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Sir Elton John claims 'X Factor is the worst thing that can happen to you in the music industry' as he encourages new artists to 'go and play in a pub' to get a 'backbone'

Instead, the legendary musician suggests new artists 'go and play in a pub' to 'take risks' and get a 'backbone'. In a new interview, he stressed how important playing live is for musicians.

Elton John has claimed that gaining fame from shows like X-Factor is 'the worst thing that can happen to you in the music industry' (pictured at Glastonbury) However, despite his distaste for musical talent shows, Elton appered on The X Factor back in 2013 to perform a duet with judge Gary Barlow. In breathtakingly awkward scenes from his documentary, the pop legend is seen slamming his headphones down and tearing up a piece of sheet music as he tells aghast onlookers: 'I'm going home' as he brands the session a 'f***ing nightmare.'

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