'The X Factor' Champion and Runners up to become Handled by Front Line (Exclusive)

Irving Azoff's Front Line Management will manage those who win and runners up from the X Factor U.S., The Hollywood Reporter has learned. The partnership between Front Line, a division of Live Nation Entertainment, and Simon Cowell's Syco Entertainment is going to be introduced on Thursday.our editor recommends'The X Factor' Takes Are designed for 'American Idol' in First Promo'X Factor' Brutality at Auditions: 'L.A.' Reid Meaner Than Simon Cowell Audience Advised To not Boo'American Idol' Creator Sues Fox For Millions in 'X Factor' Money (Exclusive) Front Line, which Azoff founded within the 70s and Ticket Master acquired in 2008, handles a previously impressive artist roster which includes The Eagles, Miley Cyrus, Journey, New Kids on the market, Christina Aguilera and Fleetwood Mac. The firm's managers are required to operate carefully with X Factor idol judges and producers because the competition progresses. States Cowell inside a statement: "I am really pleased to work with Irving and the team. It really is essential that the participants have first class representation, and Irving brings that." Adds Azoff, chairman and Boss of Front Line Management Group, who'll have the choice to handle any X Factor runners up, solo artists and groups: "I am proud to become associated with Simon Cowell and X Factor. The Leading Line team is excited to mentor this next generation of celebrities." The X Factor premieres on Fox on September 21. The champion will get a $5 million recording contract with Syco/The new sony Music Entertainment, the biggest prize in television history. Related Subjects Simon Cowell Irving Azoff The X Factor