You're right on the money there, Mark. Other than sport and news, I don't watch any TV. Plus, I do have a healthy (unhealthy?) slice of cynicism, but I can't go as far as you in believing 90% of what politicians say - though I do note a heavy air of tongue-in-cheek on your comment there.:)

Re. those videos, I absolutely agree with yourself and Russ about the level of musical ability in the Piano Guys. The other two, well they're less than stellar, to be kind, and I certainly wouldn't like to be regarded in the same light.

But, as mentioned, regardless of the 'quality' of the product, all three of those acts are brightening the day of their audiences. That's the end result. Now, whether that's accomplished with brilliance of musical performance or by just stumbling along, is not, as Russ put it, "a real cop out". It is the tangible result of their efforts, whether we enjoy it or not.

Maybe it's just me, but if I can go out and make someone happy (maybe I should resurrect that one :)) then I'm proud to do just that.