POPCORN TIME LIVE BLOG/RECAP: New defending champion Francis Concepcion fights for his second win on Tawag Ng Tanghalan Kids May 12 episode. On yesterday’s show, Francis won over ex-defending champion Clyde Vance Lomotos who was on to his second win. Francis’ winning piece, “Chandelier” by Sia. Click here to read a recap of yesterday’s episode. Will Clyde succeed in getting his second win today?
Tawag Ng Tanghalan Kids May 12 Performances
First contender, Ryeo Bea Nalda. Kiddie contender Ryea from Tondo, Manila was the first to take the stage. Ryeo’s dad is a tricycle driver and her mom works as well. Her grandmother takes care of her and her younger sister. She loves to sing and dedicates today’s performance to her mom and grandmother singing Meghan Trainor’s “Like I’m Gonna Lose You.”
Judge Jolina Magdangal said she liked everything about Ryeo’s performance. It was clean and powerful. She especially liked the acapella part of her song and said her voice could be more seasoned and could sound a bit more foreign in time. Judge Madela advised her to get the good points of artists she looks up to and try to use them in her performances. Keep singing and keep exploring!
Second contender, Warren Baritua. Eleven-year-old Warren from Bulacan was next to impress the judges. Warren’s dad is a welder and mechanic while his mom is a stay-at-home mom. Aside from singing, he loves cooking and would like to be a chef someday. Joining TNT is a step to reach that and now he takes on After Image singing, “Habang May Buhay.”
Head judge Ogie Alcasid liked Warren’s voice and performance but said he just lacked a bit of confidence on stage. Ogie encouraged him to own the stage the next time he performs.
Third contender, John Miguel Onia. Kiddie contender from Negros Oriental loves playing with his toy cars and collects them as well. This nine-year-old is an achiever in school and has high hopes for his future. For today’s performance, John chose “Memory” by Barbra Streisand.
Judge K Brosas loved Miguel’s diction and voice clarity and is fit for theatrical performances. Judge Billy Crawford, on the other hand, said he was a sweet young boy, he was good in speaking, and had a positive vibe.
TNT Kids May 12 face-off and winner. Three kiddie contenders fought to become today’s daily winner but there can only be one winner. Friday winner with an average score of 94.4 percent is contender from Tondo, Ryeo Bea Nalda.
For the face-off, Friday winner Ryeo sang “Narito Ako” by Regine Velasquez while defending champion Francis Concepcion sang “Bukas Nalang Kita Mamahalin” by Lani Misalucha.
It’s Ryeo vs Francis but today, Francis Concepcion proved to be better garnering an average score of 96.8 percent. Congratulations Francis!
Tawag Ng Tanghalan Kids airs Mondays to Saturdays on ABS-CBN at noon.