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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

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

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

I think everyone is looking better than Elvis these days.

His last note was a real bummer.

At least it shows it's live

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"!

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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*

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

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.

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.

My Aunt thought he was Rod Stewart :wah:

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 ???

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.

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?

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.

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

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:

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!!

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/

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

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....