I finally got the "omph" to write something bout this season. The past few weeks had been rather BORED for a singing competition. Just imagine Top 7 passed, Top 6 passed and i still dont get impressed or should i say i cant remember a single performance by any single contestants. Maybe the bad one i might. ;D ;D
This week (Top 5) changed my perception towards OIAM2. Hopefully this will continue. Perhaps the contestants only realised OIAM2 is afterall a competition worth RM1million?
The ever consistant Sarah did a pretty good job with her rendition of
Janji Manismu featuring Damien of V.E. Her powerful vocal plus her melodious voice brought out the best of the song. But somehow i didnt get the harmonious blend of both their voice (only one part of the song). Just that small part that i didnt quite like it. All in all, Great job to the both singers. Sarah is looking good for finals with such kinda performance, definitely.
Coming REAL close (or more) to compete for the RM1million is obviously the gurl of the competition. I can never fail to compliment her with her song choice. Week after week of her good / up to par performance, she finally showed up her power in the competition. This is the first time i get goosebumps in OIAM 2. Ayu definitely knows her thing and she knows what she wants for her music. By choosing Jaclyn Victor to duet the top song
Cinta is certainly a big move and a VERY VERY brave act. I can say finally there is a memorable performance in OIAM 2. Keep up the good work Ayu, wonder what is her next song choice for the coming week.
Marion's cutie pie - Mark. It was an aweful performance. First it was Farah who was sick that time. Second it was Mark that did not show up his skills in the song. I was about to enjoy the song when he started off singing it with a simple style sitting by the side of the stage. Was quite good with his soft voice till when both the singers start with the chorus till the end. Not
Sempurna at all. Mark really needs to improve on his vocal and most importantly, his confident on stage, not to mention his concentration too. In a danger state this week, but it is still up to the Malaysians whether he deserve it or not. As quoted Paul and Syafinaz - no matter what Malaysia still loves him. ;D
Shila, OIAM 2 and Alif OIAM 1 - the nominated High School Musical pair (by everyone). ;D ;D. It clearly showed that the performance was no other words than FUN. Somehow it made me tap my foot a lil. No i did not
Khayal. The song itself is full of joy and their performance that day made it even joyful. *what am i talking
* Unfortunately, I dont quite like Shila's high note which is sharper than a blade. Sometimes those sharp+high notes are really annoying when in a sudden it pierce through your ears while you are enjoying her performance. No doubt, she is a great performer. Should be safe for next week if those "rumours" dont play a role.
Ab was a lil
Keliru with his status on stage with Nurul that day. Confuse in the sense of Is Nurul one of the contestants in OIAM 2? Whatever is it, Ab did project his good vocal this week in Top 5. His voice is very much suitable for that kinda song. The only weakness he got for this "Duet With Artistes" week is Nurul is toooo good a singer for him. He got no chance in stealing the show and he was covered up by Nurul most of the time. I myself got
Keliru when Ab tried to repeat Nurul's line. I dont know whether is he trying to make the song his or did he went out of tune like what Syafinaz said. No worries, he should be safe for the week.
One more thing. I realised almost ALLLLLL the contestants that got the boot sang WELL for their last performance in the show. Is it the stress that got everyone's nerve during the competition? Shone definitely did a good job duetting with Andy Flop Poppy. Just wonder maybe this will be the key to success. The ability to control your nerve while u are in a competition. Key to success it is. ;D ;D
May the best stays.
* Unfortunately, I dont quite like Shila's high note which is sharper than a blade. Sometimes those sharp+high notes are really annoying when in a sudden it pierce through your ears while you are enjoying her performance. No doubt, she is a great performer. Should be safe for next week if those "rumours" dont play a role.