Pia lacked something for me somehow. Not to say she isn't very talented. She chose the wrong uptempo for her last night. Without a huge amount of energy, the performance of that Tina Turner song fell a little flat. And what was up with that outfit?! For that song, she needed black leather and a fire under her ass.
I liked Haley ok, but she looked and sounded more like she was enjoying singing a song than baring her soul, as that song demands.
Casey, the most talented overall, not the best singer. I admit I love this kid, love his bass, and his passion to go where music takes him. Unfortunately I doubt his stage appeal will not take him much further.
I admit that I appreciate Scotty's appeal, he will have a career in country. That as far as it goes for me. Oh, and for @$%& sake, slap that mic out of his hands till he learns how to hold it like a man!
Stefano is better that I expected, but just too hard to watch. He has pulled off some difficult songs.
I thought the Johnny Cash song was quirky Paul's best. Not really sure why Rod Stewart's weird cloning mishap is still in.
Lauren will also have a career, probable in county. She has talent and performance skills.
Jacob has a fabulous voice, and has proven to have all the skills to become a great R&B artists. Sadly, I think what holds him back is a certain lack of "masculinity" in his performance.
My pic is James. Out of the gate there was little doubt he could belt out rock like a pro. My preference is when he shows he can really sing, and shows he has a beautiful voice, great control and really knows how to express the essence of a song. His last performance was my favorite, where he took an unlikely song (which I have always loved) and showed he is has depth. If only he can remember one thing: never again allow them to back-light his ears.
All said, none of course are what I would call my cup of tea. But with my wife and daughters, I have seen much of the many seasons of AI. This has definitely been the best group of talent.
