The best performance of last night’s episode goes to Abi Carter, performing her version of “Welcome to the Black Parade.” Accompanied only by the piano, I heard the song in such a different way…melodic and heartbreaking in just the right way. It reminded me how much I like when singers completely change a song (ie. Phillip Phillips doing Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”)…
Another singer at the top of the group is Triston Harper. This was definitely his best, most commanding performance all season and I might be coming around to his talent. I’ve sort of thought he’s too country for his target audience (15 to 20 yr olds) and too young for country music fans but maybe I’m wrong. His original song was well-written and more like something you’d hear from someone who’s been touring for years. It was a thrill to watch this one!
And then there’s McKenna. Yikes, she’s good. Her delivery is so professional, her voice so pleasant.
As you know, the top 24 were whittled down to 20 last night. I don’t think it was surprising when we finally found out which 4 contestants are currently in front of the hotel as we speak, waiting for their Uber to the airport. It still ticks me off that Ziggy was left out, a fantastic singer who would’ve done well in the voting rounds. I’m going to keep bringing up this judges’ mistake, I guess. But the 4 who got cut were KBlocks, Elleigh Marie, Blake, and Hailey. Not terribly surprising although my prediction was slightly off. Grrrr!! I thought Roman would be a surprise elimination but I’m happy for him to make it to the next round.
Tonight, though, it’s a lot more difficult to guess who will be packing their bags to go home. I’ll start with my list of 12 who could be in danger. Then I’ll do my own whittling, thank you very much! Here are those 12…
Odell Bunton Jr.
Jennifer Jeffries
Jordan Anthony
Nya
KB
Roman Collins
Ajii
Kayko
Kennedy Reid
Jayna Elise
Mackenzie Sol
Quintavious Johnson
To help sort out the list, I’ve grouped Quintavious, Roman, and Odell together. Similar gospel styles. Jordan and Mackenzie might be splitting votes, similar styles and both from outside the U.S. Jayna and Nya might also be similar, which means one will go home sooner or later. So here are the 6 who I believe will be eliminated… in bold.
Odell Bunton Jr. / Roman Collins / Quintavious Johnson
Jennifer Jeffries
Jordan Anthony / Mackenzie Sol
Nya / Jayna Elise
KB
Ajii
Kayko
Kennedy Reid
Quintavious doesn’t have the gritty soul displayed by Roman and Odell. Jayna and Nya don’t stand out in a crowd. Jordan is a fine singer but Mackenzie has more to offer vocally and with his stage presence. KB, I’m sorry to say this but she cries too much. Kayko, judges love him but his vocals are kinda boring.
-Out of the Wilderness
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