The Risk is a favourite of ours in this year X Factor competition. They have won us over ever since their first performance at judge’s houses.
However, on tonight’s performance, we have got to be honest and say that these boys had a bad day at the office.
The four piece boyband who were but together by N-Dubz star Tulisa Contostavlos, admitted before taking to the stage that they have found the theme hard to work with and told followers twitter:
“Been a tough week. Really hope we can pull it off tonight. Thanks for all the love and support xxxx”
Tonight, the band took on ‘Crazy’ by Gnarls Barkley and from the start it was suspect. The harmonies were noticeably off and the nerves seemed very obvious. It didn’t improve much as the track went on, and for us, this was definitely their worst performance to date.
We felt the judges were a little easy on them with their comments, and that is perhaps because of their potential. However, to win this competition you need a degree of consistency, and that can only be kept on track if the judges are totally honest and highlight errors when they are made.
Judges Comments:
Louis Walsh: Well boys I loved it last week and I love it this week. It’s not exactly hard rock but I love the harmonies and the way the four of you sing. There is not just one or two singers in this band. There’s nothing not to like about The Risk.
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Tulisa Contostavlos: Guys I’m not going to make excuses for you, but it has been tough. You’ve had two days to learn the song and Ashley you’ve been really ill and I was worried. It wasn’t your best performance but you pulled it off and did the best you could do with that song.
Kelly Roland: Guys I must admit I did like last week’s performance more but the more I look at you guys, the more I’m really excited for your future. And Tulisa, high five mama. You guys definitely have to work a lot harder on your vocals. |
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Gary Barlow:Guys I watched the dress rehearsal today and I was worried for you but you totally pulled it off tonight. There is a great work ethic in this band that lots of the other contestants should learn from.
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