Was just wondering...given the big issue over how Clay Aiken managed to transform his look to become a pop star propelled him to stardom, what are u guys views on talent vs image? I mean like which is more important to you and which would you factor more into account when judging a pop star wannabe?

Also, i wonder whether the judges of _____ idol judge them more of their singing ability or the way they look or carry themselves. What do you all think?

Hmm, i wonder whether there are other ways of measuring the success of a singer...any ideas?

you've somehow managed to connect to the internet. please exit out of whatever browser you are running and slowly back away from the computer. never mention this again. the internet is for big kids.

culdnt have been more rude....

I'm not a people person.

If flying geo returns hopefully he'll pick up on my humor.

you haven't seen me on a bad day

but seriously... analyzing the factors behind pop music success is like analyzing the factors behind any successful product... it's all about MARKETING...

exactly.

well...im the first one to actually say WELCOME MAN!!!!

enjoy your stay. why the insult iron maiden?

How many things wrong in the origional statement, to many to count. But maybe its just a curious person that likes to analyze subjects? hopefully thats what it is. and as merc said welcome.

There is an emoticon just for posts like this at the Ultimatemetal forums. Its called :worship:
and an :OMG: would be nice as well.

::Applause::.
Well said Iron Maiden.