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America's Got Talent S10 Power Rankings (Semifinals, Week 1)

Sep 3, 2015 by PowerRankings101

So, last week, I had two predictions wrong (though Metal Mulisha made the wild card), however, this week is going to be much harder to predict due to the competition being so tight. Also, keep in mind, I was late to the game in watching this episode as well and haven't seen the results show yet. So spoilers aside, here are my rankings.

11. Ira- This is inevitable elimination for me. Everyone knows from an earlier blog post that I really couldn't stand Ira, and I still can't. He ruined all his chances with that 'X' from Howard. Even though he thinks he's going to the Dunkin' Save, I think it's over for him.

10. Mountain Faith Band- If Ira wasn't in the show, I'm sure MFB would be in my bottom spot. I just don't think their vocals are good, and their bluegrass just isn't as good as all of the other singing styles we have on the show. Some people love it, but I don't think it was enough. Had she played the fiddle, she would've caught my attention more. But pitchy vocals and an odd song choice sealed their fate for sure.

9. Derek Hughes- I thought Derek's act was charming and enjoyable, but I don't think it was big enough at all to make it any further. Especially with competition with Oz, I don't think we'll be seeing Derek. The story was cute, but there was no big wow moment, and it was one of the oldest tricks in the book.

8. Benton Blount- I have never really liked Benton, but this performance, to me, was stronger than his last, and pretty bearable. Unfortunately, it just didn't stack up to the huge competition tonight. However, America loves him (as shown by all the polls), and I wouldn't be surprised if he made it, which is probably going to knock out some better singers, but his story (like Drew Lynch) will stay in America's minds, and he may be advancing.

7. Metal Mulisha Fitz Army- I love these guys, but nothing was really different to me. They are Wild Cards, and I don't expect America to vote them through.

6. Arielle Baril- I love her, but her song just didn't have any wow to it. However, with her age factored in, she jumps up in the Power Rankings. I don't know if America will remember it 3 hours from showtime, but they may remember it 2 minutes after the show, when they're voting. She may be a Dunkin' Save candidate.

5. Siro-A- The judge's favorite act (obviously), but to me, I am just confused as to what they actually do. They stand in front of lights at different times and make poses? I don't know, it just lacks the story that Kenichi had a few seasons back, however, their effect is still nice to the eye, and they are the clear favorite in the competition. Even though they aren't my favorite, they are a lot of people's favorite, and should easily advance.

4. Oz Pearlman- I don't know HOW he does it this time. He did a great job, and despite his act not being big and spectacle-like, I think it was more of a wow factor than Derek Hughes produced.

3. Samantha Johnson- I thought the beginning was somewhat monotone, but then the big part came in, and she KILLED it. I would vote for her, the only problem is, she went early in the night, and I feel like she won't stay in America's brains. Possibly a Dunkin' Save, or possibly the next shocking elimination.

2. Drew Lynch- This was the first time I actually laughed out loud at his comedy. I know he has some mixed fans out there, but I really enjoyed his act and thought he did enough to make it through to the next round. Howie may have done America a very big, charming favor.

1. The CraigLewis Band- If these guys don't advance, I'll be surprised. I loved them, and liked this much better than their last performance (contrary to what Mel B says). They were easily my favorite act of the night, and they should advance.

America seems to be way on board with Benton Blount and Siro-A, so I wouldn't be surprised if they made it. CraigLewis was too good to be eliminated or saved by Dunkin', so I say that those three acts advance with the vote (even though I wouldn't put Benton through). That leaves Oz, Drew Lynch, Samantha Johnson, and Arielle Baril for the remaining spots. Baril having the pimp spot will help, and Drew and Oz have lots of fans, so Samantha Johnson may just fall short. I feel like Drew Lynch is a huge favorite from America and will advance, leaving it between Oz and Arielle, with Oz going through.

PREDICTIONS:

Going Through- Siro-A, Benton Blount, The CraigLewis Band, Drew Lynch, and Oz Perlman

Eliminated- Arielle Baril, Samantha Johnson, Metal Mulisha Fitz Army, Ira (finally), Derek Hughes, and Mountain Faith Band

Sound off below if you'd like :) I'm gonna go watch the results now!

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I LOVE AGT! MAIL ME

Sent by BigBrother_78,Sep 3, 2015

my 2 favs are Piff and Oz

Sent by BigBrother_78,Sep 3, 2015

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