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The X Factor 2018: Everything you need to know about Livin' Joy singer Janice Robinson

The X Factor 2018: Everything you need to know about Livin' Joy singer Janice Robinson

The American artist leant her vocals to 1994 hit Dreamer

Janice Robinson from Livin Joy

Frances Taylor

Published: Sunday, 28 October 2018 at 7:30 pm

The voice behind one of the biggest dance anthems of the 90s is auditioning for The X Factor this year.

Singer Janice Robinson, who was one of the members of Livin' Joy, steps up to impress Simon Cowell, Robbie Williams, Ayda Field and Louis Tomlinson.

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Livin' Joy topped the charts back in 1994 with Dreamer, which is as good now as it was 20 years ago. Remind yourself of it below:

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In an interview, presenter Dermot O'Leary said that Janice's appearance was "one of those great arena moments" on the show.

"I am a fan of the room auditions because I like to see the progression from the room to the arena to judge’s houses," he said. "But you can’t deny the impact when a good audition hits home with a live audience and that's why Simon wanted to go back into the arenas."

Check out a sneak peek of her performance below, and see the full audition on Saturday 1st September's show.

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Livin' Joy were also known for 1996's Don't Stop Movin, which you might remember...

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Listen to a more recent performance from the 50-year-old American vocalist below.

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The X Factor airs Saturdays and Sundays on ITV

Janice Robinson: quick facts

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Age: 50

From: Florida

Twitter: @singsongmomma

Instagram: @janicelovesmusic

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