Matt Cardle has revealed that he is eager to start writing songs for his debut album and would like to release his new single as soon as possible..

The 2010 X Factor winner, whose winner’s single “When We Collide”  is still doing well in the charts, said in a video blog on his official website: “New Year’s was interesting. I went up to see Aiden Grimshaw to get smashed and we had a good time.

“Now I’m just looking forward to cracking on and getting the album written and can’t wait for the tour. It’s starting in not long and that’s going to be a pretty incredible experience I reckon.”

He added: “Please be buying my single when it comes out – I want to get it out as soon as possible, so please be buying it. Thank you so much for your support, it’s wicked!”

It was recently reported that fellow X Factor participant Grimshaw could feature on Cardle’s upcoming record.