Another shocking result?!

Half an hour before the show, it was raining heavily and the signal was totally zero on Astro. I was worried but tried to comfort myself by saying that it'll come back just before the show. And true indeed, just 5 mins before the show, it was ok and I got to see that Adam AF2 video clip in full. Very nice and well done actually, not like the cheap-looking Zahid's "Wooo!".

Then the opening montage came on but in an instant it's gone! Services currently not available! Arrrggghhhhhhh! When it came back on, MAWI just finished saying his hellos. Pheewwww! But it's gone again just after IDAYU. It came back again when Aznil was going through the % chart. At this moment the signal is still on & off. Finally, it stabled after seeing REZA at the last spot. This is how they actually stand;

MAWI - 24%
FELIX - 21%
FUAD - 5%
IDAYU - 5%
MARSHA - 5%
AMY - 5%
EKIN - 5%
AKMA - 5%
AIDIL - 5%
YAZER - 5%
AMYLEA - 5%
KEFLI - 5%
REZA - 5%


The jury tonight, other than Kudsia is Sharudin Mustafa (journalist from Metro, if I'm not mistaken) and Afdlin Shauki. I'm kinda doubtful on how Sharudin will be with his comments, he looks so conservative. Afdlin I'm confident will give some very colorful comments.

Oh before I go on, please just take note that I actually wrote this review as I watched the show. I just didn't get to post it last night because I had to rush and meet up my friends after Imbasan. Ok that's sorted, let's get on with the show.

MARSHA - She is just oozing with sexiness when she is on stage. Her looks alone demands the undivided attention and it's hard to avoid it. As for her performance, she needs to be clearer in her pronunciations and not to be too jumpy. She knows how to work the camera and as Kudsia said, MENGIURKAN! - 4/5.

AIDIL - The black & white, grainy film 50ish look is just cool! That's a clever way to get everyone into the mood. But unfortunately, he is so STIFF! I can't believe this guy, does he only have one expression? Did he have a Botox injection on his face before the show? It's the same expression like last week. Now I'm sure FELIX is more expressive than him. His vocals lacks power too, he should've put some more vibrato into it. Sharudin said he has the element of 'seorang bintang' - I think looks wise mate, vocal versatility is certainly not there. 2.75/5.

AMY - She approached Aznil already in character, good touch but kinda corny. First thing I must say is she nailed the dance routine nicely. But unfortunately, I think she indirectly sacrificed her vocals. I guess trying to get into character and the dance steps was really distracting. They're just asking too much from a beginner really. I found her stares a bit scary rather than captivating and Afdlin confirmed that when he said it's more of a pontianak look. 3/5.

REZA - His 'slamba' act doesn't work. Makes it so dull. His first few verses were just berselerak all over the place. He only managed to recover during the chorus. I don't think the song is so trying but he seemed to be out of breathe, no stamina at all. No stage presence and 0% feel. Again Afdlin agreed with me. I'm sure he has spoiled this song for lots of people. 2.65/5.

YAZER - Ok first of all, his top must go! I mean he has the rocker image but must he be dressed like that every week? Stylists pay attention! The spotlight effect was good but his first note was note. But he managed to regain some composure and add some drama into it. Unfortunately, for me it seems lifeless, his emotional display didn't grab me and I find it all dull. And why for the 3rd concert running is he given a slow number again? Anyway, Afdlin said it was one of the best performances tonight. I guess seeing it live a few feet away has a different effect. For the first time, I disagree with him. 3/5.

KEFLI - Oh no! He is all pitchy and totally out of tune! Just terrible. Thank god for the backup dancing by the rest, otherwise it would have been disastrous! I don't know if he started on a wrong key or what, but it’s just simply bad. Again maybe it sounded better live in the stadium because everyone seemed to like it. Though Afdlin did touched about the vocals but he was being kind about it and not 'laser' it too much. 1.75/5.

AMYLEA - Finally a good performance! She is like a petite Ziana Zain! Not a copy though, she brought her own style into it. I find AMYLEA as one of the most consistent and versatile female student of AF3 so far. Emotional or brutal she might be but she knows how to put on a show. At this very moment, as she is singing Ziana's song, the original singer is actually performing live at a charity dinner here in Brunei together with her bro Anuar Zain. Anyway, AMYLEA did exceptionally well. Her vocals were spot-on and powerful in her own unique style, and that she must maintain. 4.25/5.

Oh oh Kaer is in the house! He looks like he is losing weight somehow.

FUAD - He got into this song very well. Too well that his penhayatan was a lil bit too much at times though. He must be careful about that. Overall he sounded good and its a safe performance. And I got it right again, Afdlin confirmed he is overacting. 3.75/5.

AKMA - She is like the ugly ducklin, she always looks so good during concert time which is always captivating but in the Diari she seemed unnoticeable. I think this a tough CT song but I would say she did well not to sound like her because AKMA has different class of vocals, probably more dynamic than CT. That fireboy is just annoying and the guy seemed determined to steal the show! I was like hoping that something exciting would happen, his hair catching fire or something! 4/5.

FELIX - Why is he still doing that Elvis hand spin? Isn't that for his last weeks' character? Anyway, another good and safe performance. He has no problem handling the notes but again he lacks the feel. He will maintain his 2nd spot I'm sure but Cikgu Siti Hajar doesn't look so happy about it though. 3.95/5.

EKIN - She looks soooo adorable! And that "belilah bulu" bit is just soooo hilarious! She's just too sweet and naive at times to be spontaneous. This is a very touching song, the weird musical arrangement and her big voice seemed to work. EKIN sweety, you must menghayati the song even better, the occasional smile doesn't fit in here because it's a very sad song. 4.25/5.

MAWI - Undoubtedly, the most anticipated performance of the night. I know theres gonna be a backlash about this but I must say I see nothing special really. Still he has that nasyid tune in his vocals. He played well with his audience who I'm sure would blindly cheered on even though he makes a mistake. Even the tutors are having fun. Indeed it is an enjoyable act but like Afdlin, I see it as normal, not 'werld' at all. 3.5/5.

IDAYU - Oh I like this upbeat version. So ngam for her vocals. She surely brought a difference to it and not so Ning-ish. It's a safe performance and I find it more enjoyable than Mawi's. Afdlin said she sang from her heart and I agree. You go girl! 4/5.

And that's it for the students. I can't decide now whether it's better than the 2nd concert really. Voting closed.

MENUJU PUNCAK - Versi 13 students. MARSHA is getting into the groove quite well. MAWI is stiff. AMYLEA is right in front as she moves the best amongst all. Cikgu Linda & EE looks happy with it.

Its crunch time, Aznil has that tone already and he announced that the result tonight is gonna be shocking as its one of the higher ranking guys. I'm gonna stop writing for awhile and try to get into the drama... FUAD! He has the lowest votes! Shocking indeed as he was 3rd spot when the concert started. Poor boy. I personally thought its AIDIL, REZA or KEFLI. He was sporting about it, amidst the shock I'm sure he was kinda ready for it. He was sweet enough to get the crowd to cheer up and keep supporting his pals who are still in the running. I think we can see how much she is adored by the tutors, the ladies gave him a motherly hug, simply touching.

Ok that's the concert review, Imbasan will follow soon. I wanna go out and get the dvd first! Kekeke....