[quote name=\'tommycharles\' date=\'Feb 19 2004, 05:41 PM\'][quote name=\'Jimmy Owen\' date=\'Feb 19 2004, 07:14 PM\'] It seems that the qualities of a good announcer have changed a bit. I don't know if it's a joke, but I heard that John Melendez is going to be the new announcer on "The Tonight Show." [/quote]
Hmm....did you ever want this job, Randy?[/quote]
btw, John is ALREADY in training, being intensively coached by LA's premiere guru for voice talent. To your question, that job never fascinated me nearly as much as wanting to follow in Johnny O's footsteps. Sure, The Tonight Show is a great gig with no heavy lifting. It's a juicy plum, but it doesn't have half the meaning to me that "Price" does.
Johnny made a tremendous impression on me as a child, and then again years later with his generous mentoring and encouragement. Beyond technique and style, John tried to teach me a great deal about attitude and professionalism. I am grateful, and still so very impressed and inspired by the example he set.
I must say...
I've tried to stay miles away from this thread, not wanting to influence the free and open "conversation". It's fine if you prefer another style than mine. It's all about taste and preference. Baskin-Robbins has 31 flavors; none is "better" than any other... ok, that BS - chocolate is best; I don't trust people who eat Butter Pecan ;-)
I encourage everyone to vote everyday. I'm told that this poll is being taken quite seriously. It's a very unusual opportunity for a fan of the show to have their input considered by the producers and the network. Go for it!
Randy
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