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13 Times Saturday Night Live's Musical Guests Bombed Spectacularly On Live TV
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When they performed: October 23, 2004
What makes this performance so terrible: Ashlee Simpson's appearance on "Saturday Night Live" in October 2004 became infamous due to a memorable mishap. As her second song began, a pre-recorded vocal track started playing while she was holding the microphone at her side. The incident led to an awkward jig and hasty exit from the stage, sparking widespread media coverage. This moment put her singing abilities under scrutiny and became a defining point in her career.- Genres (Music): Pop punk, Pop music, Rock music, Electronic music, Dance-pop
- Albums: Autobiography, Bittersweet World, I Am Me, Invisible, Boyfriend
- Nationality: United States of America
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- Genres (Music): Hip hop
- Albums: My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, Late Registration, The College Dropout, Watch the Throne, Graduation
- Nationality: United States of America
- 1My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy3,344 Votes
- 2Graduation2,978 Votes
- 3The College Dropout2,824 Votes
- 4Late Registration2,297 Votes
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When they performed: April 17, 2010
What makes this performance so terrible: Kesha's April 2010 performance was characterized by elaborate staging and heavy Auto-Tune usage. Critics felt these choices detracted from showcasing her raw singing talent and instead focused on creating a party-like atmosphere that didn't translate well live.- Genres (Music): Pop, Hip hop
- Albums: Animal, Cannibal, TiK ToK, Warrior, Animal + Cannibal
- Nationality: United States of America
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When they performed: December 17, 1977
What makes this performance so terrible: Elvis Costello made headlines during his December 1977 appearance when he abruptly stopped playing "Less Than Zero" and switched to "Radio Radio." This act of defiance against NBC's instructions showcased Costello's rebellious spirit but resulted in a temporary ban from the show. Over time, this moment became emblematic of his stance against commercial pressures in music.- Genres (Music): New Wave, Rock music, Pub rock, Punk rock, Country
- Albums: This Year's Model, Armed Forces, Get Happy!!, My Aim Is True, Brutal Youth
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- 1This Year's Model184 Votes
- 2My Aim Is True165 Votes
- 3Armed Forces179 Votes
- 4Imperial Bedroom160 Votes
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When they performed: May 18, 2019
What makes this performance so terrible: DJ Khaled's May 2019 performance on SNL featured an array of guest stars but lacked cohesion. Known for collaborations, his set resembled a medley rather than focusing on individual songs or themes, which left viewers feeling disconnected from what should have been a high-energy spectacle.- Genres (Music): Hip hop music, Southern hip hop
- Albums: We the Best, Suffering from Success, Listennn... The Album, Kiss the Ring, Victory
- Nationality: United States of America
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When they performed: January 14, 2012
What makes this performance so terrible: Lana Del Rey's debut on the SNL stage in January 2012 was highly anticipated but ultimately disappointing for many viewers. Her performance was marked by nervousness and vocal inconsistencies that did not match the lush sound of her recordings. The criticism she faced highlighted the challenges artists encounter when transitioning from studio to live performances.- Genres (Music): Baroque pop, Dream pop, Folk
- Albums: Born to Die, Paradise, Lana Del Rey, Die for Me, Kill Kill
- Nationality: United States of America
- 1Ultraviolence1,325 Votes
- 2Norman F*cking Rockwell1,222 Votes
- 3Honeymoon1,786 Votes
- 4Born to Die1,237 Votes
