"When I Think of You" was absolutely perfect, especially the intro w/ Reggie's bass and Christie's scatting. That was easily one of the best moments of the whole season. I agree with all the comments on here saying that they are too good/advanced for this show and for mainstream America. I can't wait to see Afro-Blue live one day. I will always be a fan.
Danielle completely channeled Janet!!! It was great, especially "Miss You Much." "That's the end?" Lol that was cute and exactly what I was thinking. Proud Bison loving AfroBlue.
I think Afro-Blue is tremendously talented. I think they've adapted so well to the different styles they've been asked to arrange outside their comfort zone. They take me back to Manhattan Transfer.
The things is: Afro Blue cannot win because they have absolutely nothing to learn from this show. They are musical geniuses, and their arrangements and execution are so tight and flawless, they put every other group to shame. The judges should fall down and worship at their feet. But America (the effing birthplace of jazz) doesn't understand jazz because their brains have become complacent with simple-minded pop songs with juvenile lyrics sporting laughable metaphors with formulaic arrangements
I think Shawn and Sara got lost on the part when Afro-blue was transitioning into the "When I think of You" song. I think they were paying more attention to christie's scat rather than reggie's bass. The first time you listen, your like huh? but listening for the second time your like "Oh, that was HOT!!!" IMO, this group had the best performance for the medleys. Reggie was really ON POINT! If your still lost, that means that you don't have a good ear for music. Tune up your ear drums!!! Lol...
@Angrybirds0506 I believe you are absolutely right. I wasn't disappointed in Afro Blue as much as I was disappointed in their song selection. They need more current hits to stay alive. That Kanye West American Boy was so sick. Janet was great in her day but the songs were so dated that the crowd couldn't get into the energy of the song. I'm really pulling for Afro-Blue!!!
I was ready to slap the judges. This performance was amazing, intricate harmonies are what they are known for and they have a signature sound and style that makes them stand out. I completely disagree that they "overthink" their performances. Anyone who can't appreciate their talent needs to just get out.....just get out!
...Jazz is complex and rich by nature. What the judges meant to say was that their sound is too intelligent for mainstream America. They disappoint me in their lack of understanding and appreciation of good vocal jazz. Afro Blue's stylings are so smooth, they sound like rich dark chocolate and a warm fuzzy sweater...for my ears. Clearly, some judges need to be schooled.
@artsygg Janet is the icon that taught Rhianna and Alicia. Why would they pay homage to the students when they know the real respect goes to the teacher?
@Five6Sevenand8 Hey, I'm not challenging Janet"s Icon status! Bottomline, I want to see AfroBlue make it to the finals and possibly win this thing. Last week was a little iffy. Last night they were in the bottom 2. How is that possible? Maybe it's related to song choice. Last wk their competitors were given slightly more current songs by Alicia & Rhianna, which AfroBlue would have nailed. Nevertheless, the judges seem to "penalize" them for being too harmonically complex, which is ridiculous.
I like Janet and I like AfroBlue but their medley was lack luster. I wonder why they didn't choose Rhianna or Alicia. Better yet, how could they do a Janet medley without including "Thats the Way Love Goes?" Anyway, glad they're still in the running. Next week should be better.
I'm a fan of this group, but I must admit that I didn't care for this performance that much. The strongest singers in the group didn't really sing much. Danielle is always great; she's got stage presence. Other than her little part, I didn't like it. But I'm still one percent behind them.
