Americas Got Talent top 10- Landon Swank

FOR BRITISH VIEWERS, THIS ARTICLE MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS.

WHAT TRICK DID LANDON DO?

Landon Slowed down the tempo, but still delivered an impressive trick.After a simple but clever beginning of turning a goldfish cracker into a real goldfish, Swank took the fish in his hands. He passed it through the tank, making the fish vanish as he did so. He then removed the hand. The trick was a little similar to the mirror trick that failed to get him through the quarterfinals, but the water was an impressive addition. There were a couple of minor faults (Some water came out as Landon was withdrawing his hand, and many people are arguing about whether the fish was supposed to vanish). But it was still a neat trick.

WHAT DID THE JUDGES SAY?

Howie did an annoying spiel about how amazing the trick was, in which he tried to get the word "Conjuring" in as often as possible. Piers was uncertain about the spilt water, but said the trick looked good on the television. At this point, Landon noted that this was the first time the trick went to plan. Sharon, meanwhile, praised the relaxed presentation and the contemporary nature of the trick.

WHAT IS THE COMPETITION LIKE?

History often repeats itself on this show. Just like last year, there is an opera singer, a bike act, a talented kid, a conventional dance act and a magician in the top 10. Just like last year, the magician made it through as a wildcard and beat a rival conjurer into the top 10. Just like last year, the magician is one of five acts mentioned frequently as potential finalists. But just like last year, there are only four spots. Whilst West Springfield Dance and Miami All-Stars fared badly, and the Smage Brothers, Lys Agnes, and Anna Gracemen failed to reach their full potential and can be ruled out, Four acts could ensure that Landon's hopes of winning end the same way Michael Grasso's did last year. TEAM ILuminate and Landau Murphy Jr. Were on excellent form and will probably make the top 10. Meanwhile, POPLYFE and the Silhouettes weren't as good, and aren't cited as potential winners as often, but have strong fanbases and spoiler appeal. Let's cross our fingers and pray that Landon beats either of the last two acts (Hopefully the Silhouettes because I like POPLYFE) to the final spot. His chances are moderate