Well, the masked man is at it again.After a long day of working the streets, the masked blogger sat down just long enough to write down a few words. The content of forthcoming blog is something that I know is on the hearts of all Americans during these tough times. No matter whether you are a traditionalist or not, you would have to admit we have fallen on tough times.
Please indulge us, o masked one.
The State of Country Music
Annually we are treated to the State of the Union Address. The purpose of this speech is for the President to identify the country's current issues. I believe that country music is at an all-time low. With the exception of Carrie Underwood and few others I see this industry thirsting for real talent.
With full respect to David Letterman, I submit to you a Top Ten List to convey the State of Country Music based upon its biggest names.
10. Keith Urban- could not make it in rock, so he tried country.
9. Rascal Flatts- could not make it in pop, so they tried country.
8. Tim McGraw- married someone significantly more talented to convince us that he has talent.
7. Toby Keith and others- need to stop making money under the guise of patriotism.
6. Brooks and Dunn- Dunn should go solo.
5. Trace Adkins- he should hope that his legacy is tied to the 'The Apprentice'.
4. Brad Paisley- Jumped the Shark when he checked for ticks.
3. Reba McEntire- Recorded her old hits in duet form. Thanks for keeping things fresh.
2. George Strait- Has traded quality for quantity.
1. Kenny Chesney- has successfully ripped off Jimmy Buffet's aura with less talent.
1 comment:
Dear Masked Blogger,
Though I agree for the most part with your list (and yes, the ONLY reason I like Trace Atkins is because of his stint on The Apprentice. I sure don't like him for his "padonkadonk"), I have to say that your opening statements seem to contradict themselves.
Yes, "country music is at an all time low," because of how Nashville (or whomever) is now defining "country music." So, this brings me to your contradictory statement... Though Carrie Underwood is a very talented singer (and pretty hot, according to my hubby, and let's face it, according to everyone), she epitomizes why country is at an all time low: Her music, and so many others, is not the traditional (and only good) definition of country and is partly to blame why kooks like Jessica Simpson can now "crossover" and actually set foot on the Grand Ole Opry stage.
Amy
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