Watch: X-Factor USA: Auditions (Episode 1)

The X-Factor USA is here!

Fox’s much hyped British import has finally kicked off on American soil and looks set to be the biggest show of its kind.

Featuring judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, LA Reid and Nicole Scherzinger, the show favours American Idol with its nationwide auditions. However, there is a defining twist in that groups and solo acts over 25’s are eligible to enter.

Unsurprisingly, with this being the audition phase, the talented and talent-challenged came out in equal measure for a crack at progressing to the next stage.

Check out the best and worst (as they become available) from this, the first show, below…

Rachel Crowe – ‘Mercy’

Terrel Carter –“Ribbon in the Sky”, Alana, John Lindall – “Forget You”

Siameze Floyd (a MUST watch):

Simone Battle – ‘When I Grow Up’

Stacy Francis – Natural Woman

Marcus Canty

The Anser – ‘Rolling In the Deep’

Geo Godley (start at 3:25):

Chris Rene (start at 2:20):

Nicole Collins – “Emotions” (start at 1:00):