August 24, 2008
The Almost Forgotten Eli Mattson on America’s Got Talent
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Eli Mattson was really quick out of the gates of America’s Got Talent earning high praise from the judges and a lot of coverage by the show. However, Eli Mattson, from what I remember, has gotten very little time on America’s Got Talent during the Las Vegas auditions. More time has been spent on the likes of Opera singer Neal Boyd and Queen Emily. Few people would argue that those two are more talented than Eli Mattson, but I guess you could say they have more compelling stories. Plus, I’m pretty sure they emit much more emotion than the calm, cool and collected Eli Mattson.
All of that said, Eli Mattson did travel over 2000 miles riding by bus to be on America’s Got Talent. He stepped onto the stage wearing a hat and cool confidence, Eli won over audience members singing “Walking in Memphis” while playing the keyboard. Here’s a video of Eli Mattson’s performance of Walking in Memphis:
My only suggestion for Eli is to remember that in a reality TV show like America’s Got Talent, America votes for personality as much as talent. Eli, don’t be afraid to show America your personality if you want to win.
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In my opinion there is some very talented vocalists on the show but Eli had more heart and feeling in his performance than most of the others. Other contestants seem to cry out for sympathy to get to the next level, Eli just walked out like a professional and did his thing. I love the show but I can’t figure out whether they’re saving him because he’s that good or passing him over for performers with a hard luck story. Most talented musicians all have had a tough time to get where they’re at. Eli has the talent, the soul, and the hard road too. Other websites are all saying the same thing “Where Is Eli?”
steve,
I must admit that I’m surprised they haven’t shown him either. It’s fine on other reality TV shows to not show him much, but on America’s Got Talent they whittle down from 40 to 20 and then to the winner so quickly that you don’t really get a chance to know the person if they don’t show you every performance.
However, I also wouldn’t be too considered, because I think Eli is going to make it to the top 20 no problem. From there will be the interesting question.
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hallo,
im Marie from Germany I watched your clip on youtube.com and it was fantastik. Im 20 Years old and in these Years i don´t have goosebumps snatch of a song but by yours. I thank you so mutch but now my question have you a CD and where can I order or buy them.
I am awaiting your answer.
I wish you success! bye Marie