more...it has and will continue to have an influence on singers and singing now and for years to come. Now before I appear to be a negative nay sayer, let me produce a positive alternative.. Firstly we do have some outstanding singers around today. The way that they have developed is wide and varied, however you will find a number of the following suggestions to be familiar to many of them and I strongly suggest that you take some or all on board... Decide NOW why you want to be a great singer, artist etc. The power of WHY exceeds any other component of a successful career than any other factor I have witnessed. Seek wise consul from someone who KNOWS what it takes to build the skills required for a successful career Get a training schedule that is manageable and measurable. If it is not showing signs of improvement, get rid of it!! ONLY sing material in public that shows your best ability (privately sing whatever you feel like as there is some benefit and opportunity to discover) Be well rehearsed as there are cameras everywhere and people think nothing of filming you and putting it on youtube. Above ALL get some great influences in your life both artistically and singing wise. Have a great time and be part of the movement to lift the standard of singing...