Never Use Country Rock As Idol Theme Again

Jessica Shaw of Entertainment Weekly gave her thoughts on Tuesday’s ‘American Idol’ competition, and wasn’t impressed with the country theme. She writes, “Note to ‘American Idol’ producers: Never, ever, ever again use ‘country rock’ as the singing theme of the week. If we wanted to hear cowboy music we would be tuning in to that other singing show with the ‘Access Hollywood’ chick. (And all you country fans, spare me the hate mail. This competition is all about finding a mainstream pop singer, not a niche musician.) What was it all about, anyway? We’re at war, so why not choose an all-American genre to look patriotic? All I know is the idea failed.” Read more.