The X FACTOR and Pepsi are providing an additional chance to audition for the show online via YouTube. Beginning today through June 9 — for one week only — solo artists and vocal groups 12 years old and over will have the opportunity to submit an audition video exclusively on YouTube at www.youtube.com/theXfactorusa.

YouTube auditions make it easier and more convenient than ever to audition for THE X FACTOR, giving those who weren’t able to get to the open audition calls or to the audition booths a chance to become a global superstar or breakout music group and win a $5 million recording contract with Syco/Sony Music.

Entrants should demonstrate their singing ability by performing a song a cappella. Videos are limited to two (2) minutes in length, including a 30-second introduction that explains who they are and why they have THE X FACTOR. Audition videos, which will be judged in a similar fashion to the live audition cities, will remain private and be viewable only by THE X FACTOR team. Auditioners selected to move forward in the competition will be offered the opportunity to continue their audition in front of the judges.

Visit www.youtube.com/theXfactorusa for more information and complete rules and regulations, as well as the full terms and conditions of the video submission process.

Pepsi encourages you to get involved with the live auditions and generate conversation leading up to the premiere with their embedded social media features, including links to the Pepsi Foursquare page highlighting the upcoming live audition venues; the Pepsi YouTube page showcasing video from THE X FACTOR audition crowds; the Pepsi Twitter account (@Pepsi) where you can track news with the hashtag #PepsiXFactor; and the Pepsi Facebook page where you can look for exclusive THE X FACTOR content and features.

So…no excuses!  Audition today!

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Get your Simon fix while you can.  Season 9 of American will be one of your last chances to see the brutally honest Britt as a judge on American Idol.  That’s because Brittan’s own X-Factor is coming to the states in fall of 2011.

Sure it’s a bit to wait, but the it will be worth it when you consider the differences between the two reality show styled talent contests.

Rumor has it Paula Abdul might be back for this one, but either way the show format that has launched European stars like Leona Lewis is sure to make a dent in the Idol audience and the talent pool.

So if you thought you couldn’t get a shot at your dream because of your age or because you’re not a solo act, now’s the time to ramp up your training and get out there and perform as much as humanly possible.  This is your last chance workout!  Oh wait, that’s another reality show.

Ready to take your voice to the next level? Check out online training at The Voice Club Academy