AI 5 Rat Pack Standards

Nice night. They seemed to get better as the evening went on. Kris looked solid, and then Allison looked great. Matt was odd, I think it was the arrangement. He sang really well though. But Danny and Adam were definitely in a different league.

Beast:

Adam. I really don't know how much the theatrics is going to hurt him. He's so much more talented than everyone else it might not matter. But in the end it's about who America likes the best and not who's most talented. Right now, I'll say that when he sings you forget about every one else. And i think that's a huge thing in his favor.

Danny. I think Jamie fox pulled him back a bit, and force him to use his strength which is connecting with the audience. it was a big step in the right direction that clearly separates him from all but Adam. And if America wants true pop and not Broadway, Adam may not have a great advantage once this thing boils down.

No least tonight, only the rest.

Kris. solid but safe. i think he missed a great chance, a better arrangement with more dynamic horns would have really helped him. He's never going to give a powerful memorable performance with just his vocals. He'll need something else to provide that and use his voice as contrast. I think he's safe, but bottom three for sure.

Allison. I think she's coming to the end. she does well, but she needs to lose the add on phrase of "for a sixteen (17) year old". And I don't see it. these other kids are just solid. she needs to stand up on her own to get much deeper. i predict she makes it one more week. But without a killer performance next week coupled with a poor showing from a contender, she's one week from going home.

Matt. he started pressing a few weeks ago. And he hasn't lost the look of desperation. I think he goes home. And i think he should feel good about it. Everyone left is really a monster, including him. Someone has to go right?

so there you have it.