No observer of the music scene could ever have predicted that.

But some observers predict this round of challenges may have a different result.

Many observers predict the situation will be worse this year.

Many observers of the concert scene predicted he would never set foot on a stage again.

Most experienced observers predicted a year of struggle for the new team.

Some observers predict that by year's end the price will be at $99.95.

Most observers predicted an easy England win on a deteriorating surface.

Some observers predict Sears will fare no better this time around.

Many observers had predicted race wins and possibly even a title challenge.

But few observers could have predicted that they would land so far afield.