The Cowell Factor show

The Cowell Factor

Summary: From best selling author and radio celebrity news journalist comes the all new 'Cowell Factor' with Simon's big brother, Tony Cowell. Airing exclusively each weekend on the Fame Games Global Breakthrough Chartshow, if you want to study that art of what it takes to be famous, you've come to the right place.

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 063 Cowell Factor: Cheryl Cole on American X Factor?! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Is Cheryl Cole ready to be a judge and the American X Factor? Is Paula Abdul ditching Simon? Is Idol championing the new breed of POP STAR? Coming up: Who are the artists responsible for breaking the new musical barriers?! Hear it on the Cowell Factor first: I name two more of my favourite new artists I found at Fame Games! (check out all these songs at http://www.famegamesradio.com/ and type their names in the search bar). What's happenin' in Cowell World? Listen here for the scoop: What are this week's latest wedding rumors? When will Simon have his wedding? And...where? What BIG industry name is after Simon's Idol seat this week? I tell you here! Speaking of Idol, I really like this year's Idol. I feel it's edgier, what do you think? Find out which ABC program is after Paula...can we still hope for her to sign on with American X Factor! I want to hear from YOU: Email me anytime, I'd love you hear what you think! tony@famegamesradio.com .............................................................................................................................................. (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 062 Cowell Factor: Are our heroes REALLY on Twitter? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Simon confesses all the Piers Morgan, American Idol gets down to the Top 12, and you help me solve the great Paula Abdul tweeting mystery!! Coming up: Can we really believe what our heroes tell us on Twitter, or does FAME corrupt?! DON'T MISS THIS: I name two more of my favourite new artists I found at Fame Games! (check out all these songs at http://www.famegamesradio.com/ and type their names in the search bar). Listen HERE to find out what's happenin' in Cowell World!! You, the fans, tell me about Paula Abdul and her tweeting frenzy! And find out who's after Simon's Idol seat this week! Hear more about Dannii's X Factor fate AND my latest take on the Paula Abdul wannabe's...aka Kara and Ellen! What did you think about Simon's interview with Piers Morgan? Do you think he should have done it? Do you think Dannii will be back in the X Factor panel? What do you think of Idol's top 12? I want to hear from YOU: Email me anytime, I'd love you hear what you think! tony@famegamesradio.com.............................................................................................................................................. (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 061 Cowell Factor: I miss Paula Abdul! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

I genuinely miss Paula Abdul! I also tell you why Ellen should NOT be judging Idol! And...who's in line to replace Dannii Minogue on X Factor?! Coming up: Who is responsibe for the way you deal with sudden Fame? I find out!!! ALSO: Take a listen to my Fame Games picks for the week! (check out all these songs at http://www.famegamesradio.com/ and type their names in the search bar). Listen HERE to find out what's happenin' in Cowell World!! Hear about Simon's new Idol dressing room! I tell you who I think should replace Dannii on X Factor. And...for all inspring singers, hear about NEW ways of submitting to X Factor. Was hiring Ellen a terrible decision? Is there always a price for FAME? And, who would you like to see in Dannii Minogue's seat next year? I want to hear from YOU: Email me anytime, I'd love you hear what you think! tony@famegamesradio.com..............................................................................................................................................(New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 060 Cowell Factor: Is Simon engaged or not? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

So is Simon engaged or not? I find out, well Mum does! Meanwhile, A season 9 Idol contestant is already climbing the charts. Listen HERE as I give you the scoop! Coming up: I go in search of the first band on a UK Indie label to have a U.S. number 1! I'll give you a hint...they knocked Subo off the number 1 spot. Is it a NEW rock revolution I've been talking about? ALSO: Don't forget to check out my week's favourite at Fame Games! (check out all these songs at http://www.famegamesradio.com/ and type their names in the search bar). And there's big news from Stars Go Dim! Don't miss out HERE for this week's Cowell Factor!! What HAS been going on in Cowell World? Is Simon really engaged to Idol makeup artist? Are you still watching Idol? Are the girls outsinging the guys? I give you my top pick, so listen and see if you agree!! You won't want to miss this year's guest mentors...this year even includes Lady Gaga!! Who else is up for Simon's Idol spot? I tell all! I want to hear from YOU: You can email me anytime, I'd love you hear what you think! tony@famegamesradio.com..............................................................................................................................................(New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 059 Cowell Factor: Is Ellen FOX network's "Saviour" | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Ellen makes her entrance on the Idol stage; meanwhile, Paula Abdul’s gone all mystical and is beginning to worry her fans! And do you notice how Valentines Day brings out the worst in us? Coming up: I spill my opinion about the gushy Valentines Day radio playlisting! Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, rhyming "love" with "dove"...pass on the sick-bag! ALSO: Hear my Fame Games favourites for this week! (check out all these songs at http://www.famegamesradio.com/ and type their names in the search bar). Take a few minutes and listen HERE to this week's Cowell Factor! Find out the latest events going on in Cowell World! You wrote an wanted to know what I think about Ellen! Is Ellen the savior FOX network was looking for? It's here where you can find out! I want to hear from YOU: Are we about due for a ROCK revolution? What's your latest take on Idol? You can email me anytime, tony@famegamesradio.com.............................................................................................................................................. (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 057 Cowell Factor: Lada Gaga for American X Factor = True or False | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

I go backstage at the recording of Simon’s Haiti single. Back in Hollywood sparks are already flying between Ellen and Simon. Whoopee! Coming up: I judge the Idol guest judges! Take a listen to my Fame Games picks for this week! (check out all these songs at http://www.famegamesradio.com/ and type their names in the search bar). Listen HERE to the FULL Cowell Factor and find out the latest events going on in Cowell World! This is one podcast you'll want to hear. Also...don't miss my exclusives with big name artists who took part in Simon's Haiti track! Taking part in the whole experience blew me away. The single Everybody Hurts is available for download Feb 7th and for sale Feb 8th. So now back to Idol...I want to hear from YOU: What do think of the guest judges? Would you make any of them permanent fixtures? You can email me anytime, tony@famegamesradio.com Listen HERE to the FULL Cowell Factor or go to http://www.famegamesradio.com/ ..............................................................................................................................................(New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 056 Cowell Factor: Simon works on Haiti Earthquake Relief Song | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

I read out your emails about YOUR American X Factor dream panel…but as far as Idol goes…Simon says NO to Lady Beckham but Shania brings new hope to the American Idol judging panel! Coming up: Are last years Idol finalists letting their fans down? Don't miss my Fame Games picks for this week! (check out all these songs at http://www.famegamesradio.com/ and type their names in the search bar). Listen to the FULL Cowell Factor HERE and find out the latest events going on in Cowell World! Simon’s busy taking on the Haiti Earthquake disaster relief song and is driving himself mad pulling all the top superstars together...I tell you when it hits the streets! Also...I talk about a certain new album being released by a Beatle...and it's not Paul! Randy tells what he really thinks of last years American Idol releases AND then I get down to what you all really want to talk about: your dream American X Factor panel. Keep the emails and comments coming! You can always reach me at tony@famegamesradio.com Listen HERE to the FULL Cowell Factor or go to http://www.famegamesradio.com/ .............................................................................................................................................. (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 055 Cowell Factor: Who would take Simon's place on American Idol? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

American Idol said it would think young and edgy in season 9 - so why allow a 62 year-old to audition in Atlanta? Then came those guest judges….did they work for you? I judge the judges! Speaking of judges, how many times could Vicotria Beckham say the word "Nice?" Coming up: When Simon leaves Idol - who would you want to take his place? Don't miss my Fame Games picks for this week! (check out all these songs at http://www.famegamesradio.com/ and type their names in the search bar). Listen to the FULL Cowell Factor HERE and find out the latest happening in Cowell World! What's FOX doing about Simon's potential leave? Will anyone really care about American Idol after this season? Thank goodness FOX will have American X Factor to fall back on. Why? Isn’t this what we’ve always wanted - Paula Abdul and Simon reunited - holding hands and goofing around on TV again? I genuinely don’t know for sure whether this will happen...as for the rest of the panel...you tell me…because I have a feeling he will go for 4 judges. So…if it were Simon and Paula…then I think he will choose Cheryl Cole and Louis Walsh to complete the foursome. Email this week and tell me who you think would be replace Simon on American Idol AND...what's your dream American X Factor Team tony@famegamesradio.com Listen HERE to the FULL Cowell Factor or go to http://www.famegamesradio.com/ .............................................................................................................................................. (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 054 Cowell Factor: Is Simon excited for Idol? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Simon is poised, ready to sit down next to Ellen, or Randy…or god forbid, Kara. So, is it make or break time from Idol? Speaking of Idol, Kris Allen is outselling Adam Lambert on the Billboard Top 100. Are you surprised? I’m not! Coming up: If you ever decide to do a cover version how do you make sure you make it your own? I find out. Don't miss my first Fame Games pics for 2010 (check out all these songs at http://www.famegamesradio.com/ and type their names in the search bar). Listen to the FULL Cowell Factor HERE and find out the latest happening in Cowell World! Is Simon happy to start idol? New challenge, different panel and No Paula. Will this upset the equilibrium? Now back to cover songs. I want to know from you: When it comes to covers, who does them best? And...what are the best covers of all-time? Listen now, and hear some of Simon's favourite covers...do you think any of Leona's will be on there? Enjoy the first week of Idol and then email me what you think tony@famegamesradio.com Listen HERE to the FULL Cowell Factor or go to http://www.famegamesradio.com/ .............................................................................................................................................. (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 053 Cowell Factor: Who will be the big break out artist in 2010 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

I look back at 2009 - but not in anger. And then…back to the future with my hot tips as to who I think will breakthrough in 2010! Coming up: Hear my Fame Games Top 10 songs of 2009 (check out all these songs at http://www.famegamesradio.com/ and type their names in the search bar). 2009 was definitely the year of the girls. Bat for Lashes - Florence and the Machine, Lady Gaga, Little Boots and Pixie Lott all made a huge impact. But what do you think is gonna happen for 2010! Tell me what you think! Will it be any of the X Factor finalists? Listen to this Cowell Factor HERE and find out the new artists to listen for this year! Listen HERE to the FULL Cowell Factor or go to http://www.famegamesradio.com/ New Year, new decade and although it’s been a mad year in Cowell World…the best is yet to come! Stay tuned, happy New Year and thanks for listening! You can always email me at tony@famegamesradio.com (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 052: Are you going to watch American Idol? Fans speak out! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

No scandles this week…it’s Christmas after all! Simon gears up for a new season of Idol, will you be watching? You emails are rather telling! Coming up: Why is it so hard to write a good Christmas song? ALSO, don't miss: my latest Fame Games picks…and they have a Christmas theme. Are you ready for American Idol? It’s set to begin January 12th with the auditions. Listen and find out all the guest judges! I’ve received hundreds of idol-related emails listen to my Cowell Factor HERE or go to famegamesradio.com and hear about the Anti-Idol movement! John Lennon said: I’m not gonna change the way I look or the way I feel to conform to anything. With the Christmas no. 1 slipping out of Simon's hands, will he change his ways and conform? I find out! And speaking of Christmas, why is it so hard to write a good Christmas song? What MUST good Christmas songs have? I want to know from you: If you had to choose one Christmas song as a standout, what would it be? Until after the New Year, have a Happy Holiday and be safe. You can always email me at tony@famegamesradio.com (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 051 Cowell Factor: Simon tells Fame Games if this is his last year on American Idol! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Exclusive to Fame Games, I give the inside scoop: Will this season be the last for Simon on American Idol! Coming up: Sales of albums by the best selling artists are in decline, which is good news for indies as the BIG labels go hunting for new talent! ALSO don't miss: my two picks in the Fame Games talent bank. As X Factor winner Joe battles it out with Rage Against the Machine, I bring you an up-close and personal interview from Simon, will he be signing another X Factor year in partnership with ITV? Listen to my Cowell Factor HERE or go to famegamesradio.com and find out if Simon will be back on American Idol after this season? I want to know from you: where DO all of Subo’s fans live and who is buying her album? I don’t know anyone but my mom who bought her album…and she got her copy for free. And…are big label artists yesterday’s new? Tell me what you think! For all the aspiring musicians and singers out there, there’s never been a better time for new artist to break through! Listen HERE and get inspired to move your music forward in 2010. Email me at tony@famegamesradio.com (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) **The Cowell Factor is an exclusive feature on the daily Fame Games Radio show, aired on Envision Radio Networks in association with Triton/DialGlobal Radio Networks. The Cowell Factor is hosted by Tony Cowell, best selling author, brother of Simon Cowell and head of CowellMedia. The Cowell Factor appears weekly on the Saturday Fame Games Final. For more information please visit http://www.famegamesradio.com/ The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 050 Cowell Factor: Will Simon be on next year's X Factor? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Will Simon sign up for next years X Factor? I find out. And coming up…If you can't get onto TV shows like Idol and X factor - how do new artists actually breakthrough. LISTEN HERE to this week's Cowell Factor! Coming up: I tell you the special guest judges during the Americal Idol auditions phase! ALSO, don't miss: my two picks in the Fame Games artist spotlight, AND the excitement for American Idol begins...and I can't wait to see how Simon will get on with Ellen! Or is it the other way around? Either way it's must see TV. Listen to my Cowell Factor HERE! I don't know anything about music. In my line you don't have to, said Elvis Presley... After being to this year's X Factor and seeing all the big name performances, I investigate, is TV just becoming a platform for already successful artists to promote their music? What about the artists trying to break through? LISTEN HERE for this week's COWELL FACTOR NOW! THEN, I wanna know from YOU, tell me, who do you think will breakthrough next year in the music business? Email me at tony@famegamesradio.com (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 049 Cowell Factor: Does Simon care more about money than making music? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

I get to play cupid - as Maggie (Fame Games contest winner) meets Simon - in his dressing room. And Susan Boyle tops the world’s album charts! LISTEN HERE to this week's Cowell! Coming up: Does Simon care more about making money than making music? I find out. ALSO, don't miss: my two picks in the Fame Games artist spotlight, AND Simon's plans for a GLOBAL X Factor...and I tell you which city he wants to host it! Don't miss the story of Fame Games contest winner Maggie Paz and her 5000 mile journey to meet my brother Simon at last week's X Factor. AND...I explore something that George Michael said: The music business is built on ego, vanity, and self-satisfaction, and it's total crap to pretend it's not. LISTEN HERE for this week's COWELL FACTOR NOW! THEN, I wanna know from YOU, tell me, has Simon helped the music business or is he quietly killing it? Email me at tony@famegamesradio.com (New to blogger.com, to listen to this Cowell Factor and previous Cowell Factor's, on the right side of this page is a player listing all the shows, simply click on the play button to listen to the most recent Cowell Factor!) The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

 048 Cowell Factor: Louis tells me about Jeward's future! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Is Paula Abdul the New Oprah? I hope not. Back in London…I get the scoop from X Factor judge Louis Walsh - about what the future holds for Jedward. What future?! And coming up…who are the most influential artists of the century. But first, it’s time to check in down at the Fame Games talent bank. I’m a sucker for a good lyrical story - and I found one this week in Nashville, TN, folk singer Laurie McClain. Your song He smiled Like an Angel has it all. Vocally it’s compelling - and you definitely know how to deliver a song Laurie. Mmmm…I seem to have gone all mellow this week because I also really like Aussie band The Sparkling Arrest. Your song Skyman is really good. It reminds me of the Waterboys - May I suggest something? - Strip it back and do a 3 minute version - you may then have a hit on your hands. So what’s been going on in Cowell World? Ohhhh - quite a lot - I can tell you! As Jedwood finally get booted off the X Factor - their mentor Louis Walsh told me they could now make millions - and does Simon wears too much make up? Listen to my podcast now to hear me talk with Louis! Now back to the US - and you’re still going on about everything Idol AND X Factor. Donna emailed me and said, Tony, I can't figure out whether or not you actually like Cheryl Cole. Because I think your brother is madly in love with her. Body language says a lot and I don't think he'll sit that close to Ellen on Idol next season. Donna - actually, I do like Cheryl…and I can assure you Simon does too. But look we’re not fighting over her - Simon’s not in love with anyone - except himself. But yes, he’s very comfortable with Cheryl - and they definitely work well together. As for Ellen and Simon? Mmm…watch out for musical chairs. And Paula says that she wants to do a talk show. She said, “It would be fun to jam with the band and have amazing guests and introduce different formats on the show.” Mmmmmm - don’t believe it ----is this just another red herring Paula??? So here’s the thing…this week - The British music magazine ‘Q’ launched their Who’s Who of Pop and Rock Royalty of the Century. Bit early in the century but anyway …there’s 34 of them to be exact. And just to be clear, the magazine claims that all 34 artists are there because they are influential, (mmmmm) - and have significantly shaped our musical tastes since the year 2000. OK let’s take a look. The magazine sites Amy Winehouse, Coldplay (yuk!) Paul McCartney, U2, Lily Allen, Kings of Leon, Noel Gallagher - Muse, Snow Patrol, and Mark Ronson, Mmmm, no X Factor winners then. I don’t mean to be rude but…it seems to me that with the inclusion of McCartney and U2, the magazine has gone for influential rather than musical achievement. What has McCartney done recently? Also, the best U2 material was like…20 years ago? And if the truth be told - none of these artists are real independents. And why no Blur, or Kasabien? Or even Lady Gaga? You know what Q? – You’re boring me! I wanna know from YOU - which artists do you think have really made an impact over the past ten years- and make sure there’s some indie’s in there. Email me at tony@famegamesradio.com I’m Tony cowell - and you’ve just heard the Cowell Factor The Cowell Factor If you've only got ONE shot at FAME you might as well get it right!!So what's it take to get on The Global Breakthrough Chart? www.famegamesradio.com

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