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The good ol' days of Hollywood

Abstract:
The trend of fast-food entertainers has flooded the main stream and has inspired almost everyone to try out to be an upcoming star in the entertainment industry.

Whether it's "American Idol", "America's Next Top Model" or "The White Rapper Show", anybody can bypass the struggles to stardom to live out their "dream....

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Mr. Jesse Merino

posted 4/11/07 @ 7:25 AM EST

And that is the reason I don't watch those shows. I watched Taylor Hicks get his "American Idol Award", and I thought it was the most bogus thing that ever happened to America.

Its not about "singing" anymore, its about a popularity contest. Who could be more outrageous and still keep it going, week after week. (As the "chicken little" kid couldn't carry a tune and should of been off the show the first day).


Its the same as those "Survivor Shows". Its all put up and make up and nothing that has any fact or substance to it, so, its not believable, but, is bearable for the masses whom must be entertained.

Zombified is what the American Culture is becoming with the "Boob Tube". For six years I refused to watch television, and I have come back for the last 3 years to see what I missed. I can see it really wasn't much, and I am disappointed.

I wish you well...

Jesse Merino
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Brenda H

posted 4/11/07 @ 7:33 AM EST

How disappointing to see a story which was obviously not researched. You bemoan those who succeed without having to "work their butts off to get to where they are" and you put Taylor Hicks in that category. If you had bothered to research your subject you would have learned Taylor more than worked his butt off for 15 years on his craft and his music is real. He appeals to those who love real music, not synthesized and over-produced, and to real musicians all around, the very ones you seem to be carrying a grudge on behalf of for being real and hard-working. Music will continue to thrive as long as there are real musicians like Taylor who love it, play it and sing it. Unfortunately, the spotlight will also continue to give a moment's notice to anyone with a gimick, including writers who spout words which only reflect their ignorance. It's true talent who persevere for the long haul. And Taylor has that in spades.
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Kat

posted 4/11/07 @ 8:05 AM EST

Taylor Hicks looks old. Oh, har har har. I've never heard that one before.

Yes, Taylor Hicks can sing. Even Simon Cowell told Taylor Hicks that he can sing. There's really no reason to claim that someone has a lack of talent just because you personally don't like his style or tone. It comes off as petty and childish.

It's also amazing that your article pegs Justin Timberlake as the one who worked hard for his career. He too was a "created phenomenon," as much as I'm sure he'd like to forget his Mickey Mouse Club/NSync days, lest they damage his "cred." Taylor, on the other hand, slogged it out in bars for two years, and has already had to file lawsuits against two former managers who have already tried to steal money from him, either by claiming the rights to his original music or by claiming that they are owed a piece of his earnings under old contracts.

I agree with Brenda. Please do your homework. Or, if you want to write an "I think Taylor Hicks sucks" piece, please do so and title it accordingly.
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Kat

posted 4/11/07 @ 8:07 AM EST

Sorry, that should be "slogged it out in bars for TEN years," not two.
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Julie

posted 4/11/07 @ 9:28 AM EST

Why is it so many people think 30 is old??? And why do so many people want to get their attentions from the world by being hateful about a man, Taylor Hicks, who has a heart of gold?
I've seen Taylor Hicks live and he and his band are fantastic. If he were as bad as you make him out to be so many people wouldn't be going to multiple concerts to see him. I have tickets to a second show and wish I could attended more. His Soul Patrol fans were some of the nicest people I've ever met. They filled me in on Taylors music career of 10 years and 2 self produced CD's before idol. One Soul Patroller was kind enough to send me his "Under The Radar" CD as a gift. It's one of my favorites. As for his self titled new CD sales..I live in a small town and in the only store that sells Taylors CD they have 1 CD on the shelf and it has a busted case. I've begged them to order more but they haven't. It's hard to sell CD's when the shelves are empty.
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Karen Lynn

posted 4/11/07 @ 1:43 PM EST

WOW, we have a lot of Idol fans.
So sad that America loves to watch people get put down and crushed for some entertainment. Who wouldn't love to listen to Simon embarrass and crush someones dreams. Hopefully one day he can give us all advice. What we will do until then? Who knows. I hope American Idol goes for 30 more seasons. What will we do if they finally get common sense and shut it down. Oh NO. All the NO talent people. What will they do? I guess get a real job maybe even school. The shows that hurt people are cool. I love to watch people get crushed and fail at their dreams. Makes my day. Even better when its on live TV in front of millions of people. No turning back then.
As for the old man, He does need to retire. He cant sing. They do like to put people out there with no talent. Well then again what would we do if there was no one hit wonders. Then another cruel show would be off the air.
What is the world coming to. More EVIL the better. We cant get enough. I know I cant.
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Ray miller

posted 4/11/07 @ 11:14 PM EST

Originally posted by

Karen Lynn

 WOW, we have a lot of Idol fans.
So sad that America loves to watch people get put down and crushed for some entertainment. Who wouldn't love to listen to Simon embarrass and crush someones dreams. Hopefully one day he can give us all advice. What we will do until then? Who knows. I hope American Idol goes for 30 more seasons. What will we do if they finally get common sense and shut it down. Oh NO. All the NO talent people. What will they do? I guess get a real job maybe even school. The shows that hurt people are cool. I love to watch people get crushed and fail at their dreams. Makes my day. Even better when its on live TV in front of millions of people. No turning back then.
As for the old man, He does need to retire. He cant sing. They do like to put people out there with no talent. Well then again what would we do if there was no one hit wonders. Then another cruel show would be off the air.
What is the world coming to. More EVIL the better. We cant get enough. I know I cant.



LOL thank you its good to see someone that supports someone who is doing something with there life
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Mr. Jesse Merino

posted 4/11/07 @ 2:12 PM EST

About American Idol...

Simon Cowell had no business saying that Taylor Hicks was the "next American Idol" as he did. I think that biased the audience, and they "voted" for him, and left Katherine McPhee out in the cold. Truly, I believe that she could sing circles around Mr. Hicks, and that bad songs were suggested to her to sing.

Its why I am glad that the Dish Network Satellite system dropped fox, (which my teenage daughter almost was ready to disown me for), and I don't have to watch that anymore. Great music, but, also a great disappointment.

And I applaud those who are able, willing and want to get in front of America and make fools of themselves, and some, sing thier hearts out. But, I would rather watch O'Reilly now and Fox News.

I wish you well...

Jesse Merino
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Marnie

posted 4/11/07 @ 3:13 PM EST

Justin Timberlake's latest cd is one of the worst pieces of trash I have ever heard. It's computer generated pop cr*p. Who the h*ll is he to criticize Taylor Hicks or anyone else. I'm not an American Idol watcher, but the one or two times I've heard clips of Taylor Hicks, I found his voice quite pleasant....no computers coming to his aid.
And I've never read of him running down anyone else's talent. It seems as if Justin Timberlake and a boatload of writers could take a lesson from Mr. Hicks.

By the way, if we were to judge by looks, I could go for that Silver Fox vibe much faster than I could that not so clean looking JT look.
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Terry

posted 4/11/07 @ 3:59 PM EST

I just don't understand why some people can't see Taylor's talent. I have liked him from the time I saw his AI audition. I love his type of voice and his style of performance. I've always liked husky voiced singers. Just as I like Rod Stewart and Joe Cocker. What I really don't understand is why people feel the need to put down entertainers they don't like. What happened to "different strokes for different folks?" There's plenty of room for all types of music & voices in this world. Please, let's stop ragging on entertainers because their not "our cup of tea." There's room for everybody.
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Musie

posted 4/11/07 @ 6:19 PM EST

How old are you, 12? If you think 30 is ready for the rocking chair, you must be a "tweener."

Taylor Hicks paid his dues, performing PROFESSIONALLY for more than 10 years while honing his craft.

Have you even heard him sing live?

I love his voice, his passion for the music he sings, and his love for his audience. This is a far cry from Timberlack's screeching and childish whining.

I wonder what kind of "review" you would have given Ray Charles, Michael McDonald, et. al. when they were first recording...hmmmm

Well, since your music "appreciation" seems to be limited to one genre, as most immature people's are, I shouldn't expect any more from you that what you have written.

I will look for future articles by you when you have matured.
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Ray Miller

posted 4/11/07 @ 11:08 PM EST

Originally posted by

Musie

 How old are you, 12? If you think 30 is ready for the rocking chair, you must be a "tweener."

Taylor Hicks paid his dues, performing PROFESSIONALLY for more than 10 years while honing his craft.

Have you even heard him sing live?

I love his voice, his passion for the music he sings, and his love for his audience. This is a far cry from Timberlack's screeching and childish whining.

I wonder what kind of "review" you would have given Ray Charles, Michael McDonald, et. al. when they were first recording...hmmmm

Well, since your music "appreciation" seems to be limited to one genre, as most immature people's are, I shouldn't expect any more from you that what you have written.

I will look for future articles by you when you have matured.



Why disrespect someone that bad over someones opinion you must be 12 to respond like that its people like you that tears apart someones dreams so hopefully the next time you write someone you'll do some growing up yourself have a good day.
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Karen Lynn

posted 4/11/07 @ 11:37 PM EST

Originally posted by

Musie

 How old are you, 12? If you think 30 is ready for the rocking chair, you must be a "tweener."

Taylor Hicks paid his dues, performing PROFESSIONALLY for more than 10 years while honing his craft.

Have you even heard him sing live?

I love his voice, his passion for the music he sings, and his love for his audience. This is a far cry from Timberlack's screeching and childish whining.

I wonder what kind of "review" you would have given Ray Charles, Michael McDonald, et. al. when they were first recording...hmmmm

Well, since your music "appreciation" seems to be limited to one genre, as most immature people's are, I shouldn't expect any more from you that what you have written.

I will look for future articles by you when you have matured.




Your comment is so mature. I'm glad to see intelligent people speak their mind. WOW.
30 isn't that old. Only one foot in the grave. It least its not 40 when times almost up.
Michael McDonald? hmmm
Taylor Hicks... If he payed his dues I guess we all have. Those nights in the bar doing karaoke. What fun. I can be a star now. I paid my dues.
Have you ever seen Taylor Hicks in concert? So sad.
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Mervin Malone Jr.

posted 5/03/07 @ 10:24 AM EST

Originally posted by

Musie

 How old are you, 12? If you think 30 is ready for the rocking chair, you must be a "tweener."

Taylor Hicks paid his dues, performing PROFESSIONALLY for more than 10 years while honing his craft.

Have you even heard him sing live?

I love his voice, his passion for the music he sings, and his love for his audience. This is a far cry from Timberlack's screeching and childish whining.

I wonder what kind of "review" you would have given Ray Charles, Michael McDonald, et. al. when they were first recording...hmmmm

Well, since your music "appreciation" seems to be limited to one genre, as most immature people's are, I shouldn't expect any more from you that what you have written.

I will look for future articles by you when you have matured.


I wish people would stop comparing Taylor Hicks to Ray Charles! He is NO Ray Charles and your delusional if you think he's even REMOTELY in the same category. He's not Bob Seger, Michael McDonald or Van Morrison, either -- he's just some "fun-loving" kid with a fascination for REAL soul singers and harmonica.
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SoulSunshine

posted 4/11/07 @ 10:53 PM EST

You've already been justifiably taken to task for failing to get and write the facts about Taylor's far from easy ten-year "shortcut" to a music career. I'm in the camp of those who really like a raspy voice and non-processed style, so Taylor Hicks appeals to me on that count. I've seen him several times live now, and he's a phenomenal entertainer. The energy and charisma from the guy is incredible. I'd love for you to go to one of his shows and THEN write about him as a singer, musician and entertainer.
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Ray Miller

posted 4/11/07 @ 11:00 PM EST

I think your views were great it so sad to see so many people take that show so series to the point were you write ignorant comments about someones opinion people need to understand that life is short I'm 34 and Ive lost over 12 friends mostly murdered calm down and enjoy life.
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sowhat

posted 4/12/07 @ 10:36 AM EST

This makes me laugh. Justin Timberlake has been working professionally all his life and Taylor is an overnight star? Really? Justin was on the Mickey Mouse Club for God's sake. That's his street cred that you admire? Taylor has been supporting himself as a working musician for over 10 years. Justin Timberlake is a dork.
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