Mediocrity coats most of America’s Got Talent’s two-hour running time like a light patina of kerosene on a pile of kindling; indeed, it always feels like the show is one flat note or botched punch line away from total self-immolation. So thank heavens for superfreaks like Leonid the Magnificent, clad in a fuchsia-feathered headdress and matching duster, dancing and twirling a giant cube-like object as if it were an actual skill, for bringing a bizarre Vegas-meets-community-pageant vibe to NBC’s oddest of summer reality hits. Seriously, I don’t know if I’d ever watch AGT during the regular TV season — I’m not even certain I’d tune in again next summer — but for now, folks like Leonid, professional snappist Bobby Badfingers, and disturbing lawn-mower act Mark the Knife keep me glued to my set. And while none of the above really deserve a spot in the finals, somehow, they make for better TV than more talented competitors like vocal quartet At Last, or acrobatic duo Realis. Perhaps it’s because the latter two performers are very good, but not truly great — certainly not worthy of a $1 million prize, in my mind. (Check ‘em all out by clicking here.)
Oh, and speaking of good TV, how ’bout that Brandy (pictured), suddenly deciding to keep it real and slap sister act Sugar-N-Spice and barely clad teen trio N’Versity with her big red X? It had to sting, but really, I think the ”I Wanna Be Down” singer did these kids a favor, no? Anyhow, at least the latter act’s explanation that they got their blush-worthy name after praying for inspiration provides proof positive that God really does have a sense of humor. What did you think of AGT this week? And who do you want to see in the finals?
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I can’t help but like the show… it really has me hooked. There’s some stupid crap in there (as it is still reality tv), but it’s all worth it to see some of the freakin incredible talent that’s on there. This week was down from their usual standard though… I wanted to see the tap dance guys in there, but they’re already out… I like At Last, but i’m sick of singers going through every round (which is exactly what the judges said). That little girl who can sing like Beyonce on steroids-wait maybe thats not the best analogy-well you get my point… She needs to just win. Can’t remember her name, but the little white girl who sounds like she’s lip syncing to a world famous young, soulful, black R&B singer… dang… that’s all i can say about that…
Slezak, I didn’t watch this show (mostly because it featured the Hoff) but I give Brandy an A+ for T.V appearances.
This looks like a new strategy for her to get into T.V talk shows; the view, AGT and Moesha. I would rather watch her than Tyra.
John, I know the girl you’re talking about. She sang “And I’m Telling You I’m Not Going” from Dreamgirls, right? I caught it on YouTube. MAN, that girl has pipes!
I really didn’t think I would like the show, but after watching a couple a times it’s growing on me. I haven’t voted yet, but if I was going to, my vote would definatly go to Loenid the Magnificent. He is so proud of himself and the guy has some serious self confidence. You go Leonid!
O.k. So I am just going to say this right up front. WHO in the HELL thought that David-Freacking-Hasselhoff (and no, acording to my German friends he is NOT that big in Germany) was even remotely qualified to be the judge in a talent contest? I mean seriously! The only reason people liked Night Rider people is because Kit was ef-in COOL! And dont even get me started on his disasterous turn on Broadway in Jekyl and Hyde (you can watch the carnage of his failure on video if you are a masochist) However, now that he actually HAS managed to procure himself a spot at the judges table on this horrible excuse for an American Idol/So You Think You Can Dance/Gong Show rip off … the world may finally know the answer to that age old question. “WHO do I HAVE to F*** to get a BREAK in this town” Apparetnly the Hoff has the answer you’re looking for.
David:
The show was called Knight Rider. David Hasselhoff must still be striking a chord with the ladies to be asked to be a judge. I hope you get your 15 minutes of fame.
I just can’t believe that the producers allowed a guy to balance a lawnmower upside down and have his accomplice throw vegtables into it.
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I shall be watching America’s got Talent to.