It looks like a killer panel. Mel B is so fun to watch, Cheryl is amazing and the other two basically made the show into its successful form. I'm gonna start watching but they need to deliver so I won't leave after the first live show like last year.

Last years top 12 were awful, I don't know how Simon let it get that bad, if they have any chance of the show doing really good this year they need a killer line up of contestants.

They got rid one year and brought him back because it was a mistake. He's essential just like Simon. I think you have to be British and watch the show from the UK to 'get' it. Like I said, there is a reason he's still there.

I think last year was much stronger than 2011/2012 but I agree that it was nowhere near good enough. 2010 and 2008 were incredible years.

I loved 2011, it was my favourite post-Simon panel and the contestants were good minus Cocozza. I agree that 2008 and 2010 stand above the rest. Last year Sharon made the overs category a total dated joke, Louis and Gary only had one decent act each.

But, that's what it has always been

In 2009, Olly Murs was in the Overs, 2008 it was Ruth Lorenzo, and even if it wasnt the strongest category they'd be somewhat entertaining.

Mel looked amazing, I don't understand why Cheryl really isn't bringing it this year as far as fashion goes but at least the hair was better today.

More Mel B pictures

So is Mel be an official judge now ?

London auditions today! Judges expected to arrive sometime after 1pm.

Last year I thought the contestants were weak and the panel didn't interest me either and that was the first time I didn't keep up with the show in as long as I can remember. Ultimately, good contestants make the show, no matter who is on the panel.

Yep

More as they come..

What the is this mess Cheryl?

Ugh they better not give Louis a **** category this year

Yes

He had the boys last year, hes definitely not getting the girls.

That's better