'AGT' Season 17: Two Golden Buzzer acts to return for Qualifier 2
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: On Tuesday, August 16, two great Golden Buzzer talents will return to 'America's Got Talent' to battle in the all-important live performances. Madison "Maddie" Taylor Baez, chosen by Howie Mandel, and Chapel Hart, winner of the group Golden Buzzer, are among the 11 competitors who will perform live for America's votes on the big stage.
In contrast to previous seasons, only one round will select which 11 performers will compete in the finals. Over the course of five weeks, fifty-five artists compete in qualifying rounds. On Tuesday, eleven artists will take the stage. Two acts will progress depending on America's vote on Wednesday. The 11th finalist will be determined by an instant vote amongst acts picked by the judges' panel at the end of round 5.
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The following are the 11 artists scheduled to appear on 'America's Got Talent' 2022 Qualifiers Week 2. This week, two of the six Golden Buzzer artists perform. Will they both make it to the grand finale?
Aiko Tanaka
Aiko was born in Tokyo, but now lives in Los Angeles. She has appeared in 'Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift,' as well as Comedy Central's "Stand-Up Asia Live" special. In episode 2, Aiko Tanaka auditioned by performing a stand-up comedy act. She advanced to the next round when all four judges voted "Yes." Aiko was chosen to compete in the Semifinals.
The Brown Brothers
The Brown Brothers are an impressionist pair from 'America's Got Talent' Season 17. Nate and Gabe are both Navy veterans who suffer from high-functioning autism. In episode 3, the Brown Brothers auditioned by singing a medley of songs in the voices of several characters picked by the judges and Terry. They advanced to the next round when all four judges voted "Yes."
Chapel Hart
Chapel Hart is a singing trio from 'America's Got Talent' Season 17. The group is based in New Orleans and is originally from Mississippi. They have two independent studio albums to their credit, and CMT dubbed them one of the network's "Next Women of Country" in 2021. In episode 7, Chapel Hart auditioned by singing their original song 'You Can Have Him, Jolene.' All the judges, including host Terry Crews, were stunned by their performance and pressed the Golden Buzzer, sending them straight to the Semifinals.
Duo Rings
The aerial duet Duo Rings appeared on Season 17 of 'America's Got Talent.' Nico Busso and Flor Aracama, also known as Duo Rings, are a Latin married couple that aspire to present their act on the world's biggest stage in Las Vegas. They express their love and connection via daring aerial ring routines that combine their interests in gymnastics, acrobatics, and entertainment. They were told they were "not good enough" early in their careers, and it was the day they vowed to keep trying and train hard to be the greatest in their field. Their message is that with perseverance, drive, and compassion, you can achieve your goals and ambitions. In episode 6, Duo Rings auditioned by doing aerial ring stunts to Haley Reinhart's rendition of Radiohead's 'Creep.' The judges all voted "Yes," advancing them to the next round.
Freckled Zelda
Freckled Zelda is a Season 17 contestant on 'America's Got Talent.' Freckled Zelda refers to herself as a "music fairy" of the "Freckled Forest." She had been trying for 7 years to be a contestant of 'AGT.' Rachael Wilson, a singer, and songwriter from northern California, is her real identity. In episode 8, Freckled Zelda auditioned by singing 'Colors of the Wind' from Pocahontas while blowing the ocarina. She advanced to the next round when all four judges voted "Yes."
Fusion Japan
Fusion Japan is a dance group from America's Got Talent Season 17. Fusion Japan is a Japanese supergroup formed by the merger of two opposing groups, Kyushu Danji, and Fabulous Sisters. Fabulous Sisters made it to the Divisional Finals of the second season of 'World of Dance.' They also made it to the semifinals of both 'Britain's Got Talent' and 'Asia's Got Talent.' In episode 2, Fusion Japan auditioned by doing a dance performance that included acrobatics from the lads and coordinated routines from the girls. The group advanced to the next round when all four judges voted "Yes."
Madison “Maddie” Taylor Baez
Maddie is a Season 17 contestant on 'America's Got Talent.' Madison "Maddie" Taylor Baez has sung the national anthem for a number of big sports teams and has been on the reality show 'Game of Talents.' In the Netflix series 'Selena: The Series,' she played the child version of Tejano diva Selena. In episode 2, Maddie auditioned by singing 'Amazing Grace.' Howie Mandel, moved by her performance, hit the Golden Buzzer, putting her straight to the Semifinals.
Mr Pants
Mr Pants is a Season 17 'America's Got Talent' comic. Ryan Dee's stage name is Mr Pants, and he is most known for making a massive sculpture of the popular poo emoji. In episode 5, Mr Pants auditioned by performing stand-up comedy while disguised as a huge pair of pants. He advanced to the next round when all four judges voted "Yes."
The Pack Drumline
The Pack Drumline is a drum and percussion ensemble from 'America's Got Talent' Season 17. The Chicago-based group was created in 2014 as an after-school program for at-risk students. In episode 1, the Pack Drumline auditioned by playing a percussive rendition of Kendrick Lamar's 'DNA.' They advanced to the next round when all four judges voted "Yes."
Wyn Starks
Wyn Starks is a vocalist from 'America's Got Talent' Season 17. Wyn is originally from Minneapolis and currently resides in Nashville. He's now signed to Curb Records and has an EP out. In episode 6, Wyn Starks auditioned by singing his original song 'Who I Am,' a tribute to his late twin brother. All the judges agreed, sending him to the next round.
Yu Hojin
Yu Hojin is a magician from America's Got Talent Season 17. Yu is a native of Seoul, South Korea. He performed with The Illusionists for seven years before going solo, appearing as a guest artist on Season 11 of 'AGT.' In 2012, he became the first Asian to win the FISM World Championships of Magic Grand Prix. In episode 7, Yu Hojin's audition consisted of having feathers sprout, float in midair, then vanish in a frame set to Emeli Sandé's 'Read All About It, Part III.' Despite Simon Cowell's "No" vote (he expected something spectacular to happen), Sofia Vergara, Heidi Klum, and Howie Mandel voted "Yes," moving him to the next round.
The episode will air on NBC on Tuesday, August 16 at 8 pm ET/PT.