Jackie Evancho Finishes in Second Place
Find out how the votes came down on the America's Got Talent finale. Did your favorite win? Do you vote in reality competitions?
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Sunday, July 27, 2014
AGT 2010: Finale Night Shocker! Michael Grimm Pulls Out the Win
Jackie Evancho Finishes in Second Place
Find out how the votes came down on the America's Got Talent finale. Did your favorite win? Do you vote in reality competitions?
Saturday, July 26, 2014
AGT 2010: Arcattack and Prince Poppycock Go to the Semifinals
Four more acts move into the semifinals on AGT 2010 tonight. Bret Michaels performed live and unplugged. Find out all the details!
Friday, July 25, 2014
AGT 2010: Alice Tan Ridley, Ascendance and Michael Grimm Deliver
Antonio Restivo throws fire and magic on America's Got Talent. Dance groups Wreckless and Mona Sampath Dance Company both had good performances. Who is your favorite to move on to the semi finals on AGT?
Thursday, August 19, 2010
AGT 2010: Wildcard Results Show
Tonight was the last quarterfinal results show for America's Got Talent, sending four wildcard acts into the semifinals. Criss Angel performed his magic ... and Leann Rimes appeared on the stage (in an unrelated incident).
The judges' favorite acts were brought to the AGT stage to find out their fates in four groups, as usual. The first group called by Nick Cannon was: Kruti Dance Academy, Michael Grasso, Swingshift Side Show and Rudi Macaggi. I felt bad for Rudi Macaggi, but Michael Grasso was the clear winner of this group. After the obligatory camera pan, Nick Cannon pronounced him the newest semifinalist.
Criss Angel did an impressive act; escaping from a straightjacket while hanging upside down by the ankles... in under a minute. Howie Mandel and Piers Morgan provided comic relief as they strapped Angel into the jacket, with Piers giving him particularly hard yanks. "Did I do something to you earlier?" Criss Angel asked Morgan with a grin.
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The judges' favorite acts were brought to the AGT stage to find out their fates in four groups, as usual. The first group called by Nick Cannon was: Kruti Dance Academy, Michael Grasso, Swingshift Side Show and Rudi Macaggi. I felt bad for Rudi Macaggi, but Michael Grasso was the clear winner of this group. After the obligatory camera pan, Nick Cannon pronounced him the newest semifinalist.
Criss Angel did an impressive act; escaping from a straightjacket while hanging upside down by the ankles... in under a minute. Howie Mandel and Piers Morgan provided comic relief as they strapped Angel into the jacket, with Piers giving him particularly hard yanks. "Did I do something to you earlier?" Criss Angel asked Morgan with a grin.
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AGT 2010: Jackie Evancho's First Performance on Live TV
Watch young Jackie Evancho steal the judges (and audiences) hearts on her first visit to America's Got Talent 2010. This 10 year old had the moment of the season so far. Jackie Evancho was the top vote-getter on YouTube for the AGT auditions. America knows talent!
So what do you think? Do we have a new leader on AGT 2010?
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So what do you think? Do we have a new leader on AGT 2010?
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Wednesday, August 11, 2010
AGT 2010: Jackie Evancho, Dan Sperry & Maestro Alexander Bui Advance
After reading many of the reviews of last night's America's Got Talent YouTube contestants, I think we may have been a little harsh. Myself included. I forgot these people have never been in front of a major audience, let alone on live TV with judges. That being said, the rules are what they are and they play no favorites. So four more acts were advanced to the 2010 AGT semifinal rounds.
Nick Cannon called out the first group of YouTube contestants: Pup, Pizza Patt, Maestro Alexander Bui and Austin Anderson. Cannon asked Sharon Osbourne who she thought America voted for. "Oh, I just don't know!" said Osbourne. Seriously? How stupid does Sharon Osbourne think the American public, even those that watch and vote on talent shows, really is?
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Nick Cannon called out the first group of YouTube contestants: Pup, Pizza Patt, Maestro Alexander Bui and Austin Anderson. Cannon asked Sharon Osbourne who she thought America voted for. "Oh, I just don't know!" said Osbourne. Seriously? How stupid does Sharon Osbourne think the American public, even those that watch and vote on talent shows, really is?
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Tuesday, August 10, 2010
America's Got Talent 2010: Quarterfinals for YouTube Talent
The 5th week of quarterfinal competition on AGT 2010 ended tonight with the YouTube contestants taking the stage. Here are the 12 acts and the judges comment.
1. Plutonic - singing group
Great voices in this acapella group, and I must say I did not expect the rap from this group of geeky white dudes. They did it justice...except I could understand the words (first time for a rap song for me). Piers oughta like that he can understand the words too.
Howie Mandel: "... regardless of whether you like acapella or not, you are talented... I think people would go see something like this... and I think the name is perfectly fitting because I think those are the type of relationships you will have with the ladies."
Sharon Osbourne: "...your performance was really good guys... however I hate acapella groups..."
Piers Morgan: "...you are indisputably geeks... you are incredibly cheesy... but I liked it"
2. Dylan Plummer - acrobatic jump roper
Dylan Plummer can jump rope! It was a cool act and a different one. He might have missed a couple of jumps but it was fun to watch.
Howie Mandel: "... you had a couple of misses there didn't you ...you need tome to perfect it..."
Sharon Osbourne: "... very quick feet you've got... the transition is great.. you did very well..."
Piers Morgan: "...I was pretty surprised... I was waiting for you to make mistakes so I could buzz you and you didn't..."
1. Plutonic - singing group
Great voices in this acapella group, and I must say I did not expect the rap from this group of geeky white dudes. They did it justice...except I could understand the words (first time for a rap song for me). Piers oughta like that he can understand the words too.
Howie Mandel: "... regardless of whether you like acapella or not, you are talented... I think people would go see something like this... and I think the name is perfectly fitting because I think those are the type of relationships you will have with the ladies."
Sharon Osbourne: "...your performance was really good guys... however I hate acapella groups..."
Piers Morgan: "...you are indisputably geeks... you are incredibly cheesy... but I liked it"
2. Dylan Plummer - acrobatic jump roper
Dylan Plummer can jump rope! It was a cool act and a different one. He might have missed a couple of jumps but it was fun to watch.
Howie Mandel: "... you had a couple of misses there didn't you ...you need tome to perfect it..."
Sharon Osbourne: "... very quick feet you've got... the transition is great.. you did very well..."
Piers Morgan: "...I was pretty surprised... I was waiting for you to make mistakes so I could buzz you and you didn't..."
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
AGT 2010: Arcattack and Prince Poppycock Go to the Semifinals
The 4th week of quarterfinal competitions ended last night on America's Got Talent. Tonight the results were revealed live and four more acts joined the group of semi finalists. Last night was the closest night of competition and one act in particular was left on AGT.
Nick Cannon called out the first group of AGT acts: Doogie Horner, Mary Ellen and Murray. I was a little worried that somehow a joke would be played on us and Mary Ellen would be allowed to continue. Thankfully, mercifully, the magic of Murray and his tiger were enough to boot Mary Ellen from our lives.
Taio Cruz entertained the crowd with his hit single "Dynamite" from his album Rock Star.
Taylor Mathews, Da Maniacs and Lindsey Stirling all came out as the second group to learn their fate. This was a pretty easy call after last night's performances. I was glad to see Taylor Mathews up against the other two act. Taylor Mathews was pronounced the second act moving on in AGT 2010.
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Nick Cannon called out the first group of AGT acts: Doogie Horner, Mary Ellen and Murray. I was a little worried that somehow a joke would be played on us and Mary Ellen would be allowed to continue. Thankfully, mercifully, the magic of Murray and his tiger were enough to boot Mary Ellen from our lives.
Taio Cruz entertained the crowd with his hit single "Dynamite" from his album Rock Star.
Taylor Mathews, Da Maniacs and Lindsey Stirling all came out as the second group to learn their fate. This was a pretty easy call after last night's performances. I was glad to see Taylor Mathews up against the other two act. Taylor Mathews was pronounced the second act moving on in AGT 2010.
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Tuesday, August 3, 2010
AGT 2010: 4th Week of Live Quarterfinals
This is the 4th week of live quarterfinal competition on America's Got Talent. Only four act will move on to the semifinal round. This seemed like the toughest night for AGT contestants, as far as competition and the talent level.
1. Da Maniacs: dance crew
I was prepared to hate this group of misfits on the dance floor. I must admit I had fun watching. They were not a train wreck and in fact, they were pretty good dancers. There was one small wardrobe malfunction, but it did not slow the groups performance. Neither did the buzzer from Piers Morgan.
Howie Mandel: "...it's a lot of fun, but... are you the guys from last week?..."
Sharon Osbourne: "...we are not true professional dancers, but you are entertaining..."
Piers Morgan: "... I do like you, you are very entertaining in a strange manner... there's already a competition show for you, it's called "The Biggest Loser"..."
2. Nu Covenant - singing group
Singing "Too Late to Apologize" something was just really bad with the harmonies tonight. They were completely off. Both Sharon and Piers buzzed the group. It was really not good.
Howie Mandel: "... this is live television..the weight of that showed...you were flat"
Sharon Osbourne: "... you look incredible...the harmonies weren't happening tonight, that's why I buzzed you..."
Piers Morgan: "...you were flat as a pancake for most of it...pop songs are just not your thing...wrong song choice... I like you."
1. Da Maniacs: dance crew
I was prepared to hate this group of misfits on the dance floor. I must admit I had fun watching. They were not a train wreck and in fact, they were pretty good dancers. There was one small wardrobe malfunction, but it did not slow the groups performance. Neither did the buzzer from Piers Morgan.
Howie Mandel: "...it's a lot of fun, but... are you the guys from last week?..."
Sharon Osbourne: "...we are not true professional dancers, but you are entertaining..."
Piers Morgan: "... I do like you, you are very entertaining in a strange manner... there's already a competition show for you, it's called "The Biggest Loser"..."
2. Nu Covenant - singing group
Singing "Too Late to Apologize" something was just really bad with the harmonies tonight. They were completely off. Both Sharon and Piers buzzed the group. It was really not good.
Howie Mandel: "... this is live television..the weight of that showed...you were flat"
Sharon Osbourne: "... you look incredible...the harmonies weren't happening tonight, that's why I buzzed you..."
Piers Morgan: "...you were flat as a pancake for most of it...pop songs are just not your thing...wrong song choice... I like you."
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
AGT 2010: 3rd Live Quarter Final Results Show
Nick Cannon started off the night on America's Got Talent asking Howie Mandel about his comments on the 'wow factor' last night. In fact, he called him "Howie Wowie" after the judge repeatedly chastized acts for not having a wow moment. Howie explained to Nick that "wow means wow, if there were another word for it I would use it."
Piers Morgan jumped in to throw a few bashes Howie's way calling him "Howie Halfwit" after the comedian's choices thus far in the comedy category. This is well deserved, I think, since the comedy acts have been atrocious this year on AGT.
Howie Mandel battled back saying that Piers Morgan is doing the PR circuits and "besmirching his name". Howie went on to refer to Morgan as a "besmirch-er" when they later were confronting Chipps Cooney, the source of the trouble last night.
The live results finally got started as Nick Cannon called the first three acts to the stage: South Philly Vikings, CJ Dippa and Haspop. I got a fleeting sick feeling that young rapper CJ Dippa might beat out the amazing dance of Haspop. Luckily America got it right and voted to send Haspop on to the AGT 2010 semi finals. I was a little shocked to see CJ Dippa leave so early. I thought he would be a possible judges pick tonight.
Dance crew and former AGT contestants, Jabberwocky, took over the stage next. There is a reason these guys are now headlining a show at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Jabberwocky reach out and grab the audience from the costumes, complete with white masks, to some of the best hip hop ever.
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Piers Morgan jumped in to throw a few bashes Howie's way calling him "Howie Halfwit" after the comedian's choices thus far in the comedy category. This is well deserved, I think, since the comedy acts have been atrocious this year on AGT.
Howie Mandel battled back saying that Piers Morgan is doing the PR circuits and "besmirching his name". Howie went on to refer to Morgan as a "besmirch-er" when they later were confronting Chipps Cooney, the source of the trouble last night.
The live results finally got started as Nick Cannon called the first three acts to the stage: South Philly Vikings, CJ Dippa and Haspop. I got a fleeting sick feeling that young rapper CJ Dippa might beat out the amazing dance of Haspop. Luckily America got it right and voted to send Haspop on to the AGT 2010 semi finals. I was a little shocked to see CJ Dippa leave so early. I thought he would be a possible judges pick tonight.
Dance crew and former AGT contestants, Jabberwocky, took over the stage next. There is a reason these guys are now headlining a show at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Jabberwocky reach out and grab the audience from the costumes, complete with white masks, to some of the best hip hop ever.
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Wednesday, July 21, 2010
AGT 2010: Michael Grimm, Alice Tan Ridley, Ascendance & Antonio Restivo Coast to the Semi Finals
Cirque Du Soleil & Train Perform on Live Elimination Night
Wednesday night is time to find out who moved on to the semi finals on America's Got Talent. We were also treated to a performance by Cirque du Soleil, always entertaining. The band Train hit the AGT stage later with their hit "Hey Soul Sister".
The first acts called out were: Ascendance (rock wall dancers), Mona Sampath Dance Co. (Bollywood dance group) and Ronith (comedian?). Thankfully we will no longer have to guess as to what the talent is that Howie Mandel sees in Ronith. Ascendance was the first act voted into the AGT 2010 semi finals tonight.
Alice Tan Ridley (singer), Iron Horse (band) and Cheer SF (cheerleading squad) were called out for the next group. The obvious crowd and AGT judge favorite was Alice Tan Ridley and in this group she was the easy choice. America followed suit and voted a thankful Ridley through.
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AGT 2010: Second Week of Quarter Finals Live
Tonight was a tough night for America's Got Talent. It started slowly, lagged in the middle and there was little or no bang at the end. There were a few talented acts, but Piers Morgan used his 'X' button nearly as much as during auditions. NBC must be really cutting budgets this year to need to fill up this many weeks with AGT acts.
At least we did not have to wait long for Alice Tan Ridley. The mother of Academy Award nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe ("Precious"), took the stage looking absolutely stunning. She sang "Midnight Train to Georgia" with the feeling of Gladys Knight and all three Pips, earning herself a standing ovation from all three judges. Ridley has been singing in the subways to earn money to support her family, and now says it's time to come out "into the sunlight". Welcome to the warmth Alice.
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AGT 2010 Quarter Finals Act 1: Cheer SF
A multi-age cheer group doing exactly what you would expect. Not much new here.
Piers Morgan: "... it was all a bit sophamoric"
Sharon Osbourne: "...I loved your enthusiasm... I thought it should be more sophisticated..."
Howie Mandel: "... it wasn't as technically amazing as some [of the other acts]... I like the fact that you have all ages..."
At least we did not have to wait long for Alice Tan Ridley. The mother of Academy Award nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe ("Precious"), took the stage looking absolutely stunning. She sang "Midnight Train to Georgia" with the feeling of Gladys Knight and all three Pips, earning herself a standing ovation from all three judges. Ridley has been singing in the subways to earn money to support her family, and now says it's time to come out "into the sunlight". Welcome to the warmth Alice.
Finish article now or read on for full AGT judges comments and quotes.
AGT 2010 Quarter Finals Act 1: Cheer SF
A multi-age cheer group doing exactly what you would expect. Not much new here.
Piers Morgan: "... it was all a bit sophamoric"
Sharon Osbourne: "...I loved your enthusiasm... I thought it should be more sophisticated..."
Howie Mandel: "... it wasn't as technically amazing as some [of the other acts]... I like the fact that you have all ages..."
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Future Funk and Fighting Gravity Go to Semi Finals on AGT
Tonight was more of a sigh of relief than a shocker on America's Got Talent. The voting public did not allow for any silly groups to slip into the semi final round. Voters decided the first three acts to go through and the fourth was left to the judges to choose between the 4th and 5th vote-getters.
The acts were called out in groups of three. The first group consisted of Airpocalypse, Nate Kenyon and Sally Cohn. Nathaniel Kenyon, the sickly singer from last night (with Justin Bieber hair) was the only slight surprise of the night. I thought he might wind up getting picked by the judges, but apparently his looks carried him to the semi finals of AGT.
Selena Gomez took the stage to perform her new single, or rather to lip sync. She did look fantastic in a beautiful dress. I'll giver her performance a Paula Abdul clap.
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The acts were called out in groups of three. The first group consisted of Airpocalypse, Nate Kenyon and Sally Cohn. Nathaniel Kenyon, the sickly singer from last night (with Justin Bieber hair) was the only slight surprise of the night. I thought he might wind up getting picked by the judges, but apparently his looks carried him to the semi finals of AGT.
Selena Gomez took the stage to perform her new single, or rather to lip sync. She did look fantastic in a beautiful dress. I'll giver her performance a Paula Abdul clap.
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Wednesday, July 14, 2010
First Live Night on America's Got Talent: Fighting Gravity is the Act to BeatAmer
The first 12 acts took the stage live tonight in the America's Got Talent quarter finals. Only four will move on to the semi finals. Judging from tonight's performances it may be tough to find four in this group.
Here is how the night played out on AGT.
First up was Kung Fu Heroes, a combination of martial arts and dancing. They were okay and may have wanted to go easy in case of opening night nerves. They better go bigger if they get to come back for the semi finals.
Piers: "... it wasn't as mad as in your audition..."
Sharon:"...it was more like a martial arts exhibition."
Howie:"...it's the choreography that was weak..." and then described the group as "Power Rangers with eye shadow".
Here is how the night played out on AGT.
First up was Kung Fu Heroes, a combination of martial arts and dancing. They were okay and may have wanted to go easy in case of opening night nerves. They better go bigger if they get to come back for the semi finals.
Piers: "... it wasn't as mad as in your audition..."
Sharon:"...it was more like a martial arts exhibition."
Howie:"...it's the choreography that was weak..." and then described the group as "Power Rangers with eye shadow".
Saturday, July 3, 2010
AGT: Last Week of Auditions for Vegas
This was the final week of state auditions for America's Got Talent. The latest crop of talented Americans are now off to Las Vegas. You just can't get more American than Vegas.
It's hard to pick any favorites since we have only seen a handful of acts that have a real chance of winning AGT. I set off to find a few clips of what I think are the acts to watch this season.
Don't worry if you don't see your favorite act, I included a link watch full episodes of AGT 2010 at the end.
And don't forget to vote for your favorite act at www.youtube.com/AGT
It's hard to pick any favorites since we have only seen a handful of acts that have a real chance of winning AGT. I set off to find a few clips of what I think are the acts to watch this season.
Don't worry if you don't see your favorite act, I included a link watch full episodes of AGT 2010 at the end.
And don't forget to vote for your favorite act at www.youtube.com/AGT
Monday, September 14, 2009
America's Got Talent: Final Performances 9/14/2009
Finally night is finally here on America's Got Talent! With Susan Boyle as a guest on the 2hr finale, this should be a fun show. I hope they all do well, I like all the acts this season.
My dark horse pick is Drew Stevyns, so I hope he brings it tonight. He will have his hands full with Lawrence Beeman and Kevin Skinner as the other male vocalists on AGT.
My absolute favorite act this season on AGT is Recycled Percussion. They have surprised me with every performance. I think they would be the most obvious choice for a Las Vegas show and could definitely rock the house for 90 minutes.
Here is how it went down:
Voices of Glory: "Greatest Love of All" by Whitney Houston
The boys took the judges advice and bowed to their talented little sister. This little 9 year old is a great singing talent. This song was a little too big for her, but they were still strong. It was one of their better harmonies too.
Hairo Torres: Music montage
While I would love to watch Hairo Torres for hours dancing his ass off. He did really well, but I think he got a little sloppy in the middle. Okay, he was spinning on his head... but if you are a pro, you do it perfectly. Hairo Torres has huge potential, but I agree with Piers. I don't think he did enough. I liked Hairo with the group, he really stood out as a star.
Lawrence Beeman: "You're the First, My Last, My Everything" by Barry White
Lawrence Beeman went with his strengths tonight. It showed. He looked relaxed. I still was not crazy about the song choice, it was a little boring. Lawrence has a real chance at winning though. He just needs to work on his stage presence.
Barbara Padilla: Opera (sorry)
Barbara Padilla is the shoe in to win this America's Got Talent season. It's going to come down to the country music lovers vs the opera lovers. Now which ones do you think watch more AGT? Either way Barbara Padilla will no doubt sign with any opera company she wants after this.
Fab Five:
This dance group of sisters are truly talented. They could be the surprise ending for AGT. I hate the 80's outfits, but the dancing is great. I think they could easily fill a 90 minute time slot. The Fab Five definitely put a younger feel to this act and I thought it worked again for them.
Texas Tenors: "My Way" by Frank Sinatra
Well I said it may come down to opera fans vs country music fans. What does that mean for three opera singing cowboys. The Texas Tenors are a strong group, but I don't think they have enough to win.
Drew Stevyns: "I'll Stand By You" by the Pretenders
Drew Stevyns is a cross between Rob Thomas and Chris Daughtry, two of my favorites. I think he picked a great song for his voice and milked it for all he could. I would buy a Drew Stevyns CD. Sharon Osborne with the comment of the night "your trousers could be a bit tighter", and "no it's a compliment, shows I've been looking at his... stuff all night!"
Grandma Lee: Comedy
No doubt about it, Grandma Lee is out of this race unless America does some strange voting tonight after AGT. She is pretty funny, but not 90 minutes in Vegas funny. I think Grandma Lee will do great on the talk show circuit. Best joke "Piers is sweating like Ryan Seacrest watching Broke Back Mountain". Oh, and she came out very pregnant. Piers called her a "shameless little hussy"... who needs Paula and Simon.
Kevin Skinner: "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Aerosmith
Surprising song choice for Kevin Skinner, the chicken farmer turned country singer. Kevin had a great start, but he lost his glow a few weeks ago for me. I think this was his worst performance. It sounded flat throughout the song. Too bad, I like Kevin Skinner. I have no idea what the judges heard, but it was not what I heard.
Recycled Percussion: "Wipeout"
Loved it from the start! This is the perfect start for this noise band. I was a little disappointed with the ending, but it was awesome. This is the act that is built for a Vegas stage show right now. With two drummers drumming, one guitarist whaling and a DJ.... add water and fire, what's not to love? These guys still get my vote!
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My dark horse pick is Drew Stevyns, so I hope he brings it tonight. He will have his hands full with Lawrence Beeman and Kevin Skinner as the other male vocalists on AGT.
My absolute favorite act this season on AGT is Recycled Percussion. They have surprised me with every performance. I think they would be the most obvious choice for a Las Vegas show and could definitely rock the house for 90 minutes.
Here is how it went down:
Voices of Glory: "Greatest Love of All" by Whitney Houston
The boys took the judges advice and bowed to their talented little sister. This little 9 year old is a great singing talent. This song was a little too big for her, but they were still strong. It was one of their better harmonies too.
Hairo Torres: Music montage
While I would love to watch Hairo Torres for hours dancing his ass off. He did really well, but I think he got a little sloppy in the middle. Okay, he was spinning on his head... but if you are a pro, you do it perfectly. Hairo Torres has huge potential, but I agree with Piers. I don't think he did enough. I liked Hairo with the group, he really stood out as a star.
Lawrence Beeman: "You're the First, My Last, My Everything" by Barry White
Lawrence Beeman went with his strengths tonight. It showed. He looked relaxed. I still was not crazy about the song choice, it was a little boring. Lawrence has a real chance at winning though. He just needs to work on his stage presence.
Barbara Padilla: Opera (sorry)
Barbara Padilla is the shoe in to win this America's Got Talent season. It's going to come down to the country music lovers vs the opera lovers. Now which ones do you think watch more AGT? Either way Barbara Padilla will no doubt sign with any opera company she wants after this.
Fab Five:
This dance group of sisters are truly talented. They could be the surprise ending for AGT. I hate the 80's outfits, but the dancing is great. I think they could easily fill a 90 minute time slot. The Fab Five definitely put a younger feel to this act and I thought it worked again for them.
Texas Tenors: "My Way" by Frank Sinatra
Well I said it may come down to opera fans vs country music fans. What does that mean for three opera singing cowboys. The Texas Tenors are a strong group, but I don't think they have enough to win.
Drew Stevyns: "I'll Stand By You" by the Pretenders
Drew Stevyns is a cross between Rob Thomas and Chris Daughtry, two of my favorites. I think he picked a great song for his voice and milked it for all he could. I would buy a Drew Stevyns CD. Sharon Osborne with the comment of the night "your trousers could be a bit tighter", and "no it's a compliment, shows I've been looking at his... stuff all night!"
Grandma Lee: Comedy
No doubt about it, Grandma Lee is out of this race unless America does some strange voting tonight after AGT. She is pretty funny, but not 90 minutes in Vegas funny. I think Grandma Lee will do great on the talk show circuit. Best joke "Piers is sweating like Ryan Seacrest watching Broke Back Mountain". Oh, and she came out very pregnant. Piers called her a "shameless little hussy"... who needs Paula and Simon.
Kevin Skinner: "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Aerosmith
Surprising song choice for Kevin Skinner, the chicken farmer turned country singer. Kevin had a great start, but he lost his glow a few weeks ago for me. I think this was his worst performance. It sounded flat throughout the song. Too bad, I like Kevin Skinner. I have no idea what the judges heard, but it was not what I heard.
Recycled Percussion: "Wipeout"
Loved it from the start! This is the perfect start for this noise band. I was a little disappointed with the ending, but it was awesome. This is the act that is built for a Vegas stage show right now. With two drummers drumming, one guitarist whaling and a DJ.... add water and fire, what's not to love? These guys still get my vote!
That's it, now go vote! Vote Now
Monday, September 7, 2009
America's Got Talent: My picks and faves
My picks for this season of America's Got Talent are pretty easy: Kevin Skinner or Recycled Percussion. Those are two acts that would have never found the same stage had it not been for this talent show, that's why I love AGT.
I really like Grandma Lee, but I don't see watching her for a whole show in Vegas. I'm sure she would do it and do it well, just not for me.
My other dark horse of this season of AGT is Drew Stevyns... last time, WOW! I would definitely listen to that gravelly voice, over and over. I think I broke YouTube the other day watching his video of "How to Save a Life"... I like it far better than the original.
I'll try to find some videos but NBC seems to be quite snarky about not allowing them off their site, so here is a link to all the most current updates too: America's Got Talent
I really like Grandma Lee, but I don't see watching her for a whole show in Vegas. I'm sure she would do it and do it well, just not for me.
My other dark horse of this season of AGT is Drew Stevyns... last time, WOW! I would definitely listen to that gravelly voice, over and over. I think I broke YouTube the other day watching his video of "How to Save a Life"... I like it far better than the original.
I'll try to find some videos but NBC seems to be quite snarky about not allowing them off their site, so here is a link to all the most current updates too: America's Got Talent
Friday, July 3, 2009
America's Got Talent 2009 Videos
Here are the most recent additions to the Las Vegas finals for America's Got Talent:
Kevin Skinner (35) Unemployed Farmer/singer
Viva the dancing dog! Pam & Viva Martin
Jay Mattioli magician
The Fab Five
Kevin Skinner (35) Unemployed Farmer/singer
Viva the dancing dog! Pam & Viva Martin
Jay Mattioli magician
The Fab Five
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
America's Got Talent Kicks Off the New Season 6/23/2009
America's Got Talent kicked off the latest season complete with a new host, Nick Cannon. I was a big fan of Jerry Springer hosting. Nick Cannon really surprised me! I really enjoyed Nick Cannon and his interactions with the contestants.
As with all talent shows America's Got Talent started with mostly bad acts and just a glimpse at the talent that is to come in the next few weeks. It looks promising though!
Footworks Kings:
The Voices of Glory:
If this family trio does not make you cry (or at least feel great), there is something wrong! All of the judges were choked up (especially Sharon Osborne), and Piers Morgan was the first to stand and applaud them saying, "Brilliant".
Rockin' Rory (the Australian Shepherd):
This dog is truly amazing!
And I loved the fact that Rory continued to 'mind' the discs after the act was over!
David Johnson: Ok, this was just kinda funny.
That is all the videos available for now. I will post more as they become available!
As with all talent shows America's Got Talent started with mostly bad acts and just a glimpse at the talent that is to come in the next few weeks. It looks promising though!
Footworks Kings:
The Voices of Glory:
If this family trio does not make you cry (or at least feel great), there is something wrong! All of the judges were choked up (especially Sharon Osborne), and Piers Morgan was the first to stand and applaud them saying, "Brilliant".
Rockin' Rory (the Australian Shepherd):
This dog is truly amazing!
And I loved the fact that Rory continued to 'mind' the discs after the act was over!
David Johnson: Ok, this was just kinda funny.
That is all the videos available for now. I will post more as they become available!
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