Label Defends Taylor Swift as 'Voice of a Generation'

Label Defends Taylor Swift as 'Voice of a Generation'

I can't believe this guy is trying to defend Taylor Swift's atrocious performance. He cites that live performances will have technical difficulties. But she was terrible in last year's performance as well. Is it a coincidence that on two of the biggest nights they will have "technical difficulties"? It seems the only technical difficulty is her inability to carry a tune. Maybe she should stick to songwriting and let those Grammys go to people who deserve them.

Also, "voice of the generation"? If auto-tune is the voice of this generation, I want out. Call me old-fashioned, but I like people who can actually sing on their own.

I know this sounds harsh but I'm sick of how the music industry fails to provide us with good new music. They only sign people based on how their MARKETABILITY rather than actual musical TALENT. Music should not be about money and sponsors and how many records you can sell with a pretty face.

It's a Brand New Year

And so begins another year... albeit a little quieter than my celebrations in the past. So far, 2010 is proving to be calmer, and yet not. Last night, I ended my year full of the dilemmas that had plagued 2009. None of them have found its resolution. On the contrary, they've been solved only through the enduring nature of love and determination.

It was fitting that my friend and I opened the champagne bottle before the New Year. We celebrated the end of 2009 and its hardships. But the coming year brings unknown trials of its own. Therefore, I've decided that my resolution is to put the past behind me, so that I may be ready to face what lies ahead. After all, this year will be another year of completely being a grad student, another year of distance from my boyfriend and simply another year of being Faye, which in itself brings difficulties. lol

Maybe I'll learn to grow up.

Please Support!

Chase is doing a thing (I know, very descriptive), where they will give money to the top voted charities. I know there are many great organizations out there who do a lot of good work in their communities. Please consider the Children's Orchestra Society as well. I was with them for 5 years, and it was a great experience for me. Just something about working hard with other children for the same goal and then being able to show our hard work to people was a great feeling. COS not only builds musical skills but interpersonal skills and is a great avenue for children to express themselves and do something fun and productive. They have unique experiences, from seeing a famous musician for a master class to performing in Carnegie Hall. These sort of things can inspire and motivate a child to strive for something more. Thanks!