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Piers and Sharon enlist the help of a Deal-maker to criss-cross the country in search of million-dollar talent. Recaps by Chico Alexander, Jason Block, Don Harpwood & Gordon Pepper, GSNN
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Quarterfinals Round
1 (C-Note: some of the acts that you are about to read involve real danger in front of a live audience. They were designed, practiced, and supervised by professionals, taking the contestants' safety into full account. They are extremely dangerous and should NEVER be attempted anywhere, by anyone, at any time) It's time. The talent is stronger than ever, which makes the competition tougher than ever. The judges have done all that they could. The rest is up to you, America. Who will move one step closer to the $1 million prize, and who's going home? And we are live! Which means that anything can happen... Like Nick Cannon's mic going out. Woops. Remember, 12 of the top 48 will perform tonight. The three with the top vote count will move forward. Numbers 4 and 5 will have to go to the judges. Time to unleash the talent. First up, Los Angeles' KUNG FU HEROES want to share their art with the world. Tonight, they'll be using real weapons, which means it's real danger going down. What they say: Piers wasn't as enthralled, because it was too much like a martial arts club whipping their weapons about. Sharon says it was more like an exhibition, wanting a little more choreography. Howie agrees with his cohorts, calling it "Power Rangers with no shirts and eyeshadow." What we say: It would've been more interesting if they engaged with each other in battle. Next up, two sisters who've overcome incredible obstacles to be on the show, from cystic fibrosis to singing through it. But can they do it live? Here's Idaho Falls' CHRISTINA & ALI singing "Bless the Broken Road" by Rascal Flatts. What they say: Sharon could say something negative, but she won't. Howie says that he loves her. Piers... "I thought to start with you were a bit nervous... But once you got together on the harmonies, you were very improved from the audition." What we say: I'm not going to say here and say they were perfect just because they're kids. The pitch was slightly off kilter, and the tone was absolutely horrendous, but because America loves a sob story, they're going to go through. Next up, America's preeminent air instrument band... Seattle's AIRPOCALYPSE. No one is going to take them seriously, but will that change tonight? Here they are with their own edition of Europe's "The Final Countdown" segueing to "My Sharona" by the Kinks. What they say: Howie and Piers are amazed at what they can do with absolutely nothing, addressing the controversy of what they're actually doing in the competition and saying they're not any different from the lip-synching acts on the charts. Sharon says that they're great actors. What we say: Even for an air band, they were pretty terrible. Three brothers and a sister are next, the HOT SHOT TAPDANCERS from Portland. It has to be in sync or else they may be going home. What they say: Piers thought it was a step up from previously, but they need a little more chutzpah. Sharon thought they routine was very current. Howie likes the blend of classic tap with current music, but they spent too much time on the story. What we say: Piers is absolutely correct. A lot cleaner than previously, but they were playing it safe. Now is not the time to be safe. Next up is New York City's PAUL SAFY JR., a classical crooner amongst a field that's ... not really rich in that. He sings "Cry Me A River" by Michael Buble. What they say: Sharon says he's got a classical Vegas, but the performance was dated and somewhat cheesy for a 27-year-old. Howie is not sensing the vibe of the old school here. Piers says that he needs to relax. What we say: You had the swagger for the song, but not the tone. Listen. I like Michael Buble. My sister likes Michael Buble. My friend Ariana likes Michael Buble. You, sir, are no Michael Buble. Batting in sixth tonight are the youngest act in the final 48, FUTURE FUNK from Las Vegas and Oxnard, CA. They have some new moves for the judges, but will they gel with the audience? They'll be performing to "A Fifth of Beethoven" by Walter Murphy What they say: "The Fourth Judge" can't stop screaming their name. The act asks Howie the question, "Deal or no deal?" He says, "Deal." Piers calls it absolutely hysterical, saying the act oozes star quality. Sharon thought it was amazing. What we say: These kids have some CRAZY moves. They'd be even crazier if they were in together, but hey, chalk it up to being the youngest in the competition. Next up, the oldest contestant in the competition, SALLY COHN from Portland. Since being on the show, everyone and their dog wants to be her Facebook friend. Handwhistling is her thing, and she'll be doing her thing to the tune of Mariah's "Hero". What they say: Piers says she nailed it. Sharon was speechless. Howie likes that it's unique and quirky. People will remember her. What we say: Great choice of song considering the present company. It's unique, and.. hmm, was the G-E-C at the end your idea? Next up, a bit of a quandary in Myrtle Beach, SC's NICK PIKE, in that he was not through to Vegas. He's here on the back of Trystin & Krystin dropping out of the competition. Now Nick has to push himself to prove that he does indeed belong in the top 48. Will he make the most of his second chance? He starts by juggling fire, jumping through fire, and... juggling some more fire... on a uni, followed by setting himself on fire. What they say: Piers BUZZES midway, calling it "a bit of a shambles". Howie thought it was too much. What we say: Heh. That was cold for a very fiery act. Next up, five girls, three letters... RNG. Wait, weren't there six of them before? They were far more mature for their age, but will a potential flip send them back to Seattle? They'll be dancing to "Disturbia" by Rihanna. What they say: Howie compares it to "a really nice dance recital." It was a good show, but it wasn't a headlining act. Piers... agrees. Sharon loves it. What we say: It was either go hard or go home. That was hard... but was it hard enough? I don't think so. You ever think a painter would be on this show? Only if it was accompanied by a sexy S&M act. Enter MARICAR from LA. This week, she'll be doing her entire act... underwater. For 90 seconds. And 90 seconds later, we have... Piers Morgan and a buzzer. What they say: Piers called it surreal. Howie thought she had a terrific set of lungs. Sharon thought it was sexy. What we say: Meh. I mean, she's hot and she paints but... Meh. Next up: FIGHTING GRAVITY, frat brothers from Virginia Tech. They put the group together on the fly, but can they make it fly in Hollywood? What they say: The panel was blown away. What we say: Best act of the night so far. And batting cleanup tonight is NATHANIEL KENYON of Baxley, GA, the first of a glut of singer/musicians in the competition. He's got a lot of nerves. He's going from singing in front of 10 people to 10 million. And to top it all off... he's sick. He'll fight through "Tears of An Angel" by Hinder. What they say: Howie, in a face mask, say ladies are going to love him. Piers says that it wasn't the best, but he's beginning to flower into a pop star. Sharon says she's got the Umph factor. What we say: Nerves and sickness lend themselves to a very raw, very gritty performance. But he was pitchy. So here's what we're looking at. The Best: Future Funk, Sally Cohn,
Fighting Gravity. Remember, you can vote three ways... by phone, by text, and by the internet. But eight acts will say bye bye bye tomorrow night. CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE To see tonight's episode in its entirety, or to apply to be a contestant on the next season, go to www.nbc.com/gottalent. |
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