I was surprised by the tracks they played by the band this week. They sounded more like straight-up rock with a hint of blues. I definitely expected something harder, but that doesn't mean I was disappointed.
Here are my thoughts on this week's performances:
Lukas Rossi - He's still the front runner in the competition in my eyes. He's got a great stage presence and edge in his voice. He doesn't have the most powerful vocals, but with the right vocal coach, he'd be incredible. He kicked it up with his guitar toward the end of "Bittersweet Symphony" which was a nice touch.
Zayra Alvarez - She doesn't have a strong vocal, and her time is quickly winding down. She goes for sex appeal, but forgot some words while singing "Call Me" this week. It wasn't a good performance.
Dana Andrews - I always thought her vocals were great, but that she didn't fit the band. Finally, this week, she tore it up. The acoustic was good and I liked the edge in her vocal this week. It was the first time she sounded like she should be in the competition. The harder look for her image worked, too.
Patrice Pike - Her vocals were too smooth for the song. I prefer Chris Robinson's raspy vocals on "Remedy." She looks comfortable on stage, but needs more edge to her vocals.
Toby Rand - It was an odd arrangement of the song, "White Wedding," and I'm not sure I liked it. It wasn't the best for his vocals, but it was good. As usual, he seems like he's holding back a little, but he did bring it a little more at the end of the song. It got better as it went on.
Magni - He always looks comfortable on stage. His vocals started out weak, as if he was talking for "Heroes." The second verse was better and showed some of the power in his voice.
Ryan Star - Again, he doesn't look comfortable on stage or like he's having fun. His vocals sounded a little off for "I Alone" and he still looks nervous even though he fought for this song. He was more energetic, but still looked out of place.
Jill Gioia - Gilby Clarke was on stage with her for "Brown Suger" and the two worked well together. She has the attitude and looks comfortable on stage. She had a good bluesy vocal and it wasn't bad, but it didn't blow me away.
Phil Ritchie - The "Bobblehead" was back with his weak vocals for "One Headlight." It just looks like an act, and that his singing doesn't come naturally. I thought it was hilarious that they talked about the wobbling bobblehead. I'm glad I'm not the only one thinking that.
Dilana - Her tone was off for the straight singing in the beginning of "Time After Time." She didn't have much range. It got better toward the end when she brought some more volume and edge to it. I thought it was her worst performance, and the first time she stepped out of her comfort zone.
Josh Logan - He should have done the "Ripped Away" version of "No Rain." His vocals weren't as bad this weekk. He didn't do the Maroon 5/Stevie Wonder style. It wasn't great, but it was his best so far. Of course, then he asked the band to change their style, which was a big mistake.
Storm Large - I wasn't familiar with the song, but her vocals sounded good. She has the edge and the stage presence and put together a good performance.
It's only a matter of time for: Josh, Phil, Zayra and Patrice.
Posted by jeffhahnedisabled at July 26, 2006 9:45 AM
