| I was lucky enough to attend a taping of the first finalist show and really, being in the audience just made me realize how awesome all the finalists are in their own ways. the atmosphere definitely made me like the show even more. 
Shannon - she's adorable. great voice, dance skills, and she has such a great smile!
Alex - really smooth voice. great for R&B songs. and the fact that he used to be chubby probably means he's not a jackass. (people born pretty tend to be... I know I'm generalizing. )
Garry - really amazing high notes. blew me away.
Jamisen - how can you not have a crush on this girl? her smile as she performs just sucks you in. 
Brandon - his body movements are smooth as silk, and yesterday he proved he's a great singer, too. and so young!
Serena - that voice! she's gonna get a record deal no matter what the outcome of this show is.
Justin - this guy's rhymes are ridiculous (in a great way). He's so different from all the other finalists so it was refreshing every time he performs.
Allyson - no one can possibly deny how great this girl is at dancing. I'm surprised she's not a backup dancer for some big act yet.
Raymond - I think I've said enough great things about him already. He smells like poo.
Harlemm - he's the most unique performer out of everyone, and his age! wow. way to represent the old guys! 
Lauren - I really like her. she looks so comfortable on stage and never seems nervous. You can tell that easily from her performances.
Moy - her eyes just draw me in, and her movement on stage whether dancing hardcore or singing a ballad really makes you believe in what she's trying to express.
remember, what you LIKE about each performer, please.  | |