"This has been a wacky day". This line from Simon Cowell at the beginning of the below X Factor clip bodes well for the new series. The "first look" clip shows how Simon, Sharon Osbourne, Nicole Scherzinger and our very own Louis Walsh were treated to a bit of a rave with original song Friday Night. It's a trademark of the show to have some hilarious and often embarrassing auditions during the first few episodes and judging by this, we're in for some funny moments. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=282&v=UhiB0fyoKMc Fans of the show might remember that Nicole was gas craic during the 2012 series and it doesn't look as though she's going to tone it down anytime soon. This audition is gas altogether because the backstage crew got involved, raving and dancing, all having an absolute blast by the looks of things.

First look new X Factor. Gulp! https://t.co/DskpvUPLAK

— Simon Cowell (@SimonCowell) June 28, 2016

Earlier this week, it was revealed that Matt Edmondson, a BBC Radio One presenter, would be this year's new Xtra Factor host. Matt will work alongside Dermot O'Leary who's back to front the main affair after a year-long hiatus. Both Sharon, Louis and Nicole were all very popular judges with the public so we can only hope and pray that this year's X Factor sees a return to its former glory.