The music industry is decidedly partial to those who are under 35, but if an "over 35" is exceptionally talented, then they do stand up and take notice. Susan Boyle is a perfect example of this. One can't and shouldn't judge only by radio airplay. Radio is dead and has been for a long time. Last year, the 90-something British artist Vera Lynn had the top selling album...and she hadn't recorded in well over 40 years at that point. So quality is quality...regardless of age.