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[susiej]

Joe's Biography to date : 24 02 2010

I thought I would post this for new and regular members alike.  It's a full documentation of Joe's history/journey so far.

Joe McElderry - Early Days

Joe McElderry was born in South Shields, Tyneside, England on 16th June 1991.

After attending Harlton Technology College, he joined South Tyneside College and then Newcastle College where he studied performing arts. Joe was backed by them to win the X Factor.

Many people don’t actually realise that Joe McElderry had auditioned previously for the X Factor in 2007, however felt very young in comparison to the other contestants, so much so that he decided to walk away from the competition at that time.

In his audition in Manchester Joe McElderry sang “Dance with My Father”, by the late Luther Vandross. He then travelled to Morocco with his mentor Cheryl Cole, where she and Will Young chose him as one of the final three to continue on to the live shows.

Joe chose the same song in the X Factor final as he did for his initial audition, Luther Vandross’s “Dance With My Father” .

The second song was “Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me”, which he sang alongside George Michael.

Joe chose “Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word” as his third song, and sang it note perfect.

Joe McElderry won the public vote along with Olly Murs, to reach the final two of the X Factor Finals.

Stacey Solomon gave one of her best performances, but still didn’t make the cut for the final.

Joe and Olly both performed “The Climb” by Miley Cyrus in the final show of the X Factor.

Joe McElderry eventually won the series with almost faultless vocals throughout the final shows and clinched the coveted £1 million recording contract.

Joe McElderry’s first CD ” The Climb” was released after becoming the sixth winner of the X Factor 2009.

The 18 year old performing arts student from South Shields new single “The Climb” certainly is apt, as he definately climbed his way to the to the winning position on the show.

Joe McElderry can currently be seen in the X Factor Live Tour, along with Lloyd Daniels, Jamie Archer, Olly Murs, Danyl Johnson, Lucie Jones, Stacey Solomon, and John & Edward.

In the X Factor live Tour shows the acts are performing classics, songs from the show and their charity cover of Michael Jackson’s ‘You Are Not Alone’.

X Factor 2009 : History

Manchester was where Joe first auditioned for the X Factor, singing "Dance with my Father" by the late Luther Vandross.

He performed faultlessly and secured his position to "Bootcamp".

Joe was chosen as one of the final three in Cheryl Cole's group whilst in Morocco, after she and Will Young decided he was to be included in the live shows.

The Live Shows:

Here is a list of songs sung by Joe McElderry in the live shows:

Live Show 1: "No Regrets" by Robbie Williams.
Live Show 2: "Where Do Broken Hearts Go" by Whitney Houston.
Live Show 3: "Sway" by Michael Buble
Live Show 4: "Don't Stop Believing" by Journey.
Live Show 5: "Circle Of Life" by Elton John.
Live Show 6: "Somebody To Love" by Queen.
Live Show 7: "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" by Elton John.

Final Five:

Live Show 8: "Could It Be Magic" by Take That.(1st Song)
Live Show 8: "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word" by Elton John.(2nd Song)

Semi Finals:

Live Show 9: " She's Out Of My Life" by Michael Jackson. (1st Song)
Live Show 9: "Open Arms" by Journey. (2nd Song)

X Factor Finals:

Song 1: "Dance With My Father" by Luther Vandross.
Song 2: "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" (Duet with George Michael) by Elton John.
Song 3: "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word" by Elton John.

The Final:

Song 1: "Don't Stop Believing" by Journey.

Joe McElderry and Olly Murs both performed the winner's song "The Climb" by Miley Cyrus in Sunday night's final performance.

Joe's performance was note perfect and he went on to lift the X Factor title 2009. He has since released "The Climb" as his first single.

X Factor Charity Single (2009)

Joe McElderry has also recorded a cover of Michael Jackson's classic "You Are Not Alone" with the other X Factor Finalists. Proceeds to go to Great Ormond Street Hospital.

The single is available as both a digital and physical version.

Joe McElderry "honoured" to sing on Haiti Charity Single



Joe McElderry has said how he was 'honoured' to lend vocals to the Haiti Charity Single.

He was directly contacted by Simon Cowell's team and invited to join a host of stars for what was expected to be a huge seller on download and in the shops.

Joe joined fellow X Factor stars, Leona Lewis, Alexandra Burke and JLS on the song as well as legends Rod Stewart, Bon Jovi, Mariah Carey, Michael Buble and many more.


Joe McElderry became the Sixth X Factor Winner

Simon Cowell's X Factor final was watched by more than 19 million people as Olly Murs and Joe McElderry battled for the title, proving that yet again he has created a winning formula with the top rated series.

In a sign of the show's ability to attract some of the world's top performers, Sir Paul McCartney appeared on the final show singing "Drive My Car" alongside Joe McElderry, Olly Murs and the 10 other finalists.

Simon was joined on the judges panel by Cheryl Cole, Danni Minogue and Louis Walsh, but it was Cheryl who reigned victorious for the second consecutive year, after the last of her group Joe McElderry, went on to claim victory becoming the XFactor Winner 2009.

Joe's performance was note perfect and he went on to lift the title and become the Sixth XFactor Winner 2009.  He has since released "The Climb" as his first single.

X Factor Live Tour

The hottest show of the year has already captivated millions and it is about to captivate you if you have not already attended!

Joe McElderry is presently on tour with the other finalists in the X Factor Live Tour, which started on 15th Feb 2010.  X Factor Live tickets are hot property.

A Selection of Joe McElderry Videos

Below is a selection of Joe McElderry Videos showing his performances in the X Factor Finals:

Joe McElderry Video "Dance With My Father"

The X Factor 2009 - Joe McElderry: Dance With My Father - Live Show 10 (itv.com/xfactor)

Joe McElderry & George Michael Video

The X Factor 2009 - Joe & George Michael: Don't Let The Sun - Live Show 10 (itv.com/xfactor)

Joe McElderry Video "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word"

The X Factor 2009 - Joe McElderry: Sorry Seems To Be - Live Show 10 (itv.com/xfactor)

Joe McElderry Sings Winning Song "The Climb"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEca0ZnzOKw

Pre-Ordering Joe McElderry's Debut Album

You can pre-order your copy of Joe McElderry's debut album from Amazon.co.uk, which is due for release on 25th October 2010.

Pre-order Price Guarantee: order now and if the Amazon.co.uk price decreases between the time you place your order and the release date, you'll be charged the lowest price.

Joe's Debut Album will be priced at £8.98 & Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery through Amazon.co.uk.

Order yours to be sure to be one of the first to receive the album on release.  It can also be pre-ordered from other similar outlets.


Source : Internet Research by susiej

[PrincessBeccaLovesJoe]

Thanks for posting this susiej! Really nice to read back on his amazing journey

[Hubz]

Thanks for posting Susie.  I don't need an excuse the watch the video's again, I do all the time anyways. 

[leah;]

_{Wow! Thank you so much for this susiej~~}

[Tacom]

Susie ! ! !

GREAT stuff!   me happy!

[AJ94]

thanks for posting Susie It is nice to read about his X factor journey again  It seems such a long time ago now since he was on X factor, but i can't stop watching his performances , and this has given me an excuse to watch them yet again

[joesahottie]

ow wo this must have taken a while sweetie i love it all its a amazing piece of work nice to read it all back x

[susiej]

Your're welcome!  Most sites have a biography on them.  It's intended for guests to the site mainly and for people who don't know Joe's history.  I think he has had an amazing journey so far and I will add to it as time goes by

[emsylovesjoe]

Thanks so much for posting. Lovely to read through again!

[hooly]

It was brilliant to read all that ino again, and nice to think it is alwasy there on the site, for new members to browse at etc.
Thank you very much
Hooly
x

[SophieLovesJoe.]

awww, thanks for posting:)