X Factor returns on Saturday night for more painfully bad singing as well as some rare breathtaking performances.

This week, the show heads to Glasgow for auditions and Anastacia will be the guest judge, it will also return to Manchester where Mel B will continue here reign of terror.

Meet the contestants who could be the next big 'thing' below, including a lifeguard and an Amy Winehouse tribute act. Let us know who you think looks promising...

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    Alan Dewer

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    Alison Brunton

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    Alison Brunton

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    Alison Brunton

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    Anastacia appears on the show

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    Hester Bank

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    Jake Quickenden

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    Jake Quickenden

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    Jake Quickenden

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    Jessica Beckett

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    Joseph Whelan

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    Joseph Whelan

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    Joseph Whelan

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    Matt Defreitas

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    Melanie Masson

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    Melanie Masson

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    Melanie Masson

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    Nicola Marie

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    Nicola Marie

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    Nicola Marie

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    Taylor Breslin

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    Tulisa