‘The Voice’ & ‘X Factor’, Who Won The First Round? Plus Katie Couric Reveals American Idol Judges.
Filed under: Donovan, TV Shows
Author: Donovan
Date: Sep 13, 2012
It’s one of the biggest head-to-head battles people have been looking forward to this season. Would Simon Cowell’s newly-revamped X Factor lineup beat out The Voice and their red swivel chairs? The answer is ‘yes’ and ‘no’. While NBC’s talent show won in total viewers (10.6 million versus 8.5), the FOX reality show beat its rival in the coveted 18-34 demographic and won the night in the adults 18-49. Still, Simon was rightfully worried that The Voice’s third night would steal some viewers away.
The second season premiere of X Factor garnered 8.5 million viewers, down over 3.5 million from last year. Here’s the silver lining, the show grew by 6 percent in the key demos and grew in its second hour. Given that it was up against NBC’s one-two punch of The Voice and finals of America’s Got Talent, it did well. I only expect those numbers to go up tonight when the show faces no competition. Plus I think the universal love and praise, fans and critics have bestowed on last night’s premiere will bring in more viewers. Remember it’s a marathon and not a sprint. I firmly believe X Factor will win come December.
In other singing-related news. Katie Couric revealed (spoiled) some very interesting American Idol news. Curious? Keep reading to find out.
In a preview for her upcoming interview with Jennifer Lopez, set to air this Friday, Katie asks the former Idol judge on her thoughts regarding the new panel. J. Lo inquires if the announcement has been made, to which Couric responds ‘yes’. Rumor has it FOX was planning to officially announce the Season 12 judges this Friday, the same day Lopez’s interview is scheduled to air. While news of Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, Keith Urban and Randy Jackson isn’t shocking, it’s still interesting to see Katie rain on FOX’s parade.
Couric: What do you think about the new group of judges?
Lopez: Did they announce?
Couric: Yeah.
Lopez: Who is it?
Couric: Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, Keith Urban and Randy [Jackson]. Randy’s back.
Lopez: Randy is! Oh thank god. I love Randy. I’m glad he’s doing it.
Couric: What do you think of that group? That’s sort of interesting, don’t you think?
Lopez: That’s an eclectic group.
Couric: Yeah!
Lopez: Yeah it is.
Couric: I’m glad. I think it will be fun to have Keith Urban there.
Lopez: I think they all have something really different to offer so it should be interesting.
What do you think of the American Idol judges? Do you think they can save the show? Which singing competition did you watch last night, if any, The X Factor or The Voice? Sound off below.
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Ryan
September 13th, 2012 at 4:26 pm
Head to head, The Voice beat out The X Factor. Not only did they get 2 more millon viewers, TV also beat TXF in the key demo. TV got 3.3 and TXF got 2.7 at the 8 pm hour. Only after TV did they get that 3.4 rating, which I’m guessing are TV viewers catching the second half of the TXF. This is also TXF’s season premiere, and TV’s 3rd episode this week that they only added last week.
That’s quite disappointing for TXF. Not only did people expect for Britney to bring more viewers, but everyone was expecting for the premiere to hit double digits which didn’t happen.
I’m afraid if the show doesn’t pick up, Simon will throw Britney under the bus. At least she still gets paid though. After this season, cash that 18 million and run Brit! Before Simon blames it all on you.
Homegirl No5
September 13th, 2012 at 4:34 pm
When people heard Xtina was trying to compete head-to-head with Britney, they knew to tune into The Voice. Xtina has always been very desperate and trashy, so of course it was very intriguing to viewers to see what she would do this time. Did Xtina really pee on herself again last night?
Homegirl No5
September 13th, 2012 at 4:36 pm
I remember that time Xtina got drunk before she sang at the Super Bowl. And the time she had her period all over herself while singing at a funeral. Diarrhea live at The Voice finale is next, I just know it! Go Xtina! Win those ratings gurrl!
Ryan
September 13th, 2012 at 4:38 pm
Nothing happened at The Voice though. What are you referring to?
Ryan
September 13th, 2012 at 5:10 pm
The X Factor was amazing, I love the chemistry among Britney, Demi, and Simon. Honestly Reid could suddenly be absent from the panel and it would take me awhile to notice.
Hunter
September 14th, 2012 at 12:19 am
Ryan’s correct. The Voice beat TXF in rating as well.
Juan
September 14th, 2012 at 12:43 am
Now I love Nicki Minaj but her as a judge really?????? I’m sorry she can’t sing and what is the point in having a rapper as a judge for a singing competition show. She could be a better fit for xfactor but not American idol. I feel the rating for AI will only be high because of Mariah then start to drop with in the season.
Ryan
September 14th, 2012 at 9:52 am
TV and TXF tied in the 18-34 demo if you are referring to head-to-head meaning same time, you can check TVByTheNumber and The Hollywood Reporter. If you write something make sure it is correct. It won’t hurt!
MauiKane
September 14th, 2012 at 2:01 pm
Come on, this is really not about Christina vs Brittney! I could care less about 2 divas who have had their heydays and are seeking to revive their careers.
What this manufactured fuss is all about is which of the two really good tv shows is going to win the ratings wars that the two networks have chosen to wage.
Cretinous crap as far as I am concerned. Why not tune it to both? I plan to follow The Voice closely, but also keep tabs on XF to check out the talent.
Ryan
September 14th, 2012 at 11:39 pm
@Ryan
Eek! What article did you read? So I just checked THR as per your suggestion and I seriously don’t know how you could’ve missed the quote under the headline(X Factor Premiere shrinks 25 Percent Against The Voice), in big bold letters:
“The Fox series returns for its sophomore season and wins the night for the network, but it loses in the demo and total viewers going head-to-head at 8 p.m. and falls from its 2011 debut.”
And if you read further down:
“Head-to-head competition with the 8 p.m. hour of X Factor gave The Voice a victory. Though the 3.3 adults rating matches Factor’s total haul, the Fox show only pulled a 2.7 adults rating in direct competition with The Voice. (In its second hour, X Factor grew 40 percent.) In total viewers, The Voice pulled in 10.7 million.).”
The link’s below for those that want to check it out
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/ratings-x-factor-premiere–britney-spears-voice-369975
You should really take your own advice.