June 23, 2009
Thoughts on America’s Got Talent 2009 Premiere
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Time to run down some random thoughts from tonight’s episode of America’s Got Talent.
Overall Impression
I was a little disappointed. I think that the producers are trying a little to hard to produce the show instead of making the talent and stories the show. Things like the strobe light buzzers that just annoy. Leave those out. They also focused on far too many crappy acts. They should know better and start us off with a killer act that makes the rest of the show not as important and locks us in.
Favorite Act of the Night – The Eriam Sisters
By far my favorite act of the night was the Eriam Sisters. That trio of sisters gave me the chills. I’m sure I wasn’t just cold, because I live in Las Vegas. No doubt the youngest sister has the most talent, but Piers was right that they can all sing. I can’t wait to see how America’s Got Talent with some makeup, costumes and production will make some incredible talent even better. I loved that they could sing, but that they could own the stage as well. Turns out I actually liked the Eriam Sisters a few weeks ago too. Very nice and made watching the show worthwhile for me.
Since they were my favorite, here’s a video of the Eriam Sisters trio who sang “I Want You Back” 
by the Jackson 5 on America’s Got Talent Premiere
Voices of Glory
Couldn’t have been a better back story. Felt a little bit fabricated by Piers, but I’ll forgive them for that. I previously dubbed Voices of Glory the most overhyped act of America’s Got Talent 2009. It’s not their fault, but I still think that’s true. They were good, but not great in my book. Actually, I should clarify that the little sister could be great. She’s better than the 2 brothers. It was touching to watch and we need more children like them in the world.
David Johnson – Hasselhoff Song
I don’t think I’ve ever laughed so hard during America’s Got Talent. It was incredibly funny. I’m so glad that Piers put him through. I’m just not sure what type of follow up act he could perform in Las Vegas. I have a feeling we won’t see any performance by him during the Las Vegas shows.
FootworkKINGz
I hadn’t ever seen Footworking before, but it was fun to watch. I’d love to see something like this live. It doesn’t make for the best television in my book though. I’d rather just watch dancing.
Black Fire Percussion (drum line)
This was cool. About time one of these drum lines comes on. This is another that is better in person where you can really feel the beat. I’m surprised Nick Cannon didn’t pull out some line about his role on that wonderful movie Drumline.
Delusional Talent
Can these people really think they were talented? That impressionist must have been delusional. Had he never listened to himself before? Maybe he’s right that it takes good hearing to do impressions and he doesn’t have good hearing.
Nick Cannon as Host
Sadly, the talent was so poor on tonight’s episode, that Nick Cannon was actually the most talented person on tonight’s show. He got the most laughs and I like his unconventional way of interacting with the guests and judges. Nice switch NBC.
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July 1, 2009
This was a terrible. AGT is going down hill fast. All of the acts put through tonight were not worth the air time the sponsors provided. I have been a dedicated fan but my reaction tonight was, “I don’t think I will ever turn it on again.
Hello, I am not sure if my last post got sent so I am asking again, just in case. I am looking for a song that was played in the background, on the episode that aired Tuesday July 21st 2009. It was background music for the last act. A young man who sang and played the piano. He recieved 3 yes’s. The song that was playing while they were intoducing this young man. Artist and song title. Can you help me find that info. Many thanks!
Linda,
I should be posting the music from tonight’s episode of AGT tomorrow. You’ll be able to find it: http://www.pureamericasgottalent.com/tag/agt-music/ Thanks for checking in.
hello John,
A question for you. I remember back early on when they had the first promos for the show they featured Kevin Skinner in the promos. It seemed like the shows producers were favoring Kevin Skinner from the beginning and even though people were making fun of him because of the way he talked each time is pretty much a plug for him. Even grandma lee made a joke about him. Do you think they were favoring him from the start?
It’s an interesting question. There’s no doubt that producers have their favorite storylines. Plus, there’s no doubt that the chicken catcher that can sing is a great storyline. I think it’s pretty fair to say that all that exposure gives him a little advantage over the other people. I’m not sure I’d go so far as to say that the producers manipulate it so that one person wins. However, they are trying to get ratings and so producing a great story is certainly part of what they do.
The only other thing to consider is that Simon Cowell wants to be the agent for the best acts. So, there’s something to say about the show promoting acts that he could later promote as part of his company. I haven’t heard someone say this happens, but I wouldn’t be surprised if it happens.
What do you think?