Okay. So, I love American Idol – but I don’t always buy the albums from all of the artists that really “make it” from the show. Kelly Clarkson is by far my favorite, and I will always buy her cd’s. To me, she’s like Christina Aguilera in the respect that she’s so vocally talented – she can morph into any genre that she wants to. And that, is staying power.
As much as I really like Carrie Underwood, I didn’t really feel motivated as if I “had” to have her cd. Same with Clay Aiken – I love him, but I don’t know about a whole cd of him. The others, such as Reuben or Fantasia – I never really cared much for anyway so I wouldn’t really think to buy their cd.
However, I did happen to get Chris Daughtry’s cd – and I am pleasantly surprised. Sure, his lead off single “It’s Over” sounds like Nickelback (or Fuel, or Creed, or Staind...it’s hard to tell everyone apart these days!) It's really a nicely mastered piece, slickly tailored for maximum commercialism - but good none the less.
I didn’t think I’d be inclined to get this, partly because I think he made a poor choice in not fronting for a band as opposed to being a solo artist. But as we all know – he can sing really well – and these songs are so fitting in today’s musical society, even hard core “manly men” who would think an American Idol solo artist would only be for “chicks” will enjoy this cd as well.
As much as I really like Carrie Underwood, I didn’t really feel motivated as if I “had” to have her cd. Same with Clay Aiken – I love him, but I don’t know about a whole cd of him. The others, such as Reuben or Fantasia – I never really cared much for anyway so I wouldn’t really think to buy their cd.
However, I did happen to get Chris Daughtry’s cd – and I am pleasantly surprised. Sure, his lead off single “It’s Over” sounds like Nickelback (or Fuel, or Creed, or Staind...it’s hard to tell everyone apart these days!) It's really a nicely mastered piece, slickly tailored for maximum commercialism - but good none the less.
I didn’t think I’d be inclined to get this, partly because I think he made a poor choice in not fronting for a band as opposed to being a solo artist. But as we all know – he can sing really well – and these songs are so fitting in today’s musical society, even hard core “manly men” who would think an American Idol solo artist would only be for “chicks” will enjoy this cd as well.
4 comments:
Rebecca,
I did read some underlying reasons why he didn't front that band as lead singer, though he thought long and hard about it, before nixing the idea. They were pretty hard rockers and Simon had expressed his concern about Daugherty eventually harming his voice permanently, if that's all he did, because he also has a wonderful voice for ballads. Even though Chris screamed some of his songs during the competition, he also found out he wasn't as popular on those weeks. He's married, with child and wanted to answer to no one but himself and set himself apart. Who can blame him? Actually, I think it was a very smart decision.
check amazon.com for all of clay's cd's!
My Dad likes Clay Aiken! I will usually watch a reality show for two season max and then i'm done with it. I can't beleive Survivor is still on!
Oh I have heard ALL about the Daughtry CD from Clew and Nelly!!! hahahahaha!
The only American Idol contestant CD I have ever bought...the country girl that I am....is Kellie Picker's. I LOVE IT!!!! :)
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