Lloyd Daniels' Danyl Defence

Lloyd Daniels insists his fellow 'X Factor' finalist Danyl Johnson isn't cocky.

The Welsh teenager - who was voted off the ITV show on Sunday (29.11.09) - said the 27-year-old teacher doesn't deserve his arrogant reputation and wants him to be judged on his "amazing" singing talent.

He said: "They say he's cocky but it's not true - he's a really nice guy. I think he's got an amazing voice. He gives one hell of a good performance as well."

Although he is a huge fan of Danyl, he would like single mum Stacey Solomon to win the reality show, saying: "I love her voice. I can't wait to buy her album."

Lloyd, 16, is also facing problems cashing in on his 'X Factor' fame as he's too young.

The blonde heartthrob can't follow in the footsteps of other contestants by making lucrative nightclub performances, as he isn't allowed to sing at some venues because he's under 18.

He said: "I can do shows in some places - but I just have to go on stage then leave the venue again. I can't wait to get out there and start singing live."

Meanwhile, Cheryl Cole was left furious after her fellow judge Simon Cowell claimed her band Girls Aloud weren't good enough to appear on the show.

When the music mogul was asked why the best-selling girl group hadn't been asked to appear on this series and have the contestants sing their songs, he replied: "We always try to give the public good songs so we select a group who have had a lot of hits. So maybe in three or four years... I guarantee there will be a Girls Aloud night."

His comments infuriated Cheryl and he soon backtracked by saying the group would have a night dedicated to them next year.