Was Taylor Hicks and American Idol mistake?
Past winners and almost winners have seen their careers take off with number one hits, awards, and even an Oscar, but is Taylor Hicks the exception? Last season’s winner is being forgotten by mainstream America and his “Soul Patrol” fan base doesn’t seem to care either.
His self-titled, post-”Idol” album, released in December, debuted at No. 2 on the charts. While it has sold a respectable 640,000 copies, it has slid significantly to a dismal rank: 136 this week. Discs by previous winners Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia and Ruben Studdard performed a lot better in the weeks after they were issued. And finalist Chris Daughtry is near the top of the charts with the self-titled debut of his band Daughtry — they have sold over 1 million records.
Simon warned us last year that Hicks was not quite what you would call a young good looking guy that people would want to go and see. he just might be right because their is no sexy video, no hot photshoot, and no packed stadiums watching him sing. Hicks might have been the guy America wanted to feel good about, but he might be the first winner to not live up to the Idol expectations. Was he your choice?
Mistake or slow to catch on?
Filed under: American Idol, Celebrity Gossip, Taylor Hicks, Television
are you kidding me? The SP doesn’t care? I suggest you check out the fan boards. If you have ever seen this man in person you would know that he is way beyond handsome. The general publics taste in music being what it is, he may never be a million seller but he will always be doing well . Music has been my life and he is a extremely talented man.
The only mistake I know of, is that Taylor Hicks didn’t make a video. I think it would have made all the difference in the world regarding his popularity. I’ll never understand it. He is a great performer and musician, but someone misguided him. I think it’s shameful the way AI has dismissed him.
We the soulpatrol do not know what happen with AI and Taylor but we do know that this is one of the most talented they have ever had on AI. If you ever seen him live in concert you would know what we are talking about. The cd sales would have been more if you could find them. You can’t sale what is not out there.
There CAN never be another Taylor Hicks. The Soul Patrol is still in force, still loving him. Selling CDs is slightly overrated these days. The same ones over and over dominate the charts, if the label pays, the person gets played. That’s it in a nutshell; Taylor did really well selling around 700,000 US & total Worldwide sales of approx 840,000. This is very good - would love to stay and write more but I’m really tired after traveling to see Taylor receive his Alabama Music Award (tons of Soul Patrol there)!
Since you wrote this article a lot of things have been brought to our attention that shows that Taylor has NOT been forgotten by the American Public or The Soul Patrol. He is well, thriving and working very, very hard. Taylor has suffered greatly from the disgusting treatment and non promotion AI refused to give him.
The only reason Chris Daughtry has suceeded is through massive pimping, fraudulent cd sales numbers, Radio Payola ( money or gift incentives to hundreds of Radio Stations ) ensuring he has been shoved down every ones throats 24/7. During Season 5 The Powers behind AI wanted Daughtry to win. Sadly they cannot fix the voting and they were horrified when their fave got voted off in 4th place. They couldn’t stop Taylor Hicks from winning so they did the only thing they could do to punish him for usurping Daughtry, they didn’t give him any promotion at all. No single released until 7 months after cd came out. DJ’s were banned from playing him on the radio. They made no DVD’s and they constantly slammed or disrespected him in public. Stores were not bribed to display his cd and not encouraged to re-stock even though people were asking for his cd. The Powers That Be can break you if they so wish and for reasons best known to themselves that’s what they have been trying to do to Taylor. However he is a wonderful and kind Southern Gentleman who has never spoken about this in public.
You keep rockin’ em Tay !!!
Believe me when I tell you the SOUL PATROL is alive and well and still loving Taylor Hicks. As far as Taylor’s looks, ummmm I just don’t have the words because he is so handsome. What I can tell you , while attending the ALABAMA HALL OF FAME music awards last weekend, as Taylor walked the Red Carpet, I heard a MAN say, ” OMG, he really does look like Elvis!” That should give you a good idea about Taylor’s looks. Taylor was there to receive AMHOF Music Award and entertain at the star studded , black tie event.
Taylor Hicks blew me away on American Idol Season 5, but, Taylor Hicks stole my heart and soul when I saw him live in concert. He is so much better looking now and in person…that no one would understand without this experience. His soulful voice brings one to tears. His whole being is into the music…and it shows. He will continue to gain popularity even though he is honored and cherished by millions. The millions of people that understand why Chris Daughtry did not win. I saw Daughtry at an AI concert and could not believe my eyes and ears…he is a shrimp, ugly, frowns, is rude, screams, and now that he follows or opens for other bands because he can not fill a concert hall…he stands on a small platform to make his own self image seem larger…NO HOPE FOR THAT! Can you imagine, standing on a soap box? Taylor outshined, outsang, outclassed any idol to date. He will be a legend.
A notation…Thank Brian…could not have said it better myself. SOUL PATROL!
Why is Simon Cowell still slamming Taylor Hicks two years after he won? It’s too weird.
I voted for Taylor, I bought his CDs & I’ve had the intense experience seeing him live twice. The man is an amazing performer, an intense singer.
Chris’ Cd did good,but I can’t watch a complete single performance of his.
Why does Simon Cowell keep bashing Taylor Hicks? Anyone else think this is odd?