X factor and Barry Manilow

scotty · Post by **scotty** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 11:54 am

Just been watching X factor,Barry Manilow :guitarist is guesting on the show, WOWWWWWW how much has he changed.

His face looks like it has been pulled right back tight, he looks weired, the only recognisable feature is his nose which has always been his biggest asset.

Scott

Marie5656 · Post by **Marie5656** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 12:49 pm

Well, even if he has been "touched up" a bit, he still looks better than Kenny Rogers. :wah: :guitarist

lady cop · Post by **lady cop** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 12:52 pm

Marie5656;474718 wrote: Well, even if he has been "touched up" a bit, he still looks better than Kenny Rogers. :wah: :guitaristor Elvis

Marie5656 · Post by **Marie5656** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 12:53 pm

I think everyone is looking better than Elvis these days.

Uncle Kram · Post by **Uncle Kram** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 2:10 pm

His last note was a real bummer.

At least it shows it's live

cars · Post by **cars** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 2:31 pm

According to public records, Barry's "60" years old! Most everyone at his age in the public's eye, has had some sort of makeover! It's "Showbusiness"!

theia · Post by **theia** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 3:03 pm

Hiya Scott :-6 Haven't seen you for ages...

I think Leona is set to win, isn't she?

Uncle Kram · Post by **Uncle Kram** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 3:09 pm

theia;474817 wrote: Hiya Scott :-6 Haven't seen you for ages...

I think Leona is set to win, isn't she?
From day 1 she has had no opposition. It's just a formality to go through the motions in a one-horse race. She makes the hairs on my neck stand up when she sings which is quite rare. A major talent emerging.

Marie5656 · Post by **Marie5656** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 3:13 pm

cars;474780 wrote: According to public records, Barry's "60" years old! Most everyone at his age in the public's eye, has had some sort of makeover! It's "Showbusiness"!

For gosh sake..the guy just had a hip replacement..just like a "real" old guy. Guess he won't be dancing around the Copa too much any more.

theia · Post by **theia** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 3:18 pm

Uncle Kram;474821 wrote: From day 1 she has had no opposition. It's just a formality to go through the motions in a one-horse race. She makes the hairs on my neck stand up when she sings which is quite rare. A major talent emerging.

I can't remember what it was she sang a few weeks ago, but I was so moved, I was in tears.

Uncle Kram · Post by **Uncle Kram** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 3:20 pm

ArnoldLayne;474831 wrote: Yeah I agree. The odd few times I have watched she has been head and shoulders above the rest

That will explain the McDonald brothers dandruff then

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 4:26 pm

Can I just wave my placard saying I love Ben. Thanks.

I like long hair on some men - he's cute in an unkempt way.

Barry Manilow look like a waxwork dummy these days - soo sad.

I love Leona too, she's sure to win.

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 4:28 pm

Oh, I forgot - I had that bloomin' somg about walking 500 miles in my head for days and days, I just got it out and they played it again on the Mac D Bros farewell!!! AAARGH!!:-5 :-5

*and I would walk 500 miles, and I would walk 500 more*

scotty · Post by **scotty** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 4:15 am

theia;474817 wrote: Hiya Scott :-6 Haven't seen you for ages...

I think Leona is set to win, isn't she?

Hi Theia, good to hear from you.

Yeh my money is on leona, she has real tallent, kinda reminds me of Shirley Bassey.

Scott

Uncle Kram · Post by **Uncle Kram** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 4:32 am

scotty;475300 wrote: Hi Theia, good to hear from you.

Yeh my money is on leona, she has real tallent, kinda reminds me of Shirley Bassey.

Scott
3 words I never use in the same sentence.

Leona is consistently turning in performances that seasoned professionals would be happy with. You have to remind yourself that these virtually faultless performances are LIVE. The Americans are clamouring for her already and she hasn't even won yet, so strong is the interest she's generated. Out of all of these type of shows I've seen over the last few years, she has the finest talent IMO.

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 6:00 am

scotty;474691 wrote: Just been watching X factor,Barry Manilow :guitarist is guesting on the show, WOWWWWWW how much has he changed.

His face looks like it has been pulled right back tight, he looks weired, the only recognisable feature is his nose which has always been his biggest asset.

Scott

I don't watch X factor so I missed Barry. i have to confess i was a big fan in the 80s and saw him in concert 3 times...the best was at Blenheim Palace.

Must admit I lost interest because there wasn't much NEW stuff being recorded by him.

He was 60 back in June....good luck to him if he's had a little help with his looks.

My favourite album of his was '2am paradise cafe'....jazzy....with Mel Torme etc.

Uncle Kram · Post by **Uncle Kram** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 6:22 am

My Aunt thought he was Rod Stewart :wah:

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 7:00 am

Uncle Kram;475335 wrote: My Aunt thought he was Rod Stewart :wah:

Looking at that picture again (without specs)

it could be Jamie Oliver :wah:

How are you Unc ???

Uncle Kram · Post by **Uncle Kram** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 7:10 am

Bez;475347 wrote: Looking at that picture again (without specs)

it could be Jamie Oliver :wah:

How are you Unc ???

Oh you know Bez, comme ci, comme ca as our friends the other side of the water from you would say. Hope you're embracing all that your new life has to offer. BTW Mr Manilow is on the repeat right now.

Marie5656 · Post by **Marie5656** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 7:23 am

OK, let us back up a bit. I am admittedly a bit slow on the uptake this week....but what is an X-Factor? I am gathering from comments here that it is on the order of the Pop Idol / American Idol singing thing. Am I right?

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 7:51 am

Uncle Kram;475353 wrote: Oh you know Bez, comme ci, comme ca as our friends the other side of the water from you would say. Hope you're embracing all that your new life has to offer. BTW Mr Manilow is on the repeat right now.

Just watching the repeat as I'm ironing....Barry looks ...well...like a 60 year old I guess.

It's interesting to hear the competitors singing his songs. I liked the long haired guy....gravelly kind of voice.

Leonas on next.

It's a pity that yoou never hear some of more obscure songs.

Uncle Kram · Post by **Uncle Kram** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 7:53 am

Bez;475371 wrote: Just watching the repeat as I'm ironing....Barry looks ...well...like he needs ironing.

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Isn't THAT what you meant to say Bez :yh_giggle

Post by **Betty Boop** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 8:20 am

Uncle Kram;475372 wrote: Isn't THAT what you meant to say Bez :yh_giggle

:yh_rotfl I suffered years of Barry, my mum loved him. :rolleyes:

WonderWendy3 · Post by **WonderWendy3** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 8:26 am

Marie5656;475356 wrote: OK, let us back up a bit. I am admittedly a bit slow on the uptake this week....but what is an X-Factor? I am gathering from comments here that it is on the order of the Pop Idol / American Idol singing thing. Am I right?

I'm with you Marie...never heard of it...thinking I might be missin' something!!

Marie5656 · Post by **Marie5656** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 8:36 am

WonderWendy3;475385 wrote: I'm with you Marie...never heard of it...thinking I might be missin' something!!

OK, got it..here look http://www.xfactor.tv/

Uncle Kram · Post by **Uncle Kram** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 8:44 am

You are right Marie. It's a variation on the Pop/American Idol theme and as you might expect, Simon Cowell is one of the main protagonists

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Sun Dec 03, 2006 9:17 am

Uncle Kram;475372 wrote: Isn't THAT what you meant to say Bez :yh_giggle

Very funnyn Unc....

His voice is 'shot'...guess he needs to retire.....

I liked Ben ...his Queen song was great but I guess the girl will win...liked her song too....