NewsAugust, 22 Barlow: X Factor keeps labels goingGary Barlow has defended The X Factor, saying the success of some of its acts has helped record companies support "credible artists". The singer-songwriter and new judge said he had faced some "pretty unpredictable" performances during the auditions and had tried to be honest with people. Speaking at a press preview of the new ITV1 series at the O2 in Greenwich, south London, he said: "You know what? I'm pretty serious about music so I'm fair but I'm direct and really honest so if someone's not cutting it I try to tell them but I try not to be as cruel. "That's the piece of this show I never liked." Take That star Gary said he had "never had an issue" with the show, which has been criticised for creating manufactured stars. He said: "I'll tell you why. It's because the acts on it sometimes keep the record labels afloat so we're able to see credible artists funded." The new X Factor judges - Gary, former Destiny's Child star Kelly Rowland and N-Dubz singer Tulisa Contostavlos - have given the show "a whole new energy" according to veteran Louis Walsh. ` Louis said: "It's like having a brand new car with a whole new engine. It's bigger and better. "I can't explain, yes I miss Simon (Cowell) and Dannii (Minogue) and Cheryl (Cole) but these guys have brought something new." Tulisa said her new role was not the end for N-Dubz but admitted she was still getting used to being a judge. The singer said: "I know there are lots of rumours circulating but it's hearsay and not the case at all but I do want to take the time out to find myself musically and do a solo album."
Source: music.uk.msn.com
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