what about that stupid sudden rule change about the groups having a mix of day 1 and day 2 contestants? that was stupid.
It's not stupid at all (nor do I think it started this year), because Day 1 contestants forming groups would have an extra day to prepare, giving them an unfair advantage.
My daughter said that Amber Riley from "Glee" tried out for AI a few years ago and was dismissed by the screeners. She never made it to the judges. Now, Amber Riley can SING, so I wonder why she was rejected?
I'm curious about that process myself. I asked Mig about it (her niece auditioned but wasn't chosen), but didn't hear back. Amber is one of the best young singers I know -- but who knows what criteria they use or what they're "looking for". But she's better off on Glee, probably, anyway!
lol