Yeah, I realize that it's all mostly about promotion anyway. That's why I don't recall ever having watched the Grammys, because you can essentially guarantee something will do well if you put enough money behind it. I suppose that's why there's such a negative reaction to "popular" stuff among die-hard music lovers like empeggers. I've stayed largely ignorant of new stuff coming out, instead opting to search for the "classics" that seem to have withstood the test of time. The "desert island" thread we had a couple of months ago really helped me find some great stuff. The only CD I bought that came out this year was "Vapor Trails", and I have to admit I don't really care for it too much (I know, a sin for a Rush fan). Maybe in 5 years when the dust has settled I'll try to find out what people are still listening to and then I'll have a good idea of what's really worth my money.