The X Factor is about to start a nationwide arena tour with the “final eight” taking to the road on The X Factor Live Tour 2017. The tour finishes with two shows at the Brighton Centre on Thursday 16th and Friday 17th March – and you can win one of two pairs of tickets for the “Tour Finale” Friday night show.
The top eight acts, scheduled to appear on the tour, are: Four of Diamonds, Sam Lavery, Ryan Lawrie, Honey G, Emily Middlemass, 5 After Midnight, Saara Aalto, and Matt Terry (pictured) with all of the contestants performing classic hits and viewers’ favourites from the TV series this year.
Attended by more than three million people so far, The X Factor Live Tour has been one of the most successful annual arena tours in the UK for the last 12 years. Here’s how you can win a pair of tickets to see your television favourites live….
Below are eight questions and answers from an interview with all of the acts who will appear in the show and, at the bottom is one extra question from me. Simply e-mail me your name and your answer to that question to be in with a chance of winning.
Four of Diamonds
What was the best piece of advice given to you whilst doing the show?
The best piece of advice that we were given on the show was actually from Simon Cowell himself, he sat us down after week three and said “Girls, this is such a big opportunity for you, you have the talent, so make sure you make bold decisions about everything you do, from the way you dress to the song you sing”.
Sam Lavery
What can fans expect to see from you on the tour?
I am so excited to perform my songs on tour and I’m going to have fun with it and enjoy every second. I want to involve the audience as much as possible and just have the most incredible time with everyone! I can’t wait to see everyone who has supported me and hopefully I’ll get to say hi to them especially in the meet and greets.
Ryan Lawrie
What have you been up to since you left the show?
Since the show finished for me I have been in the studio a lot writing as that is what I am focused on at the moment.
Honey G
What was it like performing on The X Factor?
Completely life changing and amazing. I loved every minute of it and now feel like I was born to perform as a Rapper.
Emily Middlemass
What will you be doing once the tour has finished?
I am hoping to be releasing a single after tour. I want my single to be something that people can connect with. And then an album following with lots of different types of songs with lots of personal experiences in them, just to let the people who support me get to know me better.
5 After Midnight
Did you enjoy appearing live on The X Factor?
Kieran – It was incredible! Such a big learning curve for me and I’m so thankful to have had the opportunity to do it!
Nathan – Unlike anything I’ve ever done before, it was intense work but immensely fun!
Jordan – It was a crazy but amazing experience – it made me especially happy knowing that I was
making my family proud
Saara Alto
What have you been up to since the show finished?
I’ve been super busy and haven’t had a day off! I went to Finland for Christmas and had so many concerts, interviews and meetings there. The whole of Finland watched the X Factor and everybody wanted to see me after the show which was amazing. I’ve now moved to London and I’m in the studio writing songs and also performing all over the country.
Matt Terry
How did you find your experience appearing on The X Factor?
My experience on this show, has been the best of my entire life. It’s something I have always wanted to do ever since I can remember but I never felt ready for it until now. I’m so glad I was brave enough to go ahead and audition.. my entire world has changed!!
QUESTION: Name the three members of 5 After Midnight.
Answers should be e-mailed to TSNArts@aol.com no later than midnight on Saturday 25 Feb 2017.
T&C’s: Tickets are valid to see X Factor at The Brighton Centre on Friday 17th March 2017 only. 1 pair of tickets per winner only. At least 1 adult must be present. No purchase necessary. Tickets are non exchangeable. Closing date for entries is Saturday 25 February, entries received after this date will not be counted. Winners will be required to collect their tickets from box office on the night of the show. Any travel and accommodation will not be included in the prize.
For those not lucky enough to win, tickets (from £20 plus booking fee) are available from the Brighton Centre box office, and the official hotlines: www.gigsandtours.com – 0844 811 0051 and www.ticketmaster.co.uk – 0844 826 2826