Natasha Bedingfield and Fergie team up for a global singing contest

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J.j Anisiobi11 April 2012
The Weekender

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Pop singer, Natasha Bedingfield, is calling on women across the UK to showcase their vocal talent to the world and enter 'Avon Voices'. Wannabe stars only have until February 13 to upload their 30 second video clip at

The global online singing and song writing talent search, launched to celebrate Avon's 125th anniversary, is being supported by celebrity judges including Black Eyed Peas singing sensation, Fergie, and Australian artist, Delta Goodrem. Contestants are competing for the opportunity to record a professionally produced album that will be available to buy across the world.

Natasha Bedingfield, celebrity panelist and UK talent spotter said: "I'm honoured to be involved with Avon Voices as a judge. Given my British roots, of course I'll be keeping a particularly close eye on UK entries! I'm looking for flair and individuality - so if you have either of these, I would urge you to use this fantastic opportunity to make your voice heard, by entering Avon Voices."

The Avon Voices celebrity panel will announce the 197 first round global contenders on International Women's Day, March 8, with the successful UK singers and songwriters being treated to a glamorous video shoot in Paris.

Finalists will then be treated to professional coaching, makeovers and the opportunity to star in a video, before performing at New York's world-renowned Carnegie Hall.

Anna Segatti, Group Vice President, Avon Western Europe, Middle East and Africa, said: "In celebration of Avon's 125th anniversary in 2011, we are inviting people from around the world to come together and showcase their talents. For generations Avon has been empowering women to find their individual voices, tell their stories and share their dreams. Now we are asking women to find their singing voices.

"We are thrilled to have so many music industry legends on board to join us in the hunt for the UK's next big star. If you're an avid singer or songwriter now is really your time to shine and be in with an opportunity to win this once in a lifetime chance with Avon Voices."

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