Is the music industry becoming diluted with more stars and less talent?
205858
the industry is homogenized.  the real talent usually goes undiscovered and unappreciated.
536641
There have always been performers who don't write their own songs the only difference now is we get to see the selection process (all be it done in a more showbiz way). The only effect it might be having is the same as any reality tv show in as much as some young people today want instant fame without any of the hard work and see these shows as their chance to go to the Ivy and live the lifestyle that really doesn't exsist. It very rarely works out for these people.\n\nI think there will always be room for real talent and it will always be recognised (whether you write your own stuff or just perform other people's songs). These programmes are just a flash in the pan in terms of how the music business operates. They're this generation's must see telly, that's all. Real talent will always survive.
277561
What do you mean by talent? If you mean naturally being the best in the world, I'd say yes, we expect too much to come without effort.\n\nI think talent is something you cultivate. If you struggle through 10 years of guitar practice and eventually become good, people will say you have talent. The vast majority of skill comes from personal desire and will. How bad do you want it? In the end, the amount of work you need to put in makes little difference. But not enough people realize this, so they give up too easily.
459048
The 90's were it mate, to much hip pop hop rubbish at the moment.\nOnly dance music has had a good few years in my eyes.\nLove the 90's man, guitar music was at it's best, lost interest in lots of the music nowadays, even indie and rock stations are crap.\nAnd in the 90's we had a proper little Ska revival, crack on 90's.
252991
They aren't going to change anything as long as they keep getting the top ratings which they are. \n\nI agree with you, that the show has ruined American Music, most artist strive for years to make it, and these American Idol contestants try out for a get famous quick show, then their crappy music is blasted on the radio over and over and they even are getting music awards, but you know what...if you look at the audience of artists out in the seats that aren't clapping you'll now know why.
655836
No you just have to deep a little deeper nowadays.  The difference is, when I was at school, I had a lot of friends and we were all into Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Breeders etc etc, so it was easy to find out about new music in the same genre.\n\nNow I am old(!) all the stuff that's 'mainstream' is dire, I agree, but listening to 'rock' radio stations, there is still some good stuff out there - it just needs 'finding' now that my friends have grown up, and out of their angst dammit!
646499
I hate to say it, but I think that you are out of luck on this one.  The music industry generally does not accept unsolicited material.  One chance you might have it to approach a local band or musician and show them your work.  Good luck
618320
pretty much. boy bands don't last very long.
326470
wouldn't have made it to hollywood...if they're really judging on talent
325693
One word... Corporations!\n\nBig-money corporations have forced talented musicians out on their bums and commanded radio stations to play their American Idol crap all day long.\n\nHave you noticed that some singers get automatic air-play before their single even gets on to the charts? The reason for this is that college radio has been torn apart by the FCC and the major corps are trying to "trick us" into thinking that everyone reeeeally likes Britney Spears.\n\nBlame Fox/Disney/Rumsfeld/AmericanIdol\n\nHope that answers your question.
561286
Well, in truth you either have to a) be very lucky or b) do sexual favours for a producer. Otherwise, you will never get there. There are millions of people with musical talent and most never get there. I am not saying to give up, but getting into music and achieving fame is one of the most difficult things to do.
236881
Actually, I know a lot of upper lower and just plain lower class white people who listen to a lot of rap, and I feel I can fairly assume that they are a reflection of a more widespread trend among their peers, thus I'd wager a lot of lower class white people listen to a lot of rap.\n\nSo, that probably blows your percentage.\n\nOh, and there was a night spot in my town where I went every Thursday for DJ House Party/Hip Hop night.  The whole damn building would shake and sway, I kid you not.  Damn, but those were some hellacious nights.  I miss 'em (bar closed and no one else filled the spot).\n\nI'm a white dude of varying income levels...
261271
Those artists were inspired by musicians who were all about the music. The blues was the last great musical form. From it came rhythm-and-blues, rock'n'roll and much of what followed in rock. You have to go back to the roots to truly get it. Bands today are often copies of copies, all the fire is gone after so any levels of remove from the real thing. Maybe someone will put together something we haven't heard before that rocks. I'm not too hopeful, but who knows?
288555
I don't listen to Rap or Hip Hop music. It's too image driven. The same goes for just about every style of music that is popular now. The music itself often takes a back seat to how the artist looks or behaves. It's a shame too because the music should be about the music. I'm sure there are very talented artist out there who the general public will never be exposed to because a music executive doesn't feel they fit the current image trends.
503208
its not just that. when a famous (or not so famous) band comes out with a new song, it is OVERPLAYED!!! and ppl get real tired of it an the artist real quick. so its hard for them to make more than 5 "good" "big" hits...
256932
The fact is, it really is true that women are not doing well. If you see in hollywood most girls are making a living out of her body and sex. They are just marketed based on how much sexy they are and how much attraction they might produce. And so when she gets a little older like 32 or something she gets kicked out. You should be able to see that there are a very few girls in the industry where they are making a living even after they are old, but still sexy. There are not a lot true talents among those girls, they are just allowing guys to use them to produce money, specially all models are doing so.
366948
They are getting paid what they are worth, as per the market. If nobody goes to see their movies, they won't make as much for future pictures or if their pay is linked in part to the box office receipts. If there is a celebrity you don't like, don't enrich them by seeing their movies. \n \n\nIn addition to thier regular careers, people are so starstruck with them, many seem to be interested in any and everything they do. This earns them even more money in terms of product placement deals etc. I don't understand the fascination with these people, but it sure is very alive.