Well, it's the finale. It's down to the final four. Blogging this show has been a lot work and I need a break. But I've learned a lot about what to do in the future. Especially when Idol starts.
A moment, for the dearly departed Paula Abdul. Gone from American Idol.
... Okay. Moving on.
Where are they? The place is huge and full of people. Is it the Kodak theatre? Pressure, much?
And so we're introduced to our Top 4: Jeanine, Evan, Kayla & Brandon. And our judges for the finale? Nigel, Mary and Adam Shankman. I like him, so I'm fine with that selection.
We start with a Wade & Amanda Robson group routine. Cute. High school football players and cheerleaders. High energy and perky and totally different from his usual finale numbers.
Evan & Jeanine: A Sonja Tayeh routine. It was okay. But the finale numbers have ROCKED in the past, so this one didn't rise to the level I was expecting.
Brandon's solo: It was all power and strength and I may have enjoyed it more if it wasn't for that godawful music. It made my ears bleed. But there's no doubt he's a powerful dancer.
Kayla & Brandon: Tice for Broadway. There was one moment I liked, when Kayla went into a high kick and Brandon grabbed her and flipped her over. Other than that, it wasn't for me.
Jeanine's solo: Another great solo. There weren't flashy flips, just beautiful control.
Brandon & Evan: LauriAnne Gibson. The routine was awesome, but I had been dreading watching the two guys dance together, because I knew Evan wouldn't stand a chance. And he didn't. Brandon totally controlled that dance. He was hard where Evan was soft. Brandon stomped, Evan toe-shoed.
Kayla & Jeanine: Mia Michaels. It wasn't the best Mama Mia routine, but there were things I really liked about it. I like the shedding of the clothes and I liked the part where they shielded their eyes, showing their focus getting to the finish line. Unlike the B & E routine, I was looking forward to the two ladies dancing. And watching them together, I was finally able to distinguish them. Kayla is perfection technically while Jeanine exudes passion. It was a wonderful routine to watch.
Evan's solo: Charming, as usual. He made me smile. :>
Kayla & Evan: A Jive by Tony & Melanie. It was extremely enjoyable, although Kayla seemed to retract a little vigorously. Also, Evan is smaller than she is and he didn't seem able to handle her full throttle. He did the lifts well, but there were a few times where he appeared to stumble when she twirled around.
Kayla's solo: It was good, but she chose a song from Season 3's finale, the dance with Sabra & Neil. All I could picture was that wonderful Mandy Moore piece. But she is an exquisite dancer and has been all season.
Jeanine & Brandon: Louis Van Amstel. Absolutely ELECTRIC. Now THAT'S what I've been waiting for all night. That was HOT!
What are you thoughts after the first night? Did your favorite perform well? What do you think about the judges' comments? Hit me with your comments. And don't forget to vote!
TNP
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