YOU’VE joined them on their journey from the judges’ room auditions to the arena, been on the edge of your sofa during the dramatic six-chair challenge and watched them compete every week for your vote.

Now is your chance to see your favourite acts live in person as they embark on The X Factor 2017 Live Tour.

Attended by more than three million people so far, this has been one of the most successful annual arena tours in the UK for the last 12 years.

We caught up with some of the stars during rehearsals for the show which rolls into Bournemouth International Centre on Monday, March 6.

Matt Terry: How did you find your experience appearing on The X Factor?

“My experience on this show, has been the best of my entire life. It’s something I have always wanted to do ever since I can remember but I never felt ready for it until now. I’m so glad I was brave enough to go ahead and audition - my entire world has changed!”

What was the best piece of advice given to you whilst doing the show?

“I learnt how to feel and mean what I was singing about. Singing is fun and makes you feel incredible but I’ve learnt it’s so much more than that. I’ve have learnt how to tell a story through music.”

Saara Alto: What was the best piece of advice given to you whilst doing the show?

“The best advice was from Sharon Osbourne, “don’t be polite on stage”.

“I was also told from the music team, “you have to always show everything you have inside of you, don’t be only half of what you are, be what you truly are”.

Do you miss your mentor/have you been in touch with them?

I’ve been sending some text messages with Sharon and she has asked me how I’ve been doing after the show. She also sent me a beautiful “Happy New Year” e-card :D

What have you been up to since the show finished?

I’ve been super busy and haven’t had a day off! I went to Finland for Christmas and had so many concerts, interviews and meetings there. The whole of Finland watched the X Factor and everybody wanted to see me after the show which was amazing. I’ve now moved to London and I’m in the studio writing songs and also performing all over the country.

What are you looking forward to most about The X Factor Live Tour?

“I can’t wait to do big shows again and perform in front of thousands of people.

“It’s going to be so much fun to sing without the fear of leaving the show. I can just be together with the other contestants and enjoy performing.”

What can fans expect to see from you on the tour?

They are definitely going to see a lot from me! Big performances but also stripped down ballads. There will be amazing outfits and good energy.

What will you be doing once the tour has finished?

After the tour has finished I’m concentrating on my own arena concert in Finland in April. It’s already sold out with 13,000 people attending! It’s going to be so exciting and needs lots of work and planning! After this I will be back in the studio working on new songs :)

5 After Midnight: What have you been up to since the show finished?

Kieran: “I’ve been getting tour ready. I’ve been going to the gym, working on vocals, dance moves and tricks. And seeing family too.”

Nathan - Catching up with friends & family, and working on some new music!

Jordan - We’ve been signed to Syco and been performing gigs around the UK!

What are you looking forward to most about The X Factor Live Tour?

Kieran - Just going around the country seeing everyone that has supported through the show and proving why they were right to support us.

Nathan - Performing live & catching up with all the other contestants.

Jordan - Just seeing everyone, being with them again and doing what I love to do best – sing, dance and perform

What can fans expect to see from you on the tour?

Kieran - They will see what we were on the show but enhanced so fun, upbeat and smiles x2

Nathan - Well, not giving too much away…but all the venues are arenas so we’ve got a lot of space to work with. We’re gunna do something huge.

Jordan - We will be giving it our heart and soul – they can expect to see a unique group made with passion for what we do. They’ll be dancing, singing and maybe some explosions too!

What will you be doing once the tour has finished?

Kieran - Working on getting into the music industry properly and dropping our first single.

Nathan - Focus on our recently announced forthcoming album!

Jordan - Working hard with 5 After Midnight and the label, focusing on our debut single/album.

Emily Middlemass: How did you find your experience appearing on The X Factor? Do you miss Simon Cowell your mentor/have you been in touch with him?

“I actually do miss Simon. We had this bond that was special- I think it’s because we think so alike. Simon said I can give him a call any time I like, in my own time.”

What have you been up to since the show finished?

“I have been writing lots and been in the studio recording some of my music. I have been rehearsing for the tour lots, its going to be an amazing show.”

What are you looking forward to most about The X Factor Live Tour?

It has got to be performing in front of and meeting the people who voted for me and made my dreams come true. I can’t wait to see everyone personally and thank them for supporting me throughout this crazy journey.

What can fans expect to see from you on the tour?

She added: “There is going to be lots of surprises on the tour. I can’t give too many clues away but I am super excited for especially one of them!

“I will have more of a chance to connect and talk to the audience more. I love getting to know the crowd and getting them all on their feet to sing along. I love live performances, they give me goosebumps listening to the crowd!”

What will you be doing once the tour has finished?

I am hoping to be releasing a single after tour. I want my single to be something that people can connect with. And then an album following with lots of different types of songs with lots of personal experiences in them, just to let the people who support me get to know me better.

Ryan Lawrie: What can fans expect to see from you on the tour?

“Fans can expect amazing lights, crazy moves, possibly some hair flicks! Just lots of rocking out and having fun.”

Honey G: What are you looking forward to most about The X Factor Live Tour?

“I really can’t wait to get up on those stages and perform in front of thousands of people. I’m in my element when I’m up there.”