(Ben Davy, Ed, Levi, me, Miranda (winner), Aleysia and Cherie - the five finalists at LIFE's Karaoke Superstar Finales last night!)
As I pulled into the Opera House parking lot about 6:30, the LIFE Street Team tent was lighting up Mississauga Street. People were squeezing onto the main floor, filling the entire orchestra section. The performers brought their families, their church friends, their fans. A venue full of cheerleaders! Everyone came!
As I took my chair at the judge's table, a cold Coke was waiting for me. Ahhh. I knew it would be a great night!
After a reminiscent slide show of Karaoke Superstar auditions and trivia, Ben Davy introduced Aleysia who came out first to sing a Natalie Grant song. Next it was Levi. Levi's got that "I-just- fell-out-of-bed" kind of "How To Lose A Life" sound. A very cool tone. I can hear him recording songs for LIFE.
Ed was next to sing a Nicole C. Mullen song. "Redeemer" - a big song. But Ed's got a big voice. Unfortunately, it was an off night for Ed. I've seen him sing many times before - he's a pro performer, but the magic wasn't there last night. Miranda was next, nailing a Natalie Grant song and Cherie wrapped it up with a note-for-note version of a Francesca Battistelli song.
Backstage during intermission Woody, me and our special guest judge from Atlanta John Waller compared notes and wrestled out our choices and the rationale for who deserved the Karaoke crown. Two of the three judges picked Miranda to win.
Great to have John Waller in town, singing "The Blessing" and "While I'm Waiting" from the "Fireproof" movie.
I hope you enjoyed the show. Any thoughts? Did you like the judges pick? Leave a comment.
I LOVE a nice tall glass of chilled Coke! Well done Miranda!
ReplyDeleteA great idea for entertaining guests this year is to have your own home Karaoke party! It's very simple and these Disco Lights will liven up the place and set the stage for a wonderful and fun evening!