Whatever, 19 is fine with me! I thank everyone for showing interest
Now, let's get this party started!
ROUND 1 - 'GOOD TASTE GONE BAD'
With 7 albums, 53 singles, 4 remix/compilation releases, and a rumored record on the way, it feels natural that your journey on The Taste begins with Rihanna!
One of the top artists of all time, her discography is so vast and varied in terms of sound that she is the perfect muse to work through for our first lap around the track
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IN THIS CHALLENGE, you must select the ONE song that you feel is her absolute best.
You will then provide commentary on why you believe so. Your reasonings can be of any length, from one word to a million -- you have free reign in how you let the music speak and how you speak for it.
You may choose ANY song of hers, but she must be the primary feature (I.e. Rihanna ft. Brad is okay, but not Brad ft. Rihanna). Any unreleased material is accepted. Digging deep (for the right reasons) is actually encouraged!
These are some things you should think about, as the judges certainly will:
-SONG CHOICE (is it appealing to the ears? Or just a bunch of racket?)
-SONG FIT (Is the artist known for pop anthems, but you've chosen a ballad? Why?)
-OBSCURITY (Did you take the easy way out and choose a number 1 single, or have you discovered something new? Why is one better than the other?)
-BACKING CLAIMS (This is how you're representing the artist/genre. How are you right about your choice?)
-CHARACTER (In your critiques is where you have time to shine! Give yourself personality! What are you into? Are you out of your element this round? How do you define your taste?)
In an added twist, ALSO CHOOSE HER WORST SONG, and tell why! This is so the judges can really get a feel for your overall auditorial aesthetic.
Please note that at least 4 people will be eliminated.
YOUR SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE VIA PM BY THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH AT 12AM EST, with the results unveiling SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH AT 12PM EST.
At judging, some of you will bask in the glory of your work, while some are about to get totally screwed. The upcoming twist is most certainly bittersweet; but this is The Taste, after all.
Good luck!