“I don’t see shat any of the works cited in this post share in common with American Idol. That program displays moderate vocal talents singing popular songs written by other (sometimes) talented people. All of these works were created by an individual, perhaps with some assistance. But the main point of your comment seems to be that artists should only look inward, inhabiting their own vacuum, and hate all else. Since when do artists not love artists? Every artist has been influenced by another artist whether they want to admit it or not, and I would guess that most artists have admired or at least respected the work of another. I would like to see your sources on the percentage of spouses who purport to love each other, and would loved to know how these three claims actually have something to do with each other. After this, you try encouraging Natalie. Unfortunately, you make a terrible coach. You say that Natalie’s work is ‘probably’ better than the works she cites here. After being compared to a game show contestant and a prostitute, why would she or anyone want to continue creating? There are challengers and there are assholes…”

“Adam, thanks for joining me here with Max, the game show contestants and prostitutes. Did you like any of the artists presented? As I've written here before, mainstream or esoteric, it's really meant to be about relevance and interesting art. And entertainment. And Adam, I think we can both agree that Max is entertaining?”

“Above should read "I don't see What...." but I can't seem to be able to edit it”

“Hi Max, the point of my blog post "10 to Watch" is to showcase artists whose work I think is great and who show a lot of potential to do interesting, innovative stuff. I'm flattered by your interest in my own work, and plan to post some of it up here soon, as well.”