It's funny how close Rylan was to not getting into x-factor

[The Penguin]

if you haven't seen it, here's Rylans x-factor audition
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQMI1XklLts

the judges let him through but barely

[Suze]

It's a bit of a moot point really though, as he did get through, and has done really well since :) I'll bet they are glad they put him through, as he must have pushed those ratings up, and these type shows are all about the hype and ratings now over most anything else.