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Big End |
copper bottom proof? Nah, ain't got it.
However, consider the cost of a two month
campaign of PR, advertising and radio plugging
against, say, |
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Al |
He was indeed on Rock School with Gene Simmons - a kind of reality show, but not like Pop Idol or Big Brother. Gene Simmons recognised his talent, then writers/producers Ray Hedges and Nigel Butler decided to work with Chris on a few songs. It was only after they had recorded the songs and toured round various record companies that they were signed by RCA. So, it wasn't quite the quick, easy, X-Factor style package. There was a bit of actual work involved, and it has taken around a year to get the track released, with a few live performances to keep interest going along the way.
I don't think that he's been hyped any more than most other artist.
The transcript of an BBC Radio Suffolk interview with Lil' Chris is here.
www.bbc.co.uk/suffolk/content/articles/2...feb_06_feature.shtml
You can also listen to the radio clip. |
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Glasgow Promoter |
not sure the lil chris thing proves what you're talking about JK, reality shows are a tried and tested way to go for a quick win for the majors (although obviously you have to question the longetivity of a kid who can't sing!)
still, nothing would surprise me when it comes to the big boys, desperate times and all that.... |
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DJones |
is easier and cheaper compared to buying in "real" shops.
I've read in Simon Napier-Bell's book (Black Vinyl White Power) that when John(?) Kennedy became president of the britisch IFPI (1996), he acted successfully against the chart-hypers.
Is this true? And how long did it last? |
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JK2006 |
Yes and wasn't he in one of those reality TV shows?
And signed to a "big" deal by a new major label MD determined to make a splash?
Further proof of my post above?
Are they still hyping the chart?
Opinions - and PROOF - please! |
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