The Talent Factory

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The Talent Factory: Inside the Music Machine

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Chronicling how reality TV singing competitions changed UK music forever.

Chronicling how reality TV singing competitions changed UK music forever and featuring first-hand accounts from some of its memorable characters.

Chronicling how reality TV singing competitions changed UK music forever. Featuring first-hand accounts from some of its memorable characters. The series covers how the format grew and the well-being of those involved who achieved success... and those that didn't.

The Talent Factory: Inside the Music Machine: 7. Survival

7. Survival

BBC Radio 1 - The Talent Factory: Inside the Music Machine, 7. Survival

Tales of talent show survivors, from Jedward to Fleur East, James Arthur and Susan Boyle.

Tales of talent show survivors, from Jedward to Fleur East, Danyl Johnson, James Arthur and Susan Boyle. Plus how Fleur East beat Mark Ronson to get Uptown Funk to No.1.

It can be a risky business if you decide to go through the TV talent show machine, but the rewards can be immense. Susan Boyle, James Arthur and Matt Cardle are just a few of those who’ve survived the process, but not without a few personal and public bruises. Plus how X Factor nudged Fleur East into having a hit with Uptown Funk before Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars even had the chance.

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