Showing posts with label Martin Kove. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Martin Kove. Show all posts

Monday, October 4, 2021

Dancing with the Stars Season 30: Don't Go Yet

Matt James and Lindsay danced a Samba to Levitating -- Derek said work on your bounce. Carrie Ann pointed out a lift. Len thought taking his shirt off was unneccessary.  He did great; I love his personality. Score: 22 out of 40

Olivia Jade and Val danced a Viennesse Waltz to Better Days-- Bruno said for a beginning ballroom dancer she is doing so well. Len said they did good and complimented their hold. Olivia is actually impressing me.
Score: 27 out of 40 

Kenya Moore and Brandon danced Cha Cha Cha to Hot Stuff-- Bruno says she is irresistible. Carrie Ann and Derek brought up the tough time she had at points during the routine. What I really enjoy is the dynamic and chemistry between this pairing. She's not the best there but has great personality. Score: 24 out of 40

The Miz and Witney danced a Tango to Nothin' but a Good Time -- Derek said you came out of the gate. Carrie Ann said you gave  me what I needed. Bruno said it was a power tango. Loved this performance, it was so good, a total 7 for me. Len, what's up with the 5?
Score: 26 out of 40 

Brian Austin Green and Sharna danced a Rumba to Say You Won't Let Go -- Len commented on the lack of content and that's pretty accurate. I love them together, I just didn't love this so much. 
Score: 23 out of 40

Christine Chiu and Pasha danced a Salsa to Despacito -- Bruno told her to stay consistent. Carrie Ann liked 75% of the performance. Len predicted that she would not be going home. What I am liking about Christine is that she goes out there and gives it her all. She looks like she is having fun. I'd love to see her doing this dance again in weeks to come when her technique improves. 
Score: 24 out of 40

Jimmie Allen and Emma danced a Rumba to Make Me Want To-- Len thought  it was an improvement over the prior week. Bruno compliments his arms and lines. Carrie Ann felt her heart attached to his dancing. I love this because I always feel he emotionally connects with the music. 
Score: 27 out of 40

Amanda Kloots and Alan danced a Foxtrot to It Had to Be You-- Len wished the dance went on longer. Derek commented on her beautiful legs. Bruno urged her to use what she has. This was absolutely gorgeous. I can definitely see Amanda's Broadway background just shining through. 
Score: 32 out of 40

JoJo Siwa and Jenna danced a Cha Cha to Rain on Me-- Derek said more is not always more. Carrie Ann said it was like a dance off. I felt like this was a little awkward and she was hitting a little too hard on some of the moves. 
Score: 31 out of 40

Iman Shumpert and Daniella danced a Rumba to U Know What's Up-- Len said it was an improvement over the prior week. Carrie Ann appreciated the work he put in. I like Iman but I think he has to get better faster to stay. 
Score: 25 out of 40

Martin Kove and Britt danced a Cha Cha to Twist & Shout-- Bruno said the steps weren't in the right order at the right time. Carrie Ann said he lacked choreography. Unfortunately this was not any better than last week. 
Score: 15 out of 40

Melora Hardin and Artem danced a Rumba to All By Myself-- Carrie Ann said dramatic and well balanced. Len said it was easy but needed more hips. I am still waiting for her to come out of her shell more.  
Score: 27 out of 40

Cody Rigsby and Cheryl danced a Salsa to Don't Go Yet-- Cody has the ability to go far in this competition. It is too bad that they can't be there. Carrie Ann doesn't love it, but Derek thinks it was very good for a rehearsal. 
Score: 24 out of 40

Melanie C and Gleb danced a Foxtrot to Here Comes the Sun-- Derek said she is a gorgeous dancer but tells her not to look down so much. Bruno says she combined lyricism and dymanics. This was absolutely beautiful. Melanie resembles a pro. 
Score: 30 out of 40

Suni Lee and Sasha danced a Cha Cha to I Like It-- Bruno said it was precise and clean but she needs to become the character of the dance. Carrie Ann thought she was more herself. Len thought her performance was improved. Derek loved her "sass". I enjoy watching Suni so much. 
Score: 28 out of 40


Martin was voted off and Christine was saved. I think Iman could be going home next week unfortunately. 


Monday, September 20, 2021

Dancing with the Stars Season 30: Simply Irresistible

Melanie C (Spice Girl) is partnered with Gleb Savchenko and dancing the Cha Cha to Wannabe by the Spice Girls-- Len said she was terrific, great choreography. Derek said great legs. I thought this looked good for a first effort. Score 27 out of 40

The Miz (WWE Superstar) is partnered with Witney Carson and dancing the Cha Cha to Butter by BTS-- Len said very impressed, a little flat footed, but he'll work on that. Carrie Ann loved his energy, she said in some places he hit it too hard. Len said better than expected. I agree, great energy and better than what I expected him to be. Score: 24 out of 40 

Iman Shumpert (NBA Player) is partnered with Daniella Karagech dancing a Jive to Hey Ya by Outkast -- Bruno said Jive is a hard dance for tall people and gave him some helpful criticism. Len was booed because he called it too casual/ loose. Derek said he agreed with Len from a content standpoint but though it was great for a first week.  I loved this! So fun, I loved Iman's energy. He moves well for a tall guy. Score: 21 out of 40

Olivia Jade (influencer) is partnered with Val Chmerkovskiy dancing a Salsa to Juice by Lizzo-- Carrie Ann said proud of your confidence, great legs. Len said it clean, clear, and polished. Derek said you're a great performer, great first dance. She was fun! Val made that choreography play to her strengths. Score: 25 out of 40

Jimmie Allen (Country Singer) is partnered with Emma Slater dancing a Tango to The Way I Are by Keri Hilson-- Len said this dance doesn't suit your personality. Derek said great week one frame, great job. Carrie Ann said great first effort. I am watching Jimmie this season, he is a fave of mine; I hope he continues to improve. Score: 22 out of 40 

Melora Hardin (The Office) is partnered with Artem Chigvintsev dancing a Tango to Simply Irresistible by Robert Palmer-- Derek said let's go! Bruno said great lines, but you lost balance a little bit. This was one of my faves tonight, Artem is amazing and Melora has the right attitude. She is going to do well. Score: 26 out of 40

Suni Lee (Olympic Gymnast) is partnered with Sasha Farber dancing a Jive to Stay by Kid LaRoi and Justin Bieber-- Bruno said your kicks are precision, but don't look down. Carrie Ann said don't prepare. Len said this was neat and precise, just needed to be a little more free. Derek said less perfection more reflection. I  feel like gymnasts always do so well on this show. Her focus and determination are all there. Score: 28 out of 40

Cody Rigsby (Peloton Instructor) is partnered with Cheryl Burke dancing a Tango to Physical by Dua Lipa-- Carrie Ann said you were really tight, relax. Len said you have great presence, keep your head up. You're one to watch. Derek said isolate your top and bottom half, very entertaining. Bruno said love the attitude. Their energy was amazing. I loved the focus in his eyes. Score: 24 out of 40

Amanda Kloots (The Talk co host) is partnered with Alan Bersten dancing a Tango to Dance Again by Jennifer Lopez-- Len said full of tango content, attack and confidence, great first dance.  Derek said sensational routine. Carrie Ann said you brought tears to my eyes. I know Nick is smiling down on you. You were an angel dancing, your neck was a little tight, watch that! Another fave of the night, I love Amanda's spirit. She is so good. Score: 28 out of 40 

Martin Kove (Karate Kid and Cobra Kai) is partnered with Britt Stewart dancing The Paso Doble to You're the Best by Joe Esposito-- Derek said you have a competitive mindset. Bruno said we need to work on the content. Carrie Ann said I love your commitment to the character. Len said you did a gallant effort. Martin has a quiet confidence that I love. Score: 13 out of 40

Kenya Moore (Real Housewinves of Atlanta) is partnered with Brandon Armstrong dancing the Foxtrot to Kiss Me More by Doja Cat and Sza-- Carrie Ann said you look like a queen out there, well done. Len liked the fluidity and charm. Derek said so much potential. Kenya is definitely refined, I was thinking I was not going to like her, but I did. I am curious to see how she will do on the other danced. Score: 26 out of 40

Christine Chiu (Bling Empire) is partnered with Pasha Pashkov dancing a Tango to Glamorous by Fergie-- Carrie Ann said you're like a diamond in the rough. Len said I liked the routine, you had great control. Derek said I love the dress, frame was beautiful. Bruno said you're a gem, more polish, you'll achieve full brilliance. Loved Pasha, Christine has an elegant look but unsure how far she will go in this. Score: 25 out of 40

Matt James (The Bachelor) is partnered with Lindsay Arnold dancing The Cha Cha to Give it To Me Baby by Rick James-- Len said I would have liked to see more effort. Derek said turn out your feet, great charisma, good performer. Bruno said you have natural stage presence. Carrie Ann said you use the space, A+ on the body rolls. This was an awesome effort, loved Matt's swagger and confidence. 
Score: 24 out of 40

Brian Austin Green (90210) is partnered with real life girlfriend Sharna Burgess dancing the Foxtrot to Skate by Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak-- Derek said Brian there was such an ease to you. Bruno said there was sizzling chemistry. Carrie Ann said I love seeing Sharna so happy. Len said Brian you have to work on your feet. This competition is developing into something special. Score: 24 out of 40 

JoJo Siwa (TV Personality) is partnered with Jenna Johnson dancing the Quickstep to Are You Gonna Be My Girl by Jet-- Bruno said I love the freedom of expression, there was a bit of a moment but you recovered. Carrie Ann said you were amazing. Len said full of enthusiasm, lost a little bit of control at times. Derek said you were born for Dancing with the Stars. Not sure I would have made this the highest score of the night because it was out of control at times but it was a great first effort. My only issue was it was hard to follow at times and to know who was leading. Score: 29 out of 40

Unfortunately, I think Martin Kove is going to be out unless sentiment saves him.