The Knockoffs Part 2, were, thankfully, not a annoying as part one. They were still contrived, and the banter between the judges obviously scripted. But there were at least a few surprises, and the Blake and Usher match-ups weren’t as totally WTF as Shakira and Adam’s.The surprise winners\u002Flosers were Justin Rivers prevailing over Savannah Berry and The Swon Brothers over Grace Akew on Team Blake. Which illustrates how Blake will pay lip service to “artistry” and loving the quirky, but will ultimately go with what makes him–and by extension, the audience– comfortable.Also, Usher choosing the callow and contrived, Josiah, over Jess Kellner–who had flaws, but more sophisticated interpretive skills,–should not come as a surprise, considering that he produces the vocally challenged Justin Bieber. Josiah has the looks and the attitude, and nothing that auto-tune can’t fix (well, except for his inability to connect to a song…but I digress.)That a bit of suspense was introduced tonight doesn’t change my mind about these middle rounds. Still really glad they are over.Tomorrow night, a clip show will air opposite American Idol. And no, I won’t be covering what is, essentially, a glorified repeat.Next week, The Voice airs new shows Monday Tuesday and Wednesday. Sir Mac will be your host for the Top 12 reveal on Wednesday, while I am covering American Idol.