X Factor

In early 2005 the Blenders decided that they just might have the “X Factor” and auditioned for this popular television series. With only 65 members able to take the time off work to ‘stand in line’ at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre, a group of this size offered the producers of the program the opportunity to show the public some exciting television. After their performance the Blenders received a standing ovation from all three judges, Mark Holden, Kate Cebrano and John Reid. The producers and the judges were so impressed; they invited the Blenders to be part of the live show when it went to air.

Even though the Blenders did not qualify for ‘lockdown’ they were part of the behind-the-scenes show called The Extra Factor, which aired weekly just before the main program. The Blenders, sponsored by MacDonald’s and Atlas Transport, travelled to Melbourne. For five days they wowed people in the streets of Melbourne, at Federation Square, Ronald MacDonald House and even in their hotel, before appearing on live national television, on one of the highest rating shows at the time.

The next morning they were invited to sing once again on live national television on “Good Morning Australia” with Bert Newton. So from the rooftop of the channel ten studios in Melbourne, the Blenders once again hit the heights.