Being the fact that I've been a part-time singer for the past 18 years, anything on television that's based around music or vocal prowess sparks my interest. Therefore, I've been a fan of the show for quite some time now.
I'm tempted to create one of these every year but I know that most of the forum aren't fans of the show. But there are some who watch it and formulate their own opinions. So, here's a thread for all of us to weigh in on this year's contestants. I'll try to keep my opinions short and sweet.
(All I ask is that it doesn't become a derailed, bash-fest of the television program. If you don't care for the show, feel free to weigh-in about it. But for the most part, I really would like to keep this thread on-topic.)
Aaron Marcellus
Positive: This kid's got a really amazing voice. No denying that.
Negative: We've seen about a billion others just like him. I don't see enough originality for him to pull through this week.
Adam Brock
Positive: He's got a really original, throwback type of vocal. I also believe America will relate to his backstory and put him through based on that more than how well he did last night.
Negative: Pretty good voice but he can't hold a candle to the talent that he's up against. He'll get swallowed alive in this. Plus, I'm about 95% convinced that this guy is either bisexual or not straight and his marriage is a lie.
Chase Likens
Positive: Good looking, country boy. As we saw with Scott McCreery last season, sometimes that's all it takes.
Negative: I believe he's the most mediocre person in the lineup this year. His vocals are forgettable and he lacks star power.
Colton Dixon
Positive: EVERYTHING about this kid screams superstar. He's like a reincarnated Jared Leto. The kid's got chops, he has a memorable, modern, rockstar look, he's good looking and has good stage energy. I think he made a good choice in coming out from behind the piano last night.
Negative: He's middle of the road in vocals, compared to the other contestants.
Creighton Fraker
Positive: BIG vocal range. He's not afraid to go for the big notes in songs. Very recordable sound to his vocals.
Negative: He's very strange and flamboyant. It also boggles my mind how he looked so unique in his package video, yet he was plain Jane last night. just not memorable enough for me.
DeAndre Brackensick
Positive: What ISN'T positive about this kid? Extremely good-looking, such a unique voice, great pitch, great control... one of my top picks of the season.
Negative: His voice might be TOO unique for America. It's very feminine, which makes it tough to appreciate.
Eben Franckewitz
Positive: Not a whole lot. He's young and genuine. That's about it.
Negative: This contest will swallow him alive. His voice was very nasally last night and he made a horrible song choice with Adele's "Fire to Rain".
Heejun Han
Positive: The true underdog of this season. He's an awkward Asian kid who seemingly doesn't belong in this setting but it can change his life. He has a very smooth and silky R&B voice that can really make a dent in this competition when you combine it with his overall persona.
Negative: TERRIBLE song choice last night. It did nothing to show off what he's really capable of doing. I hope America can look past that mistake and put him through.
Jeremy Rosado
Positive: A very nice, relaxing, controlled vocal. He's a humble kid and America can probably relate to him.
Negative: He's very forgettable. Sure, he can sing. But then what? I honestly forgot about him until I wrote this review.
Jermaine Jones
Positive: He's already been labeled as "The Gentle Giant." He has a very good, baritone vocal. His soft persona might get America behind him. Plus, his surprise return automatically makes him memorable.
Negative: He falls towards the bottom of the pack in vocal ability. Yes, he can sing but there are SO many others that are better. Plus, America wants to hear big notes. Not long, skilled bassy notes. I don't think they're going to appreciate Jermaine's skill.
I'm tempted to create one of these every year but I know that most of the forum aren't fans of the show. But there are some who watch it and formulate their own opinions. So, here's a thread for all of us to weigh in on this year's contestants. I'll try to keep my opinions short and sweet.
(All I ask is that it doesn't become a derailed, bash-fest of the television program. If you don't care for the show, feel free to weigh-in about it. But for the most part, I really would like to keep this thread on-topic.)
Aaron Marcellus
Positive: This kid's got a really amazing voice. No denying that.
Negative: We've seen about a billion others just like him. I don't see enough originality for him to pull through this week.
Adam Brock
Positive: He's got a really original, throwback type of vocal. I also believe America will relate to his backstory and put him through based on that more than how well he did last night.
Negative: Pretty good voice but he can't hold a candle to the talent that he's up against. He'll get swallowed alive in this. Plus, I'm about 95% convinced that this guy is either bisexual or not straight and his marriage is a lie.
Chase Likens
Positive: Good looking, country boy. As we saw with Scott McCreery last season, sometimes that's all it takes.
Negative: I believe he's the most mediocre person in the lineup this year. His vocals are forgettable and he lacks star power.
Colton Dixon
Positive: EVERYTHING about this kid screams superstar. He's like a reincarnated Jared Leto. The kid's got chops, he has a memorable, modern, rockstar look, he's good looking and has good stage energy. I think he made a good choice in coming out from behind the piano last night.
Negative: He's middle of the road in vocals, compared to the other contestants.
Creighton Fraker
Positive: BIG vocal range. He's not afraid to go for the big notes in songs. Very recordable sound to his vocals.
Negative: He's very strange and flamboyant. It also boggles my mind how he looked so unique in his package video, yet he was plain Jane last night. just not memorable enough for me.
DeAndre Brackensick
Positive: What ISN'T positive about this kid? Extremely good-looking, such a unique voice, great pitch, great control... one of my top picks of the season.
Negative: His voice might be TOO unique for America. It's very feminine, which makes it tough to appreciate.
Eben Franckewitz
Positive: Not a whole lot. He's young and genuine. That's about it.
Negative: This contest will swallow him alive. His voice was very nasally last night and he made a horrible song choice with Adele's "Fire to Rain".
Heejun Han
Positive: The true underdog of this season. He's an awkward Asian kid who seemingly doesn't belong in this setting but it can change his life. He has a very smooth and silky R&B voice that can really make a dent in this competition when you combine it with his overall persona.
Negative: TERRIBLE song choice last night. It did nothing to show off what he's really capable of doing. I hope America can look past that mistake and put him through.
Jeremy Rosado
Positive: A very nice, relaxing, controlled vocal. He's a humble kid and America can probably relate to him.
Negative: He's very forgettable. Sure, he can sing. But then what? I honestly forgot about him until I wrote this review.
Jermaine Jones
Positive: He's already been labeled as "The Gentle Giant." He has a very good, baritone vocal. His soft persona might get America behind him. Plus, his surprise return automatically makes him memorable.
Negative: He falls towards the bottom of the pack in vocal ability. Yes, he can sing but there are SO many others that are better. Plus, America wants to hear big notes. Not long, skilled bassy notes. I don't think they're going to appreciate Jermaine's skill.
