The Life & Death of Ariel, The Holistic Vocal Coach

Amy Burdett, better known as Ariel, The Holistic Vocal Coach, gave us what is arguably X Factor's most infamous first audition when she performed an academic construction for the judges in 2008 - but in November 2019,  Ariel tragically took her own life. Her cause of death was drug toxicity and a stab wound to the neck. In order to establish why Ariel left such an impact and what her lasting legacy will be, Rory speaks to Harrison Brocklehurst, a journalist who followed Ariel's story, and Andy Strach, a friend of Ariel's who was kept entirely in the dark about her X Factor appearance.WATCH ARIEL'S AUDITION HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqx8ji7VgrQ&t=1sWATCH ARIEL'S PERFORMANCE OF 'AN ALIEN FOR CHRISTMAS' HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KocSyx5Q3RoFollow Lights, Camera, Melodrama! on Twitter and Instagram for memes, music and melodramatic content!Join the conversation with Rory on Twitter and Instagram to find out what's in store on future episodes.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this episode and need emotional support, you can call the Samaritans 24-hour helpline on 116 123, email [email protected], visit a Samaritans branch in-person or go to the Samaritans website: https://www.samaritans.org/Presented and produced by Rory BoyleTheme Music by Dominic GozoArtwork by Miss Gloria