I'm pretty satisfied with America's choices this week!
Haspop
He was my favorite act from the night, so I'm really happy to see him go through. He's really, really fun to watch and I can't wait to see how far he goes!
The Studio One Young Beast Society
I'm so glad to see a dance group go to the semi-finals! They are a really talented group of dancers and I'm really excited to see what they have in store for next week
Debora Romer
I kind of saw this one coming, but she wasn't my favorite. She's definitely in the top 6 overall, so I'd rather see her go through than some of the others.
Jeremy VanSchoonhoven
I must admit I was quite upset to see Kaya & Sadie go home, but Jeremy definiely deserves the chance to perform in Vegas. He comes off as very modest and shy, but his act last night was really great.
3/4 is pretty good! I'll take it! Thanks America!
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
(5) Quarter-Finals Round 3 REVIEWS
By far the best quarter-finals round yet!
The South Philly Vikings
Their costumes are great, but I'm not sure they're really the best dance group on the show. I think if they made it into more of a story it might be better, but I just can't see them moving forward, especially compared to the talent of everyone else tonight.
CJ Dippa
Does he have personality or what!?! He's certainly very cute and has a great showman's personality. I also like that he writes his own raps and creates the beats (or so he says). I really wish I could understand what he was saying, because I honestly cannot see anyone sitting through him doing that for more than a couple minutes, simply because you can't understand him.
Harmonic Pierre
He's no doubt a very talented harmonic player, but I just don't think it's WOW Factor enough for this show. I liked his choice of song this week, and I think that the only way he would ever continue in this show is if he did more modern music like that.
Polina Volchek
I thought her previous performances were a lot better, and I was, like Piers, somewhat dissapointed with her peformance tonight. However, because she is so fluid and talented, I think that we should forget this performance and really base the decision on what she has shown us. I don't think this performance was terrible; she was very fluid and graceful.
The Strange Familiar
I agree with Sharon that this was just not the right song choice for them. She is a very talented singer, but I don't think this song showcased it. However, even with the right song, I don't think they could really be any more than just a band who sings other people's music. I'm sure there are thousands of bands across the country that could do what they do.
Haspop
This was one of my favorite performances of the night! This was very WOW Factor and was really, really fun and cool to watch. His dance moves are so unique and fluid. Before this performance I was comparing him to Hairo Torres from last season, but this performance far outdid Hairo in my opinion. I really hope America votes him through.
Luigi
I think that Luigi really has potential, but I just don't think this was his best performance. At the beginning I thought that he was really good and then it started to falter a little. I think he needs a bit more experience and practice before he does something like this again.
Chipps Cooney
Wow: that was pathetic. OK, maybe his "bad magician" character was a bit funny, but this performance completely blew his chances at anything. Plus, he even admitted he ran out of illusions to "be bad at" which shows he's completely talentless.
Kaya & Sadie
Not only are these girls extremely attractive, but they can really belly dance. I was a little worried when they did that ribbon dancing at the beginning, but once they bent over and started the belly dancing I was really amazed. They are truly talented and I thought the whole set and costumes really worked for them.
Jeremy VanSchoonhoven
I liked all of his acts before, but this was by far the best. It was very intense to watch him do that jumping while blindfolded, and I think that really made his performance better. It really is extreme and scary to watch, which makes it all the more exciting when he makes it!
Debora Romer
I don't know if it's just me, or the way it came through the TV, or what, but I really didn't think Debora was that good of a singer. It sounded like she was off key a lot and really high pitched and some points. I really just did not like her.
Studio One Young Beast Society
What a great way to end the show! They were fantastic! Not only can they dance very well technically, but they can do really cool tricks as well. Most dance groups are only good at one or the other, but this group really did them both very well and blended them very well too. I have been waiting FOREVER for a dance group to go far in the competition and I really think that this group has the potential to be that one.
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My top 4 favorite acts:
-Haspop
-Kaya & Sadie
-Jeremy VanSchoonhoven
-Studio One Young Beast Society
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The South Philly Vikings
Their costumes are great, but I'm not sure they're really the best dance group on the show. I think if they made it into more of a story it might be better, but I just can't see them moving forward, especially compared to the talent of everyone else tonight.
CJ Dippa
Does he have personality or what!?! He's certainly very cute and has a great showman's personality. I also like that he writes his own raps and creates the beats (or so he says). I really wish I could understand what he was saying, because I honestly cannot see anyone sitting through him doing that for more than a couple minutes, simply because you can't understand him.
Harmonic Pierre
He's no doubt a very talented harmonic player, but I just don't think it's WOW Factor enough for this show. I liked his choice of song this week, and I think that the only way he would ever continue in this show is if he did more modern music like that.
Polina Volchek
I thought her previous performances were a lot better, and I was, like Piers, somewhat dissapointed with her peformance tonight. However, because she is so fluid and talented, I think that we should forget this performance and really base the decision on what she has shown us. I don't think this performance was terrible; she was very fluid and graceful.
The Strange Familiar
I agree with Sharon that this was just not the right song choice for them. She is a very talented singer, but I don't think this song showcased it. However, even with the right song, I don't think they could really be any more than just a band who sings other people's music. I'm sure there are thousands of bands across the country that could do what they do.
Haspop
This was one of my favorite performances of the night! This was very WOW Factor and was really, really fun and cool to watch. His dance moves are so unique and fluid. Before this performance I was comparing him to Hairo Torres from last season, but this performance far outdid Hairo in my opinion. I really hope America votes him through.
Luigi
I think that Luigi really has potential, but I just don't think this was his best performance. At the beginning I thought that he was really good and then it started to falter a little. I think he needs a bit more experience and practice before he does something like this again.
Chipps Cooney
Wow: that was pathetic. OK, maybe his "bad magician" character was a bit funny, but this performance completely blew his chances at anything. Plus, he even admitted he ran out of illusions to "be bad at" which shows he's completely talentless.
Kaya & Sadie
Not only are these girls extremely attractive, but they can really belly dance. I was a little worried when they did that ribbon dancing at the beginning, but once they bent over and started the belly dancing I was really amazed. They are truly talented and I thought the whole set and costumes really worked for them.
Jeremy VanSchoonhoven
I liked all of his acts before, but this was by far the best. It was very intense to watch him do that jumping while blindfolded, and I think that really made his performance better. It really is extreme and scary to watch, which makes it all the more exciting when he makes it!
Debora Romer
I don't know if it's just me, or the way it came through the TV, or what, but I really didn't think Debora was that good of a singer. It sounded like she was off key a lot and really high pitched and some points. I really just did not like her.
Studio One Young Beast Society
What a great way to end the show! They were fantastic! Not only can they dance very well technically, but they can do really cool tricks as well. Most dance groups are only good at one or the other, but this group really did them both very well and blended them very well too. I have been waiting FOREVER for a dance group to go far in the competition and I really think that this group has the potential to be that one.
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My top 4 favorite acts:
-Haspop
-Kaya & Sadie
-Jeremy VanSchoonhoven
-Studio One Young Beast Society
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Thursday, July 22, 2010
(5) Quarter-Finals Round 2 RESULTS
Eh...
Alice Tan Ridley
I kind of figured she would make it through, but she's not my favorite.
AscenDance
They are great! I'm glad America likes them. I would be happy to see them win it all!
Michael Grimm
Well, he doesn't suck, so I'll take it.
Antonio Restivo
Probably would have been my fifth choice. I like the fire/magic combo.
1/4. Yikes! I'm not doing too well...
Alice Tan Ridley
I kind of figured she would make it through, but she's not my favorite.
AscenDance
They are great! I'm glad America likes them. I would be happy to see them win it all!
Michael Grimm
Well, he doesn't suck, so I'll take it.
Antonio Restivo
Probably would have been my fifth choice. I like the fire/magic combo.
1/4. Yikes! I'm not doing too well...
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
(5) Quarter-Finals Round 2 REVIEWS
A good night for dance groups, but not so great when it comes to the other acts.
Cheer SF
I actually liked them a lot. I've never seen a cheer group do all that stuff before. I thought it was really, really cool and I was surprised they got buzzed.
Alice Tan Ridley
I guess she's a good singer, but her voice is a little too raspy for me. She's fine but I don't really want to see another singer win the competition.
Mona Sampath Dance Company
I thought they were fantastic! Really fun and really unique. I like their fusion and variety of dance moves.
Iron Horse
This act was pretty pathetic in my opinion. It was not very interesting and that guy is not a very good singer. The trick was cool but it just wasn't worthy of the quality of talent that is on this show.
The Strong Man
Sure, it's cool that he's strong, but this act was just plain boring to watch. It was too slow and Piers is right in saying that he's not enough of a showman.
Ronith
He's pathetic. I can't believe they ever let him through from the first round. His impressions aren't good and although that may be funny, he's certainly not 'talented' and it isn't right for Vegas.
Hannibal Means
I generally really like Hannibal as a singer, but I don't think this song really did him justice. He should have done something more operatic.
Wreckless
I thought they were great tonight. I really liked the dancing and the little storyline.
Lil Chris
He's simply too young for the competition. Give him 5 or 6 years and he'll be a great singer.
AscenDance
I was really impressed by this act. It was really cool to watch and, like Sharon said, I think it would look great in Vegas with a huge wall and 10-15 people all doing it.
Antonio Restivo
I like that he's fire AND magic, but he needs to do more impressive magic tricks than just making people disappear/appear.
Michael Grimm
He's definitely the most talented male singer in the competition, but overall I wouldn't say he's that great. But I know America's going to put at least one male singer through to the finale, so at least let it be him.
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Here are the four acts I think deserve a spot in the next round:
-Cheer SF
-Wreckless
-Mona Sampath Dance Company
-AscenDance
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Cheer SF
I actually liked them a lot. I've never seen a cheer group do all that stuff before. I thought it was really, really cool and I was surprised they got buzzed.
Alice Tan Ridley
I guess she's a good singer, but her voice is a little too raspy for me. She's fine but I don't really want to see another singer win the competition.
Mona Sampath Dance Company
I thought they were fantastic! Really fun and really unique. I like their fusion and variety of dance moves.
Iron Horse
This act was pretty pathetic in my opinion. It was not very interesting and that guy is not a very good singer. The trick was cool but it just wasn't worthy of the quality of talent that is on this show.
The Strong Man
Sure, it's cool that he's strong, but this act was just plain boring to watch. It was too slow and Piers is right in saying that he's not enough of a showman.
Ronith
He's pathetic. I can't believe they ever let him through from the first round. His impressions aren't good and although that may be funny, he's certainly not 'talented' and it isn't right for Vegas.
Hannibal Means
I generally really like Hannibal as a singer, but I don't think this song really did him justice. He should have done something more operatic.
Wreckless
I thought they were great tonight. I really liked the dancing and the little storyline.
Lil Chris
He's simply too young for the competition. Give him 5 or 6 years and he'll be a great singer.
AscenDance
I was really impressed by this act. It was really cool to watch and, like Sharon said, I think it would look great in Vegas with a huge wall and 10-15 people all doing it.
Antonio Restivo
I like that he's fire AND magic, but he needs to do more impressive magic tricks than just making people disappear/appear.
Michael Grimm
He's definitely the most talented male singer in the competition, but overall I wouldn't say he's that great. But I know America's going to put at least one male singer through to the finale, so at least let it be him.
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Here are the four acts I think deserve a spot in the next round:
-Cheer SF
-Wreckless
-Mona Sampath Dance Company
-AscenDance
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Thursday, July 15, 2010
(5) Quarter-Finals Round 1 RESULTS
The first of the Top 24:
Nathaniel Kenyon
Eh....This is starting to remind me of Kevin Skinner and how he really wasn't that good but America seemed to like him for some reason. All I can say is: this kid better not win.
Fighting Gravity
I knew they would go through! They are truly unique and very fun to watch!
Christina & Ali
Great to see them go through but sad to see them beat The Hot Shot Tap Dancers. I can't wait to hear what they sing in the next round.
Future Funk
I would have prefered RNG but I understand why America likes them so much. They are very cute and are surely talented. I hope they bring something new next week.
2/4 isn't bad. At least I agree with 50% of the top 24 at this point...
Nathaniel Kenyon
Eh....This is starting to remind me of Kevin Skinner and how he really wasn't that good but America seemed to like him for some reason. All I can say is: this kid better not win.
Fighting Gravity
I knew they would go through! They are truly unique and very fun to watch!
Christina & Ali
Great to see them go through but sad to see them beat The Hot Shot Tap Dancers. I can't wait to hear what they sing in the next round.
Future Funk
I would have prefered RNG but I understand why America likes them so much. They are very cute and are surely talented. I hope they bring something new next week.
2/4 isn't bad. At least I agree with 50% of the top 24 at this point...
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
(5) Quarter-Finals Round 1 REVIEWS
Overall, I would say this was a decent Quarter-Finals Opener. The talent was decent, and I think it will be tough for America to make a decision.
Kung Fu Heroes
While martial arts is always cool, I felt like this act really lacked any sort of structure. I would prefer if it were chroegraphed more instead of just random flips and kicks across the stage. They are certainly talented, but there have been many martial arts groups were better.
Christina & Ali
When the girls sing together with the harmony it sounds really good. They are both really good singers and I like that they are younger but are also a pair instead of just solo singers.
Airpocalypse
I will admit that they are very entertaining to watch, but I just don't see people paying to go see them headline a show in Las Vegas. They are a great group with lots of energy, but I can't see them doing much more than they did in this performance.
The Hot Shot Tap Dancers
I always love dancing groups, but these guys are really talented. The tap dancing is superb, and I think they would be better off if they ditched the 'story'. They remind me of the Fab Five from last season (who were my favorite to win) who made it to the finale but did not win.
Paul Safy Jr.
He's a good singer, but he does not stand out in the way that someone on America's Got Talent (a show for all types of acts) should.
Future Funk
The kids are very cute, but I just can't see it sustaining in Las Vegas. They are very talented, but the way it was put together was not great.
Sally Cohn
She's a lovely lady and her hand whistling is quite impressive, but I just can't see her going on any farther than this. It's simply not a diverse enough talent to do anymore than what she has done already.
Nick Pike
I agree with Piers in the fact that there was really nothing dangerous about his act. Sure, there was a lot of fire, but when you take it away there is really nohting more than a guy doing some random tricks.
RNG
I thought their choregraphy was very tight and cool. The story worked really well for them and I am impressed with their dancing abilities at their ages.
Maricar
I thought her performance tonight was kind of boring. I like the other stuff she did better, but overall I just can't see her being in a show in Las Vegas. It's just not entertaining enough until you see the final product.
Fighting Gravity
This is no doubt one of the coolest acts I've seen. I was hoping they would do something more for this performance, but I can't help wanting to see what they might do next. It is a really unique idea and I have no doubt America will vote them throgh.
Nathaniel Kenyon
I don't think his voice is that great regardless of the sickness he had. I think he's better of sticking with a guitar instead of just plain singing, but I honestly just don't think he has that good of a voice.
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Here are the four acts I think deserve a spot in the next round:
-Fighting Gravity
-The Hot Shot Tap Dancers
-Christina & Ali
-RNG
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Kung Fu Heroes
While martial arts is always cool, I felt like this act really lacked any sort of structure. I would prefer if it were chroegraphed more instead of just random flips and kicks across the stage. They are certainly talented, but there have been many martial arts groups were better.
Christina & Ali
When the girls sing together with the harmony it sounds really good. They are both really good singers and I like that they are younger but are also a pair instead of just solo singers.
Airpocalypse
I will admit that they are very entertaining to watch, but I just don't see people paying to go see them headline a show in Las Vegas. They are a great group with lots of energy, but I can't see them doing much more than they did in this performance.
The Hot Shot Tap Dancers
I always love dancing groups, but these guys are really talented. The tap dancing is superb, and I think they would be better off if they ditched the 'story'. They remind me of the Fab Five from last season (who were my favorite to win) who made it to the finale but did not win.
Paul Safy Jr.
He's a good singer, but he does not stand out in the way that someone on America's Got Talent (a show for all types of acts) should.
Future Funk
The kids are very cute, but I just can't see it sustaining in Las Vegas. They are very talented, but the way it was put together was not great.
Sally Cohn
She's a lovely lady and her hand whistling is quite impressive, but I just can't see her going on any farther than this. It's simply not a diverse enough talent to do anymore than what she has done already.
Nick Pike
I agree with Piers in the fact that there was really nothing dangerous about his act. Sure, there was a lot of fire, but when you take it away there is really nohting more than a guy doing some random tricks.
RNG
I thought their choregraphy was very tight and cool. The story worked really well for them and I am impressed with their dancing abilities at their ages.
Maricar
I thought her performance tonight was kind of boring. I like the other stuff she did better, but overall I just can't see her being in a show in Las Vegas. It's just not entertaining enough until you see the final product.
Fighting Gravity
This is no doubt one of the coolest acts I've seen. I was hoping they would do something more for this performance, but I can't help wanting to see what they might do next. It is a really unique idea and I have no doubt America will vote them throgh.
Nathaniel Kenyon
I don't think his voice is that great regardless of the sickness he had. I think he's better of sticking with a guitar instead of just plain singing, but I honestly just don't think he has that good of a voice.
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Here are the four acts I think deserve a spot in the next round:
-Fighting Gravity
-The Hot Shot Tap Dancers
-Christina & Ali
-RNG
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