The document discusses the success of various artists in the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s that were similar in style or genre to the author's own innovations. It notes that Kate Bush, Alanis Morissette, Cyndi Lauper, Shania Twain, Eva Cassidy, Gwen Stefani, Lady Gaga, Regina Spektor, and Taylor Swift all found success with unique styles, pop-folk genres, or experimental sounds. This success of comparable artists in the same time periods led the author to believe their own innovations would also prove commercially successful.

1. Why did I believe my innovations would prove successful?

2. 1980s ‘The year that saw the boom in promos’ Similar artists All successful! Kate Bush Inimitable style Unique sound Alanis Morissette Pop-folk genre Sold 40 million albums Cyndi Lauper 3 massive hits 1 in top 10

3. 1990s Similar artists Shania Twain 7 hits, 2 in top 10 Pop-Folk genre Eva Cassidy Pop-Folk and acoustic 90’s Indie artists All successful! Gwen Stefani Vibrant style Successful (No Doubt)

4. 2000s Lady Gaga Experimental style Unique image Regina Spektor Vibrant style/sound Indie artist Taylor Swift Extremely popular Fantastic folk music Similar artists All successful!