Comments on: The Friends of Taylor Hicks http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/ Movies, TV and Popular Culture with Rich Heldenfels Mon, 08 Sep 2008 03:50:02 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.1 By: Mobile Homes From Dream Homes In Florida http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-49986 Mobile Homes From Dream Homes In Florida Fri, 08 Feb 2008 02:00:37 +0000 http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-49986 <strong>Scary Stuff This Working From Home Lark...</strong> It takes a certain type of person to actually do that, I mean we can all dream and consider doing it, but when... Scary Stuff This Working From Home Lark…

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]]> By: linda http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-929 linda Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:19:31 +0000 http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-929 I have been to four of Taylor's concerts. He is an incredible live performer. I challenge you to go to his concert and come back and write a review. If the concert doesn't convince you nothing will!!!! I have been to four of Taylor's concerts. He is an incredible live performer. I challenge you to go to his concert and come back and write a review. If the concert doesn't convince you nothing will!!!!

]]> By: Dave http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-925 Dave Fri, 30 Mar 2007 09:00:35 +0000 http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-925 Save yourself, Rich! Pin the damn wings on Hicks and call it a day! Save yourself, Rich! Pin the damn wings on Hicks and call it a day!

]]> By: Suek http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-924 Suek Fri, 30 Mar 2007 07:30:08 +0000 http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-924 You just don't get Taylor Hicks do you? Your article made me sick to my stomach. I have read some negative reviews and articles on Taylor but none as mean spirited and with the lack of accurate information as yours. Taylor has the "it" factor and will be around for many years to come. He is in a class by himself. Once you experience him live write another article, one that may be worth reading, cause this one was a waste of my time. Taylor is more than a gifted musician, he has a heart of gold. He gives from within and touches lives, not only with his music but with his soul and his caring ways. I couldn't be more proud of Taylor Hicks, I am a fan for life! You just don't get Taylor Hicks do you? Your article made me sick to my stomach. I have read some negative reviews and articles on Taylor but none as mean spirited and with the lack of accurate information as yours. Taylor has the "it" factor and will be around for many years to come. He is in a class by himself. Once you experience him live write another article, one that may be worth reading, cause this one was a waste of my time. Taylor is more than a gifted musician, he has a heart of gold. He gives from within and touches lives, not only with his music but with his soul and his caring ways. I couldn't be more proud of Taylor Hicks, I am a fan for life!

]]> By: ruhappytoseeme http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-923 ruhappytoseeme Fri, 30 Mar 2007 04:27:20 +0000 http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-923 well I wrote a letter, was worried about saying things wrong, then forgot to send it and I see it doesnt even matter as you have now heard from many Soul Patrollers and I give you tons of credit for posting our responces and not calling Taylors management and asking his rabid fans to back off LOL But to be honest, you truely need to see him live, that is what hes about, the live performance, even american idol performances dont give you the whole atmosphere because you arent there. His cd is different then what we may have expected but in some ways it isnt. There are some original songs on there, some new ones that are more modern for the younger generation (but I know many of the younger generation that loved the older songs too) and the more I listen to it the more I like it. BUT I truely just want to see him live again because he has such a presence that just doesnt come out in a cd. Taylor doesnt need a bag of tricks, hes the real deal, and hes here to stay, just because hes not number one on the pop charts doesnt mean hes on his way out, not even close, hes a steady person, he is around for the long haul and his fans are too. Go see him live, watch him closely (as close as you can since he has so much energy hes all over the stage ;) ) listen to him, he feels the music, and one thing I agree with he lets himself go in the music but that is what it is all about! If you feel it you move to it, you groove to it, you let yourself go, let loose, try it, you may very well find out you like it! And remember this was only his first cd since idol, this was one he had to do in 6 weeks time, between many interviews, right after a grueling tour with the ai top 10. Imagine what he will do on his next cd! He will have more time and Im betting it will be even better. Hes a man who will only get better with time. Any way thank you for giving us a chance to voice our opinions also ! now go see Taylor live ;) (and maybe check out his cd`s before idol, "in your time" and "Under the radar" they are awsome too! and full of soul) well I wrote a letter, was worried about saying things wrong, then forgot to send it and I see it doesnt even matter as you have now heard from many Soul Patrollers and I give you tons of credit for posting our responces and not calling Taylors management and asking his rabid fans to back off LOL But to be honest, you truely need to see him live, that is what hes about, the live performance, even american idol performances dont give you the whole atmosphere because you arent there. His cd is different then what we may have expected but in some ways it isnt. There are some original songs on there, some new ones that are more modern for the younger generation (but I know many of the younger generation that loved the older songs too) and the more I listen to it the more I like it. BUT I truely just want to see him live again because he has such a presence that just doesnt come out in a cd. Taylor doesnt need a bag of tricks, hes the real deal, and hes here to stay, just because hes not number one on the pop charts doesnt mean hes on his way out, not even close, hes a steady person, he is around for the long haul and his fans are too. Go see him live, watch him closely (as close as you can since he has so much energy hes all over the stage ;) ) listen to him, he feels the music, and one thing I agree with he lets himself go in the music but that is what it is all about! If you feel it you move to it, you groove to it, you let yourself go, let loose, try it, you may very well find out you like it! And remember this was only his first cd since idol, this was one he had to do in 6 weeks time, between many interviews, right after a grueling tour with the ai top 10. Imagine what he will do on his next cd! He will have more time and Im betting it will be even better. Hes a man who will only get better with time. Any way thank you for giving us a chance to voice our opinions also ! now go see Taylor live ;) (and maybe check out his cd`s before idol, "in your time" and "Under the radar" they are awsome too! and full of soul)

]]> By: medolark http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-922 medolark Fri, 30 Mar 2007 02:58:35 +0000 http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-922 Premier said it the best. The Taylor you hear on the cd is NOT the Taylor you will experience at a concert. I encourage you to accept the challenge and attend a concert with an open mind and then honestly write another column. Ü Premier said it the best. The Taylor you hear on the cd is NOT the Taylor you will experience at a concert. I encourage you to accept the challenge and attend a concert with an open mind and then honestly write another column. Ü

]]> By: Gay Charles http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-921 Gay Charles Fri, 30 Mar 2007 02:06:14 +0000 http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-921 So, you think Taylor "has long since emptied his tiny trick bag?" Hmm...I think you need to empty your catheter bag. You're listening with the wrong ears. So, you think Taylor "has long since emptied his tiny trick bag?" Hmm…I think you need to empty your catheter bag. You're listening with the wrong ears.

]]> By: BLONDEBABE http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-918 BLONDEBABE Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:52:28 +0000 http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-918 I have read your article and I have read the responses to your article. It seems that you are enjoying the attention that Taylor has brought to you. The reason for my assessment of such, is that you admit that you have not witnessed Taylor Live at one of HIS own concerts. Yet, you continue to base your opinions on premise and not facts. He has an incredible stage presence that compares to Elvis. No one really"GOT" Elvis. His clothing, dancing and style of music was made fun of and mocked. Then one day...he was a legend. Taylor is headed for the same legendary status as the one often commented on as he LEFT THE BUILDING...because there are a lot of fans that "GET IT". For some, ignorance is bliss...for others, it is just what it is...ignorance. I have read your article and I have read the responses to your article. It seems that you are enjoying the attention that Taylor has brought to you. The reason for my assessment of such, is that you admit that you have not witnessed Taylor Live at one of HIS own concerts. Yet, you continue to base your opinions on premise and not facts. He has an incredible stage presence that compares to Elvis. No one really"GOT" Elvis. His clothing, dancing and style of music was made fun of and mocked. Then one day…he was a legend. Taylor is headed for the same legendary status as the one often commented on as he LEFT THE BUILDING…because there are a lot of fans that "GET IT". For some, ignorance is bliss…for others, it is just what it is…ignorance.

]]> By: premier http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-917 premier Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:03 +0000 http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-917 For all of the criticism your article has received, I find it surprising that the people complaining and telling you to attend one of his concerts failed to comprehend that your comments were strictly in regards to his album. How on earth would you attending his concert change your mind about his album? Defies reason. While I don't agree with all of your opinions, I do think you made some valid points. He did connect with many older people. Your use of the word "granny" is probably what caused the uproar. His album is a modern (pop) spin of old-school style. It also differs from his performances on Idol. The album is primarily filled with ballets. Its not really pop and its not really blues or R&B. Not what you would expect from the Soul man. The new spin on old isn't a perfect blend. And I agree that Taylor needs to connect with younger age groups. My disagreement with your views is that you assessed Taylor's talent strictly on his album. I don't feel his album is a true representation of his talent. He did not have total freedom in the making of this album. And while your opinion of his album would not change if you attended one of his concerts, I think you would recognize that Taylor is really a very talented guy and that his album does not reflect the depths of his true talents. All I would ask of you is to keep an open mind and give his future endeavors a listen. Don't write him off based on your opinion of his album. For all of the criticism your article has received, I find it surprising that the people complaining and telling you to attend one of his concerts failed to comprehend that your comments were strictly in regards to his album. How on earth would you attending his concert change your mind
about his album? Defies reason.

While I don't agree with all of your opinions, I do think you made
some valid points. He did connect with many older people. Your use of the word "granny" is probably what caused the uproar. His album is a modern (pop) spin of old-school style. It also differs from his performances on Idol. The album is primarily filled with ballets. Its not really pop and its not really blues or R&B. Not what you would expect from the Soul man. The new spin on old isn't a perfect blend. And I agree that Taylor needs to connect with younger age groups.

My disagreement with your views is that you assessed Taylor's talent strictly on his album. I don't feel his album is a true representation of his talent. He did not have total freedom in the making of this album. And while your opinion of his album would not change if you attended one of his concerts, I think you would recognize that Taylor is really a very talented guy and that his album does not reflect the depths of his true talents. All I would ask of you is to keep an open mind and give
his future endeavors a listen. Don't write him off based on your opinion of his album.

]]> By: sandra sexton http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-916 sandra sexton Thu, 29 Mar 2007 23:39:29 +0000 http://www.ohiomm.com/blogs/heldenfiles/2007/03/29/the-friends-of-taylor-hicks/#comment-916 i have been to taylor concert and he is a amazing preformer.when he was on the idol tour he couldnot do his style of music he had to do what american idol told them what to do. now he is out on his on tour and he can be himself and he does make the audienceresponse to him when he is on stage. i read the article and the guy dont know what he is talking about . if you havent seen taylor in concert you are a fool. your opinion does matter to the soul patrol fan you are a idiot. that is my opinion. whatever criticssay about taylor it want change my opinion about him. he is one of a kind i am going to two more concerts this summer and his conference in september. taylor dont worry we are behind you all the way soul patrol. i have been to taylor concert and he is a amazing preformer.when he was on the idol tour he couldnot do his style of music he had to do what american idol told them what to do. now he is out on his on tour and he can be himself and he does make the audienceresponse to him when he is on stage. i read the article and the guy dont know what he is talking about . if you havent seen taylor in concert you are a fool. your opinion does matter to the soul patrol fan you are a idiot. that is my opinion. whatever criticssay about taylor it want change my opinion about him. he is one of a kind i am going to two more concerts this summer and his conference in september. taylor dont worry we are behind you all the way soul patrol.

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