I came across this really interesting video of Julian Smith from Britain’s Got Talent. Let me know what you think:
Ok, if you haven’t figured it out already, this was just a parody video but it was awesome. I loved how he integrated the video from Julian Smith and put his own performance to it. I can think of a ton of other amazing parodies that could be done like this. I’d love to see more stuff like this.
I know I’m a little late in actually posting this, but I needed to post a few comments about the second episode of Britain’s Got Talent. Basically, call this the cliff notes version of the second episode of Britain’s Got Talent. I’ll embed videos of these various talents (and not so talents) where possible.
I’ll be listing possible contenders on this season of Britain’s Got Talent, the joke acts that were highly entertaining and what I think was highly overrated by the judges.
Contenders:
Julian Smith – The nice part of this act is that it provides something other than a great singer. The show I’m sure is looking for more variety acts to compete with the singers on the show. So, this fits the bill. Kind of a bit like Kenny G, but with a look that’s 100 times better. I have a feeling the judges will like Julian a lot and so will much of Britain. See the BGT video on YouTube.
Shaheen Jafargholi – This was the closest we came to getting a Susan Boyle like act in Britain’s Got Talent episode 2. I felt like the 2 song thing was far too staged, but Shaheen was dead on in the second song and really was talented. There’s something about a cute little kid with a big voice that people love on these talent shows. Assuming he makes good song choices he’ll do quite well on Britain’s Got Talent. See BGT video on YouTube.
Jokes:
Singing Souls – This act was absolutely horrific. However, the interaction with Simon Cowell was awesome. My favorite line is when Simon says “you should be the mouthpiece.” Super funny. Check out their video on YouTube.
Overrated:
DCD Seniors – I’m pretty sure that DCD Seniors are going to have a few people that were entertained. It was pretty entertaining, but it didn’t really fit into the category of talent in my book. There wasn’t anything special about their act and that will absolutely catch up with them on this show. Check out the video of DCD Seniors and you’ll see what I mean.
Here’s a link to see the full Britain’s Got Talent episode 2 video. It was quite entertaining. The judges on it are so much better than Sharon and the Hoff. I do still like Piers, but Sharon and the Hoff are horrible on America’s Got Talent.
I’d been planning to cover more of Britain’s Got Talent and just haven’t had the time. After watching the following video of Susan Boyle shocking Simon Cowell and Piers with her rendition of I Dreamed a Dream 
from Les Miserables, I think I might have to start making time. Check out the video of Susan Boyle on Britain’s Got Talent to see what I mean:
UPDATE: BGT has had all of the videos taken down.
From a never been kissed, awkward 47 year old to a singer that Simon Cowell actually really enjoyed. That’s what Britain’s Got Talent is all about.
Seems like those people who auditioned in Chicago are the best at sharing their experience. I got the following experience shared on my website and it really tells a good story about how much this person enjoyed the America’s Got Talent audition experience:
About a month ago, March 1st, my Dad and I traveled to Chicago IL in order to audition for season 4 of America’s Got Talent. What an exciting opportunity that was! We arrived the 27th of February, did some sight seeing and ate at some nice restaurants, all in order to build up to the exciting day.
Sunday morning (The day of the Audition) we got up at 3am and were at McCormick Place (The Auditioning Area) by 4am. Waiting in the cold and as if that wasn’t bad, what happened next? It started snowing! I would have definitely loved seeing the beautiful snow falling if I was in the comfort of my own home, but alas, I was not. We were waiting basically in the street in the dark of the night, with nothing to do but wait for the time to come that we would actually be inside in the same area as the audition would take place!
To pass the time we chatted with the people in front of and behind us in line. Finding that they had traveled all the way from Nebraska! Wow! I thought we came a long way. A 6 hour drive from Metro Detroit MI! That was walking distance compared to Nebraska. Just kidding. Around 6am they opened the doors. We got inside of course and we waited, once more, in a very long line. Auditions still wouldn’t start until 8am. But guess what! They had a Starbucks inside! 4 to be exact! What’s better than waiting in a long line for hours at a time, than to do it with a Latte in hand!
While waiting, employees and volunteers passed around Release forms and paper work for any contestants who might not have finished theirs, or forgotten it and what not. Of course, due to my very organized mother, I had a folder piled an inch high with everything I needed. Other people passed around pens. Then some release forms for NON contestants were passed around. Why? They were filming the clips that would be aired along with the auditions on the TV! How exciting!
Time finally passed along and the line finally started moving. It was a very, very long line. I know I’ve said that several times but trust me… The line wrapped around the entire building. Literally. Finally we got down the steps. Contestants got a blue wrist band (Which I have in my folder still at this moment). And non contestants were given a Red wrist band (Which my dad basically ripped off the minute we left the building).
We passed a water fountain and just had to take pictures! It was pretty cool! Of course, the minute we stepped past the fountain, we had to put all cameras, cell phones, etc away so they weren’t in use. Past the fountain was what they called, “The Airport Detector”. We had to go through the same process you do at an airport. Removing all bags and shoes. They searched your bag and jacket. An interesting experience, and of course there were 2 lines. Male and Female. There was a shorter line for Females (Lucky us!) so I had to wait for about 20 minutes for my Dad to get through.
He came and we walked through the rope that signaled we were finally steps away from the audition rooms! I handed in my paper work and birth certificate to one of the people at the desk. They checked everything off. Handed it back and gave me a number!! Now, because we were there so early, I had one of the first numbers! My number (Which I also still have!) was 400125! I was the 125th person! That may seem like a long wait, but compared to the 5000 people that arrived for the audition, it’s better than nothing!
So we walked into a very large room! Filled with chairs and many people! All singing, juggling, playing instruments, dancing. It was such a sight! One of the men behind us in line sat down and his assistant immediately started putting makeup on him. What was he doing? He put bright blush and eye shadow. Lipstick and glittery fake eyelashes. A while later, the 2 men walked out to the restroom. As if that wasn’t off enough, 20 minutes later they arrived back again. Now the man with makeup was dressed in pink tights and a leotard and bright pink tutu. He had a short pink wig and did I mention his legs were shaved? Very creepy…
Minutes later, a camera crew came in and started filming. They asked everyone to gather around and scream “Chicago’s got Talent!” it was very fun! They went around the room filming different singers and dancers for clips! It was pretty crazy how everyone was waving their arms around trying to get the cameras attention. And Elvis! Did I mention there were at least 9 people dressed as Elvis impersonators! Oh doesn’t everyone love our King Elvis!
So we were called into the area where we were waiting before. This time there was a huge camera set up along with several other cameras. A Woman with a bullhorn started speaking. Long story short, we spent over an hour screaming Different things such as “We Love Chicago!” and “Americas Got Talent!” They also had a few people picked from the audience to say by them selves “I’ve Got Talent!” Including the Pink man!
Does anyone like Nick Cannon? Well as most know, he is the new host for Americas Got Talent! So they had a surprise for us! He was there! So everyone got to see him and all. It was pretty exciting. But not as exciting as the experience we were getting in auditioning.
More time passed and we were sent back into the waiting room where ANOTHER large group of people had taken all our seats. Too bad. Around 12:30 they FINALLY started calling in the first auditionees! Wait a second…weren’t the auditions supposed to start at 8am? Guess they were running a little bit late…
I was finally called in with 10 other singers like myself. 3 Judges sat in front of the room as well as a camera crew. I must admit, some of the singers were pretty bad. But 2 of them were really good. I hope they go through; if they don’t it would be a shame. One being a 20 year old African woman. She was really good. I was shocked with the voice that came out of her mouth! The others were pretty out of key and one man thought he was amazing, but he only knew how to sing in a very high pitched voice. Odd…. I was very confident with my audition as I said once before!
So it was finally over! When we were done, they let us know that we would get a message or call with in 4 to 6 weeks! That time is almost up!
We walked out of the building and on with the rest of our vaca time! Now whether I get through or not, I really enjoyed the experience.
It’s definitely ok if I don’t make it through. Yes I’ll be very disappointed but obviously there’s a reason. There’s always next year!
My name is Crystal Rosales, I’m 15, and I’ve had such an experience with just the audition alone!
One of my readers and a faithful Donald Braswell fan sent me some good information on Donald Braswell’s schedule. She told me that Donald will be appearing in Vegas on May 19, 20, 21 and 22, at 8:00pm as a guest artist on Terry Fator’s show at the Mirage (read about Terry Fator’s grand opening at the Mirage). That should be a pretty cool combination night.
I’m hoping that I can possibly get some tickets to she show so that I can give everyone a full update about Donald Braswell and Terry Fator. I may even see if they’ll be available for an interview or something. We’ll see what we can do. Either way, I’m excited to see them in Las Vegas.
Donald will also be performing at the “Symphony of the Hills” Concert in, Kerrville, TX. It will be on Jun 27, 2009 at. 7:30pm . (There may also be a 2:30 concert in the afternoon.)
Donald will be performing a Pops concert with the Symphony of the Hills (Kerrville’s 70 piece symphony orchestra) at the beautiful Cailloux Theater. Kerrville is about 60 miles north west of SA in a
lovely hill country setting. This is a benefit concert with proceeds going to scholarships for students at Schreiner University.
On May 29, Donald will also be performing in a televised show with other contestants from Americas Got Talent. The show will be airing from Los Angeles. I hope that Donald fans will send me a note when they get more details on this show.
Donald Braswell fans should also check out the Donald Braswell Fan Club Calendar and the Free Donald Braswell music on his MySpace page.
UPDATE: I got word that Donald’s performance in Las Vegas at the Mirage has been postponed. Let’s hope it gets rescheduled soon.
Man does time fly when you take a week off to spoil your wife.
Well, you’ve probably noticed by my lack of posting that there hasn’t been as much action in regards to America’s Got Talent lately. No worries. This usually happens before a new season of the show. The show tries to lock down the information as much as possible. For some reason they don’t like information to be leaked out and ruin the suspense of the show.
All of that said, I’m still here and will be posting more regularly as we get closer to the premiere of America’s Got Talent Season 4. You can count on that one. Lately I’ve just been spending more of my time on Dancing with the Stars since the show is currently in season.
One side note is that when I was going to work the other day, I noticed a sign for the show Menopause playing in Las Vegas. In the corner of the billboard it said that Queen Emily from America’s Got Talent would be performing at the show. It almost sounded like Queen Emily was part of the show. I’m not sure exactly. I tried to contact the PR person for Menopause so I could learn more, but I’ve gotten no response. I think I might not get a response since I heard that Menopause is shutting down in Las Vegas. Probably due to the rough economy.
Anyway, there’s my short update. Watch for more regular updates as I get more information. Also, some flashbacks to some of the best and worst America’s Got Talent performances.
