I wouldn't hold Star Search against a contestant, because a minor shouldn't be blamed for the directions of a pushy stage parent, but anyone 18 or over who has ever signed a recording contract should be prohibited from auditioning.

I can't believe the P.R. blitz that this is "the strongest group of finalists ever". Claptrap. Overall, I would take the top ten of any Season 1-6 over this band of balladeers.