Jesse Kinch dominates “Rising Star” Final Six

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com When Jesse Kinch first sang “I Put A Spell On You” during his first audition, he became the artist that redeemed this show! His old school vocals gave everyone chills and now…he has a one-in-five shot to make it to the Rising Star finale! But, did Jesse’s winning streak stop tonight? […]

Kenichi Ebina and Taylor Williamson return to their old “AGT” stomping grounds

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com In all honesty, the competition truly began last night! There were some outstanding surprises (here’s looking at you, Cornell Bhangra and Blue Journey) and astonishing performances (great work, AcroArmy, Sons of Serendip and Wendi Liebman)! Tonight, five more acts advanced to the Semifinals! Which acts advanced? Which fan favorites were surprisingly […]

Stars come out during “AGT: Season Nine” Week Three Quarterfinals

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is only week three of the Live Shows and already there have been some controversial decisions made by the judges! From the inclusion of Juan Carlos in this year’s live shows to the surprising eliminations of frontrunners Acte II and Flight Crew Jump Rope, fans have been complaining about the […]

Jesse Kinch continues to shine during “Rising Star” Top Eight

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com And, then there were eight! Tonight, Rising Star’s top eight artists sang their hearts out for a coveted spot in next week’s semifinals! Who brought their A-game? Did the artists gain the five-percent assistance vote from Brad Paisley, Kesha and Ludacris? Read on to find out… Up first to face America […]

Lindsey Stirling returns home to “AGT”

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last night, the second group of quarterfinalists competed for five spots in the Season Nine semifinals! Several acts rose to the challenge, others delivered disappointing performances and Juan Carlos became the first act to be buzzed by a judge this live show! So who moved through to the next round? Which […]

“AGT” continues its Quarterfinals

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last week, America’s Got Talent returned to Radio City Music Hall! It was clear that a line had been drawn between contenders and pretenders as Baila Conmigo, David & Leeman, Dan Naturman, Miguel Dakota and Emily West advanced to the Semifinals! This week, a brand new batch of contestants ranging from […]

The “Rising Star” Quarterfinals begin!

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com For the past six weeks, stars were made or fell from grace because of your votes, America! Now, we are down to 13 acts. In order to make it to the Semifinals, each singer must perform for your votes. The show’s panel of experts (Brad Paisley, Kesha and Ludacris) will also […]

Enrique Iglesias heats up “AGT” as the semi-finalists are revealed!

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last night, the first set of 12 acts took to the Radio City Music Hall stage as the first live Quarterfinals began! Some acts set the iconic venue on fire (Emily West, JD Anderson and Jasmine Flowers), while others succumbed to the pressure that this stage brought (Sean & Luke and […]

“AGT: Season Nine” live shows FINALLY begin!

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com This is it! After months of auditions and a week of surprising cuts (we miss you Beach Avenue and Mighty Atom, Jr.), the show has finally arrived at Radio City Music Hall! Tonight, the first 12 acts must raise their performance in order to impress both the judges (Howie Mandel, Mel […]

Duel of the “Rising Stars”: Round Two

  By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last week, Rising Star shifted things into high gear as the Duels began! Both the viewers and experts (Brad Paisley, Kesha and Ludacris) voted through Alice J. Lee, Megan Tibbits and Jesse Kinch into the next round. Meanwhile, the West Coast elected to bring back Lisa Punch into the competition. […]

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