Diana Vickers: I’m getting old. Ok, maybe not that old. But these days, pop music doesn’t really appeal to me. I cut my teeth as a music journalist and let’s just say I’ve heard a lot of music. My opinion isn’t any more valid than other people’s but I am blessed with the soul of a poet and cursed with the eye of a critic. Forgive my loss of modesty there. Basically, what I’m saying is: I don’t usually watch reality TV talent shows and it’s been a long, long time since I heard a really, really good singer emerge from the pop music world.
But this year, something’s changed. I know this is meant to be a blog about languages and I’ll get back to writing about the challenge very soon. But can I just say that- whilst all the X Factor finalists are very talented- Diana Vickers stands out as superb. She’s something new. She makes any song she sings her own and puts unique, captivating twists on everything she sings. Her voice is amazing and, whatever happens in the coming weeks or in the final, it would be great to have this truly talented woman in the music industry.
You all have your own opinions on this, I’m sure and I respect them. But personally, I think Diana Vickers is fantastic. If you can, please show her your support on the Saturday evening live shows by voting for her.
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