but it is the honest truth. I would love to audition in front of Simon, and I really want to see what he has to say about me and my singing! This is something I want to do before I die! I really dont know for sure but having Simon’s opinion(if its good) might set me straight to where I cant start singing more for people.If his opinion isn’t so good either thats fine too! I believe it would be a great opportunity for me to sing for him. <3

    4/14/2011 8:22 PM PDT

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    sonia - wrote:

    i send my registration form via email, how do i know i you accepted it??

    4/14/2011 9:16 PM PDT

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    Eugene - wrote:

    Are there going to be more audition! Make one for Michigan! You know there’s talent there! Hope to see you soon to a near you!

    4/14/2011 10:28 PM PDT

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    Tedee - wrote:

    X factor, don’t forget Detroit. We need you in Michigan!
    Don’t forget, some of the best singers started in the MotorCity.

    4/15/2011 9:00 AM PDT

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    Tedee - wrote:

    X factor, don’t forget Detroit. We need you in Michigan!
    Don’t forget, some of the best singers started in the MotorCity.

    4/15/2011 9:02 AM PDT

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    Karen - wrote:

    America, I am from the UK and you are going to love the X Factor our cold Autumn months would not be the same without it.

    4/15/2011 11:24 AM PDT

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    natasha - wrote:

    im trying to regester for the colorado auditions online but colorado isnt on the regester online thing but they are coming here they were just added so what should i do?

    4/15/2011 4:07 PM PDT

52. What is Stage Presence? | x factor - news - wrote:

    [...] 20, Chicago on April 27 and Dallas on May 26. In addition to the open auditions, THE X FACTOR is opening audition booths in six more [...]

    4/15/2011 9:07 PM PDT

53. 

    TONI CARBONARO - wrote:

    MY DAUGHTER TRAVELED TO NEWARK YESTERDAY ACTUALLY THE NIGHT BEFORE. HAD TWO HOURS SLEEP THEN WAS AT THE SITE AT 5:30am SHE WAS SO EXCITED. AFTER SITTING IN THE SEATS FOR OVER 18 hours , NOT MUCHTO EAT OR DRINK NO SLEEP AT ALL THEU FINALLY CALLS HER AFTER TWELVE MIDNITE. BY THAT TIME SHE WAS SO TIRED AND HUNGRY SHE SAND HEE SONG DISNT REALLY LOOM AT THE GENTLEMEN WHO WAS LISTENING. HE SAID NO. FRANKLY I AM THINKING IT DEPENDS ON PERHAPS THE MUSIC THEZE GUYS LIKE? not TO MEMTION HE WAS PROUBABLY SONEXHAUSTED AND SICK OF LISTENING ALL DAY LONG. SHE HAS NESN IN TERRIFIC BANDS FOR TWENTY YEARS. I HEARD EFERVESENT ON THE Rdio and I thought IT Ws her. I CALLED HER UP AS DIS HUNDREDS OF OTHER PEOE THONKING HER BAND WAS FINALLY ON THE RADIO. ONLY TO FIND IT WAS NOT HER. THAT IS THE SONG SHE SANG LAST NIGHT. BEING MENTO LIFE OR SOMETHING. SHE JIST SAID THANKS AND LEFT. MY POINT? IM A SIGER AND NOT SLEEPING FOR SO LONG AND NOT EATING JIST IS NOT A GOOD WAY TO REALLY FIND THE BEST!! SIMON IF YA WANNA REALLY find THE BEST OF THE BEST U NEED TO LISTEN TO DANIELLE RENEE’ CAPOFERRI ONE MORE TIME. I MEAN REALLY FIND THEM YOU REALLY SHOULD TRY TO RECONSIDER HOW THIS
    WHOLE THING GOES bout IT! IF NOT HOPefully SHE WILL TRY ONCE AGAIN! There is A SONG HER AND HER BAND WROTE CALLED SOMETIMES. SECOND STORY MUSIC
    CHECK IT OUT SECONDSTORYMUAIC.com. Or DANIELLE CAPOFERRI XOXO GOD BLESS .

    4/15/2011 9:25 PM PDT

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    JOHNNY KLINE - wrote:

    what a stressful audition in new wark nj can’t they make it simple or easier?

    4/16/2011 7:27 AM PDT

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    JOHNNY KLINE - wrote:

    REMEMBER EVERYONE OUT THERE .KEEP THE FAITH. THEY TOLD ELVIS PRESLEY TO GO BACK TO TRUCK DRIVING, WHEN HE AUDITIONED FOR THE GRAND OLD OPRY IN NASHVILLE TENNESSEE. CATCH JOHNNY ON YOU-TUBE JOHNNY9148 ROCK ON EVERYBODY

    4/16/2011 7:34 AM PDT

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    Brian McKenna - wrote:

    what about New York

    4/16/2011 9:29 AM PDT

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    marissa - wrote:

    is everyone who gets a red ticket get a call?

    4/16/2011 2:51 PM PDT

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    dd - wrote:

    Please set up a booth near Springfield, MO…

    4/17/2011 6:14 AM PDT

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    Amanda - wrote:

    So it keeps saying on the tv that they are holding auditions for the x factor in Vermont…But when i look on here it says nothing about it…Pleaseee help me out…Cuz im interested in this!!

    4/17/2011 5:09 PM PDT

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    Billy - wrote:

    Hey, can somebody explain the “Appointment cards” for the “Mystudio” booth thingys? The official rules don’t explain them very well.

    4/17/2011 5:25 PM PDT

61. Auditions in Newark Kicked Off | x factor - news - wrote:

    [...] 20, Chicago on April 27 and Dallas on May 26. In addition to the open auditions, THE X FACTOR is opening audition booths in six more [...]

    4/17/2011 7:14 PM PDT

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    Chrissy - wrote:

    I heard the the xfactor is coming to foxwoods casino for auditions is this true?

    4/18/2011 8:16 AM PDT

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    Teri - wrote:

    My daughter auditioned in Kansas City Saturday and was told by the booth attendant she would get an email Sunday with instructions on how to submit her video. Two days later, still no email. Anyone know how long it will actually take? Thanks.

    4/18/2011 1:17 PM PDT

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    Tica B. - wrote:

    I would very much love to be on your show…
    Is there any possibility you will have one close to Florida???
    I live nearby Clearwater.

    So many people wonder why I am not on Idol…they do not realize the age cut off is 29…so unfortunately I do not qualify. This new show I can qualify…and feel I could have a real shot at a dream!

    Thank you…
    Tica B.

    4/18/2011 10:47 PM PDT

65. THE X FACTOR / MyStudio Auditions Available in Six US Cities | MiscFinds4u.com - wrote:

    [...] More Details on Audition Booths [...]

    4/18/2011 10:57 PM PDT

66. 

    Johnny thomas griego - wrote:

    just remember the name”Johnny Thomas !” ,I’ll be there in Dallas for the audition, You won’t be dissapointed!!!!

    4/18/2011 11:44 PM PDT

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    Joseph Taylor - wrote:

    how come there is no auditions ever scheduled for the Wilkes Barre/Scranton Pennsylvania area?

    4/19/2011 4:24 AM PDT

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    c miller - wrote:

    how about putting one of those recording studios in boston or worcester, mass

    4/19/2011 5:48 AM PDT

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    c miller - wrote:

    love the idea, but make it available for all states.

    4/19/2011 5:49 AM PDT

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    c miller - wrote:

    All states should have the chance, how about Boston, mass or Worcester, mass

    4/19/2011 5:50 AM PDT

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    Tiffany Lee Candelario - wrote:

    No New England Auditions?

    4/19/2011 10:00 AM PDT

72. 

    kay - wrote:

    What about the big apple((NY)?

    4/19/2011 10:59 AM PDT

73. 

    greg - wrote:

    im ready 2 do mi best oh yea

    4/19/2011 11:01 AM PDT

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    rebecca young - wrote:

    will their be any video submissions?

    4/19/2011 12:45 PM PDT

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    Lisa - wrote:

    PLEASE Simon put Cheryl Cole on the judging panel. Cheryl will be GREAT on U.S.XFactor. I Love Cheryl songs Fight For This Love, Parachute and Promise This. CHERYL IS AWESOME

    4/19/2011 1:15 PM PDT

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    Mattie - wrote:

    is there oner in la or orange???

    4/19/2011 3:19 PM PDT

77. 

    Monica - wrote:

    Readt for Chicago Auditions next week. My daughter has auditioned for American Idol in 08, 09, 2010… Such a great expierance and we have met soooo many great people. We are looking to blow the hats off the Producers that are judgeing… American Idol 08- Sent home, American Idol 09- Your So great… need to entertain more American Idol 2010- OOO wow, Beautiful Voice Keep up the great work you are doing and We better see you back next year…. X FACTOR 2011……. GOLDEN TIC… we HOPE. Cant wait to see you all there. We are comming from Kokomo, Indiana……

    4/19/2011 3:33 PM PDT

78. 

    Emily - wrote:

    Do you think you could give people on the East Coast in the middle to try out? I live in Maryland and have wanted to try out for American Idol since it first came out. As soon as I heard X Factor was coming I got excited, but I still don’t have money to tryout in New York or Florida. Is there a chance for people in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington DC? Or could we upload videos or Skype or something? Please!

    4/19/2011 3:45 PM PDT

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    Mossie - wrote:

    YOUR NOT COMMING TO LAS VEGAS?????????? THAT IS UNHEARD OF. WHY DO PEOPLE NOT UNDERSTAND THAT LAS VEGAS HAS GREAT LOCAL TALENT. SIMON, WHAT WERE YOU GUYS THINKING?? BAD MOVE.

    4/20/2011 7:20 AM PDT

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    skye - wrote:

    Can i post a video for my audition?????? I couldn’t make it to the one in Seattle But SIMON I HAVE WHAT IT TAKES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! please please please if i could do this it would be amazing!!!! i need any info that you guys could possibly give me. please please please give me the chance you won’t be dissapointed!!!! Please Please Please!!!!! i would kill for an oppurtunity like this!! to perform in front of millions!!! please please please!!! and look me up on facebook. skyeeloveselephants is my page name….please give me a chance.

    4/20/2011 4:00 PM PDT

81. 

    Elle - wrote:

    Couldn’t make it to Newark; saw the photo booth audition sound studios. Wish I could be near one of those! Why has Baltimore/DC been forgotten about?

    4/20/2011 7:47 PM PDT

82. 

    LaPorsha - wrote:

    I can’t wait to audition for the X factor. I am 18 years old, very talented, and determined. This has been my dream since I was a little girl and its time to show my talents to the world! # Get Ready.. Because here

    4/21/2011 1:57 PM PDT

83. 

    LaPorsha - wrote:

    I come..lol

    4/21/2011 1:58 PM PDT

84. 

    fletchor - wrote:

    Are they having online auditions where you can send in a video? They need to come to VA or D.C.!

    4/21/2011 2:55 PM PDT

85. 

    Mick - wrote:

    When an individual attends an audition and receives a golden ticket, thus moving-on to the next round of competition, what happens, and when? Do they continue auditioning at the audition venue the same day? Are they scheduled to return to the venue the next day? Are the invited to another venue in another city at a future date? Please advise at your earliest convenience….inquiring minds want to know what to expect if they are lucky enough to get through the first round and onto the second round!!! (I am very surprised that no one else has posed this question, or that the details are not posted on the website….what’s the big secret here, anyways???)

    4/22/2011 2:22 AM PDT

86. 

    LaMonyca Doss - wrote:

    Hey this is LaMonyca and i was wondering, is X Factor still coming to Jackson, MS on the 21st of May?

    4/22/2011 5:43 PM PDT

87. 

    Shirley - wrote:

    How about doing an X-Factor for Bands That would make it more interesting instead of always being singers

    4/22/2011 6:05 PM PDT

88. 

    Jeffrey - wrote:

    I’d like to start off by saying that I auditioned horribly on Wednesday in Seattle. If I was judging I wouldn’t have given me a yellow paper either. I just want to get that out there so that the following isn’t perceived as anger, frustration or sadness about being rejected. I simply wasn’t good enough and the “no” was warranted.

    That said, I’d like to mention how shocked I am that an event so poorly designed has Simon Cowell’s name on it. For a person who has proven to have such high expectations when it comes to the performances of others, I expected much more than what the X Factor staff delivered to the Seattle folks last Wednesday. The process was very uncomfortable and the majority of the staff was very rude and abrasive. The only things they were missing were whips and cattle prods.

    As I moved around Key Arena I heard quite a few opinions from people regarding the event. Here are some of my own thoughts as well as some of the thoughts from people around the arena.

    You required us to be in line no later than 6:00am, which is fine if you’re going to follow through with the rest of what the literature states. But that’s not what happened. We were left STANDING (the rules prohibited us from bringing chairs to sit on) outside in temperatures in the 30′s until nearly 10:00am. 4 hours so you could get enough camera footage? Very poorly planned.

    The rules stated that registration would close at 6:30am on the day of the auditions and that there is to be no camping out, no bringing instruments, no chairs, and no coolers. None of these rules were followed and none of them were enforced. For instance, many folks showed up for registration the day before auditions at 6:00am. It is a fact that many of these people ended up in the LAST section to be auditioned while people who registered AFTER 6:30 on the 20th were within the first couple sections to be auditioned. This may sound trivial to some folks but let’s not forget that those who planned ahead and followed the rules did so for a good reason and were rewarded with being placed in the last section behind people who shouldn’t have even been allowed to register. Having to stand in the cold for 4 hours and then sit in a Key Arena seat for another 9 hours probably isn’t the type of conditions that foster 5 million dollar performances; especially when the only food available is ridiculously overpriced concession junk. If you’re not going to allow people to leave the venue to grab a bite to eat or bring in their own food then you should provide something a bit more nourishing than foot-long hotdogs and super nachos and things more affordable than 4 dollar bottled waters.

    Shortly after the auditions began the staff offered the last couple sections the chance to be taken to another nearby venue to relax. They said it would be many hours before those sections would be called and that the building next door would be a comfortable place to hang out and relax in. Most people in those sections took advantage of the offer and soon found themselves outside again, waiting in line for the camera crew to finish lunch so they could come to the venue, set up their gear and film a large group of Seattle folks going to an X Factor party. After finally being let into the building these exhausted people were welcomed by reporters, microphones and pounding music.

    The last thing I’ll mention is that I think the open auditions were a good idea. The problem is that there are always people/groups in the crowd who don’t have any respect for others and feel it necessary to scream at the top of their lungs because their friend got a yellow paper. I’m sure the other 25 people in the middle of their audition appreciate that. Not to mention the people who begin screaming next to the audition booths because they just received their own yellow paper. Once again, I’m sure the people whose auditions were interrupted by those outbursts really appreciated it.

    I wonder if Simon would appreciate it.

    4/22/2011 8:31 PM PDT

89. 

    Mick - wrote:

    Has anyone yet been in receipt of answers from X-Factor staff addressing any question posted on this thread? What is the purpose of this forum? Seems bizarre to me that there are so many unanswered questions and that the website was not designed more thoroughly so as to address many more issues than it presently does. There are myriad inquiries and issues that have yet to be published and promulgated on this X-Factor site. The terms “frustration” and “disappointment” don’t even begin to scratch the surface of the angst and confusion that has been generated by innocent unwitting folks making a sincere effort to make heads-or-tails out of all this information, misinformation, and sometimes nebulous data; most of which is very important and should be more accurate, detailed, and thoroughly addressed and presented.

    One such question I have is as follows: If an individual purchases an airline ticket, flies to a city where a MY STUDIO audition booth is in-place, typically how many days would that individual have to remain hanging-around until their audition booth appointment date comes about? If one registers on a Monday, for instance, and receives an appointment card, would one expect to have an appointment on the next day, the day after, or several days after completion of the initial registration process? I, for one, would certainly become devastatingly upset were I to fly to one of these cities in good faith (based upon the vague information presented on the website) only to discover that I may become required to spend several days there prior to getting to visit the booth for an audition. Geez Louise, if someone were to fly to, let’s say Phoenix on Monday, 4/25, would it be possible that the individual would have to stay all week until Saturday, 4/30, which is the last day of booth audition availability? Is it also possible that the person arriving on Monday, 4/25 could get “shut-out” altogether; i.e., staying all week long and then still not getting a chance to audition before the audition booth closes for good??? This is important stuff here, but somehow inexplicably does not seem to be adequately covered within the material available on this website. Very precarious circumstances form the get-go!!! It’s just not right for X-Factor principals to conduct business in such nebulous and cavalier haphazard fashion!!!

    4/23/2011 5:02 AM PDT

90. 

    Cassie - wrote:

    I auditioned in one of the auditions booths in Nashville yesterday. It went GREAT. There were no lines, they let you do a practice video and will send it to your e-mail to view before you shoot, and my audition went very smoothly.
    To answer a few questions people have had:
    1.) We personally did not have to use an audition appointment card. There is no line.
    2.) BRING your birth certificarte and school ID/ Driver’s liscense, we did not need to use them but your location may require them. Also, DO NOT forget the paperwork. Nashville had amazing workers who had print-outs for you but not all locations will.
    3.) The e-mail they send you is simply a confirmation e-mail afterwards to let you know that your audition was submitted. I repeat, YOU DO NOT need to send them the video yourself. It is automatically sent, from my understanding.
    4.) I would definetely say that the audition mystudio booths have better sound quality. In fact, from my practice video, the sound quality is absolutely amazing compared to being in an arena.

    We were going to audition in Chicago in 2 days, but we decided this option made a lot more sense. And it really does. We almost missed it. I hope that Simon will open more mystudio booths around the country before May 27th when the callbacks rounds start.
    Does anyone know around what time we will find out if we are called back? I’m assuming it will be a few days to a week after the booths close on April 30th, but I’m no expert. It’s the one thing I’m on edge about…
    Lol. Good luck to all of you!!!
    -Cassie

    4/24/2011 8:39 AM PDT

91. 

    Mick - wrote:

    Hey Cassie, you are a Godsend !!! Thank you so much for taking the time and expending the effort to deliver such a spot-on eloquent answer to a few burning questions that had previously been just left hanging here and twisting-in-the-wind on this communication thread. Take good care and best of luck…..you just GO, girl !!!!!!

    4/24/2011 2:18 PM PDT

92. 

    shaquanta - wrote:

    I live on the Eastern shore of Maryland, and was wondering if a booth would be placed someone near by for us talented people in the middle of nowhere. I just found out about the show, and there is only two auditions left, I would never get enough money to travel in that short amount of time. I have been auditioning for american idol for the past three years and I see how they turn good talent away hoping xfactor is the solution to all those discourage singers that american idol turned away!

    4/24/2011 7:17 PM PDT

93. 

    Lauren Kimbrough - wrote:

    When are the Chicago auditions for the kids in school?

    4/24/2011 7:25 PM PDT

94. 

    andrea - wrote:

    What happens to the age group under 12 years old who have dreams and hopes of singing. Will there every be an audition for 12 years and younger. I have a ten year years old who loves to sing and would like to share her voice with the world. Please give feed back to this comment. Thanks~

    4/24/2011 8:57 PM PDT

95. 

    Brittany - wrote:

    Yeah cassie thanks for all the info. I’m going to nashville also. I’m happy they seem to be pretty laid back. Thanks again!

    4/25/2011 12:52 PM PDT

96. 

    vince Macario - wrote:

    DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY AND TIME! This was so exhausting and unfair..people who were wierdos were getting through..amazing singers were getting turned away..all they want is people to show up in groves to tape the overhead shots from helicopters etc..to make the show look good..they treated everyone like CATTLE..RUDE…MEAN..NASTY..ITS A JOKE!!!

    4/25/2011 2:37 PM PDT

97. 

    vince Macario - wrote:

    SIMON COWELL…SHAME ON YOU!!

    4/25/2011 2:38 PM PDT

98. 

    marcus headen - wrote:

    theres a lot of talent here in Detroit also we need the tryouts in Michigan.

    4/25/2011 3:30 PM PDT

99. 

    Marissa - wrote:

    I have a question that I cannot find the answer to. My stepmom was going to bring me the first day for the wristband but my mom was going to bring me for the actualy audition. It is not possible for either of them to come both days. Can my stepmom give the wristband to my mom to bring the next day? They are both my legal guardians. how can I make this work?

    4/25/2011 3:32 PM PDT

100. 

     Duebwa Loving - wrote:

     http://www.duebwaloving.com

     4/25/2011 4:43 PM PDT

101. 

     Larry - wrote:

     Great move on getting Paula back! Way to go. NOW you can bet I’ll be watching. Love that girl!

     4/26/2011 4:10 AM PDT

102. 

     Mick - wrote:

     Sorry Marissa, the wristbands are non-transferable and must be worn by one registered individual throughout the entire audition process….you never remove them yourself….if, at any point, you are rejected and don’t move-on to the next round, then AND ONLY THEN, will a staff member cut-off the wristband to signal the end-of-the-road for competing in whatever venue the audition is being held. I hope this answers your question in a satisfactory manner…..and good luck to you!!!

     4/26/2011 6:06 AM PDT

103. 

     Cassie - wrote:

     Marcus- I totally agree. It was terrible having to go all the way down to Nashville just to audition for one day. But hopefully worth it.
     Marissa- If you read though the papers, have your stepmom fill out the guardian papers and let them know your biological mom will be coming the next day.
     ABOUT AUDITION BOOTHS-
     1.) I got the confirmation e-mail about 3 days after my audition. If it takes a little longer, DON’T WORRY. It’s not going to come immediately.
     2.) For those of you who want to know (and I looked for HOURS for this information before reading it in my e-mail) it will take about 14 days for them to notify you over e-mail if you’ve made it to the next round. From my understanding, they will tell you either way.

     4/26/2011 8:14 AM PDT

104. 

     Lisa - wrote:

     PLEASE Simon put Cheryl Cole on the judging panel, Cheryl will be GREAT on U.S.X Factor. Cheryl is completely charming and talented but she’s also completely gorgeous, love Cheryl songs Fight For This Love and Promise This and i LOVE Cheryl cute accent

     4/26/2011 3:34 PM PDT

105. 

     Mercia Fiore - wrote:

     Simon Cowell, There are significant seniors whose talents should be considered. Among them, my husband and myself. Yet, the lack of senior parking without cost and distance involved to reach the facility reduces the chance for America to hear some of its best entertainers. My thought is that tapes might be recorded and submitted for initial consideration . If accepted, then personal meetings could be arranged more easily

     4/26/2011 4:30 PM PDT

106. 

     Jesse Hardin - wrote:

     How about auditions in Indianapolis IN.

     4/26/2011 7:49 PM PDT

107. 

     Kelly - wrote:

     ok after singing in the booth how much is the tape? or how much is it to send the tape off?

     4/27/2011 6:49 AM PDT

108. 

     Mercia Fiore - wrote:

     DEAR SIMON COWELL,
     THIS IS TO THANK YOU FOR UNKNOWINGLY INTERCEDING AND SENDING ME ON THE PROPER OATH TO GIVE ENCOURAGEMENT TO MJULTITUDES OF CANCER VICTIMS THROUGH THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY. –YES, I AM A CANCER SURVIVOR, BLESSED WITH A HUSBAND WHO DEDICATED HIMSELF TO MY RECOVERY. WE WERE ELATED WITH THE THOUGHT OF , PERHAPS, PARTICIPATING ON THE X FACTOR.. TO THAT END, WE REHEARSED THE SONGS WE FELT THAT YOU WOULD ENJOY. YET, IN THE COURSE OF TIME , I WAS COGNIZANT OF THE FACT THAT I WOULD NO LONGER BE HERE WITHOUT THE DEDICATION GIVEN ME BY MY HUSBAND. —IT OCCURED TO ME THAT SO MANY FOLKS DIDN’T HAVE THE BLESSING THAT HE PRESENTED TO ME; THEREFORE, I PUT TOGETHER A MEDLEY THAT CAPTURED THE ESSENCE OF HIS BEING, OF HIS CARING AND ENCOURAGEMENT. I HAD HOPED TO SING THAT FOR YOU, BUT THE DAY OF THE AUDITIONS FOR CHICAGO, IT BECAME IMPOSSIBLE FOR US TO PARK OUR CAR, FOR ME TO WALK THE DISTANCE OR WAIT STANDING IN THE ENORMOUS LINE. IT BECAME A REALIZATION THAT TIME HAD INTERRUPTED OUR GOALS. — THE THOUGHT OF OTHERS NEEDS TO CUSION THE CANCER DIAGNOSES OF OTHERS NEEDS , TO HAVE ONE, AS I HAD, TO ENLIGHTEN THE SOUL WITH COURAGE, CAME THROUGH TO ME, AND SO, I HAVE CONTACTED THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY TO SPREAD THE MESSAGE I WAS ABLE TO INCLUDE IN THE CONTENTS OF THE SONGS I USED FOR THE MEDLEY. IT IS A DYNAMIC PIECE. IT IS ONE THAT I HOPE YOU WILLL LISTENS TO AND GIVDE ME YOUR COMMENTS, COMMENTS I HAVE ALWAYS ADMIRED FROM YOU, AS YOU CRITIQUED THE ACTS. — I WILL SUBMIT A VOCAL COPY OF THE MEDLEY FOR YOU TO HEAR, SHOULD YOU REQUEST THIS. — APPRECIATIVELY, MERCIA

     4/27/2011 7:28 AM PDT

109. 

     Gee - wrote:

     How do we know if u made it on the show or not? I was in the Los angels auditions and made it to the producers round Witch was the 3rd round 3 days later. After I sang for them all they said was thank you and we will definitely keep in touch. 3 days and thats all u gonna give me? Talked to some people outside and they said the producers flat out told them no they didn’t make it. So that leaves me thinking did I make it or not? No phone calls no emails @ all since the auditions. I wonder if they r waiting for all the other citys to finish auditioning than review everybody than start the phone calls? Can someone help me out here? Or did I just not make it?

     4/27/2011 9:21 AM PDT

110. 

     Nick - wrote:

     How is this fair? I didn’t feel like dealing with the crowds and rain at Sears Center, but I’d have easily auditioned if all I had to do was wait around a shopping mall and sing into a booth at my own discresion! Maybe next time they’ll just have the booths in a mall or something.

     4/27/2011 12:04 PM PDT

111. 

     Ponicki - wrote:

     Auditions in Chicago were simply HORRIFIC! On Tuesday we arrived at the Sears Center at 1:30 am and waiting in the poring rain until about 6am at that point we were 5th in line for our tickets. Wed we came back around 4am to waiting once in the poring rain. Something was so wrong with how the Auditions went once people were lined up to go to the booths. About 99% of the people that were sent to the center lines were all given “NO” and the line went way too fast, while the 2 outer lines took forever for people to move through. And about 97% of the people that were in the outer lines got the “GOLDEN TICKET”. My son happen to have been sent to the center line and at that moment I just knew then it was going to be a No before we event made it to a judge all we would hear through the curtains from other contestants judges was NO, NO, NO! When my son got in front of the 2 judges they asked him some simple questions and then he started singing. He sang Cry Me A River by Micheal Buble and he was so perfect, flawless and loud and crystal clear. Trust me I am not just saying that because I am mom. Other contestants from the stands could hear him and were in devastating shock when he got cut. Once he was done the judge just said “unfortunately it is a No” But the girl that cuts the wristbands asked the judge once again” Are you sure you want to cut him” and the judge said “yes”. even after we waited for the girl to cut his band the judge had already said “No” to the contestant that followed behind my son. I find it to be very intriguing as to what is the real deal of how they “judges” weed people out.
     http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxfo_LAVgRM

     4/27/2011 2:14 PM PDT

112. 

     BBBATTS - wrote:

     Seems the Southeast lost out, unless you were able to drive all the way to the Southernmost tip of Florida! Wish there had been a chance for NC, GA, SC,

     4/27/2011 2:45 PM PDT

113. 

     Alphee - wrote:

     I’m just trying to figure out how to get my privacy code? lol anyone help please…lol thanks.

     4/27/2011 3:49 PM PDT

114. 

     Crystal - wrote:

     What happened to the auditions uploaded through FOX NEWS. any feedback

     4/27/2011 9:32 PM PDT

115. 

     blake shelhamer - wrote:

     I love reality shows and even the long two day process. I don’t like being misled and underappreciated for everything I did for the show. I gave killer interviews, helped almost a dozen people get the confidence to get a gold ticket in two different cities, show the most energy, AND have an extremely strong well controlled and unique current sounding voice with a well controlled three octave range. Even with my illness I am a GREAT singer and you guys admitted it, even indicating I had a great chance. You owed me the same courtesy for judge selection I got in newark… and you know EXACTLY what I mean. I can’t say I have any respect for this show anymore and that really hurts me to say because its the best concept I’ve ever seen and I was very excited at the opportunity. I was always the first there for each audition day and maintained energy. I wasn’t given a fair chance, and you can ask all the people I helped that are actually through to the next round. People deserve at least a little respect. Congrats.. you are the first reality show to make me hate auditions. The least you could do is give some kind of exposure for helping you make a great show as well as anyone.

     Very very insulted,
     Blake

     4/27/2011 10:13 PM PDT

116. 

     Tim - wrote:

     hell yea. it is the best to do auditions at those areas. don’t even think about holding it in big well-known cities. a lot of crazy people over here.

     4/28/2011 4:37 AM PDT

117. 

     Susan - wrote:

     A friend & I auditioned by video yesterday & were told we’d receive a link via email by day’s end, to forward on to XFactor. Neither one of us has received anything yet. Anyone else having this issue?

     4/28/2011 8:43 AM PDT

118. 

     Delta Gym - wrote:

     There are so many people complaning about these audtions.. You never know what they are looking for . I have auditioned for the following AGT,The Voice ,and others..Finally I audtioned for the X Factor in Miami and hopefully I will be getting some good news soon..So clearly when its your time and season , nothing and no one can stop you..but if you give up then you have stopped yourself from possibly your biggest dream ever…I almost gave up after the voice show, but now I realized that it was just not my time…but im hoping this will be my time!!

     4/28/2011 8:54 AM PDT

119. 

     Evelyn V - wrote:

     I have heard that you are coming to Binghamton University April 30th and you pick the first 100 people at the door to sign up. Is this true and could I have some more information about it please. Thank you
     -Evelyn:)

     4/28/2011 11:36 AM PDT

120. 

     james - wrote:

     will this one be the only one in the US or will there be another next year?

     4/28/2011 1:00 PM PDT

121. 

     Chris C - wrote:

     I love singing and i need 2 have a audition in Lansing Michigan or somthing

     4/28/2011 1:32 PM PDT

122. 

     Desiree - wrote:

     I really need auditions in the connecticut area

     4/28/2011 3:37 PM PDT

123. 

     Charli - wrote:

     Hey everyone, i’m gone keep this as Real as possible, Me and my sister went to audition for the xfactor, BS just like i thought, just like Idol… They say their looking for real talent people who can sing but what are they really looking for??? Noone knows… I met so many people just like i did on idol 6 yrs ago, and I heard them all Blow!!! Got serious skills including my sister and I, and everyone i met that could really sang, these bastards said No. If you think I could sing and I should of made it, visit my youtube page I’m 29charlene and let me know what yall think cuz this sh** ain’t right. Then the people who’s judging is the producer’s of the show no one that i think should do judging They already have in their mind what they are going to tell u, as soon as u step around the booth, because when I did, I sang my heart out for One Judge and soo as i finish u could even see him consider it he knew he was gonna say no, and he said I’m gonna have to say No for today, like their was a tomorrow. So my advice is be prepared to hear NO!!! NO MATTER HOW GREAT YOU ARE THEIR MINDS ARE MADE UP AS SOON AS THEY SEE YOU!

     4/28/2011 5:01 PM PDT

124. 

     Toni - wrote:

     I have questions instead of a comment.
     Will their be a audition in Wahington D.C the Nation Capitol at anytime?. If so when, because we do have alot of talent here. Also, where can the web site for future auditions be found for next season and why isn’t these auditions locations broardcast more.

     Thanks,

     4/28/2011 5:57 PM PDT

125. 

     Courtney - wrote:

     I just got back to GA from the Chicago auditions. Although I am no Mariah Carey, I do believe I have what it takes to have been passed through. I definitely feel very cheated, as the ‘judge’ I ended up with actually fell asleep before I even started singing. I truly feel without any arrogance at all that I deserved a chance to be passed through. I am upset and in shock, but I am not defeated. To all the people who have made it “CONGRATS!” To all the people who feel like they may have been cheated like I was?…All I can say is to never give up on your dream! EVER. You don’t need a nationwide competition to tell you you are good enough…you need to believe it yourself and keep going! I wish all of you the best of luck…and maybe someday, you’ll accomplish your dream as I have every intention of reaching mine. Love to all…Courtney Grieco http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i37x0_fFMvo&feature=related

     4/28/2011 6:28 PM PDT

126. 

     Charli - wrote:

     what’s up everybody, I just auditioned in chicago, but really it was held in Hoffman Estates at the sears Centre, Now i am so irritated with these phony Ass show’s coming to places saying that they are looking for true Talent someone that can intertained other’s and compete and keep up with the Now Industry…. THAT’S NOT WHAT THEY ARE LOOKING FOR! they are looking for something different whatever that is, Me and my Sister auditioned and both were told no Not at this time… the same as Idol, BS!!!! you’re judged by one judge ONly and he’s part of the production company… as soon as you turn that corner to go inside one of the curtain booths that judge has already made his/her mind up about what they are going to say way before you even sing your song, and of course you can’t even ask “why? they don’t even tell you what you didn’t provide for them, and what you could work on if there is any to work on… My sister and I and other’s that we met could sing their asses off, and were all told ”No, not at this time”. I’ve been singing since I was 8 yrs old and I am now 30 going on 31 in june. if you all come to my page on youtube. i’m http://www.youtube.com/29charlene and listen to me I even sing some of my own music i wrote and i think i can roll with some of the best…. so what the Heaven are they Really looking for. it won’t be no real competition if it ain’t no Real Sangers. not knocking the one’s that made it, I’m just saying i saw some of the best even better than I, and they were told NO!!! so for me, I’m on to the next one.

     4/28/2011 6:55 PM PDT

127. 

     Courtney - wrote:

     @ Ponicki – don’t feel bad about your son…he probably was INCREDIBLE and if he got the same judge as I did…the guy just was either too wasted from being on drugs or partying too hard the night before…or never got a deserved break and was just not up to judging correctly. Had this guy actually been awake, I know I would have been passed through. I saw a lot of ‘freaky’ people get passed through. This is not to say that they weren’t amazing singers, I have no way of knowing that…but it seems that XFactor is another AGT and American Idol, where unfortunately, talent is not the utmost ‘factor’…but moreso, looking like a birthday cake, or a Superman or a golden wonder woman. I think its a travesty that a lot of people were passed through that I heard either practicing or in the booths nearby that were just ‘okay’ and then I would hear other people who blew the curtains back and they were passed over. If it were SIMON judging, I don’t believe that would have happened. Simon is no BS and spot on when he makes his comments. Unfortunately, the judges that are picked to pass on the talent are ill-equipped, rude and either on drugs or not given proper breaks. To fall ASLEEP before someone starts singing is ludicrous and outrageous…and I think if Simon knew what was going on, he’d be outraged. The man is amazing and knows his stuff…so I can’t imagine him letting things like this go..its a scary shame…I have every intention of watching the opening show to see if I recognize anyone from the lines in Chicago. I’m sure a lot of the ‘misfits’ will have been passed through and then once the ratings for the freak show go up, they will be passed OVER like the many talented individuals that I met that day. Just such a shame…here is me at home w/o any bells and whistles – just Karaoke background music. This is the song I sang at the Chicago auditions to sleeping beauty and got a ‘no’ just like your son. Tell him to never give up…EVER EVER EVER. you go, Ponicki!! Love and hugs to all – Courtney Grieco http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7LyGa_dxgE&feature=grec_index

     4/28/2011 6:59 PM PDT

128. 

     D. H. - wrote:

     We were so excited when our daughter was chosen by a new station to receive an audition pass. Drove to the location over 5 hrs stood in rain for almost 3, and she was ready to sing very warmed up and looked drop dead gorgeous (19 and too pretty to be truthful) – she went into the huge curtain cubed area and two judges listened to what they could hear. She said the other singers around her were so loud she could not hear herself and they had to have her stand 2 feet from them to hear her. The female older judge asked what song are you singing and she told them – then the female judge said, “that’s a bad song, I don’t like that song” – and kept shaking her head, the no nods all the time – when finished singing what frankly was a fantastic version of her song one few men other than the original singers (two to be exact) can sing – with her version getting world wide stats lighting up the world except China – saying they did not think anyone else could ever sing this same song so well – the man of course not knowing any of this – said – “Yes” to her while telling her he could barely hear her song….the woman also said, she could barely hear the singing – and that because she did not like the song choice she said – “it’s a no and I over ride the yes”, so it’s no. This all happened in about 30 seconds. What kind of an audition pass contest was this? I understand auditioning masses of people is well to say the least got to be a nightmare – but could she not have at least had the 30 seconds with a less noisy area and someone who judged her voice not a song that she chose to show off her vocal ranges, strength, beauty and abilities for those well deserved 30 seconds? How about someone stepping in – you have my email give her a real audition and if she does not literally shock hell right off the side of the planet – like she lights up Youtube I will eat your dirties socks on TV! Find her at Joannalaurensings channel on Youtube and look at the quality she has posted for about 4 yrs with lousy equipment – she’s been called better than many of the original singers – an awesome thing for a 14 – 19 yr old’s basement recordings. This is a bigger X-Factor Advertiser than 10 thousand people standing desperate in the rain – this girl sings for many charities by invitation – and other Big things for free – she only wanted a real 30 second interview with a real judge of her talent.

     4/28/2011 7:58 PM PDT

129. 

     Angela Hart - wrote:

     After traveling to Chicago from Cincinnati alone, driving with a friend for an hour and a half each way to the wrist band sign up, and then traveling for two hours (due to weather) each way the following day for the auditions, I have never been so humiliated in my life. First of all, you asked the auditioners to prepare two songs, then later to prepare three songs. I wasn’t even given the opportunity to make it the second verse of a song, let alone two songs. I was one of those people that were sent to the center line also, and was originally center to line No. 10, but, because line 9 was moving so fast, and line 10 was not moving, I was moved over to line 9. The reason why it was moving so fast is because the judge for line 9, the first booth that you come to, to the left, was the one telling everyone NO, and not even taking the time to give the person an opportunity to actually audition.

     I feel so upset and ridiculed from this audition that I haven’t even been able to sleep at night, because I KNOW what my God given talent is, and at the blink of an eye, without even being given a chance, someone who probably can’t sing themselves out of a paperbag tells me NO.

     I am well known around Cincinnati, as well as other states for my singing abilities, and there isn’t a person you can ask that knows of me, which there are lots, that I have an inability to SING!!!

     Lastly, to hold auditions in the middle of an arena, where other people all around you are singing, the crowd in the arena seats cheering for people who made it through, and judges not giving people a chance to even sing their song or songs, because those are the CUT THROAT BOOTHS is a JOKE!!!

     People don’t have money to throw away, traveling five plus hours to an audition, running up and down the road, paying $20 for parking each day of the venue, and thinking that they’re going to be given a fair chance to sing at least one song, only to be made a mockery out of and left feeling high and dry for no apparent reason, other than trying to pursue a dream. That is just sad.

     THANKS A LOT X-FACTOR. YOU GUYS REALLY NEED TO REEVALUATE YOUR SYSTEM.

     Signed,

     VERY DISAPPOINTED.

     4/28/2011 9:30 PM PDT

130. 

     Courtney - wrote:

     Wow, every time I read a new comment from someone who auditioned in Chicago, I shake my head back and forth with an overwhelming feeling of heartache. SOO SOOO many talented people were passed up…the 19 year old from above (JoannaLaurenSings) and the 29Charlene woman…you ladies keep it up, because you are AWESOME. I went to your sites and you DO have what it takes, as do I. XFactor does not define people…it is just another competition searching for some ‘media heat’ by way of people dressed like superheros and birthday cake toppings. Its all about the ratings….its all about the freak show. Whether these people can sing or not is not the issue…it is about the fact that for the people who spent hundreds or even thousands of dollars on the plane ticket, the hotel, the daily parking, the ‘right outfit’ (HA, I should have dressed like Lady GaGa’s spaceship and probably would have been passed through) and lord knows what else, thinking that they have a REAL shot are crushed to find out that the judges are nobodies who don’t know a thing about talent or music. There are probably hundreds of us with the same gripe. For the ones who got passed through…congrats, and I mean that sincerely. If you are a funky dresser, but you’ve got the chops…dress like a pork chop if you want, thats great. For the people who were NOT passed through and just were well put-together with their choice of outfits, or didn’t ‘shine’ with million dollar clothes…DON’T GIVE UP!! Look at all the people who were passed up on Idol (Chris Daughtry, Jennifer Hudson, Clay Aiken, Colbie Callait etc…etc.) and they ROCK ROCK ROCK. Nobody needs XFACTOR, IDOL or AMERICA’S GOT TALENT to tell them they have talent. Its just an opportunity to get on television and be ‘seen’…and believe me, there are more ways than one to be heard my friends. There are many ways you can put yourself out there…lots of people have been discovered on youtube, at Karaoke contests, fronting bands, musical theatre. GO FOR IT and don’t let some puny judge from XFactor who probably gets paid in peanuts to sit on a stool and say ‘yes’ or ‘no’ discourage you. Note to XFactor…instead of making people wait in the rain, cold and wind while you scream ‘Are you ready to win a million dollars?’…and get your money shots for the very deceiving promotional pieces you put out for this show…try getting some real judges that actually know a thing or two about the industry, talent and vocal ability. Your judges know nothing. They are rude, obnoxious, arrogant and they don’t get enough sleep. Hence my brilliant judge who fell asleep before I put my jacket down. I’m all for competition…and there are plenty of people who blow me out of the water…but I know what I can do, and aside from me, you have passed over thousands of talented individuals who deserved a shot. Way to produce a show that reinforces building people up and making them think they have a real shot and then crush their hopes by picking idiots for judges and conveying once again to America, that if you really DO have talent, you have no shot. Unless, of course, you dress like a Thanksgiving Day Float…

     4/29/2011 7:50 AM PDT

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     Gretchen - wrote:

     Can the open dates of the booths be extende til may 10th???

     4/29/2011 2:43 PM PDT

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     Try, try again. - wrote:

     My dad won’t drive me down there, it’s TOO far. I wish I could just send in a video of my own. Sad face.

     4/29/2011 6:27 PM PDT

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     cm - wrote:

     you all should consider putting the booths in chicago, so many singers/performers would be sooooo…. greatful

     4/30/2011 2:50 PM PDT

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     cm - wrote:

     i just don’t know how corey mcdonald had a callback but didn’t make it further, he can really sing and, is a great performer. NO! he can sang.

     4/30/2011 2:53 PM PDT

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     Melissa - wrote:

     I’m so excited to audition for this show! My friend told me that there is and auditoin where I live! I hope I make it……..

     5/3/2011 4:01 PM PDT

136. 

     Philip H. - wrote:

     auditioned in Nash. fri the 29th. In the MyStudio both,I still haven’t received my email confirmation. Does anyone have info about this?

     5/4/2011 12:09 AM PDT

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     Tammera Leigh - wrote:

     Hey people of talent and character, just wanted to say something without bumming you out. “you don’t know how easy you have it!” Sorry just saying…I came from the generation of people who were fiercely talented but we didn’t have no talent shows or “make it big” fast contests. We had to do things the old fashioned way: working hard to grow in our art singing to audiences night after night, going to music cities shopping you picture, tape and bio, having door after door slammed in your face and having the character and faith to keep believing and keep trying. It is the regular people and audiences that have kept me going over the years. The executives would expect “favors” from a young beautiful women and they would have to face the “casting couch” syndrome. I mean you are lucky if you get through in one day of waiting for hours and your whole life changes. I mean I spent 20yrs paying my dues. REally your upset you had to go hungry, cold or wait for hours! Try working in clubs for years with all the love in your heart pouring out then tell me how hard you spent one day trying to make it! I still sing today and maybe because I didn’t sleep with my producer that I’m here writing this and singing in church, at parties and for weddings whatever I can to keep the music alive. But if someone told me years ago that I could sacrifice one day, or even a week going without sleep, food, and waiting just to be given an honest chance I would have done it in a heartbeat!

     5/4/2011 2:56 AM PDT

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     Philip H. - wrote:

     right there with you Tammera, Its kinda funny seeing all the complaining. I’ve been doing this for 30years. There is a generation of instant gratification seekers that think this is owed to them, its in every aspect of life to them. The work hard eithic is long gone. Talent is only a part of the musical makeup. It takes a whole lot of precious time, patients and time as George Harrison wrote to do it right child….
     But I did tryout at a Mystudio booth on the 29th, hope they see some seasoning in me, but if they dont, no big deal,I sing every week, I produce and arrange, I play and work with bands all the time. I’m already living the American dream, I get to do what I love for a living, but it didn’t happen over night.

     5/4/2011 1:29 PM PDT

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     lee - wrote:

     Hi, everyone
     I am deeply disappointed that the last stop for auditions is Dallas, I am a single mom with a five year old son and work as a substitute teacher and it’s just too hard to get to these audition sites or booths. I live in West Virginia and do not understand why you do not have auditions in Pittsburgh, PA or Washington, D.C. I am very talented singer and if you come this way I could audition just think about it.

     5/4/2011 9:08 PM PDT

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     Phyllis Hill - wrote:

     To whom it may concern:

     I was wondering if you are ever planning on bringing auditions to York, Pennsylvania? (York, PA is outside of the Harrisburg/Lancaster area). If so, please post info on web site. Thank you very much in advance.

     5/5/2011 1:31 AM PDT

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     Kitty Terry - wrote:

     Please come to Atlanta or Orlando. Word just getting out about auditions. You’ll be glad you did.

     5/8/2011 1:32 PM PDT

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     Marilyn - wrote:

     Is there any in Atl. Georgia?? esp. for person wanted to audition but canno’t afford the plane ticket.

     5/9/2011 3:20 PM PDT

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     Marilyn - wrote:

     I am also a single mom with a full time job it’s so hard for me to get day off for 3 days in a row if I go to Dallas audition. I am so afraid to lose my job. I hope you all come to Atl. Georgia.. ..thank you…

     5/9/2011 3:27 PM PDT

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     Jaynie Reich - wrote:

     I auditioned in honolulu and received an immediate e-mail that my audition had been successfully submited and was being sent to judges. Does this mean I am really being considered for next round or does everyone receive this? jaynie-

     5/10/2011 3:49 PM PDT

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     Jaynie Reich - wrote:

     I loved the audition, to sing without instrument is something every true singer should be able to do. The sound quality was awesome,and to view the audition was exhilarating!

     5/10/2011 4:55 PM PDT

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     Lawrence Williams - wrote:

     I just want to know are you all coming to New Orleans to give us a chance at shot.

     5/15/2011 5:25 PM PDT

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     lee - wrote:

     I hope the x factor comes to Wash. D.C. area too. If possible I wish they would set up a recording studio in Pitts. P.A. or have auditions there, please reconsider Mr. Cowell.

     5/19/2011 10:28 PM PDT

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     Mitchell Blake - wrote:

     I live in Houston Texas and was planning on going to the Dallas Auditions and even though I will be able to get off work should I get chosen to be on the show but just happens the days of the auditions in Dallas I have to cover for my boss who will be on vacation. Is the video auditions still being accepted? I really hope so. Thanks, Blake

     5/22/2011 7:50 PM PDT

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     lindsey townsend - wrote:

     i really really wish i could audition but you guys already came to colorado

     6/9/2011 2:11 PM PDT

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     anna - wrote:

     my son audition in newark made it to all three audition got a call back to be at prudential center on june ninth at five we get there waited for hours and then we were told sorry you not going to go on we are running out of time so sorry . well Simon why waste people time,very dissapointed

     6/10/2011 8:52 PM PDT

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     Linda - wrote:

     I have asked the Lord for Guidance and he has brought me here.I continue to reach for a Dream that is thirty years old.Take hold of my hand and Dreams may become reality! I shall never give up and will not become bitter .Bless you all for the many Dreams you do fulfill. A Believer.Llinda

     8/14/2011 6:42 AM PDT

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     Haley - wrote:

     can you still audition online or is it too late?

     8/14/2011 12:08 PM PDT

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     james h gaddis - wrote:

     Good opprotunity for the world to see and hear new talent.

     9/4/2011 4:37 AM PDT

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     Denise - wrote:

     I’ve been waiting on a program that will allow everyone no matter how old they are for a chance to sing. I’m from chicago Illinois and loves to sing. I’v been singing the majority of my life and wasn’t given that opportunity to show my talent. If given that chance can you please email me the dates of the coming auditions in chicago. Please give the chance to show my talent.

     9/21/2011 6:43 PM PDT

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     Alyssa Keeton - wrote:

     I love the X FACTOR I have cried 5 times alredy SOOOO bring on the tears!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

     9/22/2011 10:21 AM PDT

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     reginald( phyllis hyman) truesdale - wrote:

     please please bring the X FACTOR to the baltimore M D soon.

     9/22/2011 7:21 PM PDT

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     janiesha - wrote:

     ok well i live in oakland and they never have auditions out here i think yhu should have some at the coliseum because me and my friend/friends have real talent and the only way we cvan show it is on youtube or at school talent shows so plz come out to oakland if your really care about the people in oakland beacause like i said no shows have had auditions out here and it would be great if you guys were the first]

     9/24/2011 11:02 AM PDT

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     Kristin McCoy - wrote:

     I had no Idea that they traveled so far around the world to find new talent, I wish they would come to Greenville, Pa to find me. I tried to register early just in case lol but it said registration was closed:(

     9/27/2011 9:01 AM PDT

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     Olivia - wrote:

     i wish the x factor would come to Detroit, Michigan

     9/28/2011 3:39 PM PDT

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     Beccy - wrote:

     WHEN WILL THE X FACTOR BE COMING TO DETROIT, MICHIGAN? Simon shook on it said he would on the news this week

     9/29/2011 5:53 PM PDT

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     julian - wrote:

     you should come to Indiana!!! please!

     10/1/2011 12:55 PM PDT