I started watching "American Idol". The early shows are often better than the later shows. In the early shows, you get to see a lot of singers who really can't sing, but think they can. Sometimes, it's really sad when they find out that their life dream isn't going to happen. At least not on this show. Of course, you never can tell. If Mick Jagger, Bob Dylan, or Rod Stewart had auditioned, they probably would not have made it thru the first round either. The judges wouldn't have a clue if Janis Joplin were alive and auditioning. Even Joni Mitchell or Carly Simon might have been too nervous when they were young to make a great impression on the judges. On the other hand, a young Elvis would have kicked ass all the way to the Finals. Big Time.