For one thing, I find it disturbing that people (at least according to Nielsen) aren't tuning in to Conan yet are watching Letterman. Now, this does allude to the fact that everyone who has a Nielsen box is probably in the middle of the country and is over 65. It's another reason that CBS is still the number one rated network in Household numbers (since we know their shows pretty much suck @$$).
Conan was back last night from a short hiatus, and it just felt like the Monday crowd's energy was low which really didn't help his cause. It bothers me because Conan is funny, silly, super bright and a very good host.
It still warms my heart by the way he seems to revere the bands which appear on the show. He shakes each member's hand equally and gives them a firm look in the eye and a sincere "thank you."
Last night was no exception as he praised and greeted Kings of Leon. Hence, my disappointment part 2.
I completely fell in love with KoL back when their sophomore album, A-ha Shake Heartbreak, had just been released. I knew of them but hadn't really listened to their debut album Youth and Young Manhood. I just remember Caleb Followills yelps and a twangy rock sound. But their second album completely hooked me in and I listened to their debut such as intently and I was mesmerized. And then?
Their third album. It made me say, huh? It was a departure from their sort of southern rock sound and no song really stood out.
And the final nail was their latest album which completely departed from their original sound so that their songs could now pass for any other lame band out there.
I can still distinguish Caleb's unique sound, but it is hardly utilized to its full potential.
In short, they sound a bit like the current U2 but in a sad knock-off version. I love that even Liam G. had mentioned that KoL isn't the band they once were. Many would say Liam isn't the guy you'd most agree with (though I still heart him), but you can't argue with him re: the demise of what was a great band.
Oh well. From the rumors, they'll probably break up soon anyway.
p.s. Y'all better watch Conan's Tonight Show!!
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