I think that with Jennifer & Fantasia in particular there is still an element of "American Idol" backlash which hasn't affected Kelly Clarkson. Jennifer was labeled as "arrogant", "shouty" and "weird to watch" when she was on that show so people who didn't like her then aren't likely to support her now. I am a fan and know that with continued acting and stage performances, JHud will get better & better and hopefully be able to hang in there until r&b music makes a comeback.

I hate to say this but I believe there is more racism involved with the lack of support that not only JHud but all African-American r&b singers are facing today. A lot of white people like the soulful singing of white artists but won't support the same sound from an AA artist.

Also today's listeners don't give music a chance to "marinate" - all a lot of people want is a hot beat over infantile lyrics.