Idol Thoughts: The Legacy of Bo Bice, by Donna Reynolds

[freesue]

This was such a good article I thought I would bring it over here.

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"...I’ve been thinking a lot about Bo Bice recently. It was cool to see a clip of his amazing performance of “In a Dream” during the “Best of the Rest” show last Wednesday. Tami Gosnell’s excellent performance of “Whippin’ Post” was also a reminder of just how good Bo was during his run on the show. He made that season worth watching for me, that’s for sure...."

"...As I watched the audition shows this season, I realized just how important Bo was in changing the profile of American Idol contestants. Prior to season three, the composition of the top 12 (10 in season one) was decidedly not rock ‘n roll. The contestants were either pop or R&B or some combination of the two. They were also younger and had less performing experience. Song selections were somewhat predictable, and while entertaining, few performances offered the kind of electricity and excitement that Bo brought to the stage..."

"...Bo Bice has proven he’s the real deal, and that there is ample room for a rocker on American Idol. Chris Daughtry’s post-Idol success is evidence that the show is an exceptional showcase for this genre. It will be interesting to see how this year’s rockers do in the competition. One thing is certain; they owe Bo a debt of gratitude for opening the doors for them...."

[cajunbofan]

Thanks for sharing that Sue!!