N-Dubz producer-turned-solo-artist Fazer is lined up to front a BBC talent show that could rival The X Factor.

Fazer previously took part in Urban Classics – an event where popular urban artists shared the stage with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, in a mash-up of musical cultures. In a similar vein, he’s been asked to host the new series on the Beeb – called Fazer’s Urban Orchestra.

The programme, due to start filming next year, will unite UK youths that have ...