Mutzig Star 2019: An Overview of Stage One performances (Yaounde)

Based on the overall outcome of the Mutzig star show, we have decided to give a chronological rundown analysis of all the 12 contestants’ performances in round one. Held in Yaounde, this round was the first for the qualification stage.

1. JUNIOR BELINGA:

This young artist came on stage with a lot of bravado while performing a rendition of Locko’s “Supporter. He gave the crowd a good energetic and interactive performance but his vocal prowess was not up to standard as per the choice of the song.

The judges gave him an overall score 13.5/20, which we believed was flattering.

2. METUTOU YVE:

Metutou Yve performed a classic Bikutsi song with finesse. His vocal quality was remarkably smooth. His mastery of the lyrics was topnotch.

The only low moment in his performance was his inability to truly interact with the audience. At the end, the judges gave him an overall, well-deserved of score of 15/20.

3. VERONIQUE EYALI:

This talented damsel with a unique voice performed “Folio Folio” by Angela Ebogo. The judges gave her a combined 16/20 score. Good point Vero!

4. MAFOUTA:

Mafouta honestly gave us an average performance. His song choice, performance and showmanship was sadly mediocre. However, the judges gave him a combined score of 12.5/20.

5. TANKOU JONATHAN:

Arguably, he was the best performer in this round. Jonathan delivered a rendition of “Joe moi le mendjang” by Dynastie le Tigre with amazing vocals and bravado.

Indisputably, this performance was the peak of the show. From his outfit, stage usage, vocals, Joe gave the crowd their money’s worth. The judges scored him 17/20. He deserved more than that score people!

6. ETIA IVY IVANA:

This female artiste stole the show with her performance of Josey’s “Diplome”. From her dance moves to her voice she was really good. However, she didn’t have stage presence. She seemed nervous and unsure of where she was. The judges gave her a combined 15/20score, which we think should have been 14.

7. MESSEGUE ALBERT:

Albert was great! He delivered a unique gospel performance with his ‘angelic’ vocals. He commanded the stage like a true minister who is filled with Holy Ghost. The judges gave him a combined 18.5/20 which was for us too much as a 17/20 seemed fair for the display.

8. VANHELS DJOKO:

Vanhels is young gentleman who is endowed with class. His stage performance was good. His vocals were excellent and the music was put into art in his context. He had a score of 16/20 from the judges.

9. NDJON CYRILLE:

The judges gave him a total of 14/20 which was good.

10. CAROLINE ETOA:

Caroline had stage fright but managed to give us a very energetic performance when she performed a classic by Angelique kiddo. The judges gave her a total of 13.5/20 which was fair enough.

11. MICHELLE DURIELLE:

She has a very beautiful voice which she showed today in her performance, you could see a lot of potential in her. The judges gave her a total of 16.5/20 which we believe she merited a 17.5 score instead.

12. NLATE WILFRED:

He came on stage with confidence and performed his song perfectly well as everyone including the judges vibed to it.

He was given a combined 17/20 by the judges.

In Conclusion, the night ended with positive remarks from the jury as 6 contestants were selected for the next round.

The 6 contestants selected were:

• NLATE WILFRED

• MICHELLE DURIELLE

• VANHELS DJOKO

• MESSEGUE ALBERT

• TANKOU JONATHAN

• VERONIQUE YVANNA

These contestants therefore, qualified to round 2 of the competition.
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