[Harp-L] Re: Taylor Hicks & American Idol in General

[BassHarp <bassharp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Speaking from a personal standpoint with a recent personal meeting with 
the infamous Simon Cowell, I can only wish Taylor the very best, and 
congratulate him on his making it even 1/10 of his way to the finals! It 
is true that the whole concept of AI is self-promotion of those on the 
panel, with Simon the centerpiece of self adoration.

Now the new project, America's Got Talent, from the same self-centered 
Simon, though he is now behind the scenes as executive producer, is 
hitting the market on June 21 with a 2-hour opening show on NBC this 
time around, is hosted by Regis Philbin. (However, Regis is merely a 
figure-head, with no input into the outcome, on any level.) Be assured 
this program, still in its beginning stages, is a mockery of the talent 
that is being showcased. AGT, proclaimed as being open to all types of 
talent, with no age limitations, turns out to once again feature 
primarily vocalists, though not specified in its program description.

More on this later - but be forewarned.

Danny

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