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Thread #136071   Message #3105474
Posted By: GUEST,lively
02-Mar-11 - 06:08 AM
Thread Name: BS: Lady Gaga?
Subject: RE: BS: Lady Gaga?
Her act is an example of form over function IMO. Initially I found her theatrical packaging to be very engaging, but my interest quickly died on hearing predictable formulaic pop that could have been made twenty years ago. Her presentation promises much but the musical product is seriously underwhelming and fails to deliver. Which is a pity because the music industry could do with some innovators and movers and shakers out there in the spotlight.

That said, she's not going to go away any time soon. Most definitely a successful self-promoter easily slipping into the glamorous shoes and basque of older divas such as Madonna and Kylie, who are also mainly known for sparkly spectacle and for their devoted (gay in particular - she's got that Judy Gardland factor) fan base.

Perhaps her success may set a style precedent which will encourage the music industry to take a few risks with genuinely innovative artists, but I won't be holding my breath.