rock star supernova..

**RSteve** · 08-19-2006, 04:00 PM

Dilana Smith is an "old" pro who has performed internationally for about fifteen years. There's little doubt that Dave Navarro and Tommy Lee, who are also producers this season, are well aware of her performing history. It took years for Dilana to get a CD produced, but Wonderfool was finally released in Holland in 2000. She's a native of the Union of South Africa, but has primarily performed in Europe. It's my understanding that this isn't like last year, with a tour planned, but, rather, a one time performance in Vegas. Check out the raunchy lyrics at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODc8bTMMTC0

Ryan Star could be the dark horse in this race. He's also an experienced pro whose current CD, Songs from the Eye of an Elephant is under the name R.Star. He's an excellent keyboard player, which would mean one less guy to hire.

Because it's a one time show, I'd venture to guess that if it comes down to these two, they'll both be selected.

**cinda** · 08-20-2006, 02:19 AM

Dilana Smith does not need Super Nova. She needs a good manager and/or promoter and a good band behind her . She is a star in her own rights in some many undiscovered ways. Honestly Super Nova would hold her back on a long term bases but you think it's just one gig? hummm I have t look at that again.

**RSteve** · 08-22-2006, 08:42 PM

Originally Posted by cinda

Dilana Smith does not need Super Nova. She needs a good manager and/or promoter and a good band behind her . She is a star in her own rights in some many undiscovered ways. Honestly Super Nova would hold her back on a long term bases but you think it's just one gig? hummm I have t look at that again.

Truthfully, I think Dilana is just using this show to get some U.S. exposure. It's tough for a female hard rocker in 2006 to get a contract and airplay. And, Dilana has age working against her. Some bios list her as 35, but she may be older. Scrape off the air brushed TV makeup and I think you may find someone pushing 40. That in no way detracts from her talent, which I think is considerable. As a guy old enough to be a 40 year old's father, I have no problem with 40, but the reality is, it's hard to break in at 35+. I just turned on the program....They're now saying there's a world tour. A surprise to me!

**Bassfever** · 08-23-2006, 04:51 PM

Tickets just went on sale for their tour. I just got 2 for the Chevy center in CT. January 27th. I hope Dilana is there. 1st row Loge. Anybody else going?

PS I am stil in SC and their are soooooooooooo many places to buy and smoke here.

**cinda** · 08-23-2006, 08:45 PM

Dilana ? Wow where the attitude coming from? She always seemed really nice and supportive to everyone kinda laid back doing her own thing. I was really taken back by her this evening. Made her look very unattractive. I like the Ryan Star more and more.. I always liked Toby voice. Sounds like fun.