Binghamton vs. Houston
Pick: Houston in 6
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
AHL Calder Cup Playoffs-Conference Finals (Results)
Eastern Conference
Charlotte vs. Binghamton
Pick: Charlotte in 6
Results: 4-0 Binghamton
Western Conference
Hamilton vs. Houston
Pick: Houston in 6
Results:4-3 Houston
Glee Top 10 (Season 2)
Last year on the morning of the final Glee episode of season one, I made a Top 10 list of the best songs of the season. So since this is the season two finale, I'd do the same thing. So in a season filled with theme episodes, it's been a very up and down year for the music. With that being said...
10. Forget You (Holly and New Directions)
The original verison of this song might just be one of favorite songs in the last year. But when it got performed on the show, it brought it to a different level and brought the show up with a new modern feel. It was well done and has been on my MP3 player ever since.
9. Welcome Christmas (New Directions)
If there is one thing that is difficult to do is to make a Christmas special different and interseting. If that doesn't work, borrowing one of the most famous stories works too. That's what Glee did. They did their version of How The Grinch Stole Christmas, which turned into a combo of the original cartoon and the Jim Carey movie. This song ended up not being on their Christmas CD, but it turned into the best song of the entire show. It was the best Christmas song I had heard it years. It was the first time the group had sung as a real choir. So beautiful.
8. Thriller/Heads Will Roll (New Directions and The Football Players)
When you get the honor to have your show air after the Super Bowl, you have to go all out, that's just what Glee did. After a wild show, full of really good storylines, we get this performance. The halftime show for the high school football championship game. Besides being a great song, the performance was very entertaining.
7. Touch-A, Touch-A, Touch-A Me (Emma)
During a up and down Rocky Horror episode, there was one performance that stood out. Watching Emma sing this song to Shue might have been one of the hottest moments of the whole season. On top of the song, every female in America was jealous of her for getting Will topless and dancing on him.
6. Raise Your Glass (The Warblers)
There had to be one Warblers song on this list. They were such a HUGE part of the season this year, especially Blaine and Kurt's relationship. This was the song they sung at Regionals and for me was their best sung and well performed performance of the season.
5. Take Me or Leave Me (Rachel and Mercades)
Just based on the fact that these two are by far the best singers on the show, this was the first time they actual got a chance to truly duet together. It was the second ever Diva-Off and the best female performace of the season by far.
4. Just The Way You Are (Finn)
This might have been one of the weirdest song selections on paper, but in context it was one of the best. By the song, it would seem this song was sung to Rachel, but in fact it was sung to Kurt after their parents got married. It was first real big heartfelt moment of the season.
1. Loser Like Me (New Directions)
Noting that I have yet to hear any of the songs for tonight's show, this is the best song of the season by far. It was the first original group song ever, it was catchy and is a song that more people can relate to than any on the show in the past. This performance is the anthem of this show, and told the story of the series up to this point. It's also the song that won Regionals for them.
That's that. Yes I left out some great performances, and not everyone is going to agree with this list, but hey you can't please everyone right?
10. Forget You (Holly and New Directions)
The original verison of this song might just be one of favorite songs in the last year. But when it got performed on the show, it brought it to a different level and brought the show up with a new modern feel. It was well done and has been on my MP3 player ever since.
9. Welcome Christmas (New Directions)
If there is one thing that is difficult to do is to make a Christmas special different and interseting. If that doesn't work, borrowing one of the most famous stories works too. That's what Glee did. They did their version of How The Grinch Stole Christmas, which turned into a combo of the original cartoon and the Jim Carey movie. This song ended up not being on their Christmas CD, but it turned into the best song of the entire show. It was the best Christmas song I had heard it years. It was the first time the group had sung as a real choir. So beautiful.
8. Thriller/Heads Will Roll (New Directions and The Football Players)
When you get the honor to have your show air after the Super Bowl, you have to go all out, that's just what Glee did. After a wild show, full of really good storylines, we get this performance. The halftime show for the high school football championship game. Besides being a great song, the performance was very entertaining.
7. Touch-A, Touch-A, Touch-A Me (Emma)
During a up and down Rocky Horror episode, there was one performance that stood out. Watching Emma sing this song to Shue might have been one of the hottest moments of the whole season. On top of the song, every female in America was jealous of her for getting Will topless and dancing on him.
6. Raise Your Glass (The Warblers)
There had to be one Warblers song on this list. They were such a HUGE part of the season this year, especially Blaine and Kurt's relationship. This was the song they sung at Regionals and for me was their best sung and well performed performance of the season.
5. Take Me or Leave Me (Rachel and Mercades)
Just based on the fact that these two are by far the best singers on the show, this was the first time they actual got a chance to truly duet together. It was the second ever Diva-Off and the best female performace of the season by far.
4. Just The Way You Are (Finn)
This might have been one of the weirdest song selections on paper, but in context it was one of the best. By the song, it would seem this song was sung to Rachel, but in fact it was sung to Kurt after their parents got married. It was first real big heartfelt moment of the season.
3. Pure Imagination (New Directions)
So how did one of the last songs of the season make this list? Mainly because it was of the most impactful. This might be the turning point of the series, not just the season. It was sung at Sue's sister's funeral, that New Directions put together, and was sung over a great video montage of Jean's life. It hit Sue so hard and for the first time she stopped hating Will and ND.
2. I Wanna Hold Your Hand (Kurt)
Okay, this might be the best solo of the series so far. When Kurt's father ended up int he hospital, assumingly on his deathbed, Kurt decided to dedicate this song to his dad. If you watched this performance and didn't get emotional, you don't have a heart. 1. Loser Like Me (New Directions)
Noting that I have yet to hear any of the songs for tonight's show, this is the best song of the season by far. It was the first original group song ever, it was catchy and is a song that more people can relate to than any on the show in the past. This performance is the anthem of this show, and told the story of the series up to this point. It's also the song that won Regionals for them.
That's that. Yes I left out some great performances, and not everyone is going to agree with this list, but hey you can't please everyone right?
Celebrity Apprentice: And The Winner Is..... (5/22/11)
After two months, Sunday night we got to the finale of Celebrity Apprentice.
Part of me wants to talk about the challenge, talk about the returning stars, the song and especially the finish.
I'll take it step by step.
The Video
Jon's video was funnier and overall better than Marlee's. I just didn't enjoy the placement of Geoffrey Holder, maybe I'm just too young to appreciate it. I thought getting Dee Snider was bigger.
The Can
I thought it was pretty close. But I really like Jon's but honestly you couldn't go wrong either way.
The Presentation/Event
Well I gotta say that Marlee's event was more personal and organized. I really enjoyed the Harlem Globetrotters. Jon and Star both messed up with Def Leppard's rider and started the show too early. To Jon's credit I give him credit for breaking out the gutiar and performing to kill time. That was a great display.
Extra
Despite this NOT being a fundraising challenge, Jon actually made over $260,000 because some big time friends decided to donate. No one is crazy enough to say no to this money.
Then came a moment that I didn't expect. Jon wrote a song called For The Kids. So in a reality tv competition first, the two competitors actually performed together. Jon sang, Marlee signed and then if it couldn't get anymore heart-wrenching and amazing, they were helped by the Deaf Choir of New York. It was probably one of the most amazing moments I've ever experienced and it left me speechless.
Then came the big moment. It was tough, no one ever said it wasn't going to be. This might have been the toughest choice. But in the end, the right person won, Jon Rich was named Celebrity Apprentice.
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| Who wouldn't want to walk down the street with these guys? |
Part of me wants to talk about the challenge, talk about the returning stars, the song and especially the finish.
I'll take it step by step.
The Video
Jon's video was funnier and overall better than Marlee's. I just didn't enjoy the placement of Geoffrey Holder, maybe I'm just too young to appreciate it. I thought getting Dee Snider was bigger.
The Can
I thought it was pretty close. But I really like Jon's but honestly you couldn't go wrong either way.
The Presentation/Event
Well I gotta say that Marlee's event was more personal and organized. I really enjoyed the Harlem Globetrotters. Jon and Star both messed up with Def Leppard's rider and started the show too early. To Jon's credit I give him credit for breaking out the gutiar and performing to kill time. That was a great display.
Extra
Despite this NOT being a fundraising challenge, Jon actually made over $260,000 because some big time friends decided to donate. No one is crazy enough to say no to this money.
Then came the big moment. It was tough, no one ever said it wasn't going to be. This might have been the toughest choice. But in the end, the right person won, Jon Rich was named Celebrity Apprentice.
Top 10 Gary Busey Lines:
I couldn't resist one last Gary Busey sub-section. In honor of the finale, and the fact that Gary did return for the finale, I am making this countdown:
I couldn't resist one last Gary Busey sub-section. In honor of the finale, and the fact that Gary did return for the finale, I am making this countdown:
#10 "A righteous truth, A-R-T is the defination of art. Because you need heart for the art and the art brings the heart."
#9 "What we did better is what we did on the day of the task."-Gary
"What do you mean?"-Donald
"It means we did better on that day,"-Gary.
#8 "Like freedom, Facing Real Exciting Energy Developing Out Miracles."
#7 "I know nothing's free but my heart to your heart is free."
#6 "I think they should be used to be looked at to be usable."
#5 "Pizza makes you put on your clothes like you're a fish"
#4 "The team I have, everyone is like a different color of the rainbow."
#3 "Where the pepperoni lands that where the miracle will happen!"
#2 "There were no mistakes made. If there was a mistake made, it was to understand that a mistake is a gift so you just brush it away and achieve it in another way."
#1 "It's like having the best ingredients in the world to make the best cake you can make. It's gonna come out tomorrow, it's gonna be warm and fluffy and put a drop, put a scoop of chocolate or vanilla ice cream on that cake, it'll melt, and oh yi-yi-yi, it'll be fun to eat!"
Well that's it for this season. I gotta say this has been a fun ride, even though it has been tough to keep up with this show in here. The season just ended and I already can't wait till next season!
#9 "What we did better is what we did on the day of the task."-Gary
"What do you mean?"-Donald
"It means we did better on that day,"-Gary.
#8 "Like freedom, Facing Real Exciting Energy Developing Out Miracles."
#7 "I know nothing's free but my heart to your heart is free."
#6 "I think they should be used to be looked at to be usable."
#5 "Pizza makes you put on your clothes like you're a fish"
#4 "The team I have, everyone is like a different color of the rainbow."
#3 "Where the pepperoni lands that where the miracle will happen!"
#2 "There were no mistakes made. If there was a mistake made, it was to understand that a mistake is a gift so you just brush it away and achieve it in another way."
#1 "It's like having the best ingredients in the world to make the best cake you can make. It's gonna come out tomorrow, it's gonna be warm and fluffy and put a drop, put a scoop of chocolate or vanilla ice cream on that cake, it'll melt, and oh yi-yi-yi, it'll be fun to eat!"
Well that's it for this season. I gotta say this has been a fun ride, even though it has been tough to keep up with this show in here. The season just ended and I already can't wait till next season!
Tough Enough: Talk The Talk (5/23/11)
Well this week Tough Enough was about charisma. In the wrestling world, despite what TNA thinks, you have to be entertaining and the one way to do that, outside and inside the ring, is with good or great charisma.
There were two stages of competition.
First the competitors had to lead a tour on a bus on Hollywood Boulevard. Bill had brough Pysch's James Roday to help judge the competition. I'll summarize this whole thing by saying that everyone seemed very uncomfortable, especially Christina and Andy, except for Jeremiah. He shined and was the star of this challenge.
Then at the gym was the big challenge. First they got to wrestle with Stone Cold's special guest, The Rock. Yes I wrote that right, Rock actually got in the ring and wrestled around with the rookies. It was actually a pleasure to watch. Then afterward, instead of leaving, he stuck around to help Stone Cold, Bill and Trish judge the contestants as they cut promos on Bill. I will say that all the guys did a good job, AJ though stood out with the best promo of the night, Christina was by far the worst.
Then it came down to elimination time.
Bottom 3
Eliminated: AJ and Christina
Well that's that. We are now down to three men. This should be fun.
There were two stages of competition.
First the competitors had to lead a tour on a bus on Hollywood Boulevard. Bill had brough Pysch's James Roday to help judge the competition. I'll summarize this whole thing by saying that everyone seemed very uncomfortable, especially Christina and Andy, except for Jeremiah. He shined and was the star of this challenge.
Then at the gym was the big challenge. First they got to wrestle with Stone Cold's special guest, The Rock. Yes I wrote that right, Rock actually got in the ring and wrestled around with the rookies. It was actually a pleasure to watch. Then afterward, instead of leaving, he stuck around to help Stone Cold, Bill and Trish judge the contestants as they cut promos on Bill. I will say that all the guys did a good job, AJ though stood out with the best promo of the night, Christina was by far the worst.
Then it came down to elimination time.
Bottom 3
- Christina
- AJ
- Andy
Eliminated: AJ and Christina
Well that's that. We are now down to three men. This should be fun.
Dancing with the Stars: The Finale! (5/23/11)
It's finale week on DWTS and that means a big two part event. Last night the remaining three couple performed two of their three dances, including the dance I have been looking forward to, the round that is the hardest to review, the freestyle. Let's get into it.
Judge Selection
Chelsea/Mark
Dance: Samba
Judge Mentor: Carrie Ann
Judge's Score: 29
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: Wow that was great! I loved how in sync they were with the lyrics with their movements. Well done!
Kristie/Maksim
Dance: Samba
Judge Mentor: Bruno
Judge's Score: 27
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: Okay this is getting tough! This was amazing and sexy! How is she doing it?
Hines/Kym
Dance: Quickstep
Judge Mentor: Len
Judge's Score: 29
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: Okay the song choice was awesome and the dance was amazing. What else can I say?
Freestyle Round
Chelsea/Mark
Judge's Score: 30 (59)
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: From the bike to the shoes that was insane!!!!! Wow! I can't believe it! Amazing!
Kristie/Maksim
Judge's Score: 27 (54)
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: Not as good I expected. But very well done. I give Kristie extra points for the cartwheel, that was awesome.
Hines/Kym
Judge's Score: 30 (59)
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: The halftime show! I enjoyed that alot! That was well worth the wait! Amazing!
After part one, it's a dead heat between Chelsea and Mark & Hines and Kym. I have no idea what's going to happen tonight.
Judge Selection
Chelsea/Mark
Dance: Samba
Judge Mentor: Carrie Ann
Judge's Score: 29
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: Wow that was great! I loved how in sync they were with the lyrics with their movements. Well done!
Kristie/Maksim
Dance: Samba
Judge Mentor: Bruno
Judge's Score: 27
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: Okay this is getting tough! This was amazing and sexy! How is she doing it?
Hines/Kym
Dance: Quickstep
Judge Mentor: Len
Judge's Score: 29
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: Okay the song choice was awesome and the dance was amazing. What else can I say?
Freestyle Round
Chelsea/Mark
Judge's Score: 30 (59)
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: From the bike to the shoes that was insane!!!!! Wow! I can't believe it! Amazing!
Kristie/Maksim
Judge's Score: 27 (54)
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: Not as good I expected. But very well done. I give Kristie extra points for the cartwheel, that was awesome.
Hines/Kym
Judge's Score: 30 (59)
My Rating: 5
Thoughts: The halftime show! I enjoyed that alot! That was well worth the wait! Amazing!
After part one, it's a dead heat between Chelsea and Mark & Hines and Kym. I have no idea what's going to happen tonight.
The Voice: Battle Rounds Get More Intense (5/17/11)
Round Two! I am really loving the battle round!
Coach: Cee Lo (guest mentor Monica)
Battle: Tje Austin vs. Naika
Song: Closer
Thoughts: That was really good. I honestly didn't like Ty on this song. Nika's personality struck the audience better. He stole it in my opinion.
Winner: Naika
Coach: Blake (guest mentor Reba)
Battle: Jared Blake vs. Elenowen
Song: Ain't No Mountain High Enough
Thoughts: Really weird to see duo vs. solo in a battle. Not sure who I wanted to actually advance.
Winner: Jared
Coach: Adam (guest mentor Adam Blackstone)
Battle: Angela Wolff vs. Javier Colon
Song: Stand By Me
Thoughts: First of all, Angela is really pretty but I was rooting on Javier in this one. He needs it more. They both did alright, I expected better. Javier won it for me.
Winner: Javier
Coach: Christina (guest mentor Sia Furler)
Battle: Beverly McCleellan vs. Justin Grennan
Song: Teenage Wasteland
Thoughts: Holy shit! Battle of the night! They both did amazing and played the crowd amazingly. Couldn't ask for anything better. I don't know who to pick.
Winner: Beverly
I really love this concept! Let's goto week three, it's only going to get more fun!
Coach: Cee Lo (guest mentor Monica)
Battle: Tje Austin vs. Naika
Song: Closer
Thoughts: That was really good. I honestly didn't like Ty on this song. Nika's personality struck the audience better. He stole it in my opinion.
Winner: Naika
Coach: Blake (guest mentor Reba)
Battle: Jared Blake vs. Elenowen
Song: Ain't No Mountain High Enough
Thoughts: Really weird to see duo vs. solo in a battle. Not sure who I wanted to actually advance.
Winner: Jared
Coach: Adam (guest mentor Adam Blackstone)
Battle: Angela Wolff vs. Javier Colon
Song: Stand By Me
Thoughts: First of all, Angela is really pretty but I was rooting on Javier in this one. He needs it more. They both did alright, I expected better. Javier won it for me.
Winner: Javier
Coach: Christina (guest mentor Sia Furler)
Battle: Beverly McCleellan vs. Justin Grennan
Song: Teenage Wasteland
Thoughts: Holy shit! Battle of the night! They both did amazing and played the crowd amazingly. Couldn't ask for anything better. I don't know who to pick.
Winner: Beverly
I really love this concept! Let's goto week three, it's only going to get more fun!
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