[Locke.]

Boyband JLS have signed a recording contract with Epic.

The X Factor runners up secured the deal with the label today.

The group, made up of Aston, JB, Marvin and Ortise, had previously expressed concern about contractual obligations after taking part in the ITV1 competition.

"JLS are the best boy band to emerge from a TV talent show," Epic managing director Nick Raphael said.

"The band already have an incredible fan base, and I look forward to launching their recording career."

Other artists signed to the label include Lemar, Shakira and Scouting For Girls.

http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/music/a1...cord-deal.html

[Locke.]

X Factor finalists JLS have been confirmed as special guests for Lemar's forthcoming tour.

The boyband, who recently secured a record deal with Epic, will support the singer from March 27, after finishing their stint on the X Factor live tour.

"We've loved his music for years so it will be brilliant to get to tour the UK with him, and we're really looking forward to seeing all of our fans at the live shows," said band member Aston Merrygold.

Writing on his official website, Lemar said: "I was really impressed with JLS's performances on The X Factor, and I’m thrilled that they’ve agreed to join me on my tour."

JLS will join Lemar on the following dates:


March 27 - Birmingham, NIA
March 28 - Brighton, Brighton Centre
March 29 - Oxford, New Theatre
March 31 - Plymouth, Plymouth Pavilions
April 1 - Swindon, Oasis
April 4 - Cardiff, Cardiff Arena
April 5 - Portsmouth, Guildhall
April 6 - Cambridge, Corn Exchange
April 8 - Southend, Cliffs Pavilion
April 9 - London, Royal Albert Hall
April 10 - Nottingham, Royal Centre
April 12 - Newcastle, City Hall
April 13 - Sheffield, City Hall
April 14 - Harrogate, International Centre
April 16 - Glasgow, Clyde Auditorium
April 17 - Manchester, Apollo

[Wildcat!]

Way to go!!

[30stone]

[SammyAyee]

eoghan also got signed.

[Billy]

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[Matt08]

Originally posted by Billy
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Wasn't she signed with Sony BMG or Syco?

[bronaaaa]

[KKBL]

I guess this means JLS will be releasing in the US.looks like their going to be bigger then Alex!

[Matt08]

Originally posted by KKBL
I guess this means JLS will be releasing in the US.looks like their going to be bigger then Alex!

Think they've signed to the sister company, Sony Music Entertainment as well which I guess is based in the UK.