'Idol' reject Hung gets record contract

[A.B.Normal]

I don't watch American Idol,but I did see his vocal technique on the news.

he singer, who became a fan favorite — but not a judges’ favorite — during open auditions for the Fox series with his spirited version of Ricky Martin’s “She Bangs,” has signed a deal with Fuse Music Network and Koch Records.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/4480880/

 

[unclehobart]

Theres a famous quote along the lines of : noone ever went broke overestimating the tastelessness of the american consumer.

 

[HomeLAN]

Gotta love America. Where else could you turn a total lack of singing ability into a lucrative record deal (not to mention payments for opening college sports events, shopping malls, etc.)?

 

[chcr]

C'mon Homie, look at the pop music industry today. Where do you see any indication that talent is even a consideration? Note that I do not consider the ability to carry five pounds of silicon on your chest or to dress like a streetwalker "talent."

 

[PT]

C'mon Homie, look at the pop music industry today. Where do you see any indication that talent is even a consideration? Note that I

Damn, RIAA must be hanging around, just cut his ass off like that....

 

[chcr]

Damn, RIAA must be hanging around, just cut his ass off like that....

Nope, just "Dazed an Confused."

 

[HomeLAN]

I don't listen to new releases much. While I might miss some talent, I consider it a better-than-even trade for eliminating even the slightest possibility of ever hearing Brittney Spears.

I have TIVO for much the same reason. Fucking Pepsi ads.

 

[chcr]

I think we're on the same page.

 

[freako104]

C'mon Homie, look at the pop music industry today. Where do you see any indication that talent is even a consideration? Note that I do not consider the ability to carry five pounds of silicon on your chest or to dress like a streetwalker "talent."

there are a few good bands that are new such as........hrm..........hmmmm. damn this is hard. maybe I should stop lying. pop sucks. it is about looks now.

 

[kuulani]

she bangs! she bangs!

 

[CydCharisse]

Let's see how long this one lasts....