I thought so too. His performance last night was I thought the stronger of the two, and if not the stronger over all three shows was perhaps because this was the first time he'd been given the opportunity to sing a more "operatic" aria.
I thought Marcella Detroit was simply outstanding last night (the three female singers the strongest imo). If she keeps this up she should win .. but if the final decision lies with an audience vote may lose out as she doesn't have the fan following in the UK that say Bernie has .. (and of course Danny, although they couldn't keep him out of the bottom two last night). But in terms of sheer difficulty Marcella's was the most challenging, and her performance blew me away .. (whereas Darius, who has a strong voice, and I thought was a contender on the first show, to me has not achieved that level since).
It would seem that despite the thinning of the field, they are using the extra time to show more of the singers' efforts in the week of practice. Meat again was not invited to comment on two performances, though made an opportunity to say something to Jimmy at the end. I guess he will be restricted to his on point soundbites for this show; a shame, as although they are not only amusing and entertaining but also convey a great amount on how well the performers did, he has much more to offer .. and of course the rags, who don't get him (arguably because they don't really listen) will continue to find them bizarre etc. I would love him to be given the time to give the kind of feedback and guidance on getting over the passion of the pieces that the two opera singers are allowed .. but suspect the show wants "entertainment" from him, rather than the stagecraft advice he is so qualified to give.
Stll .. he can certainly make a soundbite whistle!
.. and whistle an aria to boot!
Caryl