Lee Ryan hopes for solo success in US

Lee Ryan has decided to leave the UK in search of success in America.

The former Blue singer, who was dropped by the SonyBMG label after his album failed to set the charts alight, has decided that his musical efforts may be better appreciated in the States.

"I've had enough of it here," Lee told The Mirror. "I've got a far bigger chance of success there. If it doesn't work out, I might just become a professional carol singer. I'll be good at that."