Olly Murs has praised The X Issue for launching so many big stars.
Olly Murs discovered fame on The X Issue
The Dance With Me Tonight hitmaker obtained his massive break when he got here second to Joe McElderry within the 2009 sequence of the present – which led to 2018 after 15 seasons – and he is now praised the legacy of the programme for being a beginning place for a string of “massive careers” over time.
He informed BBC Radio Lancashire: “I believe there is not any doubt we are able to all sit right here and say that the X Issue was big.
“It is massively profitable for creating such stars, from the One Route boys, to Harry Types, Niall has clearly completed issues, Louis, I imply, all of the boys from that band got here out and did nice stuff.
“You already know, me, James Arthur, Little Combine, Lucy Spraggan – there’s some actual, I imply, the listing goes on and on, to be trustworthy. Alexandra Burke! There have been limitless individuals who have come. Stacey Solomon, after all, although she’s not doing music, she’s doing so properly herself.
“There’s simply so many over time which have simply had such massive careers. That is the factor. That is what the present was constructed on, bringing younger individuals off the road or younger individuals a chance and an opportunity to vary their lives without end. We took it and embraced it and look the place we at the moment are.”
In the meantime, Olly will probably be taking to the stage for the closing headline slot at Hardwick Stay pageant on 17 August.
He’ll prime invoice on the Important Stage for the ultimate day of the three-day occasion at Hardwick Corridor, County Durham, following performances from the likes of Tom Walker, The Wailers, Scouting for Women and Elvana, whereas the Treehouse Enviornment will see Toploader, Jamie Lawson and D: Ream take to the stage and Boogie Wonderland may have units from Dan Shake, Horse Meat Disco, and Brandon Block.
Friday (15.08.25) evening is headlined by Scissor Sisters, whereas Saturday (16.08.25) will see the Pet Store Boys deliver their Dreamworld: Biggest Hits tour to Hardwick Stay.
Different acts performing on the family-friendly occasion embrace Sam Ryder, the Model New Heavies, The Lathums, The Okay’s, Alabama 3, and Every thing Every thing.
Away from the music, the pageant additionally provides gourmand avenue meals, themed bars, comedy, yoga, magic exhibits, dance music, a devoted household zone, and a variety of immersive actions.
Founder John Adamson mentioned: “Hardwick Pageant has all the time been about creating unforgettable experiences.
“Our tenth anniversary final 12 months will take some beating. However in 2025, we’re delivering our most enjoyable and inclusive line-up but – world-class headliners, vibrant household zones, and premium tenting choices in an iconic location. There’s actually one thing for everybody.”
Tickets, tenting passes, and VIP packages can be found at hardwickfestival.co.uk. On-the-day tickets will probably be obtainable on the on-site field workplace if not bought out (examine web site for updates).