Six Reasons Empire’s Lucious Lyon Is A Terrible Label Boss

Empireis nearing the end of its much-ballyhooed first season, and itsnumbers are certainly making Fox look wisefor pouring vast sums of cash into marketing and promotion.

The show isthe first primetime broadcast in 23 years to experience audience growth during each of its five initial episodes; according to Fox Research, last week’s show was watched by 13.8 million people, up nearly 4 million from the debut. AndEmpireis breaking other kinds of barriers as well.

“I think you’re seeing shows with...