The Glee Project is back – Season 2


Special Correspondant: Christopher Renteria

After an incredibly successful first season, “The Glee Project” is headed back to the Oxygen Network for a second season premiering on June 5th, 2012. Surprisingly this time around the reality series will feature 11 episodes and 14 new contestants competing for a seven-episode arc on Fox’s hit series Glee.

First and foremost I would like to start out by stating the obvious, these kids are T-A-L-E-N-T-E-D! Before the new cast was announced I honestly had no idea what to expect. However, after watching the first music video I was literally blown away. There is definitely some stiff competition this year and I look forward to seeing them grow over the duration of the competition.

Although I don’t know any of this seasons contestants personally, my good friend Francesca Bavaro auditioned and made it pretty far. While in LA she had the privilege of getting to know a few of this years contestants (Yes, Im talking about you, Abraham, Shanna, Ali, Nellie, and Tyler.) and mentioned how they were such great people and deserved to win. It is so nice to hear that this years contestants are not only great singers but also amazing people who genuinely deserve this life changing opportunity.

Even though I like all of this years contestants, there can be only one winner…..but I am praying that Glee Co-Creator Ryan Murphy decides to pick two grand prize winners and two runners-up just like last year. After watching the first music video from The Glee Project I already have a good idea where they rank at in my book.

The Line-up:

1-4. Blake, Shanna, Nellie, and Abraham all tie for first and I am praying that all four of them will appear on Glee whether it is for seven or two episodes.

Blake and Abraham are two of the nicest and most outgoing guys you will ever meet and in my opinion are going to be the guys to beat this season! Blake seriously has one of the nicest voices I have ever heard and would be a great addition to the New Directions. When it comes to Abraham there is just something about him that stands out and makes you want to listen to his incredible voice. Just a few weeks back I had the privilege of meeting the both of them at an event honoring Glee casting director Robert Ulrich and his wife here in Modesto and it was one hell of a night to say the least. These guys are going to go far, win or lose. (Hopefully win though!)

Shanna and Nellie are seriously two of the most talented individuals in this whole competition and both are extremely unique in their own way. There is no doubt in my mind that these two girls are going to go far in this competition. Shanna literally has a voice from heaven and boy can this girl sing! She is a powerhouse and will have a bright future in the entertainment industry. Nellie on the other hand has a voice that just captures your attention and makes you want to hear more. She definitely sings from her heart and you can tell that this girl was meant to do this.

5. Dani – I will admit that I was a huge fan of hers while she was on America’s Got Talent and I really look forward to seeing her progress throughout the competition. Hopefully Ryan Murphy is feeling generous and offers her a spot on Glee as well.

6. Aylin – Now this is the girl to watch out for. I seriously think that she is this seasons dark horse and might end up winning the whole thing. This girl has mad vocals! This girl will have a great career whether she makes it on Glee or not.

7. Arnauz – This guy seriously surprised the hell out of me. I honestly didn’t know what to expect at first but after hearing him in the first music video this guy is extremely blessed and was put in the competition for a reason, to inspire people. God has big things in store for this guy.

8. Maxfield – Something about this guy just stands out to me and its not just his voice. In my opinion, I believe that America is going to fall in love with him and that he might even win this whole thing if he remains consistent. Growing up as a country boy I know exactly where he is coming from and I look forward to seeing him make it the end.

9. Michael – Although he comes off as a little shy I think that he will be just fine in this competition because he has the vocals to back him up. If he continues to stand out he might have a good shot at making it to the end and ultimately winning this whole thing.

10. Lily – She is seriously so amazing! Her voice and her personality would be a great addition to Glee and I think that she brings something different to the table. No matter how far she makes it in the competition I think that she is going to be just fine.

11. Ali – This girl is truly an inspiration and I would love to see her on Glee. Although she has some tough competition, I believe that if she continues to kick butt every week she will make it to the top in no time. She would be such a great addition to the New Directions and her bubbly personality will win over America.

12. Tyler – Something about Tyler intrigues you and makes you want to watch him. He has a story to tell and I believe that if he makes it on Glee he will be able to share it while inspiring people to chase their dreams.

13. Charlie – Although I thought he performed really well in the music video I think that he is going to have to step up his game a little if he wants to win. I hope he does well in this competition because I truly believe that there is more to him.

14. Taryn – Granted she did well in the music video I honestly don’t know if it is going to be enough to beat out her competition. However, this is only based off of a few seconds that I got to hear of her singing. Time will tell if she has what it takes to make it on Glee.

Now that I am all done ranking everyone don’t forget to check back here every week for a new post until the finale. If any of the new Glee Project contestants would like to be interviewed please let me know on twitter @ChrisRenteria. I am writing a story about you guys for another website and would love to have your insight. Thanks and Good Luck!

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