So You Think You Can Dance-Week 2

Mary was particularly annoying, Li'l C was particularly wordy, and Nigel was uncharacteristically subdued tonight. Due to weather problems and interruptions, I missed one of the performances so here is my take from last night, minus Ade and Melissa:


1.Asuka and Vittorio-Their waltz was GORGEOUS. So moving. I am still not sure of their chemistry but Vittorio especially REALLY picked it up this week and put his heart into it. Asuka was lovely in her flowy dress-kinda looked like a floaty little flower. The music was also a nice touch as well. I really felt this one.

2.Karla and Jonathan-While I agree that they performed this contemporary routine well, there is always one couple of the season that I can't warm to. This is that couple. Even so, this routine was extremely beautifully choreographed and the music choice was perfect. Both of them performed their parts devinely and the chemistry was palpable. I don't necessarily think that they did something that other dancers of the season could not have done equally as well but this routine alone moves them both way up in the ranks for me.

3.Brandon and Jeanette-If I liked Disco more, I would have placed them higher. But I can't get past the cheesiness of it all. It doesnt come accross as fun to me; it's tedious. That said, this was so fast-paced that it was impossible not to be impressed by the dancers' ability to pull it off so well! Her flexibility and his skill level really added alot to the routine. One of the best of the night, certainly. And it says alot that this was neither of their own styles and not only did they do it well, but last week they did the foxtrot equally well. They are both just great all-around dancers.


4.Max and Kayla-Kayla is still my favorite female in the competition. She is so fantastic and this pop routine was no exception. I found myself watching her almost exclusively...Max was just kind of a prop. Not that he didnt do well, he just didnt match her in any way, shape, or form. Because they didnt equalize the balance, I can't place them any higher. Plus, I'm not a fan of the 'pop' style of dance which always comes accross as too 'music video' for me.


5.Evan and Randi-Whether it was technically the best, or whether they slightly disappointed the judges or not...they're still my favorite couple. They have tons of personality that really comes through and this jive routine was right up my alley. It was high energy and super FUN! I hope they make it thru so they can get back on top again next week. My husband realized last night that reason Randi looks so familiar to us is that she reminds of us Kelli Pickler! heh heh.

Bottom Three:
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6.Kupono and Ashley- It was a good hip hop, not a great one. They both hit all the moves and gave proper 'attitude'. It seemed they might have been slightly 'off' and were a little too slow for the music. No doubt that the choreography was NOT at fault here...the routine could have been FANTASTIC, with better dancing. All in all, it was decent but I think they both deserve to dance for their lives and show us why they're here.

7.Phllip and Jeanine-Poor thing, she tried so hard. Her grace and poise really attempted to pull Phillip into the world of tango but both of them hit a very dull thud. It was very uncomfortable, very staccato, very stiff. Though she definitely outdanced him, it was obvious they they weren't hitting their stride and the dance seemed to trudge along as if they were wading thru water. I don't even think the girls' nonstop screaming for Phillip will save them from the bottom three.

8.Katilin and Jason-I dont think the hip hop routine was all that great to begin with. Danced by these two, it really suffered. They were great last week but Kaitlin especially seemed to have alot of trouble. It looked awkward and weak...much like Britney Spears looks MOST of the time. Jason was better but they never really meshed. A bit dull.

Results Show: The Opening number by Mia Michaels was STUNNING and the dance guest was entertaining but came off as a novelty this week. The live performance was entirely lip synched and forgettable...I fast forwarded it after 20 seconds. The bottom six were not surprising really, though I think it's a shame that Kayla was called on to prove herself when the judges love her so completely. They were less than impressed by her solo but i thought it was beautiful and left the other two gals in the dust. As for the two that ended up leavinging, Max and Ashley...I can't say I don't think the judges got it right. I'm excited to see Kayla and Kupono dance together!