Yet again a British talent show churns out another incredible talent that upstages any recently discovered American talent from any American television show. This time The X-Factor showcases s a 27-year-old teacher named Danyl Johnson.
Hot on the heels of Susan Boyle, Johnson looks to be the next big thing across the globe, but can he reach the same level of celebrity as Boyle did back in June this year?
What Johnson's story lacks is the inspiring, heartbreaking and moving tale that encompassed all that was so good about Susan Boyle. Her story was one that showed millions that childhood dreams don't have to die after we're through our twenties. Her story was about the insignificance of physical beauty, and overcoming Hollywood tabloid expectations. It wasn't just her voice that got us.
Johnson is just a really great singer. But so what if his story isn't as significant as Boyle's? That's not what The X-Factor is about anyway. And if this "x-factor" means having talent, charisma and the ability to control the stage, then Danyl Johnson is definitely it.
Here's his rocking, soulful performance of The Beatles' "With a Little Help From My Friends":
X FACTOR 2009 WEEK 1 - DANYL JOHNSON
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X FACTOR 2009 WEEK 1 - DANYL JOHNSON
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Do you agree with Simon? Is it the "best first audition" you've ever seen?
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