But enough of that, what's the latest on the 'JCB Song'? Well, here's some good news for you. With something of a cult following for this quirky little number from Nizlopi following much support from Radio 1 and Xfm, there is a strong possibility that it could beat Westlife to the number one spot this Sunday. Nizlopi were slightly ahead of the Irish warblers on Monday sales wise, though of course Westlife are more likely to benefit from a late week sales boost - we'll see I guess.
Commenting on Nizlopi's performance so far, HMV Singles Buyer Stewart Allan told reporters: "There's definitely been a buzz building around Nizlopi and, while it wouldn't be a complete shock if they pipped Westlife to the No.1 spot this week, I'd have to admit that it would still come as a bit of a surprise, especially after their stunning 'Record of the Year' success at the weekend."
The good performance of Nizlopi's sales mean that William Hill have now made the musical tale of driving around in your dad's JCB second favourite to be Christmas number one a week on Sunday, although the X-factor winner (whoever that might be) is still favourite for the festive top spot. For those that understand bookies odds and all that, here's how William Hill rate the chances of the ten most likely contenders for the Christmas number one.
X-Factor winner - title tba - 2/5
Nizlopi - JCB Song - 15/8
Westlife & Diana Ross - When You Tell Me That You Love Me - 11/1
Keedie with the England Cricket Team - Jerusalem - 25/1
Robbie Williams - Advertising Space - 33/1
Girls Aloud - See the Day - 33/1
Coldplay - Talk - 40/1
Eminem - When I'm Gone - 50/1
McFly - Ultraviolet / Ballad of Paul K - 50/1
Mariah Carey - Don't Forget About Us - 50/1