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The judges:
RYAN CAYABYAB – stern, but not in a Simon Cowell-wannabe kind of way; he appreciates talent when he sees it; keeps his comments to a minimum

PILITA CORRALES – occassionally irritating, but generally good; does not try be to sweet; sincere

FRANCIS MAGALONA – refreshing; nice but not too nice

The host:
RYAN AGONCILLO – ok but not remarkable

Those who got in:
Ira Marasigan – formerly sang in Kuala Lumpur and other foreign cities; sang Route beautifully; a very, very strong contender

Benjamin Cruz – dressed as a cowboy; has an ok singing talent; will probably not get into the final 12

Cherry Ann Chiu – sang Ispageti; talented and gutsy; will get into the final 12

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