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From Justin Bieber To Coldplay: The Power Of The X Factor

Established acts who've appeared on the show...

 



Monday 12th December 2011 by Gigwise | Photos by WENN.com

Tags: X Factor

There was a time when performing on The X Factor was seen as a poisoned chalice for already established musicians.

But has the reality show has continued to blossom, attracting huge viewing figures, debuting your new single or album on The X Factor has become the done thing to do.

As Coldplay closed this weekend’s final at Wembley, Gigwise has taken a look at other artists who have sold out to the X Factor over recent years.

From Lady Gaga to Sir Paul McCartney this is a selection of the stars you would (and wouldn’t) expect to take a turn on The X Factor.
Can you think of any others? What do you think of The X Factor? Post your thoughts in the comment box below.

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