[ChristmasNeeve]

Originally Posted by Ammi

…I was thinking about whether to give Tulsa King a try, it’s ok…?…I agree with High Potential, it’s a lighter watch that I dip in and out of, there are a few that I do that with…another to add to your list is All Her Fault, which is quite a quick miniseries but a good watch…

Great, I'm hoping to do some good binges over the Christmas holidays

Tulsa King is very cheesy but I like it and so does Gav

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by ChristmasNeeve

Great, I'm hoping to do some good binges over the Christmas holidays

Tulsa King is very cheesy but I like it and so does Gav

…sometimes cheesy is the exact place that you want to be, it can all get very violent and twisty at times and I think that it’s good to have that mixture…a little bit of Sly Stallone is good for the soul, I think……

[ChristmasNeeve]

Originally Posted by Ammi

…sometimes cheesy is the exact place that you want to be, it can all get very violent and twisty at times and I think that it’s good to have that mixture…a little bit of Sly Stallone is good for the soul, I think……

Absolutely, 79 years old as well, fair dues to him

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by ChristmasNeeve

Absolutely, 79 years old as well, fair dues to him

…it’s inherited from his mom’s genes… …

[ChristmasNeeve]

Originally Posted by Ammi

…it’s inherited from his mom’s genes… …

must be!

[Merry Mockmas]

I've been doing a rewatch of a couple of The Voice USA Seaaons from years ago, just to see if my opinions have changed at all, and to some extent it actually has. Although I have only just got to the top 5 of Season 5, so I'll review that one once I've completed it.

My opinion on Season 4 though (as it was the very first Season of The Voice brand that I had watched.)



It may not have been the most polished Season vocally from top to bottom, it's packed with memorable contestants, bold choices (for better or worse) and a top 12 that sparks some strong opinions - which is half the fun on a rewatch.

VEDO - His Usher impersonation moments felt a bit cringe, and instead of coming across as a homage, it sometimes distracted from who he actually was as an artist.


Holly Tucker on the other hand, comes across as a genuinely good singer who didn't always get the best end of the stick when it comes to the song choices. With better material, I believe that she could have showcased her tone and musicality far more effectively. She's one of those contestants that I personally believe deserved more than what the Show ultimately gave her.


Garrett Gardner - His surname reminds me of the Gardner Brothers for the mighty BCFC.

Musically though, his experimental performance just didn't land for me.


Sarah Simmons - One of my biggest takeaways from my rewatch was just how underrated I believe Sarah to have been in this Season. She often gets overlooked in discussions of this Season, but I feel that she deserved far more recognition than she received. Her consistency and distinct vocal made her one of the quieter standouts imo.


The Swon Brothers bring me a wave of nostalgia as they remind me so much of Journey South off the second series of The X Factor. Wholesome, harmony-driven, and very much in their lane. While they're nothing groundbreaking, they were solid and likable.


Sasha Allen - My opinion is mixed tbh. I personally found her singing to be extremely unpleasant to listen to, but her confidence onstage was undeniable (especially the sexy outfit that she wore near the end of her run) but she always committed fully, and that level of self-belief deserves respect.


Josiah Hawley - He sits squarely in the middle of the pack for me. He was okay - competent, serviceable, but never someone who truly stood out or left a lasting impression. On a Season full of memorable performers, that neutrality worked against him for me.


Danielle Bradbery - She's impossible to ignore vocally. She's a very strong singer, no question. However, my rewatch really highlighted how much I found her Disney-esque performances to be quite boring. Polished and safe. It was effective, but it lacked excitement for me personally.


Judith Hill - Technically fine, but emotionally flat, her performances never seemed to ignite in my view, making her run feel far less impactful than it should have been on paper.


Michelle Chamuel - One of the true highlights of the Season. Weird, highly entertaining, and surprisingly talented, she brought something genuinely different to the stage. Even though she had weaker performances like Clarity and Why, her originality and willingness to lean into her eccentricity made her endlessly watchable.


Kris Thomas - I would rather watch an Aston Villa match tbh.


Amber Carrington - She had a good voice and absolutely nailed Sad, proving what she was capable of when everything clicked. That said, her other performances were more uneven, making her journey feel inconsistent rather than fully realized.


Overall, Season 4 reinforces itself as a Season of contrasts - big voices, underrated gems, and a few acts that haven't aged well. It might not be perfect, but it's certainly memorable and entertaining.

[Ammi]

…I watched a series called Irish Blood yesterday, it was a very quick watch/only 6 episodes and all released …it wasn’t the most riveting but actually I enjoyed it …I thought it wasn’t too badly blended with the more serious and darker aspects of the story/and a sometimes slightly lighter touch and it’s left open for a season 2 …I love Alicia Silverstone and I love Ruth Codd, so two excellent reasons to watch…..

[emseateng2014]

rewatched imperfects season 1

[Merry Mockmas]

The Voice USA Season 5.

Looking back at Season 5, it's honestly wild how much opinion of the Season has soured over time. Years ago, I remember enjoying it quite a bit more, but revisiting it with older eyes its flaws painfully obvious to me. What once felt like a solid Season instead felt frustrating, uneven, and full of missed opportunities.

The biggest tease of Season 5 was its Top 12 round, which showed real promise. That week felt like the Season had the potential to really click for me, the cast looked strong, varied, and capable of delivering something memorable. Unfortunately, that promise was almost immediately squandered. None of the Live Shows after the top 12 ever reached that level again imo. Poor song choices plagued the Season, creative risks were minimal, and the Show became far too reliant on Jacquie Lee and James Wolpert to carry the weight. And when they weren't excelling, the Live Shows felt flat and forgettable.

Below is a breakdown of my opinions on the top 12 in more depth.

Caroline Pennell - Caroline undeniably had a distinct vocal tone, which should've been her biggest strength. Yet, for whatever reason, it never truly came together. Her performances often felt half-formed, interesting in theory, but lacking the emotional or technical payoff needed to make them stick. There was potential there, but it stayed frustratingly unrealized.


Josh Logan - Josh delivered what is, without exaggeration, the dullest version of Man In The Mirror possible. He managed to drain all urgency and soul from a song that practically begs for both (especially the soul part) his run on the Show felt uninspired.


James Wolpert - Easily one of the most interesting contestants in the Season by a country mile. James had artistry and a sense of Musical identity that felt far beyond most of the cast. Honestly, he belonged on a better Season. Surrounded by stronger song choices and more adventurous production, he could've been a defining contestant for The Voice instead of being trapped in a mediocre year.


Austin Jenckes - To be fair, Austin actually had a good voice throughout the Season, he's probably a bit underrated in retrospect. He wasn't flashy by any means, but there was consistency and sincerity in his performances that deserved more recognition. While he didn't redefine the competition, he is better than I reckon a lot of The Voice might give him credit for.


Jacquie Lee - I'm headed towards spoilers.


But Jacquie should have won Season 5. She had one of the best vocals of her year, strong confidence onstage, and the ability to deliver under pressure. Even now, watching back, it's baffling that she didn't take the crown. She carried herself like a winner and consistently performed like one. Easily the rightful champion in hindsight.


Ray Boudreaux - Ray had a decent vocal, but unfortunately "decent" was about as far as it went. His performances suffered from being a bit dull and predictable, never really pushing beyond his comfort zone. He wasn't bad per say, just forgettable unfortunately.


Kat Robichaud - Kat's Sail performance was genuinely fun and visually engaging, that said, she simply wasn't one of the strongest vocalists in the competition. Her appeal leaned more towards style rather than substance.


Jonny Gray - Jonny was... Fine. Perfectly okay. And that's the problem. He never truly stood out in a meaningful way. In a Season that desperately needed more Spark, being okay just wasn't enough.


Tessanne Chin - Her Reggae performances were good, her other type of performances were less good imo.


Matthew Schuler - He butchered Imagine Dragons.


And Cole and Will were varying shades of extremely dull throughout most of the Live Shows.

Apologies for the rant btw, I even tired myself out there.