So, we're down to the last cuts before the top 12 are chosen.
The men are getting better, but they're still not outshining the women.
Anyway, here are my thoughts on last night's performances:
Blake Lewis - Wow. 311?! An interesting choice, and a risk, but I think it worked for his funky style. I can't believe it took five seasons and change for someone to finally take a more modern approach. It wasn't a vocal showcase, but it was fun. He showed that you don't have to be boring.
Coming up, John Mayer and Pearl Jam? Wow - I'm shocked.
Sanjaya Malakar - OK, I'm kind of scared that he hulas. It was a good song choice, but his vocals aren't getting any better. How has he lasted this long? Three bad weeks in a row, this guy's gotta go. He lacked any soul for the song. This year's "Guy Smiey" should be on his way out.
Sundance Head - I thought it was the wrong tone for "Jeremy." He gave it kind of a pop tone instead of a rock one and it didn't work for me. I thought it was pretty bad.
Chris Richardson - I didn't like a ballad for him, but it was a good contrast against the first three.
Jared Cotter - He gave a solid performance. Every time I see him though, I can't help but think, "Welcome back, Mr. Cot-ter!" He just looked a little too cheesy at times tonight.
Brandon Rogers - A nice, hip funky tune that fit his vocal well.
Phil Stacey - His voice sounds awful in the low tones. Yikes, I thought it was a joke at first. It picked up, but still wasn't great. I thought it was pitchy and just all over the place. It was a risk that didn't work.
Chris Sligh - A solid performance as usual. No big surprise here.
Bottom three - Sanjaya, Phil and Sundance
Posted by jeffhahnedisabled at March 7, 2007 10:20 AM

