This thread is for non-fiction TV, including but not limited to reality television (So You Think You Can Dance, Top Chef: Masters, Project Runway), documentaries (The History Channel, The Discovery Channel), and sundry (Expedition Africa, Mythbusters), et al. [NAFDA]
Ryan totally stole Paula's stash.
Chikezie – She’s a Woman
Sorry pre-song interview and clip package, it is much too late to try to play the humble card, now. They are really trying to get him some fans, huh? Ryan dancing like Chikezie’s mom? Adorkable! Wow, they are giving him the full on pimp treatment. He’s got a bluegrass band on stage with him. Super interesting arrangement. Wow. I’m impressed. If he’s copied it from someone else, I’m not familiar with it. He’s a little bit shrill, but this is fun and unique. That’s the way you work that number two spot. The key to getting through tonight is not getting lost in the crowd and he totally accomplished that. I love Ryan Seacrest. Love!
Ramiele Malubay – In My Life
Great song, but maybe not for her. I would’ve liked to see her do something other than a drippy ballad. And it really fell flat after Chikezie’s song. It was just boring. Whenever Paula leads with “You look lovely” that’s not good. Paula is so on point tonight. She’s learning how to regulate her meds better.
Yeah, very pretty and blah. Not cruise-shippified like Syesha, but still.
I did not see that coming from Chikezie. Nice.
Jason Castro – If I Fell
Es Colombiano! Claro que si. That’s super cool. Yep. I love this dread locked stoner kid. Enough to overlook my general disdain for the white man’s locks. He really needs to stop making creepy faces, though. That was a beautiful performance, if a little bit expected. Kinda felt like a retread of his first performance. As usual, I agree with Simon. It seemed like a lazy choice.
Carly Smithson – Come Together
Huh. Not the song I expected her to choose. Totally thought Amanda would do it. But a great song choice for her. This is the best she’s looked since she’s been on the show. I love that dress and want it for me. That was funky. And that totally wasn’t her husband unless he’s had some serious laser tattoo removal surgery. Also, yes, she's good but she ain’t no Kelly Clarkson.
David Cook – Eleanor Rigby
Haaaaattteee! Pre-emptive hate. You were a “drink slinger”? Who says that? Tools and douchebags. That’s who. He’s just such an enormous poser. I’m so very bored now. And just so unattractive. Looks and vocals. He can’t sing any better than 50 other bar band singers. And why does he look like a 70 year old orangutan? Let the tongue bath commence. Sigh.
Brooke has to be sleeping with Simon. I just don't get her. She annoys me.
Brooke White – Let It Be
Huh. One of the songs that I definitely did not want to hear anyone do tonight. It’s just so cliché. I think she’ll do it well. But I won’t care. She has a really pretty voice. And, just like last week, she really knows what to do with it. She never forces or tries to sing outside of herself. Very pretty. She’s very sweet. Didn’t do much for me, but I’m glad the judges liked it because I want to see her next week.
Eek! I gotta catch up. TiVo, don't fail me now!
Brooke has to be sleeping with Simon. I just don't get her. She annoys me.
Hah! That's how I feel about Carly. What's the deal? I'm at a loss.
I love Carly *and* Brooke. I think Brooke's got that nice husky emotional quality to her voice, and I'd like to see her singing her own songs, maybe.
Fast forwarded through Syesha, ♥ed Chikezie! Wishing Ramielle would shut up. If a female is going to sing that song, they have to bring it better than Bette Midler in "For the Boys."
