Not sure if anyone commented on this, but the 20 second guitar solo in James’ performance was way too much. And yet the judges didn’t say a word. This isn’t Guitar Idol and the guitarist isn’t auditioning so 1) limit guitar solos to five seconds and 2), guitarist, get the hell off the stage when you’re done.
I think someone did comment on that. They sometimes throw in these great musicians (or weird musicians - didgeridoos and bagpipes), and it doesn’t seem real fair to those who don’t get them. I agree, limit instrumentals to a few seconds. I’d like to see no background singing when the contestant is singing, as well. Or at least a very low volume on the backups’ mikes.