Do you think this is cool or creepy?

Whitney Houston (1963-2012) is one of pop music's most commercially successful artists of all time, with over 170 million records sold worldwide. With popular songs like "I Will Always Love You" and "How Will I Know," she remains the only artist to chart seven consecutive No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 hits. She also starred in a wide range of movies (and did work on their soundtracks) including "The Bodyguard" and "Waiting to Exhale."

I read today that Whitney Houston's "hologram" is scheduled to tour next year. Yes, you read that right. Hologram USA has patented what it calls a high-tech version" of a 16th century illusion known as Pepper's Ghost. The traditional illusion includes glass and foil, to which Hologram USA has added a patented combination of computer generated images (CGI), audio material, and moving parts.

So, in essence, fans will be treated to a 3D moving image of one of the most beloved pop stars that ever lived. Her family seems to be on board.

But that begs the question: Is this neat, eerie, or a little of both? On the one hand, it seems a nice way to honor the late artist and, in a sense, recreate the performances with which she dazzled audiences. But I foresee many people feeling as though they're witnessing Whitney coming back from the dead to perform -- if not her ghost.

Even if I were a hardcore fan, I probably wouldn't spend my money on something like this. I would much rather listen to the artist's music and watch videos showcasing their amazing talents.

What's your opinion? Are holograms interesting or a little over the top?

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