Idol Ideas...

As a South African, whose TV set is 99% of the time dominated by US personalitites, I'm not sure about you but I often get extremely excited when S.A features some of our local talents - right?

Wrong. My disappointment in this season's "exciting" ( more like lack there of ), S.A Idols season is extreme. While I hate to take the comparative route, we are often compelled to when someone like MNET chooses to take the copy cat route with the Idols regime.

For those who haven't had the opportunity to grab a glimpse of American Idols - I seriously suggest you do. You and the producers of S.A Idols who can definitely take a few pointers. This season's American Idols definitely set the scene to up the already high standard of musicians the show promotes. From the unique style and voice of Megan Joy to the immense voice of 16 year old Alison - American Idols truly wows us with the talent of the performers and the pizazz of how the show is produced! ( I love that word! )



There is something about the show that does exactly what these reality TV shows are supposed to - Make you want to watch more!!! What is it about S.A Idols that seems so monotonous, dull and uninteresting ( besides the shows presenter ) ?

Maybe I am being too harsh, but if our Idols really want to be taken seriously we need as the supporters of the show need to push for more. With S.A musical legends and new comers setting some great trends in the Industry - how can we be expected to support the Idols after they win? Some of them don't even look that interested - you know who I'm talking about!

I long for the day when my Sunday Night viewing will be as entertaining as American Idols now makes Wednesdays...

While Paula and Mara seriously compete for pointless and repetitive comments, American Idols beats the S.A wannabe show hands down.

Here is a classic example which should make you hum the standard of S.A Idols...