13thfloor7
(PHILIPPINES) - Age: 16 (F). Registered: 15-Mar-08
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Criteria: "I just listen to how it all goes together. Fast drums work well too.".
What makes a hit: "A really catchy tune.".
Favourite Genre: Indie, Alternative, Punk, Blues.
Favorite artists: Rona Sentinar, Arctic Monkeys, Relient K, Decemberists, Cold War Kids, Ramones, Tokyo Police Club, Plain White T´s, Young Knives, Strokes, Vines, Razorlight, Jet, etc..
Hero: Jesus.
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agata_cateau
(BELGIUM) - Age: 19 (F). Registered: 16-Jun-08
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Criteria: "alles".
What makes a hit: "vanalles".
Favourite Genre: vanalles.
Favorite artists: veel.
Hero: jij.
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Aimexx
(UK) - Age: 21 (F). Registered: 14-Feb-08
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Criteria: "nothing in perticular".
What makes a hit: "it being catchy, easy listening or something witha meaning people can relate to.".
Favourite Genre: I like a variety of different music styles. though mostly pop, rock and indie music!.
Favorite artists: razorlight, good charlotte, lost prophets, fall out boy, paramore, 30 seconds to mars, westlife, delta goodrem, kings of leon....
Hero: i dont have one hero.
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AJDuin
(Holland) - Age: 27 (M). Registered: 29-May-07
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Criteria: "I listen to the whole package, the build up and dynamics in a song as well as the melody`s and overall atmosphere of the song. A song gets me, when i`m actually out of words about it ;-)".
What makes a hit: "A hit is an earcatcher, a piece of music which sticks in your head for the whole day. A hit is a song you cannot hear enough.".
Favourite Genre: Rock, in the purest and most raw form.
Favorite artists: Audioslave, Aerosmith.
Hero: Joey Kramer & Brad Wilk.
Instruments: Drums, Guitar.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments: Playing a show in the Paradiso (Temple of Pop, Amsterdam) and reaching the Final of the Dutch Emergenza edition 2006 in the Melkweg.
Songs: 20.
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alansgurl
(USA) - Age: 37 (F). Registered: 05-Apr-08
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Criteria: "Hard, grungy grease".
What makes a hit: "Hard grungy grease and being able to understand the lyrics is always good".
Favourite Genre: Everything but country.
Favorite artists: Radiohead, Blur, Pantera, Korn, Johnny Wilde, Hollowman.
Hero: Guitar God Alan Petty.
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aleon65
(SPAIN) - Age: 38 (M). Registered: 20-Dec-07
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Criteria: "rythm, the main vocalist, and arranges".
What makes a hit: "Some song that it has ´´star´´".
Favourite Genre: pop rock.
Favorite artists: dire straits, u2, paul mc cartney, beatles, and many others.
Hero: swarzenager.
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alexander
(USA) - Age: 36 (M). Registered: 02-Jul-08
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Criteria: "I listen for a good song. It´s not science!".
What makes a hit: "A good song!".
Favourite Genre: Triphop.
Favorite artists: Tricky and Massive Attack.
Hero: Me.
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aliceagain
(CANADA) - Age: 48 (F). Registered: 01-Jul-08
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Criteria: "I look for songs that make a deep impression with their words and music.".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: rock, folk, soul.
Favorite artists: Jackfish River, Beck, Fiona Apple, Amy Whinehouse.
Hero: my dog.
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AmandaWatunya
(USA) - Age: 47 (F). Registered: 20-Jun-07
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Criteria: "Lyrics, what they are based on.".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Rock/Pop/R&B/some Country.
Favorite artists: Bee Gees/ Queensryche/ Luther Vandeoss/ Rachel & more..
Hero: Vicky Huber.
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AmandaWilliams
(USA) - Age: 30 (F). Registered: 23-Apr-07
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Criteria: "I listen for hooks - either lyrical or melodic - even rhythmic. I listen for structure, craft, & intelligible lyrics that say something.".
What makes a hit: "A hi t is undeniable. There is no question. It has that ``x`` factor that cannot be explained. It jumps out and grabs the listener like a force of nature. Hit potential is important in commercial music because it drives the consumer to the store. In non-commercial music, hit potential is not as important as getting a message across.".
Favourite Genre: all.
Favorite artists: James Brown, Joni Mitchell, PJ Harvey, Patsy Cline, Tool, Hank Williams Sr., Alice in Chains, Outkast, Beyonce, Fleetwood Mac, Pearl Jam, Bikini Kill.
Hero: My parents.
Instruments: guitar, piano, vocals.
Past Credits: Co-writer on 2002 Grammy Nominated ``Beer Run`` duet with Garth Brooks and George Jones Staff writer Sony ATV 2003-04 Staff writer Magic Mustang (Broken Bow Records) 2005-6 Self released ``Poetry`` 2006 - CD Baby, iTunes, etc. Peacedriven.com compilation 2007.
Accomplishments: 2002 Epic Records release Shekinah 13 Artists: Women of Berklee College of Music song ``Low``.
Songs: 400.
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AmberMC
(USA) - Age: 18 (F). Registered: 01-May-07
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Criteria: "I like amatuer singing, or just starting out bands. That`s mainly what I look for. I like a band with at least one guitar. Preferably an acoustic.".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Alternative, Rock, Blues, Progressive, Hardcore, Pop, Indie, Metal, R&P, Rap, Hip-Hop, Acoustic, Country, Punk, etc..
Favorite artists: A Postcard Hello, Propel, Incubus, Dashboard Confessional, Nirvana, Sherwood, Waking Ashland, Hollywood Undead, The Rocket Summer, Relient K, Switchfoot, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Hit the Lights, Taproot, Evan`s Blue, Breaking Benjamin, Evanescence, etc..
Hero: David Waddell..
Instruments: Acoustic and Electric G uitar, Piano, Organ.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
Songs: Too Many.
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andi
(AUSTRIA) - Age: 1006 (M). Registered: 01-Mar-08
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Criteria: "..".
What makes a hit: "something that keeps in mind..".
Favourite Genre: all.
Favorite artists: a lot.
Hero: ...
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andy
(USA) - Age: 21 (M). Registered: 13-Apr-08
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Criteria: "i´ll tell you later..".
What makes a hit: "i´ll tell you later..".
Favourite Genre: i´ll tell you later...
Favorite artists: i´ll tell you later...
Hero: i´ll tell you later...
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anfield_forever
(UK) - Age: 32 (M). Registered: 17-Feb-08
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Criteria: "strong vocals, good catchy meaningful lyrics and a great une".
What makes a hit: "to me a hit is a song that can grab the attention of the listeners and make them stop what there doing and listen.
if a song can do that to people then the singer is on to a good one.
hit potential is definatley important in a song.".
Favourite Genre: pop
rock
metal.
Favorite artists: bon jovi
guns n roses
meatloaf
metallica
iron maidon
def lepord
nirvana
pearl jam.
Hero: bon jovi.
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Anita
(USA) - Age: 48 (F). Registered: 02-Sep-07
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Criteria: "notes and lyrics".
What makes a hit: "all the above and no not always".
Favourite Genre: Rock, Alternative,Blues.
Favorite artists: Zakk Wyld, Stevie Ray Vaughn.
Hero:-.
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AnnieJ
(USA) - Age: 59 (F). Registered: 19-May-08
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Criteria: "The heart and attitude of the artist. And of course, the talent.".
What makes a hit: "A good ´´hook´´, words you can understand, and lyrics people can identify with.".
Favourite Genre: R&B; contemporary Christian.
Favorite artists: a huge variety.
Hero: my 90 year old mother.
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AnthonyConnors
(UK) - Age: 17 (M). Registered: 01-Apr-07
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Criteria: "if its catchy and simple.".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Ska, Reggae and pop..
Favorite artists: Kate Nash and Jamie T.
Hero: Lily Allen.
Instruments: vocals..
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments: To record with a very good producer..
Songs: unsure.
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AshtonMMI
(UK) - Age: 21 (F). Registered: 29-Jul-08
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Criteria: "I keep an open mind".
What makes a hit: "Something that tickled my ears!".
Favourite Genre: I like everything except House music.
Favorite artists: Micheal Jackson.
Hero: Jennifer Aniston.
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BAM
(UK) - Age: 47 (M). Registered: 20-May-07
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Criteria: "It can vary, It might be the riff, the lyrics, the mood & feel of a song. Or the beat".
What makes a hit: "I suppose these days. A hit song can be becouse you look right. Or if the video is popular. For me personally, it`s about the tune, along with the mood & feel, that comes from the lyrics".
Favourite Genre: 60s soul & Rock & roll.
Favorite artists: Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye, Elvis, Beatles, Stones, etc............
Hero: John Lennon.
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BeetonGirl
(Canada) - Age: 42 (F). Registered: 17-Jul-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Classic Rock.
Favorite artists: Led Zepplin.
Hero: My Husband.
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Ben
(USA) - Age: 35 (M). Registered: 06-Jul-07
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Criteria: "the whole picture".
What makes a hit: "a great chorus".
Favourite Genre: all.
Favorite artists: beatles zep.
Hero: my friend.
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BettyeRowe
(USA) - Age: 40 (F). Registered: 01-May-07
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Criteria: "The Sound, the uniqueness in an artist voice. The lyrics of the song.".
What makes a hit: "Uniqueness, great lyrics, great sound.".
Favourite Genre: Old School R&B.
Favorite artists: Yung Slab.
Hero: Jesus.
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bigc
(SPAIN) - Age: 30 (M). Registered: 11-Mar-08
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Criteria: "Drums and lyrics".
What makes a hit: "Lyrics".
Favourite Genre: Rock.
Favorite artists: Buckcherry, Avenged Sevenfold and of course Swearbox.
Hero: Really cant think of one.
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Blues Freak
(USA) - Age: 71 (M). Registered: 12-Jan-08
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Criteria: "Lyrics that make sense......& a grat rhythm".
What makes a hit: "First.......it has to be a song that one can identify with. Then the delivery by the artist....".
Favourite Genre: Blues/country rock.
Favorite artists: Charley Drumm,Stevie Ray Vaughn,Tony Joe White.
Hero: Charley Drumm.
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bratzharp
(BOTSWANA) - Age: 26 (M). Registered: 22-Jul-08
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Criteria: "no".
What makes a hit: "no".
Favourite Genre: All .
Favorite artists: All.
Hero: My self..
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Brennie
(USA) - Age: 55 (F). Registered: 17-Jun-07
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Criteria: "Music that I find that applies to my life or strikes a memory in my journ ey. I love music that shows REAL purpose and you can actually UNDERSTAND the WORDS!".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Country , old time rock and Roll, christian,.
Favorite artists: Mike Parrish Sammy Hudley Faith Hill Cher and a long list of really classic artist.
Hero: God and my Brothers.
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Brownstone
(USA) - Age: 33 (M). Registered: 08-Jun-07
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Criteria: "a certain sound".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: rock.
Favorite artists: i don`t really have a favorite artist. i like everything..
Hero: my mother.
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BT
(USA) - Age: 22 (F). Registered: 29-May-07
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Criteria: "the beat the lyrics and the hook . in that order".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: All types.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero: My Husband.
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Callie
(USA) - Age: 18 (F). Registered: 06-Jul-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre:-.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero:-.
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carolesoma
(USA) - Age: 19 (F). Registered: 12-Jan-08
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Criteria: "i listen for different".
What makes a hit: "what makes a hit is a great song that will have everyone singing and the portential should sound something different from everyone else.And completely crazy feel in the beat should make me want to dance and share it with every one and tell all of my friends.".
Favourite Genre: R&B ,ROCK.
Favorite artists: Linkinpark,nickelback.
Hero: MY mom.
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CathyHicks
(USA) - Age: 60 (F). Registered: 22-May-07
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Criteria: "Beat, the sound".
What makes a hit: "Beat, voice, originality".
Favourite Genre: reggae.
Favorite artists: Steel Pulse, Burning Spear, Aswad, Bob Marley.
Hero: My son.
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CCaldwell
(USA) - Age: 32 (M). Registered: 16-Aug-08
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Criteria: "3".
What makes a hit: "depends on what a hit is".
Favourite Genre: most.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero:-.
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chaskadaye
(USA) - Age: 2008 (F). Registered: 29-Feb-08
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Criteria: "Words mean a lot to me, but it´s the flow of the song or something different than what´s typically out there. I listen for a good solid vocalist that doesn´t get drowned out by the band, or vice versa.".
What makes a hit: "Well, to me, it definitely has to have a catchy chorus, but more important, there´s always that hook in the song, the part that people remember the most, being it a background vocal part during a riff, or that special beat that sticks in your head. As far as vocals, sounding the same as others isn´t a good thing.".
Favourite Genre: Rock, Alternative.
Favorite artists: Collective Soul
Seven Mary Three
Live
Jack Johnson
Matchbox Twenty
Sister Hazel
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Hero: God.
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CherylNagel
(Holland) - Age: 30 (F). Registered: 18-Jun-07
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Criteria: "The total package. First thing that catches my ear is ofcourse the tune. Then comes the lyrics, strangely enough...".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: I`m eclectic.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero: My dad.
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ChesterWDent
(USA) - Age: 61 (M). Registered: 21-Aug-07
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Criteria: "na".
What makes a hit: "na".
Favourite Genre: jazz.
Favorite artists: miles davis, charlie parker, coltrane, louis armstrong, madonna, stevie wonder, marvin gaye, elton john, david george, al green, the temptations , billie holliday, nina simone, ella fitzgerald, bob seegar, muddy waters, the beatles, the stones, iron butterfly, liza minneli.
Hero: louis armstrong.
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CJForrester
(USA) - Age: 18 (M). Registered: N/A
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Criteria: "I try to find originality. I try to find a reason why this person is better then everybody else doing the same exact thing they are doing. Usually i`m pretty picky.".
What makes a hit: "A ``Hit`` is often a song thats a little different then everything else, and yet is catchy, and not too different.".
Favourite Genre: Industrial, Melodic Death Metal, Nu-metal, Groove Metal, Christian.
Favorite artists: Nine Inch Nail, Alice In Chains, Derek Webb.
Hero:-.
Instruments: Guitar.
Past Credits: none.
Accomplishments: Get ting myself to like my music.
Songs: 10.
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ClassicsRule
(USA) - Age: 70 (M). Registered: 02-Jul-07
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Criteria: "too complicated".
What makes a hit: "No idea".
Favourite Genre: Classical.
Favorite artists: Mozart, Beethoven, Bach.
Hero: Mozart.
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CM
(USA) - Age: 32 (F). Registered: 02-May-07
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Criteria: "BEAT & WORDS".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: R&B, Hip Hop (Rap).
Favorite artists: YOUNG SLAB IS THE 1 U BETTER VOTE. PLEASE BELIVE IT..
Hero: ME.
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corigraves
(CANADA) - Age: 40 (F). Registered: 07-Jun-08
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Criteria: "For me there ahs to be depth to the music .. in both Lyrics and music. I listen for what the song says to ´me´ !!!".
What makes a hit: "Well it needs to appeal to people .. it needs to be current ... but different music ´grabs´ people different ways so for me thats a hard thing to pin down.".
Favourite Genre: Jazz.
Favorite artists: Level 42.
Hero: Mark King.
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Corrado reviewer
(ITALY) - Age: 39 (M). Registered: 12-Jan-08
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Criteria: "Technichal abilities, production".
What makes a hit: "Melody".
Favourite Genre: Ambient, Electronic, Classical.
Favorite artists: The Alan Parsons Project, Mike Oldfield.
Hero:-.
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crazycanuck
(CANADA) - Age: 38 (M). Registered: 27-Feb-08
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Criteria: "a strong hook and melody that pulls you in.".
What makes a hit: "Hit potential to me means universally popular. However, more often than not when I used to buy CD´s and a CD meant something, it was often the songs that never made it to radio that ended up becoming my favorites. I found that they were the least likely to become tiring too. It´s a shame that most songs on the radio must be immediately popular or the artist must have had at one time, and extremely popular song and he can feed off of that.".
Favourite Genre: Pop .
Favorite artists: Jason Mraz, Jack Johnson, Sum 41, Odds, Sting, Ben Lee.
Hero: Terry Fox.
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DanielHabenicht
(Germany) - Age: 36 (M). Registered: 12-May-07
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Criteria: "Feeling, structure, ability of using an instrument, intention".
What makes a hit: "when it goes straight to the heart for everyone(or many people)".
Favourite Genre: Reggae/Dub/Rocksteady.
Favorite artists: Dub Spencer and Trance Hill.
Hero: Louis Borda.
Instruments: Guitar, Drum, Percussion, Vox.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments: Improvisation.
Songs: up to 50.
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DanielSwitzer
(USA) - Age: 20 (M). Registered: 21-Apr-07
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Criteria: "rhythm/how the lyrics flow to the beat".
What makes a hit: "if it gets played on the radio then its a hit".
Favourite Genre: rap.
Favorite artists: haze, ludacris, obie trice, kanye west.
Hero: haze.
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david ben avraham
(UK) - Age: 52 (M). Registered: 10-Dec-07
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Criteria: "how it makes me feel & what the song says to me".
What makes a hit: "being a hit doesn´t necessarily means that that song is at all good!".
Favourite Genre: All good music no matter what genre.
Favorite artists: As above.
Hero: Jesus Christ .
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DavidANash
(UK) - Age: 40 (M). Registered: 15-Aug-07
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Criteria: "melody, lyrics, emotion".
What makes a hit: "global appeal. strong message".
Favourite Genre: pop, soul, acoustic.
Favorite artists: toby deans, george michael, Amy Winehouse, Adam Argyle.
Hero: john travolta.
Instruments: vocalist, arranger.
Past Credits: publisher - i like it by narcotic thrust. backing vocals for eurovision entry. programmer - les miserables, sirella, crimewatch and many more.
Accomplishments: television, radio exposure. playing for children in need on national tv.
Songs: 30ish.
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Daviderossilor
(USA) - Age: 39 (M). Registered: 15-Jan-08
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Criteria: "Production".
What makes a hit: "Melody".
Favourite Genre: Ambient.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero:-.
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DavidMurby
(UK) - Age: 26 (M). Registered: 15-Jun-07
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Criteria: "Emotion, if there`s none of that, it`s not gonna move you.".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Industrial/Darkwave.
Favorite artists: Nine Inch Nails, VNV Nation, Queen Adreena.
Hero: Don`t Know.
Instruments: Drums.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments: i`m only as far as writing the songs, gimme a break..
Songs: 9.
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dbrandi45
(USA) - Age: 52 (F). Registered: 25-Aug-07
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Criteria: "the seriousness in a persons voice and how they bring the music out".
What makes a hit: "what potential is in tha music,yes it is".
Favourite Genre: a little bit of everything.
Favorite artists: joe james dinardo.
Hero: my husband jerry jackson.
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DMC
(USA) - Age: 51 (M). Registered: 16-Apr-07
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Criteria: "lyrics, beat and vocals (if applicable)".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: R&B.
Favorite artists: Chaka Khan,The Whispers, The OJs Manhattans,Temps, Stephanie Mills, Phylis Hyman.
Hero: Jesus Christ.
Instruments: My vocal chords.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments: did a cross country tour with major astists back in the 80`s.
Songs:-.
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dolitsa
(GREECE) - Age: 27 (F). Registered: 24-Dec-07
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Criteria: "both lyrics and music..simple honest lyrics".
What makes a hit: "the song that can ´´talk´´ to your soul,
and talks about things you always wanted to say...this is hit for me.
of course it becomes bigger when it fits to many people..".
Favourite Genre: rock and everything that talks to my soul..
Favorite artists: DOLORES O´RIORDAN,THE CRANBERRIES,DENNY DEMARCHI,STEVE DEMARCHI,THE LOW NETWORK,ARKITEKT....
Hero: dolores.
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don´t have one
(USA) - Age: 59 (F). Registered: 25-Nov-07
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Criteria: "can i understand the words, if there are words. the quality fo the singers voice. melodic tones, harmony.does it make me feel good inside, peaceful or like singing or dancing. if it makes me feel like an angry monkey i shut it off QUICKLY".
What makes a hit: "a hit is catchy in melody and words.something that a lto of people can relate too. something that makes them feel like singing or dancing along to the music..or just fun to listen to".
Favourite Genre: classical guitar, folkrock acoustic, celtic, native american drum and flute some of almost everything, but not all of anything..
Favorite artists: john mellencamp, johnny cash, neil w. young, charley drumm..for a few.
Hero: jesus.
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DrekTomplait
(USA) - Age: 2008 (M). Registered: 14-Jul-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre:-.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero:-.
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DS
(Brazil) - Age: 31 (F). Registered: 24-Apr-07
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Criteria: "something that pleases me".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Rock and reggae.
Favorite artists: The Who, Bob Marley.
Hero: Keith Moon.
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dwalriven
(USA) - Age: 42 (M). Registered: 09-Jun-08
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Criteria: "vocals, harmony, timing, if voices compliment each other! style of music (genre) of it applies to there voices".
What makes a hit: "meaning, mixing of the song, gut feeling of wether you think the song would do any good measured up against other hit song".
Favourite Genre: Gospel, bluegrass, country.
Favorite artists: allison Kraus, mercyme, casting crown, decemberadio, tim agnew, chris tomlin.
Hero: my so Trace Allen.
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ElizabethSonnier
(USA) - Age: 51 (F). Registered: 22-Jun-07
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Criteria: "the lyrics, the music,".
What makes a hit: "how it affects each individual".
Favourite Genre: All.
Favorite artists: All.
Hero: My deceased husband.
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Emily
(UK) - Age: 19 (F). Registered: 03-Nov-07
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Criteria: "Lyrics that i can relate to or some thing that i can dance to, or can sign along to".
What makes a hit: "a catchy rhythm and good lyrics".
Favourite Genre: Pop/Rock/Indie/A´cappella.
Favorite artists: McFly, Kate Nash, Take That, The killers, Maximo Park.
Hero: my mum.
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EmmaWhite
(Australia) - Age: 19 (F). Registered: 06-Jul-07
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Criteria: "I listen for something fresh, something different. It has to have good vocals, and a strong beat. Basically, if it doesn`t touch something inside, it`s crap.".
What makes a hit: "Some of the best songs I`ve ever heard were songs that never made it to ``hit`` status. A ``hit`` is an easy song, simple and can reach a universal audience.".
Favourite Genre: Rock, Jazz, Celtic, Indie..
Favorite artists: Clannad, U2, The Beatles, Linkin Park, Billie Holiday..
Hero: Peter Singer.
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enlightenme
(USA) - Age: 41 (F). Registered: 26-Oct-07
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Criteria: "The song itself. The way it is sung. then the music and how well it is played. then the quality of the recording.".
What makes a hit: "A good combination of the above aspects.".
Favourite Genre: I like all style and genre as long as it is good. .
Favorite artists:-.
Hero:-.
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exprof
(BELGIUM) - Age: 58 (M). Registered: 14-Jan-08
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Criteria: "everything is important :lyrics-melody-capability to play -sense of humour- does it sound new or cliché...".
What makes a hit: "You never can tell a song will become a hit,catchy instrumental breaks or lyrics can help.
hit potential is important to the likes of Britnet Spears...".
Favourite Genre: indierock & blues.
Favorite artists: Bee & Flower
Peter Green.
Hero: no hero.
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FormP
(UK) - Age: 31 (F). Registered: 19-Mar-08
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Criteria: "the way its set out".
What makes a hit: "something different".
Favourite Genre: Funk.
Favorite artists: Foo Fighters.
Hero: My Mum.
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FredConnelly
(USA) - Age: 49 (M). Registered: 08-Jun-07
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Criteria: "Melody, Arrangement, Uniqueness".
What makes a hit: "Melody".
Favourite Genre: Alternative.
Favorite artists: R.E.M., Radiohead, Wilco, Aimee Mann, Ani DiFranco.
Hero: Duane Allman.
Instruments: Acoustic guitar hack and vocalist.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments: Learning to replay after suffering a stroke..
Songs: 50/60.
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frogcake
(CANADA) - Age: 28 (M). Registered: 27-Mar-08
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Criteria: "Something that grabs me.".
What makes a hit: "No.".
Favourite Genre: Progressive Rock, Metal, Alt Metal, Jazz Fusion.
Favorite artists: The Mars Volta, Tool, The Band, Yes, Soundgarden.
Hero: Jacques Cartier.
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Garry 7
(UNITED KINGDOM) - Age: 60 (M). Registered: 25-Aug-07
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Criteria: "depends! quality/depth/humour/introspection etc...".
What makes a hit: "irrelevant since ´´hits´´ are usually pre-determined by big record & publishing companies anyhows...invariably it´ll be a hook line or pretty looks probably both...".
Favourite Genre: pschedelic/punk/lounge.
Favorite artists: Paradise9.
Hero: Bobby Moore (West Ham & England captain marvel).
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GaryFitzpatrick
(USA) - Age: 26 (M). Registered: 07-Jun-07
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Criteria: "Simplicity and complexity".
What makes a hit: "all opinions goos or bad are good".
Favourite Genre: Rock n. Roll.
Favorite artists: Gnr.
Hero: Slash.
Instruments: Guitar.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
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Geege
(USA) - Age: 29 (M). Registered: 26-Jun-08
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Criteria: "n".
What makes a hit: "n".
Favourite Genre: rap.
Favorite artists: snoop.
Hero: mom and dad.
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Gem
(UK) - Age: 19 (F). Registered: 20-Feb-08
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Criteria: "I listen for something that grabs my attention in a specific way or elements of the song that are either unexpected different/innovative in some way. Often lyrics that i can relate to/mean something to me also engage me with the song.".
What makes a hit: "Depending on what the artist wishes to do with the songs produced depends on whether and to what extent ´hit potential´ should be important...".
Favourite Genre: Don´t have a particular favourite, varied. Indie, rock, pop....etc..
Favorite artists: ....
Hero: ....
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Gemjar
(UK) - Age: 25 (F). Registered: 04-Jun-08
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Criteria: "lyrics, story, passion arrangement".
What makes a hit: "listeners relate to the song, can get something out of it".
Favourite Genre: All.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero:-.
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Goldilocks
(Canada) - Age: 20 (F). Registered: 11-Apr-07
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Criteria: "lyrics that mean somethign not just about nothign".
What makes a hit: "Something catchy, fresh , totally different vibe then any other song".
Favourite Genre: rap, hip-hop, r&b.
Favorite artists: the game, akon, atmosphere, more also.
Hero:-.
Instruments: n/a.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
Songs:-.
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GregNelson
(USA) - Age: 20 (M). Registered: 21-Apr-07
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Criteria: "beat".
What makes a hit: "the catchy tune".
Favourite Genre: anything.
Favorite artists: pink floyd, slipnot, ice cube, brand new.
Hero: trent beavers.
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GrumpyOldMan
(UK) - Age: 58 (M). Registered: 23-Jun-07
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Criteria: "Do I like it sometimes it takes a few listens for the penny to drop".
What makes a hit: "It`s more of a gut feeling and if it`s a catchy tune thats an indication that it has potential".
Favourite Genre: All sorts I just like music in general.
Favorite artists: The Beatles, Pink Floyd, The Eagles, The Who, Rolling stones you name them I like them!!.
Hero: Paul Mcartney.
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GSP
(USA) - Age: 34 (M). Registered: 12-May-07
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Criteria: "melody: hooks: intracet use of style vocabulary and wit".
What makes a hit: "the feel; people overall reaction to it( bodly reaction speaks more than what they say".
Favourite Genre: hip hop.
Favorite artists: jay-z nas big dady kane chicago.
Hero: my dad.
Instruments: piano drums bongos.
Past Credits: Blazefest 2006 (spokane):: 2005 Bring ya Skill Freestyle Winner : Twista, Ying Yang Wins concert.
Accomplishments: release of (509) Da Portrait playing on Wired 96.9fm in Spokane Wa, the FameGames< /td>.
Songs: over 100.
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Gustavo
(Brazil) - Age: 34 (M). Registered: 18-Apr-07
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Criteria: "The Arranje, I look for something that surprises me something not spected. The interection between all instruments.".
What makes a hit: "Good refrains and an easy harmony make a Good hit, but what I judge important in a song really is the complex harmonies. You can Make a Hit today and tomorrow everyone forget it, but you can make interesting songs and people talk about you for years".
Favourite Genre: Rock, Progressive Rock, Jazz.
Favorite artists: The Beatles, Yes, Rush, Blind Guardian, ELP, Pink Floyd.
Hero: Paul McCartney.
Instruments: none.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
Songs:-.
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HansTenHave
(Holland) - Age: 27 (M). Registered: 20-Jul-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Singer/songwriter & rock.
Favorite artists: Krom.
Hero: No one.
Instruments: Piano Bass Guitar.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
Songs: ca 90.
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hary
(SWITZERLAND) - Age: 25 (M). Registered: 23-Apr-08
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Criteria: "-".
What makes a hit: "-".
Favourite Genre: almost everything depends n the mood.
Favorite artists: notwist e g.
Hero: -.
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Helen
(UK) - Age: 35 (F). Registered: 04-Feb-08
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Criteria: "hairs standing on end and being moved.".
What makes a hit: "catchy".
Favourite Genre: Indie,
Rock.
Favorite artists: Radiohead
Led Zepplin
Fleetwood mac.
Hero: My Mum.
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helen97802001
(UK) - Age: 28 (F). Registered: 14-Feb-08
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Criteria: "good lyrics and a catchy tune ,
If you play a track and it gets you from the start then its a great track.".
What makes a hit: "a hit to me is more or less what i put in the secion ´´what i listen for in a song´´.
It has to be catchy, have meaning, a good beat and most importantly get you hooked from the first line.
if it doesnt have any of the above then it isnt a hit, cus lets face it, whose gunna listen to a tune or want to hear a tune played over if its boring and has no good qualiies to it.".
Favourite Genre: pop
rock.
Favorite artists: Bon Jovi
Guns n Roses
Meatloaf
Gareth Gates
State Warning
Noahs Arcade.
Hero: my daughter Kayleigh.
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Homer
(USA) - Age: 51 (M). Registered: 10-Jul-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: i like most all kinds of music.
Favorite artists: i have to many to count.
Hero: jesus.
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HopeAnderson
(USA) - Age: 25 (F). Registered: 22-Apr-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Metal.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero: My dad.
Instruments: Drums.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
Songs: 7.
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Houie-D
(GERMANY) - Age: 50 (M). Registered: 03-May-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: chillout, electronic & downbeats.
Favorite artists: me, myself and I..
Hero: george duke.
Instruments: git. & bass.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
Songs: ca. 40.
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HS
(USA) - Age: 20 (F). Registered: 21-Apr-07
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Criteria: "Meaning and purpose".
What makes a hit: "I suppose it is and songs are ``hits`` when they are good.".
Favourite Genre: All.
Favorite artists: Too many to list.
Hero: My daddy.
Instruments: Guitar.
Past Credits: N/A.
Accomplishments: I`m just starting.
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hypnotismworks
(USA) - Age: 46 (M). Registered: 27-Sep-07
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Criteria: "Melody".
What makes a hit: "A song that is immediately contagious and makes me smile I consider to be ´´hit´´ material.".
Favourite Genre: Jazz, Classical, 60´s & 70´s rock..
Favorite artists: Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Hugh Ferguson, Kate Bush, Brian May, Ian Thornley.
Hero: Louis Armstrong.
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ianboardman
(UK) - Age: 42 (M). Registered: 21-Jan-08
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Criteria: "the beginning the middle and the ending..its like being told a good story´ it always has to be somewhere or go somewhere!!".
What makes a hit: "original, personality´ colours".
Favourite Genre: various.
Favorite artists: too many to mention..
Hero: my dad.
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indianagregg2
(UK) - Age: 37 (F). Registered: 25-May-08
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Criteria: "giving constructive feedback that helps the artist/songwriter to push their limits and achieve even better work. or simply praising a great job.".
What makes a hit: "a hit has a lot to do with how many times people (the masses) have the opportunity to hear the song. in the past, the difference had a lot to do with more radio play. Their are a lot of amazing songs out there...and a ´hit´ is all about those songs being ´heard´ and the exposure to the public.... having said that... there are some songs that really just ´hit´.. therefore, they get the play no matter what!".
Favourite Genre: all genres.. just like great music.
Favorite artists: too many to detail here. very ecclectic taste.
Hero: god, my mum, my dad, my gran.... firemen, people who give their all.....
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Influential
(USA) - Age: 27 (M). Registered: 18-May-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Rock.
Favorite artists: Radiohead.
Hero: Thom Yorke.
Instruments: Vocals, guitars.
Past Credits: The Influence/The Influence.
Accomplishments: Opened for Hootie.
Songs: 30.
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Isiah
(USA) - Age: 20 (M). Registered: 25-Jul-07
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Criteria: "quality and lyrics".
What makes a hit: "something different, good quality and great lyrics".
Favourite Genre: experimental,hip hop, diverse, r&b.
Favorite artists: akon,.
Hero: my mom.
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JackieWilliams
(USA) - Age: 28 (F). Registered: 11-Jun-08
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Criteria: "I just like finding good music.".
What makes a hit: "Catchy melody, and a great hook. Hit potential is important to record companies, not the listener.".
Favourite Genre: Rock .
Favorite artists:-.
Hero: My Parents and my brother..
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JackStuard
(Canada) - Age: 24 (M). Registered: 11-Apr-07
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Criteria: "Dope ass lyrics on beat! and about a topic I find interesting!".
What makes a hit: "Well it`s gottabe hot and have a very catchy chorus and punchline`s! most of society should be able to relate!".
Favourite Genre: Hip hop/ Rap/ freestyle/ undergroound.
Favorite artists: Eminem/ Big L./ Tupac/ Ice Cube/ Dr. Dre/.
Hero: I don`t have one.
Instruments: Just vocals.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
Songs: 600.
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JamesMullan
(UK) - Age: 25 (M). Registered: 03-Apr-07
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Criteria: "Something that still has a `live` sounding quality and rawness.".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Rock, grunge, alternative, acoustic.
Favorite artists: Foo Fighters, Pearl Jam, Paul Simon.
Hero:-.
Instruments: Guitar.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
Songs:-.
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JB
(USA) - Age: 36 (F). Registered: 01-May-07
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Criteria: "LYRICS, BEATS".
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: R&B, RAP, HIP-HOP.
Favorite artists: LYFE JENNINGS, T. I . LIL BOOSIE. T-PAIN CRIME MOB, MYSTICAL, YUNG JOC DJ UNK ECT.....
Hero: MY MOTHER.
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JeanetteBerry
(USA) - Age: 45 (F). Registered: 12-Jul-07
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Criteria: "0".
What makes a hit: "abiltity to make me listen to it twice or more. great lyrics and great music to back it".
Favourite Genre: blues. rock...
Favorite artists: eagles. ac/dc. bb king. stevie ray vaughn.
Hero: my grandfather.
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Jemiqua
(USA) - Age: 22 (F). Registered: 13-Aug-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: r&b rap gospel.
Favorite artists: dre garht brooks.
Hero: my husband.
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JGPeterson
(england) - Age: 19 (M). Registered: 07-Aug-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: jazz, indie, slow-easy listening.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero:-.
Instruments: vocals, piano, drums, guitar.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
Songs: 60.
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JH
(USA) - Age: 27 (F). Registered: 24-Apr-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre:-.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero:-.
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Jimbo
(Austria) - Age: 24 (M). Registered: 27-Jul-07
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Criteria: "sound".
What makes a hit: "catchy tune and words".
Favourite Genre: rock, pop, soul, blues.
Favorite artists: ac/dc, gearge michael, bb king.
Hero:-.
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Johanna
(USA) - Age: 46 (F). Registered: 27-Jul-07
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Criteria: "quality and freshness".
What makes a hit: "a hit to me is if i like it or not".
Favourite Genre: rap, R&B, top 40.
Favorite artists: 2pac, sublime.
Hero: myself.
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JorgeOliveira
(Portugal) - Age: 32 (M). Registered: 17-Jul-07
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Criteria:-.
What makes a hit:-.
Favourite Genre: Eletronic.
Favorite artists:-.
Hero:-.
Instruments: keys, bass.
Past Credits:-.
Accomplishments:-.
Songs:-.
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