Bill you are twisting my words I did not say that at all. What I am saying is that we are being bombarded with so much crap from these Karaoke type shows that it is stifling real talent and people with real talent are not getting a chance to bloom. It is not sour grapes or envy it is anger that our business is suffering. I am nearly 55 and thinking about retiring what have I got to be envious of. Sure lots of money would be nice but no big deal if I never see it. As for fame well had a taste of it once did not like it.
Yes you are correct about the quality of stuff on radio and TV being crap. That is why I feel so bad about the whole thing. I would prefer to listen to Soundclick or Ourstage or even some of the stuff on JPF. I am sure that there is a hell of a lot stuff there more deserving than AI or any of those other similar shows so why do these people not get a chance.
I do not want to fall out over this I just have a very strong opinion on MUSIC something that has been part of my life for so long. I hate to see good talent go to waste and third raters getting everything.

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