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| Origin = [[South Shields]], [[Tyne and Wear]], [[England]], [[United Kingdom]] |
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| Years_active = 2009 — present |
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'''Joseph McElderry''' (born 16 June 1991){{Citation needed|date=November 2009}} is an [[England|English]] [[singer]] from [[South Shields]], [[Tyne and Wear]], [[England]] who is currently a finalist on the [[The X Factor (UK series 6)|sixth series]] of the ITV show [[The X Factor (UK)|The X Factor]]. He is currently one of the four remaining contestants in the competition.<ref name="joesemifinal">{{cite news|url=http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-evening-chronicle/2009/11/30/x-factor-star-joe-mcelderry-wins-place-in-semi-final-72703-25287523/|title=X Factor star Joe McElderry wins place in semi-final|author=Joanne Butcher|date=30 November 2009|publisher=''ChronicleLive''|accessdate=3 December 2009}}</ref> |
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== Early life and career == |
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McElderry had previously auditioned for ''The X Factor'' in 2007, but felt too young compared to the other contestants and opted to walk away.<ref name="joe2007">{{cite news|url=http://www.mirror.co.uk/celebs/news/2009/10/08/x-factor-top-10-all-you-need-to-know-about-joe-mcelderry-115875-21732401/|title=X Factor Top 10: All you need to know about Joe McElderry|author=Ann Gripper|date=8 October 2009|publisher=[[Daily Mirror]]|accessdate=24 October 2009}}</ref> He was the Pride of South Tyneside's Young Performer of the Year in 2008.<ref name="joe2007"/> McElderry studies a BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts at [[Newcastle College]] Performance Academy. He is being backed by the college to win ''The X Factor''.<ref name="joenewcastlecollege">{{cite news|url=http://www.ncl-coll.ac.uk/about-us/collegenews.aspx?id=9&newsid=216|title=Newcastle College backs Joe McElderry to win X Factor|date=4 October 2009|publisher=''Newcastle College''|accessdate=16 November 2009}}</ref> He took the role of Danny in [[Grease (musical)|Grease]] performed at Harton Technology College.<ref name="joegrease">{{cite news|url=http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/Support-for-X-Factor-Joe.5714678.jp|title=Support for X Factor Joe is top class|author=Leah Strug|date=8 October 2009|publisher=''ShieldsGazzete''|accessdate=17 November 2009}}</ref> McElderry attended Harton Technology College in Lisle Road, South Shields, before joining [[South Tyneside College]] to study AS levels, and [[Newcastle College]] to study performing arts.<ref name="joegrease"/> |
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== The X Factor == |
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McElderry auditioned in Manchester singing [[Luther Vandross]]'s "[[Dance With My Father]]".<ref name="tynsineteen">{{cite news|url=http://www.journallive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-news/2009/08/22/tyneside-teen-joe-mcelderry-set-to-wow-x-factor-61634-24502569/|title=Tyneside teen Joe McElderry set to wow X-Factor|author=Katy Simpson|date=22 August 2009|publisher=''JournalLive''|accessdate=24 October 2009}}</ref> The audition was televised on 22 August 2009. He earned a standing ovation from the audience.<ref name="joeaudition">{{cite news|url=http://www.shieldsgazette.com/audio-video/Teenage-singer-Joe-wows-X.5578115.jp|title=Teenage singer Joe wows X Factor judges|author=Leah Strug|date=21 August 2009|publisher=''ShieldsGazzete''|accessdate=17 November 2009}}</ref> Following this performance, he quickly progressed through boot-camp to judges houses.<ref name="joefinal24">{{cite news|url=http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-evening-chronicle/2009/09/28/x-factor-joe-mcelderry-teaming-up-with-cheryl-72703-24799131/|title=X Factor Joe McElderry teaming up with Cheryl|author=Katy Simpson|date=28 September 2009|publisher=''ChronicleLive''|accessdate=24 October 2009}}</ref> He travelled to [[Marrakesh]] in [[Morocco]] with [[Cheryl Cole]]<ref name="joefinal24"/>, and guest judge [[Will Young]],<ref name="joewillyoung">{{cite news|url=http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-evening-chronicle/2009/10/10/will-young-backing-joe-mcelderry-for-x-factor-success-72703-24898033/|title= |
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Will Young backing Joe McElderry for X Factor success|author=Gordon Barr|date=10 October 2009|publisher=''ChronicleLive''|accessdate=24 October 2009}}</ref> and was picked as one of her final three in the boys’ category to progress to the live shows.<ref name="joelivesshows">{{cite news|url=http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-evening-chronicle/2009/10/05/geordie-joe-gets-to-x-factor-live-shows-72703-24855526/|title=Joe McElderry gets to X Factor live shows|author=Alastair Craig|date=5 October 2009|publisher=''ChronicleLive''|accessdate=24 October 2009}}</ref> |
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In the first live show, he performed "[[No Regrets]]" by [[Robbie Williams]]. This performance bought positive comments from the judges, with Simon Cowell calling him a "dark horse in this competition". Following the performance, he made it through to the second week of the show, "diva week".<ref name="joediva">{{cite news|url=http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-evening-chronicle/2009/10/16/joe-mcelderry-ready-to-be-diva-to-win-x-factor-72703-24946132/|title=Joe McElderry ready to be diva to win X Factor|author=Gordon Barr|date=16 October 2009|publisher=''ChronicleLive''|accessdate=24 October 2009}}</ref> |
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In the second live show, he sang [[Whitney Houston]]'s song "[[Where Do Broken Hearts Go]]". This performance once again bought rave reviews from the judges. Simon Cowell was left speechless, saying “It pains me to say it, but that was actually note perfect". He said the only criticism he had for McElderry is that he needed to know how to perform. He has made it through to the third week, [[Big Band]] week.<ref name="joelivesshows3">{{cite news|url=http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-evening-chronicle/2009/10/19/x-factor-hopeful-joe-mcelderry-sails-through-72703-24964476/|title=X Factor hopeful Joe McElderry sails through|author=Gordon Barr|date=19 October 2009|publisher=''ChronicleLive''|accessdate=24 October 2009}}</ref> |
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In the third live show, [[Big Band]] week, saw the remaining contestants take to the stage with the backing of a 35-piece orchestra. McElderry sang [[Michael Buble]]'s hit "[[Sway]]". This bought positive comments from the judges. Simon Cowell said ""I have to give it to you. Whatever is thrown up at you, you just rise up to the challenge". However he said his performance "wasn't authentic". Cheryl Cole, his mentor, told him: "You were sparkly and sexy. I thoroughly enjoyed the performance". He has made it through to the fourth round of the show, [[Rock music|Rock songs]].<ref name="joebigband">{{cite news|url=http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-evening-chronicle/2009/10/26/joe-mcelderry-sails-through-to-the-next-round-of-x-factor-72703-25016865/|title=Joe McElderry sails through to the next round of X Factor|author=Sara Nichol|date=26 October 2009|publisher=''ChronicleLive''|accessdate=16 November 2009}}</ref> |
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In the fourth live show, [[Rock music]], McElderry sang "[[Don't Stop Believin']]" by [[Journey (band)|Journey]]. Dannii Minogue said he was “an absolute star” and Louis Walsh told him he expected to see him in the final. Simon Cowell said that while the singing was excellent, it was "manufactured". He also received praise from his mentor Cheryl Cole. McElderry sailed through to the fifth week, songs from movies.<ref name="joerockweek">{{cite news|url=http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-evening-chronicle/2009/11/02/joe-mcelderry-sails-through-to-next-round-of-x-factor-72703-25071372/|title=Joe McElderry sails through to next round of X Factor|author=Sara Nichol|date=2 November 2009|publisher=''ChronicleLive''|accessdate=16 November 2009}}</ref> |
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In the fifth live show, songs from movies, McElderry sang "[[Circle of Life]]" by [[Elton John]] from the movie ''[[The Lion King]]''. Dannii Minogue told him: “You are the best male vocalist in the competition”. Louis Walsh however said “I think you’re more musical theatre than pop star,” he said, “and we are looking for a pop star.” Simon Cowell said that McElderry had to stop with "stage school swaying". He was also praised by his mentor Cheryl Cole. He made it through to the next live show, songs by [[Queen (band)|Queen]].<ref name="joemovieweek">{{cite news|url=http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-evening-chronicle/2009/11/09/joe-mcelderry-reaches-last-seven-of-x-factor-72703-25125307/|title=Joe McElderry reaches last seven of X Factor|author=Laura Caroe|date=9 November 2009|publisher=''ChronicleLive''|accessdate=16 November 2009}}</ref> |
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In the sixth live show, songs by [[Queen (band)|Queen]], McElderry sang "[[Somebody to Love (Queen song)|Somebody to Love]]" by [[Queen (band)|Queen]]. He was backed by a gospel choir for his performance, which Cheryl Cole labeled “a vocal roller coaster”. She said McElderry was “technically the best singer in this competition”. Dannii Minogue praised him for tackling “one of the biggest Queen songs” which she said was even tough for ex-frontman Freddie Mercury to sing. Louis Walsh also praised McElderry’s performance, saying, “That was a really really big song for a little guy from the north of England”. However, Walsh suggested McElderry might have broken the rules by performing with a choir. “The only problem I have is that I think the choir helped you a lot,” he said. “That’s maybe breaking the rules.” Simon Cowell commented that McElderry sang better the previous week. McElderry progressed to the seventh week.<ref name="joequeen">{{cite news|url=http://www.journallive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-news/2009/11/16/joe-mcelderry-through-to-next-round-of-x-factor-61634-25175756/2/|title=Joe McElderry through to next round of X Factor|author=Joanne Butcher|date=16 November 2009|publisher=''JournalLive''|accessdate=16 November 2009}}</ref> |
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Along with ''The X Factor'' finalists, McElderry recorded a charity single, a cover of [[Michael Jackson]]'s hit "[[You Are Not Alone]]". It was released in aid of London's [[Great Ormond Street Hospital]]. McElderry went to the hospital with his fellow finalists to cheer up young cancer patients.<ref name="joehospitalvisit">{{cite news|url=http://www.shieldsgazette.com/go-joe/XFactor-Joe39s-hospital-visit.5773932.jp|title=X-Factor Joe's hospital visit|date=28 October 2009|publisher=''ShieldsGazzete''|accessdate=17 November 2009}}</ref> The finalists premiered the song live on the November 15 edition of the programme; the single was available for digital download that day and a physical release followed the day after.<ref name="joeyouarenotalone">{{cite news|url=http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/Joe-leads-the-way-in.5827973.jp|title=Joe leads the way in X Factor stars' No 1 bid|date=17 November 2009|publisher=''ShieldsGazzete''|accessdate=16 November 2009}}</ref> |
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In the seventh live show, songs by [[George Michael]] and [[Wham!]], McElderry sang [[George Michael]]'s version of "[[Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me]]" by [[Elton John]].<ref name="joesundown">{{cite news|url=http://www.tiscali.co.uk/events/2009/xfactor/pa-news/joe-brings-sun-down-on-show.html|title=Joe brings sun down on show|date=21 November 2009|publisher=''Tiscali''|accessdate=22 November 2009}}</ref> McElderry was given a standing ovation by all four judges, which was the first time in the entire series all four judges have given a standing ovation to an act in the live shows. The audience also gave McElderry a standing ovation after the performance.<ref name="joestandingovation">{{cite news|url=http://www.mrpaparazzi.com/post/9344/Joe-McElderry-Gets-A-Standing-Ovation-From-The-Judges-On-X-Factor.aspx|title=Joe McElderry gets a standing ovation from the judges on X Factor|author=Samuel Nathan|date=22 November 2009|publisher=''Mr Paparazzi''|accessdate=22 November 2009}}</ref> Dannii Minogue said "That was exceptional. There was such passion and honesty to your voice". Louis Walsh added: "That was definitely the best performance of the night. You've got great appeal." But he added: "Madam's [Cole] broken the rules because that was an Elton John song".<ref name="joecheating">{{cite news|url=http://www.sundaysun.co.uk/news/north-east-news/2009/11/22/louis-walsh-accuses-joe-mcelderry-of-cheating-on-x-factor-79310-25223966/|title=Louis Walsh accuses Joe McElderry of cheating on X Factor|date=22 November 2009|publisher=''Sunday Sun''|accessdate=22 November 2009}}</ref> Simon Cowell told Walsh "Here's a new rule. We're going to stop you from speaking. After this young kid gets up on stage and does the performance of his life, absolutely 100per cent nailed the song, and you've got the audacity to sit there with your silly stupid rule book and say he only sang half the song. Who cares what you think?". Cole, his mentor, said "You just stole the show. You smashed it. I could burst with pride."<ref name="joegeorgemichael">{{cite news|url=http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1229878/X-Factor-Geordie-Joe-McElderry-wows-judges-John-Edward-Wham-Rap.html|title=Geordie Joe McElderry wows the judges while John and Edward do the Wham! Rap|author=Charlotte Spratt|date=22 November 2009|publisher=[[Daily Mail]]|accessdate=22 November 2009}}</ref> McElderry made it to the final five of the show, where the contestants had to sing two tracks each, and where the theme is songs by [[Take That]] and [[Elton John]].<ref name="joeweek8">{{cite news|url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/xfactor/news/a188402/take-thatelton-john-theme-for-x-factor.html|title=Take That/Elton John theme for 'X Factor'|author=Alex Fletcher|date=24 November 2009|publisher=[[Digital Spy]]|accessdate=24 November 2009}}</ref><ref name="joefinalfive">{{cite news|url=http://www.journallive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-news/2009/11/23/joe-mcelderry-is-through-to-the-final-five-of-x-factor-61634-25229064/|title=Joe McElderry is through to the final five of X Factor|author=Kim Carmichael|date=23 November 2009|publisher=''JournalLive''|accessdate=24 November 2009}}</ref><ref name="joetwotracks">{{cite news|url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/xfactor/news/a188164/x-factor-final-five-to-sing-two-tracks.html|title='X Factor' final five to sing two tracks|author=Alex Fletcher|date=23 November 2009|publisher=[[Digital Spy]]|accessdate=24 November 2009}}</ref> |
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In the eighth live show, McElderry sang "[[Could It Be Magic]]" by [[Take That]]. His second song was "[[Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word]]" by [[Elton John]] (which he had previously sung at the judges houses stage), which bought McElderry his second standing ovation of the series. The four judges praised McElderry on both performances, with Simon Cowell saying he was 'absolutely gobsmacked by his second performance. McElderry made it through to the semi-finals of the show, along with [[Olly Murs]], [[Danyl Johnson]] and [[Stacey Solomon]], at the expense of [[Lloyd Daniels (singer)|Lloyd Daniels]].<ref name="joesemifinal">{{cite news|url=http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-evening-chronicle/2009/11/30/x-factor-star-joe-mcelderry-wins-place-in-semi-final-72703-25287523/|title=X Factor star Joe McElderry wins place in semi-final|author=Joanne Butcher|date=30 November 2009|publisher=''ChronicleLive''|accessdate=3 December 2009}}</ref> The theme for the semi final is reportedly [[Michael Jackson]] songs.<ref name="joemichaeljackson">{{cite news|url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/xfactor/news/a189524/x-factor-semi-final-has-jackson-theme.html|title='X Factor' semi-final 'has Jackson theme'|author=Alex Fletcher|date=2 December 2009|publisher=[[Digital Spy]]|accessdate=3 December 2009}}</ref> |
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=== Performances on ''The X Factor'' === |
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McElderry performed through all eight weeks so far of The X Factor live finals; below is a list of his performances. |
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| Week 1 |
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|"[[No Regrets (Robbie Williams song)|No Regrets]]" |
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|[[Robbie Williams]] |
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|Musical heroes |
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|'''Safe''' |
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| Week 2 |
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|"[[Where Do Broken Hearts Go]]" |
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|[[Whitney Houston]] |
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|Divas |
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|'''Safe''' |
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| Week 3 |
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|"[[Sway]]" |
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|[[Michael Buble]] |
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|[[Big Band]] |
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|'''Safe''' |
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| Week 4 |
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|"[[Don't Stop Believin']]" |
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|[[Journey (band)|Journey]] |
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|[[Rock music]] |
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|'''Safe''' |
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| Week 5 |
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|"[[Circle of Life]]" |
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|[[Elton John]] |
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|Songs from the movies |
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|'''Safe''' |
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| Week 6 |
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|"[[Somebody to Love (Queen song)|Somebody to Love]]" |
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|[[Queen (band)|Queen]] |
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|Songs by [[Queen (band)|Queen]] |
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|'''Safe''' |
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| Week 7 |
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|"[[Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me]]" |
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|[[Elton John]] |
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|Songs by [[Wham!]] and [[George Michael]] |
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|'''Safe''' |
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|rowspan="2"|Week 8 |
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|"[[Could It Be Magic]]" |
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|[[Take That]] |
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|Songs by [[Take That]] |
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|rowspan="2"|'''Safe''' |
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|"[[Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word]]" |
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|[[Elton John]] |
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|Songs by [[Elton John]] |
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== Discography == |
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=== Singles === |
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!style="width:3em;"|<small>[[UK Singles Chart|UK]]</small> |
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!style="width:3em;"|<small>[[Irish Singles Chart|IRL]]</small> |
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|rowspan=1 | 2009 |
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|align="left"|"[[You Are Not Alone]]" (with [[List of The X Factor finalists (UK series 6)|''The X Factor'' finalists]]) |
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|align="center"| 1<ref name="joenumber1uk">{{cite news|url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/music/news/a188067/x-factor-charity-single-reaches-no-1.html|title='X Factor' charity single reaches No. 1|author=Catriona Wightman|date=22 November 2009|publisher=[[Digital Spy]]|accessdate=24 November 2009}}</ref> |
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|align="center"| 1<ref name="joenumber1">{{cite news|url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/music/news/a187864/x-factor-stars-top-irish-singles-chart.html|title='X Factor' stars top Irish singles chart|author=Daniel Kilkelly|date=20 November 2009|publisher=[[Digital Spy]]|accessdate=20 November 2009}}</ref> |
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| rowspan="1"| Single only |
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== References == |
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{{reflist|colwidth=30em}} |
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== External links == |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rv6xnt_i-A8 Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Auditions] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ter-bO5F13A&feature=player_profilepage Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Bootcamp] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc0aV8ppNEE Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Judges houses] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Sd7HUDvPWM&feature=PlayList&p=iPSWjN5P6Vs Cheryl Cole's decision at ''The X Factor'' Judges houses phase] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Tz6QRB-7cA&feature=PlayList&p=iPSWjN5P6Vs Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Live Show 1] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlpF1hP76TY&feature=related Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Live Show 2] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZuiEDgLqU0&feature=related Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Live Show 3] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxA6ysTyxjw&feature=related Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Live Show 4] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4z_6BVqWuE&feature=related Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Live Show 5] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cgEQW6oSRA&feature=related Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Live Show 6] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkvPp1w_QuM Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Live Show 7] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ofs_ak3VUzU Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Live Show 8 (First song)] at [[YouTube]].com |
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j93WvstotJ4&feature=PlayList&p=iPSWjN5P6Vs Performance at ''The X Factor'' — Live Show 8 (Second song)] at [[YouTube]].com |
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Joseph McElderry (born 16 June 1991)[citation needed] is an English singer from South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England who is currently a finalist on the sixth series of the ITV show The X Factor. He is currently one of the four remaining contestants in the competition.[1]
Early life and career
McElderry had previously auditioned for The X Factor in 2007, but felt too young compared to the other contestants and opted to walk away.[2] He was the Pride of South Tyneside's Young Performer of the Year in 2008.[2] McElderry studies a BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts at Newcastle College Performance Academy. He is being backed by the college to win The X Factor.[3] He took the role of Danny in Grease performed at Harton Technology College.[4] McElderry attended Harton Technology College in Lisle Road, South Shields, before joining South Tyneside College to study AS levels, and Newcastle College to study performing arts.[4]
The X Factor
McElderry auditioned in Manchester singing Luther Vandross's "Dance With My Father".[5] The audition was televised on 22 August 2009. He earned a standing ovation from the audience.[6] Following this performance, he quickly progressed through boot-camp to judges houses.[7] He travelled to Marrakesh in Morocco with Cheryl Cole[7], and guest judge Will Young,[8] and was picked as one of her final three in the boys’ category to progress to the live shows.[9]
In the first live show, he performed "No Regrets" by Robbie Williams. This performance bought positive comments from the judges, with Simon Cowell calling him a "dark horse in this competition". Following the performance, he made it through to the second week of the show, "diva week".[10]
In the second live show, he sang Whitney Houston's song "Where Do Broken Hearts Go". This performance once again bought rave reviews from the judges. Simon Cowell was left speechless, saying “It pains me to say it, but that was actually note perfect". He said the only criticism he had for McElderry is that he needed to know how to perform. He has made it through to the third week, Big Band week.[11]
In the third live show, Big Band week, saw the remaining contestants take to the stage with the backing of a 35-piece orchestra. McElderry sang Michael Buble's hit "Sway". This bought positive comments from the judges. Simon Cowell said ""I have to give it to you. Whatever is thrown up at you, you just rise up to the challenge". However he said his performance "wasn't authentic". Cheryl Cole, his mentor, told him: "You were sparkly and sexy. I thoroughly enjoyed the performance". He has made it through to the fourth round of the show, Rock songs.[12]
In the fourth live show, Rock music, McElderry sang "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey. Dannii Minogue said he was “an absolute star” and Louis Walsh told him he expected to see him in the final. Simon Cowell said that while the singing was excellent, it was "manufactured". He also received praise from his mentor Cheryl Cole. McElderry sailed through to the fifth week, songs from movies.[13]
In the fifth live show, songs from movies, McElderry sang "Circle of Life" by Elton John from the movie The Lion King. Dannii Minogue told him: “You are the best male vocalist in the competition”. Louis Walsh however said “I think you’re more musical theatre than pop star,” he said, “and we are looking for a pop star.” Simon Cowell said that McElderry had to stop with "stage school swaying". He was also praised by his mentor Cheryl Cole. He made it through to the next live show, songs by Queen.[14]
In the sixth live show, songs by Queen, McElderry sang "Somebody to Love" by Queen. He was backed by a gospel choir for his performance, which Cheryl Cole labeled “a vocal roller coaster”. She said McElderry was “technically the best singer in this competition”. Dannii Minogue praised him for tackling “one of the biggest Queen songs” which she said was even tough for ex-frontman Freddie Mercury to sing. Louis Walsh also praised McElderry’s performance, saying, “That was a really really big song for a little guy from the north of England”. However, Walsh suggested McElderry might have broken the rules by performing with a choir. “The only problem I have is that I think the choir helped you a lot,” he said. “That’s maybe breaking the rules.” Simon Cowell commented that McElderry sang better the previous week. McElderry progressed to the seventh week.[15]
Along with The X Factor finalists, McElderry recorded a charity single, a cover of Michael Jackson's hit "You Are Not Alone". It was released in aid of London's Great Ormond Street Hospital. McElderry went to the hospital with his fellow finalists to cheer up young cancer patients.[16] The finalists premiered the song live on the November 15 edition of the programme; the single was available for digital download that day and a physical release followed the day after.[17]
In the seventh live show, songs by George Michael and Wham!, McElderry sang George Michael's version of "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" by Elton John.[18] McElderry was given a standing ovation by all four judges, which was the first time in the entire series all four judges have given a standing ovation to an act in the live shows. The audience also gave McElderry a standing ovation after the performance.[19] Dannii Minogue said "That was exceptional. There was such passion and honesty to your voice". Louis Walsh added: "That was definitely the best performance of the night. You've got great appeal." But he added: "Madam's [Cole] broken the rules because that was an Elton John song".[20] Simon Cowell told Walsh "Here's a new rule. We're going to stop you from speaking. After this young kid gets up on stage and does the performance of his life, absolutely 100per cent nailed the song, and you've got the audacity to sit there with your silly stupid rule book and say he only sang half the song. Who cares what you think?". Cole, his mentor, said "You just stole the show. You smashed it. I could burst with pride."[21] McElderry made it to the final five of the show, where the contestants had to sing two tracks each, and where the theme is songs by Take That and Elton John.[22][23][24]
In the eighth live show, McElderry sang "Could It Be Magic" by Take That. His second song was "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word" by Elton John (which he had previously sung at the judges houses stage), which bought McElderry his second standing ovation of the series. The four judges praised McElderry on both performances, with Simon Cowell saying he was 'absolutely gobsmacked by his second performance. McElderry made it through to the semi-finals of the show, along with Olly Murs, Danyl Johnson and Stacey Solomon, at the expense of Lloyd Daniels.[1] The theme for the semi final is reportedly Michael Jackson songs.[25]
Performances on The X Factor
McElderry performed through all eight weeks so far of The X Factor live finals; below is a list of his performances.
| Week | Song choice | Original artist | Theme | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | "No Regrets" | Robbie Williams | Musical heroes | Safe |
| Week 2 | "Where Do Broken Hearts Go" | Whitney Houston | Divas | Safe |
| Week 3 | "Sway" | Michael Buble | Big Band | Safe |
| Week 4 | "Don't Stop Believin'" | Journey | Rock music | Safe |
| Week 5 | "Circle of Life" | Elton John | Songs from the movies | Safe |
| Week 6 | "Somebody to Love" | Queen | Songs by Queen | Safe |
| Week 7 | "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" | Elton John | Songs by Wham! and George Michael | Safe |
| Week 8 | "Could It Be Magic" | Take That | Songs by Take That | Safe |
| "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word" | Elton John | Songs by Elton John |
Discography
Singles
| Year | Song | Chart positions | Album | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | IRL | |||
| 2009 | "You Are Not Alone" (with The X Factor finalists) | 1[26] | 1[27] | Single only |
References
- ^ a b Joanne Butcher (30 November 2009). "X Factor star Joe McElderry wins place in semi-final". ChronicleLive. Retrieved 3 December 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ a b Ann Gripper (8 October 2009). "X Factor Top 10: All you need to know about Joe McElderry". Daily Mirror. Retrieved 24 October 2009.
- ^ "Newcastle College backs Joe McElderry to win X Factor". Newcastle College. 4 October 2009. Retrieved 16 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ a b Leah Strug (8 October 2009). "Support for X Factor Joe is top class". ShieldsGazzete. Retrieved 17 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Katy Simpson (22 August 2009). "Tyneside teen Joe McElderry set to wow X-Factor". JournalLive. Retrieved 24 October 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Leah Strug (21 August 2009). "Teenage singer Joe wows X Factor judges". ShieldsGazzete. Retrieved 17 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ a b Katy Simpson (28 September 2009). "X Factor Joe McElderry teaming up with Cheryl". ChronicleLive. Retrieved 24 October 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Gordon Barr (10 October 2009). "Will Young backing Joe McElderry for X Factor success". ChronicleLive. Retrieved 24 October 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Alastair Craig (5 October 2009). "Joe McElderry gets to X Factor live shows". ChronicleLive. Retrieved 24 October 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Gordon Barr (16 October 2009). "Joe McElderry ready to be diva to win X Factor". ChronicleLive. Retrieved 24 October 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Gordon Barr (19 October 2009). "X Factor hopeful Joe McElderry sails through". ChronicleLive. Retrieved 24 October 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Sara Nichol (26 October 2009). "Joe McElderry sails through to the next round of X Factor". ChronicleLive. Retrieved 16 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Sara Nichol (2 November 2009). "Joe McElderry sails through to next round of X Factor". ChronicleLive. Retrieved 16 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Laura Caroe (9 November 2009). "Joe McElderry reaches last seven of X Factor". ChronicleLive. Retrieved 16 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Joanne Butcher (16 November 2009). "Joe McElderry through to next round of X Factor". JournalLive. Retrieved 16 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ "X-Factor Joe's hospital visit". ShieldsGazzete. 28 October 2009. Retrieved 17 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ "Joe leads the way in X Factor stars' No 1 bid". ShieldsGazzete. 17 November 2009. Retrieved 16 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ "Joe brings sun down on show". Tiscali. 21 November 2009. Retrieved 22 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Samuel Nathan (22 November 2009). "Joe McElderry gets a standing ovation from the judges on X Factor". Mr Paparazzi. Retrieved 22 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ "Louis Walsh accuses Joe McElderry of cheating on X Factor". Sunday Sun. 22 November 2009. Retrieved 22 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Charlotte Spratt (22 November 2009). "Geordie Joe McElderry wows the judges while John and Edward do the Wham! Rap". Daily Mail. Retrieved 22 November 2009.
- ^ Alex Fletcher (24 November 2009). "Take That/Elton John theme for 'X Factor'". Digital Spy. Retrieved 24 November 2009.
- ^ Kim Carmichael (23 November 2009). "Joe McElderry is through to the final five of X Factor". JournalLive. Retrieved 24 November 2009.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Alex Fletcher (23 November 2009). "'X Factor' final five to sing two tracks". Digital Spy. Retrieved 24 November 2009.
- ^ Alex Fletcher (2 December 2009). "'X Factor' semi-final 'has Jackson theme'". Digital Spy. Retrieved 3 December 2009.
- ^ Catriona Wightman (22 November 2009). "'X Factor' charity single reaches No. 1". Digital Spy. Retrieved 24 November 2009.
- ^ Daniel Kilkelly (20 November 2009). "'X Factor' stars top Irish singles chart". Digital Spy. Retrieved 20 November 2009.
External links
- Performance at The X Factor — Auditions at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Bootcamp at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Judges houses at YouTube.com
- Cheryl Cole's decision at The X Factor Judges houses phase at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Live Show 1 at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Live Show 2 at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Live Show 3 at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Live Show 4 at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Live Show 5 at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Live Show 6 at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Live Show 7 at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Live Show 8 (First song) at YouTube.com
- Performance at The X Factor — Live Show 8 (Second song) at YouTube.com
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