Well, we’re almost at the end of the season, and it’s been a good one. Even though many of the acts America voted into the top 10 weren’t my absolute favorites, I am still looking forward to watching the finals next week on Hulu. However, the following are the acts I’d most like to see again.  A quick note about my picks: I’m only picking one act from each group (one dancer, one singer, one comedian, etc.) Why? Because I think that variety is part of what makes the show so much fun to watch!

1. Zuma Zuma

In my opinion, Zuma Zuma was the best dance group in the entire competition, period. They were also the best acrobatic group. The best trick group. The best pole dancers. The best…well, you get the idea. Their choreography was always interesting, and I was very aware as I watched them that if something went wrong they could end up seriously injured or dead. So why did they go home??? WHY????? I don’t know, but I was so sad to see them leave. I truly think they should have been given a Vegas show.

2. The Kenetic King

Watching the Kenetic King preform was one of the most suspenseful experiences I’ve ever had watching TV, which is funny once you learn what he does. He bombed during his first live show in LA. Oh, it was so sad, and though I hoped people would vote him through so he could get a second chance, he ended up going home. Luckily Piers brought him back and he rocked it. I would’ve “woohoo-ed” so hard if you’d one, Kenetic King!

3. Geechy Guy

Alright, I loved J. Chris Newberg, and his Roast of Piers Morgan during the Wildcard show was one of the better roasts I’ve seen and made me laugh so hard that my eyes started tearing up (seriously, how could people vote him off after that?). Still, Geechy Guy was my favorite comic on the show. How can you not love someone with “so many jokes it’s not even funny?” I was sad to see you leave, Geechy Guy. I would have loved it if you’d won the whole thing.

4. Echo of Animal Gardens

Alright everyone, it’s a parrot that tells jokes and sings better than at least half of the other singers in the competition. How did Echo not go through? And why was Echo never brought back? The cute factor there was through the roof, and I, for one, would love to see an animal win the AGT

5. Landon Swank

I just love watching magic tricks. I actually thought that all of the magicians on AGT did a wonderful job this year, but I’d be lying if I didn’t say my favorite was Landon Swank. He always preformed interesting (and sometimes intense) illusions, and didn’t distract the audience with a sparkles, dancing ladies, and other gimmicky stuff. He also built his own props, which I think helped make his magic unique. I am so happy that he made the top 10 and hope that he gets into the top 5.

6. Smage Brothers Riding Shows

Alright, they brought their grandma to LA so they could jump over her with motorbikes. I’m not kidding. These guys are just crazy, and totally deserved to make the top 10…which they did! Yay! I’m cheering for you guys to get into the top 5!

7. Landau Eugene Murphy, Jr.

Landau is my favorite singer in the entire competition. Usually. Sometimes my favorite is Lys Agnes. Maybe she should be there instead of…damn, it’s hard to pick one singer! Though there are a ton of good ones in the top 10, these two are my favorites. Lys Agnes has a haunting, rich and unique voice, and Landau is just fun to watch. He’s this really down-to-earth, soft spoken guy who washes cars and can sing like Frank Sinatra. I normally don’t root for the singers in AGT, simply because there are already so many competitions that cater to them (like American Idol or The Voice), but I can honestly say that I would be happy to see Lys or Landau win. Good thing they’re both in the top 10!

8. Charles Peachock

I’ve never seen anyone play piano by juggling. Yes, he dropped one of the swords during his Wildcard performance, but it didn’t ruin the act for me. I mean, he’d just juggled a flaming chainsaw and was balancing swords on his face. Peachock made juggling beautiful, dangerous and artistic, and I was so sad to see him go.

9. Professor Splash

There were many awesome danger acts this season, but I think the most iconic performer was Professor Splash. It was so gut-wrenching to see an older man being hoisted 30+ feet in the air and dive into a kiddie pool or a pool of fire. Professor Splash has dedicated his entire life to diving. I know he had more in store for us and would liked to have seen it.

10. Captain and Maybelle

America just doesn’t like sideshow or circus acts, which is too bad because they are some of my favorites. Yes, it is sometimes difficult to watch Captain and Maybelle perform, but you can’t deny that they are unique. I mean, I’ve never seen a guy swing pots form his eyelids before. What else can I say? They were a superb act and I wish they’d remained in the competition.

And of course, the Honerable Mentions:

Summerwind Skippers (my second favorite dance group this year that dances with jump ropes); Yellow Design Stunt Team (an awesome group of older guys that do bike tricks); Frank Miles (a “danger act” that never failed to get my heart racing); Steven Retchless (a male pole dancer who could really dance); Miami Allstars (my third favorite dance act that actually did make it to the finals!); Lys Agnes (also in the finals); and, of course, the comedian J. Chris Newberg.

So, those are my picks. Who do you think I’m crazy for not including?