I love the way she choreographs herself. She has such a great style of movement and musicality, and even though she's still throwing acro in there, it's not as much as it was, so I can deal with it. There is no way in hell Nigel is sending this girl home. I just wish she could bring this out when she dances with Jason.
Speaking of Jason, it's time for his solo.
There's no denying that this kid can dance, but this solo had the same feel for me that Kayla's did last week. Way too much going on as far as tricks, not enough dance in it. Does that make sense? It felt so rushed; as if he was trying to throw everything in there, but there was no connection from step to step and beat to beat. I don't think he's going to go anywhere; he's too good for them to let him go right now, but he may want to ease up a little.
So. Before the show "treats" us to the musical performance of the night, I thought I'd go back through my video archives and share another great performance with you all. This time it's a solo. By Danny. We had so much talk last week about how great he was in his season, that I was inspired to go back and rewatch some more of his dances. This solo is from the Top 6 show. Enjoy.
Okay. Now I may be able to stomach the musical guest they have planned for us. This week, it's The Veronicas. Ummmm, I have a question. Is it really that hard to clap with the beat of the song? The audience is clapping like a million miles a minute and the song pace starts slow. Are they deaf?
Edgy by FOX
Well at least there's no doubt they're doing their owning singing this week; you can barely hear the one, while the other is really loud. It's not terrible, but it's not great either. I still don't understand why we can't have more dance performances every week instead of this stuff. And YES, I probably will mention it each week, so get over it. Because I refuse to.
Alright, we've barely anytime left, and two people's hopes and dreams to squash. Let's get to it, shall we? Ladies first.
Nigel tells us they are unanimous in their decision. Caitlin, please step forward. Nigel says they can all see she is growing in confidence each week. They also thought she gave the best solo tonight, and I do agree with that. He tells her she's safe, she can leave the stage, and she steps back in line. Dope. Cat tells her to get off the stage before they change their minds. Oh silly Cat, you can be a dope and still be a great dancer.
So Asuka and Karla are left. I really want Asuka to go home, but honestly, I wouldn't really care if Karla did. Karla step forward. The judges felt like she was a little desperate tonight. He calls her out for falling out of her pirouettes, and says she never really found her center. She wasn't as strong as she can be. Step back.
Asuka, please step forward. Nigel says she is such an exciting performer. (ewwwww) She's beautiful, and she gives a little bit of herself with everything that she does. Like which bits, Nigel? Does she leave behind toe nail clippings or something? They feel as if she is not growing enough in the competition. Buh-bye.
We do the farewell montage, and then Cat asks her what she will remember most about being on the show. "Working with Vitolio." She gets a little choked up as she's saying it, and it's funny because I think that this is probably the only time I really liked her at all, and it's when she's headed out the door. I do love Cat in these moments though, she's so sweet and comforting to these guys.
Time for the guys. The judges are NOT unanimous in their decision this time. Uh oh. I don't like the sound of that. We're starting with Vitolio. Nigel says he always shows a great deal of promise but then he doesn't always deliver. He takes these huge preparations, and you think he's going to do a double tour or a grand jete but he delivers a single tour and just a jete.
Nigel tells him he can't hold back in this competition, especially since he's been landing in the bottom week after week. Uh, it's only three weeks into the performances Nigel. Don't you think you're being a little dramatic? Vitolio is warned to bring it, and sent back to the line.
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Comments (19)
Thanks for the great recap. My television kept randomly changing to static, seemingly at the worst times (including Jason's solo!)
Sad to see Jonathan go. I really liked his personality and his gymnastics. Too bad he couldn't dance as well as he could tumble. I'm hoping Vitolio gets eliminated next and Karla finds a way to save herself.
1 of 19 | Posted by tv freak | Posted on June 29, 2009 3:41 PM
Another great re-cap -- great (in part) because of the way you manage to work hot pictures of Hugh in when we (or at least I) least expect it. That's a gift, I tell ya!
I was sooo glad to see Asuka gone. And Jonathan. I'm hoping that Vitolio and Karla can bring out a spark in each other, because I'm on the verge of liking them both. I hate agreeing with Nigel, but Vito really needed to bring something more to his solo this week (I thought he was better his first trip to the bottom) and Karla...it's like she has the ingredients to be really good but they don't quite mix together yet...but here's hoping..
Caitlin frustrates me! I so wanted her to be gone so that Jason could get paired with a more dynamic partner, but dammit she pulls out all kinds of excellence in her solos. I'm with you: why can't she do that when she's dancing someone else's choreography with Jason? Can she only connect to her own choreography? Or is it that she's danced those routines many times before and feels more competent in them? Is she just not comfy dancing with a partner? IDK...
Jonathan does seem like a sweetie, but he was definitely out of his depth. I agree, it bugs me when the judges put people through when they're not yet ready just so they can have someone to criticize (I assume). The do that on AI too. It's annoying!
2 of 19 | Posted by Lizbot | Posted on June 29, 2009 4:17 PM
Couple things- I will not miss Asuka at all. I HATED their dance from the performance show. Jonathan seemed nice, but I don't really have any feelings on him either way.
Pottymouth- are you serious?? You didn't think the Veronicas were that bad??? I thought the singing was absolutely atrocious. And sharp. Good Lord, those girls are terrible.
3 of 19 | Posted by Rock Star | Posted on June 30, 2009 5:06 AM
tv freak: I think Vitolio will be gone for sure if he doesn't bust out something amazing this week. Karla's in the same boat.
Lizbot: I'm glad you're enjoying the pix. I don't ever want it to feel forced, which is why I said at the beginning of the season that he might only be making guest appearances. Luckily (or unluckily if you don't like Hugh) he seems to pop into my mind at good moments to incorporate.
I totally agree about Caitlin. It's incredibly frustrating.
Rock Star: LOL, I think comparing them in my mind to Kingston and DeBarge, they didn't seem all that bad. This show is making me lower my standards!! Or benadryl makes everyone sound better. :P
SWAK, PottyMouth
4 of 19 | Posted by PottyMouth | Posted on June 30, 2009 7:08 AM
`PottyMouth - please, oh please, keep Hugh as a featured player. Those pix are the cherry on the sundae of an already delightful recap!
I always laugh at the clever way you incorporate him, and then spend a few minutes admiring...
5 of 19 | Posted by rjfrankel | Posted on June 30, 2009 8:46 AM
i love love love these recaps...more hugh, more dances from previous seasons!
lol i did exactly the same thing as your screencap when toni was making her judging comments, turned to my friend and said "street street street y street street"...she is pretty useless. other useless judges include debbie allen and dan karaty (what a douche)
6 of 19 | Posted by buttersstotch | Posted on June 30, 2009 10:55 AM
buttersstotch: Isn't Dan Karaty (hopefully this doesn't offend someone) the white hip-hop choreographer? I remember him choreographing some routines (not sure if they were good or not)? Where is he though? I haven't seen him this season.
7 of 19 | Posted by hm21 | Posted on June 30, 2009 3:09 PM
Pottymouth, I love that you take the time to read and respond to comments (not that you should feel that you always have to, but it's nice)
Also, I love that you're so knowledgeable about SYTYCD stats. So I have a question: what were Dan's stats while he was on the show. It's my perception that he was the KOD (Kiss Of Death) choreographer, but I'm not sure. I don't think his dancers always got the boot, but how often did they wind up in the bottom 3? If you know that I'll heart you forever :) Ah wait, maybe I already do....
hm21, I can't stand Dan as a choreographer but I actually liked him as a judge. I also heart Debbie Allen, but we all have our tastes I guess...
8 of 19 | Posted by Lizbot | Posted on June 30, 2009 4:15 PM
I always liked Dan Karaty as a judge as well...he only had about 2 routines he choreographed in the first year of the show that I enjoyed but I always thought he was a good judge...and kinda cute too :)
9 of 19 | Posted by shibaby | Posted on June 30, 2009 5:58 PM
The only thing I remember Dan choreographing was Cameron and Lacey's hip hop number, which was OK. I agree that he is a great judge, though; he's insightful, gives good feedback, and isn't afraid to disagree with Nigel. They need to replace Mary with him!
PM, I just love your recaps! You obviously love the show as much as we do, which makes them fun to read.
10 of 19 | Posted by here4beer | Posted on June 30, 2009 6:23 PM
This comment is obviously really late, but oh well.
I liked Dan as a judge, he was NORMAL. His choreography was bad though.
I figure if a few of the dancers get show-ending injuries they'll bring Ashley back as a substitue... I haven't given up hope yet!
PottyMouth, I too think it's great that you take the time to respond to every post. I was thinking of leaving fifty posts just to see how far I could push you, but didn't want to get run out of town :P
11 of 19 | Posted by ohhhyeah | Posted on June 30, 2009 8:28 PM
rjfrankel: As long as Hugh keeps calling to me, he will keep being a part of the recaps.
buttersstotch: I’m so glad you’re enjoying them. I love re-watching old routines, so I’m glad you guys are enjoying it too. You’re so street.
hm21: I think Dan is working on SYTYCD Canada. I haven’t seen it, so I don’t know that for sure, but that is what I had heard.
Lizbot: I never do anything that I HAVE to do. :P I enjoy having the “conversations” with you all. Dan’s track record as a choreographer was never good, but he hasn’t really done that much, surprisingly. Season 1 he choreographed two dances. One resulted in an elimination, one was for the final four. Season two, he did two dances, both resulted in eliminations. Season three he did two dances, one (Danny & Anya) put them in the bottom, the other (Lacey & Kameron) were safe.
shibaby: I liked Dan as a judge as well. I thought he gave good critiques, and HE never put anyone on the hot tamale train.
here4beer: I’m so glad it shows that I love the show. I’ve watched from the beginning, and was hooked immediately!
ohhhyeah: It’s never too late! There could be hope – there always seems to be at least one injury – or maybe Mia will give another person a nervous breakdown. Fifty posts?!?! That would be insane.
SWAK, PottyMouth
12 of 19 | Posted by PottyMouth | Posted on June 30, 2009 8:47 PM
Great job potty with Dan's track record.
"I figure if a few of the dancers get show-ending injuries they'll bring Ashley back as a substitue... I haven't given up hope yet!"
Am I missing something? I don't remember any Ashleys from this season...
13 of 19 | Posted by tv freak | Posted on July 1, 2009 9:17 AM
rotflol...that's sad that i already forgot ashley. I had to look up my list of the top 20 to remember her...that kinda says something about her i guess...
14 of 19 | Posted by tv freak | Posted on July 1, 2009 9:18 AM
Thanks for the Dan Karaty breakdown, Pottymouth. You are the SYTYCD Queen! I didn't realize Dan had choreographed so few times -- I just remember some very bad routines so I guess he was more salient to me as a result.
Glad you don't find "conversing" with us to be a chore :)
Oh, and I'm not sure what Dan's role on SYTYCD Canada will be this season, but last year he was a judge at the auditions (can't remember if he put in an appearance at our version of "hell week" in Toronto) and I believe he judged at least one of the shows. He wasn't there often enough to justify his absence from SYTYCD USA, I don't think, so I"m thinking his lack of presence there may have more to do with his reputation of being the KOD choreographer....
Ohhyeah: I found myself missing Ashley this week more than I thought I would. I just really want to have at least one female dancer I can get behind 100% (the more I hear Kayla talk the harder it is to be fully in her corner!)
15 of 19 | Posted by Lizbot | Posted on July 1, 2009 9:29 AM
Oh yeah, and more re: Dan and SYTYCD Canada: Mary made about as many appearances as Dan did on the show I believe and the seasons run at different times of the year, so definitely no excuse. I don't know how it will work this fall when they are running Season 6 of the American version at the same time Season 2 of the Canadian version is supposed to be running
16 of 19 | Posted by Lizbot | Posted on July 1, 2009 9:31 AM
tv freak: You just made me LOL! I think it’s hilarious that you forgot for a minute who Ashley is!
Lizbot: I hadn’t realized it either – I always think of him as having such a presence the first couple of seasons, but that must have been at the judging table (and his little “spat” with Blake).
Nope, you guys are not a chore at all – I could talk about this show all day long. :D Thanks for the info re: SYTYCD Canada – it’s criminal how little I know about the non-US versions!
SWAK, PottyMouth
17 of 19 | Posted by PottyMouth | Posted on July 1, 2009 11:48 AM
I find that this season is good - Cat is smashing as usual. Love Ade/Melissa but he needs to lose the pick! Doesn't Melissa look older than 29? No matter - still love her. Love Brandon - such a sweetie. Why can't they give a towel to those who sweat? (Vitolio)... Love all the comments - best blog around!
18 of 19 | Posted by Tommy Girl | Posted on July 2, 2009 12:02 AM
I can already tell that it will be getting harder to see anyone voted off as the season digresses. I want them all to do as well as their talent and determination will allow them. Too bad that luck and (perhaps) some bias by the judges (or the producers) is part of the formula. Such is life (sigh).
Thanks for the recap! (I missed the show - on the road, moving to a new "hideout" - sounds like that opening number was spectacular!)
19 of 19 | Posted by fire@will | Posted on July 2, 2009 2:12 PM