WINNER: “The Voice” (NBC)
Doubling down on its swiveling-chairs singing competition has paid off this fall for NBC. With its first fall edition, “The Voice” has established itself as a ratings powerhouse, regularly placing in the week’s top 10 programs among young adults and outdrawing rivals “DWTS” and “The X Factor.” And its boffo ratings have helped provide a boost to NBC’s new offerings like “Revolution” and “Go On.” Those of us hoping for ...
more WINNER: “The Voice” (NBC)
Doubling down on its swiveling-chairs singing competition has paid off this fall for NBC. With its first fall edition, “The Voice” has established itself as a ratings powerhouse, regularly placing in the week’s top 10 programs among young adults and outdrawing rivals “DWTS” and “The X Factor.” And its boffo ratings have helped provide a boost to NBC’s new offerings like “Revolution” and “Go On.” Those of us hoping for the swift demise of TV singing competitions are a bit disappointed, though. (Maybe the impending “Idol” trainwreck with Mariah and Nicki will keep that dream alive?)
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