Artists that seem to "drop off."

[ksradiogeek]

In what universe is Shania Twain still "cool"?

For those who grew up in the 90s and 2K, like myself, Shania will always be cool. 😎

I’m a male on the verge of 30, and she has always been a core artist in my life. My Mom, a Gen X’er who is now in her early 50s, spun the Come on Over CD so much when I was growing up, and I was hooked. Going to largely millenial/Gen X-oriented parties, it’s not uncommon to hear the stuff at her peak being played. (Even at my wedding, there will likely be some Shania being played...it helps when your fiancé grew up listening to her as well. 😉)

Oh, and if you’re a lover of CanCon like I am, she’s still cool in that group as well.

But of course, I’m an exception. (And no, I haven’t seen her performance with Harry.)

 

[boombox4]

I wonder why stations even try with Katy Perry anymore? Her songs never make it very high on the charts and then fall. She's a complete has-been.

A lot of the catchy musical elements that made her music so good in the early 2010's was Dr. Luke's production and input. I don't think he's involved in her music anymore, or anyone else's for that matter.

 

[landtuna]

It's no surprise to me that virtually everyone in the "music" biz is always on the lookout to ditch the currents and find the 'next big thing'. Must be very tough on performers (notice I didn't say 'artists) to always be looking over your shoulder and waiting for your gig to be declared 'over'.

 

[Mikey Radio]

It's no surprise to me that virtually everyone in the "music" biz is always on the lookout to ditch the currents and find the 'next big thing'. Must be very tough on performers (notice I didn't say 'artists) to always be looking over your shoulder and waiting for your gig to be declared 'over'.

But if they look on the bright side, this allows them to begin the second phase of their professional lives - Making appearances on Dancing with the Stars, Big Brother and other "reality TV" shows that feature former "stars" from back in the day.

 

[TheBigA]

But if they look on the bright side, this allows them to begin the second phase of their professional lives - Making appearances on Dancing with the Stars, Big Brother and other "reality TV" shows that feature former "stars" from back in the day.

Not unlike the "former stars" who would appear on Match Game or Hollywood Squares.

 

[KeithE4]

Not unlike the "former stars" who would appear on Match Game or Hollywood Squares.

Don't forget The Love Boat and Fantasy Island.

 

[KeithE4]

It's no surprise to me that virtually everyone in the "music" biz is always on the lookout to ditch the currents and find the 'next big thing'. Must be very tough on performers (notice I didn't say 'artists) to always be looking over your shoulder and waiting for your gig to be declared 'over'.

Some can reinvent themselves, but most can't. Best example was Frank Sinatra, who evolved from being the Justin Bieber of the 1940s to the super-cool leader of the Rat Pack in the '50s and '60s, despite his voice having gone downhill. Lady Gaga is another one who had to reinvent herself, going from an outrageous Madonna-wannabe to being a very talented singer in the past few years.

 

[landtuna]

But if they look on the bright side, this allows them to begin the second phase of their professional lives - Making appearances on Dancing with the Stars, Big Brother and other "reality TV" shows that feature former "stars" from back in the day.

To me these shows are a gigantic waste of time especially since we were talking about music performers and not actors or dancers.

 

[landtuna]

Not unlike the "former stars" who would appear on Match Game or Hollywood Squares.

Hollywood Squares had much better gag writers than any other similar show. Most of these shows would put you to sleep.

 

[landtuna]

Some can reinvent themselves, but most can't. Best example was Frank Sinatra, who evolved from being the Justin Bieber of the 1940s to the super-cool leader of the Rat Pack in the '50s and '60s, despite his voice having gone downhill. Lady Gaga is another one who had to reinvent herself, going from an outrageous Madonna-wannabe to being a very talented singer in the past few years.

Sinatra re-invented himself as a middle class actor at least. Like Bieber he could never sing worth a crap. He was perhaps the first teen idol.

 

[vchimpanzee]

Sinatra re-invented himself as a middle class actor at least. Like Bieber he could never sing worth a crap. He was perhaps the first teen idol.

You and I have different opinions of his singing talent. Not Bieber. I don't think Bieber can sing.

 

[kevtronics]

You and I have different opinions of his singing talent. Not Bieber. I don't think Bieber can sing.

He could when he was 13:

 

[vchimpanzee]

He could when he was 13:

I don't see that he is any more talented there.

 

[TheBigA]

You and I have different opinions of his singing talent. Not Bieber. I don't think Bieber can sing.

Is there anyone under the age of 50 who you think can sing?

 

[vchimpanzee]

Is there anyone under the age of 50 who you think can sing?

Kacey Musgraves. I'm sure there are others.

And Lady Gaga when she does my kind of music.

 

[vchimpanzee]

Sinatra re-invented himself as a middle class actor at least. Like Bieber he could never sing worth a crap.

I'm hearing "Mack the Knife" now on KTUC. He's not very good, certainly not compared to Bobby Darin.

 

[landtuna]

He could when he was 13:

You made my point perfectly.

 

[landtuna]

I'm hearing "Mack the Knife" now on KTUC. He's not very good, certainly not compared to Bobby Darin.

I hate that song.....no matter who sings it.

 

[KeithE4]

I'm hearing "Mack the Knife" now on KTUC. He's not very good, certainly not compared to Bobby Darin.

There was Louis Armstrong's version, and then there were all the others. Satchmo's is far and away the best.

 

[vchimpanzee]

There was Louis Armstrong's version, and then there were all the others. Satchmo's is far and away the best.

I'm hearing him right now on vocals and trumpet with Ella Fitzgerald on "They Can't Take That Away from Me". A Charlotte NC station used to play a lot of their duets before they had to sell.