Don't misunderstand, I think Clay has a good voice. His range is incredible and he has come a long way in his 'Idol' appearance and, I think he is probably from what I've seen one hell of a person but, he is not, I repeat, not pop or mainstream.
Would I pay to see a concert of his at the Palace or Joe Louis? No way in hell. Would I pay to see him on Broadway? I would sell my children to do it. That's that's not the point of the show, though. He just doesn't fit the bill.