America's Got Talent

The thirteenth season of America’s Got Talent is officially underway with this second night of auditions. It’s time to weed out the bad and downright horrible acts and make way for the talented and jaw-dropping ones. Who will make it through to the next round? Who will the judges buzz? Let’s get to it, shall we?

Best Acts

Mochi – This diabolo juggler from Tokyo, Japan dazzled the judges and the crowd with his skills. The special effects on the screen behind him moved almost in sync with the diabolo

Aaron Crow – I was as terrified as Mel B was when Aaron brought two people and Howie onstage with him. The katana-wielding man then glued his eyes shut with hot wax, wrapped gauze and aluminum foil around his head. He then proceeded to stab a paper bag filled with what I believe is seeds, break a wooden board with a small pair of nunchucks, and slice a pineapple in half on Howie’s head with the Japanese sword. Howie, I hope that you can sleep tonight after your near-death ordeal.

Da Republik – The Dominican Republic dance troupe wowed the judges with their smooth choreography. Each dancer moved to the beat of one of Bruno Mars’ songs. Should they end up being eliminated, they could consider going on World of Dance or another dance competition show and continue with their dancing dreams.

Michael Ketterer – My heart went out to this father of six as he fought his nerves to sing To Love Somebody. The song perfectly describes his heart-warming story about his family. His audition was so touching it led Simon to press the Golden Buzzer, sending him straight to the live shows. Congratulations, Michael! You deserve it!

Good Acts

Ricardo and Alejandro Rossi (Fratelli Rossi) – Their acrobatic tumbling act had me gasping. The first attempt did not go too well as one of…