I agree with you, America got it right for the most part, I only disagree on Brian. While he is very good, I think he is over rated, without his personal story he is just another good singer.
I really like Jon & The Clairvoyants; I like Sophie too, kin fact a lot, but is she too young for a Vegas Act? I don't know and I think that is part of the win.
BTW, I also like Tape Face.