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This is kind of a soap opera, but it really gets the music right. The changes in the music scene where Taylor Swift and her ilk are taking over, but what about real country? The ingenue is a perfect b*** but she has mitigating circumstances and is a fan of some old country, for instance the guitar player for the established star's band. Then there is the niece who is a waitress at The Bluebird Cafe who gets up to sing a little something. Wow ! T Bone Burnett did the music and it is pretty good, especially the little ditty from The Bluebird Cafe. T Bone did the music for O, Brother, Where Art Thou? You might have heard of it. This show is a lot like the movie Country Strong. If you liked that, you'll like this. It might be a little bit like Dallas or Dynasty, too.

Okay, in all fairness, I was about to award the full 10 points, but that wouldn't be fair to the other great shows out there, so I settled for 8,5. In the comedy genre, it's certainly worth a 9 though. I don't remember exactly why I started watching this show, but I am so glad I did! Jane Levy is extremely funny and Cheryl Hines... can't go wrong there. I wondered how on earth Suburgatory would continue to entertain me after the first - rather stereotypical- episode, because I was sure the characters would be too flat for further interesting stories. Let me assure you, they are not. I don't know how the writers manage it, but it's still quirky (not in a 'new girl' kinda way) en original. I like this show a lot. I just hope they don't drag it out, because I do believe the concept is limited. Overdoing it would ruin the show, honestly. One tip: if you did not like episode 1, seriously try episode 2 because it is very funny. Penguins and all.

This show is they Greys Anatomy of the police force! Like in GA, newbies in their profession, the characters struggle to gain experience while dealing with personal drama, be it falling for co-workers, dealing with annoying family situations, or their internal struggles. Unlike other cop shows, and LIKE Greys' Anatomy, the storyline focuses on the characters' lives and being a cop is just one part of a big puzzle. I think the writers are doing a great job developing the characters, and making the storyline believable, and how each episode isn't about just one story line. The characters' development is pretty well balanced throughout the season. The cast I also think is excellent. Great chemistry on and off screen among the actors! While I wish it was a regular season show, I also think that being a summer series is a big plus, because the show doesn't get lost in the long list of senior prime-time shows that it would have to compete with, even though I do think it can hold its own even if it was a regular season show. If season 3 is as good as the first two, I do believe this show has the potential to be a long-running series.