After last night's final performances, Team Usher's Josh Kaufman was declared the winner of season 6 of The Voice, beating out Team Adam Levine's Christina Grimmie and Team Blake Shelton's Jake Worthington.
At the top of the show, Carson Daly announced that there was a glitch with the iTunes charts. Noticably missing from the Top 10 yesterday was Josh Kaufman’s cover of Adele’s “Set Fire to the Rain.” To ensure fairness, all of the iTunes downloads that were supposed to count as votes for the finalists were taken out of the final tally – meaning only online voting, calls, etc. counted as votes. According to Carson, taking the iTunes downloads out of the final tally did not affect the outcome. In other news, Adam publicly announced that he would sign Christina Grimmie to his record label after the show.
After a quick recap of Monday night’s final live performances,...
At the top of the show, Carson Daly announced that there was a glitch with the iTunes charts. Noticably missing from the Top 10 yesterday was Josh Kaufman’s cover of Adele’s “Set Fire to the Rain.” To ensure fairness, all of the iTunes downloads that were supposed to count as votes for the finalists were taken out of the final tally – meaning only online voting, calls, etc. counted as votes. According to Carson, taking the iTunes downloads out of the final tally did not affect the outcome. In other news, Adam publicly announced that he would sign Christina Grimmie to his record label after the show.
After a quick recap of Monday night’s final live performances,...
- 5/21/2014
- Uinterview
Each artist sang twice on Monday night’s Semi-Finals of The Voice, with Team Usher's Josh Kaufman delivering two showstopping performances and Usher performing his new single "Good Kisser."
First up is Kristen Merlin, the last remaining member of Team Shakira and the resident country queen (after Audra McLaughlin was sent home last week). For her first song, Kristen chose Miranda Lambert’s “Gunpowder and Lead,” which was dedicated to her friends and her hometown, and her girlfriend who has been out to La to support her. It’s a hell of a performance, that’s for sure. Kristen hits it out of the park with a defining performance. Kristen looks comfortable on stage, and the song allows her to enjoy herself. Adam Levine complimented her onstage growth, but the real compliment came from Blake Shelton, who is married to Miranda Lambert, and is the authority on all things country.
First up is Kristen Merlin, the last remaining member of Team Shakira and the resident country queen (after Audra McLaughlin was sent home last week). For her first song, Kristen chose Miranda Lambert’s “Gunpowder and Lead,” which was dedicated to her friends and her hometown, and her girlfriend who has been out to La to support her. It’s a hell of a performance, that’s for sure. Kristen hits it out of the park with a defining performance. Kristen looks comfortable on stage, and the song allows her to enjoy herself. Adam Levine complimented her onstage growth, but the real compliment came from Blake Shelton, who is married to Miranda Lambert, and is the authority on all things country.
- 5/13/2014
- Uinterview
Christina Grimmie takes the lead once again to win "The Voice" this season. She led our poll two weeks ago, but be careful what you ask for. Our other recent frontrunners Sisaundra Lewis and Audra McLaughlin were both kicked off the show last week. Related: Double shock on 'The Voice' eliminations Live shows continue on Monday with the final five contestants performing. The home audience will move their favorites forward to the championship round next week. -Break- According to exclusive Gold Derby odds, Adam Levine team member Grimmie is in first place with 6/5 odds to win this sixth season of the NBC reality program. Levine is the defending coaching champ from last year and also the first season. Join the fierce 'The Voice' discussion going on right now in our infamous message boards Josh Kaufman is in second place with 7/1 odds. He is the final contestant remaining for Usher.
- 5/12/2014
- Gold Derby
Some of the strongest artists on The Voice found themselves in the bottom four Tuesday night, which confounded the coaches and forced those singers to perform one more time for the lone Twitter save.
After weeks of deftly avoiding elimination, veteran coaches Adam Levine and Blake Shelton found themselves in a vulnerable position following Monday night's Top Eight performances when Usher's lone artist, soulful family man Josh Kaufman, and Shakira's only remaining singer, Massachusetts country singer Kristen Merlin, were the first artists to be deemed safe.
A short time later, host Carson Daly revealed Team Adam's teenage...
After weeks of deftly avoiding elimination, veteran coaches Adam Levine and Blake Shelton found themselves in a vulnerable position following Monday night's Top Eight performances when Usher's lone artist, soulful family man Josh Kaufman, and Shakira's only remaining singer, Massachusetts country singer Kristen Merlin, were the first artists to be deemed safe.
A short time later, host Carson Daly revealed Team Adam's teenage...
- 5/7/2014
- by Kathy Ehrich Dowd
- People.com - TV Watch
Some of the strongest artists on The Voice found themselves in the bottom four Tuesday night, which confounded the coaches and forced those singers to perform one more time for the lone Twitter save. After weeks of deftly avoiding elimination, veteran coaches Adam Levine and Blake Shelton found themselves in a vulnerable position following Monday night's Top Eight performances when Usher's lone artist, soulful family man Josh Kaufman, and Shakira's only remaining singer, Massachusetts country singer Kristen Merlin, were the first artists to be deemed safe. A short time later, host Carson Daly revealed Team Adam's teenage...
- 5/7/2014
- by Kathy Ehrich Dowd
- PEOPLE.com
The Voice said goodbye to Sisaundra Lewis, Audra McLaughlin and Delvin Choice on Tuesday night in a shocking live elimination.
The Voice is slowly inching towards the finish line and the competition said goodbye to three artists this week to narrow it down to a Top 5. But first, Kristen Merlin, Audra, Kat Perkins and Jake Worthington performed The Band Perry’s “Chainsaw.” The country tune was a fun way to kick off the night, and mixed up various Team members, providing the show with a nice change from the usual Team performances.
Josh Kaufman is the first artist declared safe, no surprise, and is followed by Shakira’s last remaining artist, Kristen Merlin. Shakira was incredibly happy when she heard Carson Daly call Kristen’s name, jumping up and then stopping herself for a moment to make sure it was, indeed, Kristen who was declared safe to sing another day.
The Voice is slowly inching towards the finish line and the competition said goodbye to three artists this week to narrow it down to a Top 5. But first, Kristen Merlin, Audra, Kat Perkins and Jake Worthington performed The Band Perry’s “Chainsaw.” The country tune was a fun way to kick off the night, and mixed up various Team members, providing the show with a nice change from the usual Team performances.
Josh Kaufman is the first artist declared safe, no surprise, and is followed by Shakira’s last remaining artist, Kristen Merlin. Shakira was incredibly happy when she heard Carson Daly call Kristen’s name, jumping up and then stopping herself for a moment to make sure it was, indeed, Kristen who was declared safe to sing another day.
- 5/7/2014
- Uinterview
It was a surprising night on "The Voice" Tuesday as two of our previous frontrunners were eliminated. Blake Shelton team members Sisaundra Lewis and Audra McLaughlin did not even make the top five of the season. Also booted out (but much less shocking) was Delvin Choice from Adam Levine's team. -Break- According to our exclusive Gold Derby odds, we predicted Choice would be eliminated. And we also had Kat Perkins heading home. She ended up in the bottom group, but America voted by Twitter near the end of the show to save her. Our other predicted contender at risk, Josh Kaufman, ended up in much better shape than expected. Join the fierce 'The Voice' discussion going on right now in our infamous message boards To cast your votes as to who will be bounced next and who'll be the ultimate winner, simply log into your predictions, click...
- 5/7/2014
- Gold Derby
Three singers were sent packing on The Voice tonight, sending five hopefuls through to next week’s semifinals.
So who made it? (Spoilers Ahead!)
Jake Worthington, Kristen Merlin, Josh Kaufman, Christina Grimmie, and Kat Perkins (who was spared by the Twitter Instant Save) are all safe after tonight’s episode. While it was time to say farewell to Sisaundra Lewis, Audra Mclaughlin, and Delvin Choice.
Do you agree with who went home? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned for Marc Snetiker’s full recap coming later tonight!
So who made it? (Spoilers Ahead!)
Jake Worthington, Kristen Merlin, Josh Kaufman, Christina Grimmie, and Kat Perkins (who was spared by the Twitter Instant Save) are all safe after tonight’s episode. While it was time to say farewell to Sisaundra Lewis, Audra Mclaughlin, and Delvin Choice.
Do you agree with who went home? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned for Marc Snetiker’s full recap coming later tonight!
- 5/7/2014
- by EW staff
- EW.com - PopWatch
The Voice introduced its two newest coaches - Pharrell Williams and Gwen Stefani, who teamed up to perform "Hollaback Girl" - on Monday night as the eight remaining artists performed. Team Adam Levine star Christina Grimmie followed last week's genre-bending Drake cover with another original moment on Lil Wayne's "How to Love." The audience would not stop cheering. "You should be soaking this up right now," Blake Shelton praised. "You look and sound like a superstar up there." She was not the only singer to shake up the crowd. Team Adam's Delvin Choice tapped into the emotional connection...
- 5/6/2014
- by Andrea Billups
- PEOPLE.com
The Voice introduced its two newest coaches – Pharrell Williams and Gwen Stefani, who teamed up to perform "Hollaback Girl" – on Monday night as the eight remaining artists performed.
Team Adam Levine star Christina Grimmie followed last week's genre-bending Drake cover with another original moment on Lil Wayne's "How to Love."
The audience would not stop cheering. "You should be soaking this up right now," Blake Shelton praised. "You look and sound like a superstar up there."
She was not the only singer to shake up the crowd. Team Adam's Delvin Choice tapped into the emotional connection he had...
Team Adam Levine star Christina Grimmie followed last week's genre-bending Drake cover with another original moment on Lil Wayne's "How to Love."
The audience would not stop cheering. "You should be soaking this up right now," Blake Shelton praised. "You look and sound like a superstar up there."
She was not the only singer to shake up the crowd. Team Adam's Delvin Choice tapped into the emotional connection he had...
- 5/6/2014
- by Andrea Billups
- People.com - TV Watch
The Voice introduced its two newest coaches - Pharrell Williams and Gwen Stefani, who teamed up to perform "Hollaback Girl" - on Monday night as the eight remaining artists performed. Team Adam Levine star Christina Grimmie followed last week's genre-bending Drake cover with another original moment on Lil Wayne's "How to Love." The audience would not stop cheering. "You should be soaking this up right now," Blake Shelton praised. "You look and sound like a superstar up there." She was not the only singer to shake up the crowd. Team Adam's Delvin Choice tapped into the emotional connection...
- 5/6/2014
- by Andrea Billups
- PEOPLE.com
The Top 8 performed on the live performance episode of The Voice, but it was coach Adam Levine who stole the spotlight with his newly bleached blonde hair – Carson Daly introduced Adam as “Adam Levine and the hairdo.”
“That’s Adam? I thought it was Meg Ryan sitting there,” Blake Shelton said before calling him “Miley [Cyrus].”
Top 8 Perform Live
First up was Sisaundra Lewis from Team Blake. Sisaundra decided to show off her pipes with “River Deep, Mountain High” by Tina Turner. The performance was special for Sisaundra because her mother, at 76-years-old, is attending one of her performances for the very first time. As expected, Sisaundra blows it away, singing every note as if it were her last.
Sisaundra is amazing, hands down, but she can also be a bit too much. It will be interesting to see how she does as more contestants face elimination. Sisaundra is so touched...
“That’s Adam? I thought it was Meg Ryan sitting there,” Blake Shelton said before calling him “Miley [Cyrus].”
Top 8 Perform Live
First up was Sisaundra Lewis from Team Blake. Sisaundra decided to show off her pipes with “River Deep, Mountain High” by Tina Turner. The performance was special for Sisaundra because her mother, at 76-years-old, is attending one of her performances for the very first time. As expected, Sisaundra blows it away, singing every note as if it were her last.
Sisaundra is amazing, hands down, but she can also be a bit too much. It will be interesting to see how she does as more contestants face elimination. Sisaundra is so touched...
- 5/6/2014
- Uinterview
For the third straight week, the frontrunner status has changed for "The Voice": Audra McLaughlin is your new favorite to win the championship with 1/100 odds. She is a team member for Blake Shelton, the winning coach from the second, third, and fourth cycles of the NBC show. Live shows continue on Monday with the final eight contestants performing. Results are now in the hands of the home audience. -Break- According to exclusive Gold Derby odds, last week's predicted winner Christina Grimmie is now in second place with 8/5 odds. The favorite from two weeks ago was Sisaundra Lewis, who places in the third position with 4/1 odds. While Lewis is also on Team Blake, Grimmie is a member of Adam Levine's team. Join the fierce 'The Voice' discussion going on right now in our infamous message boards Levine and Shelton have not lost any of their artists during...
- 5/4/2014
- Gold Derby
The Voice narrowed down its contestants to a Top 8, with Tess Boyer and Bria Kelly getting the boot and Kat Perkins receiving the #VoiceSave in this week’s live eliminations.
But first, the good news: Carson Daly opened the show with the announcement that Gwen Stefani and Pharrell would be coaching in season 7 alongside returning coaches Adam Levine and Blake Shelton, with Christina Aguilera rumored to be returning for Season 8 in the spring.
Team Usher kicked off the night with a group performance. Usher, Bria Kelly and Josh Kaufman sang Lenny Kravitz’s “Always on the Run.”
After their fun performance, the first round of saves is announced. From Team Adam, Christina Grimmie was declared safe. America’s votes saved Sisaundra Lewis from Team Blake, Kristen Merlin from Team Shakira and Josh Kaufman from Team Usher, so every coach still has an artist moving forward into next week’s live performances.
But first, the good news: Carson Daly opened the show with the announcement that Gwen Stefani and Pharrell would be coaching in season 7 alongside returning coaches Adam Levine and Blake Shelton, with Christina Aguilera rumored to be returning for Season 8 in the spring.
Team Usher kicked off the night with a group performance. Usher, Bria Kelly and Josh Kaufman sang Lenny Kravitz’s “Always on the Run.”
After their fun performance, the first round of saves is announced. From Team Adam, Christina Grimmie was declared safe. America’s votes saved Sisaundra Lewis from Team Blake, Kristen Merlin from Team Shakira and Josh Kaufman from Team Usher, so every coach still has an artist moving forward into next week’s live performances.
- 4/30/2014
- Uinterview
What happens when a 20-year-old female YouTube sensation and Top 10 The Voice finalist chooses to cover R&B sensation Drake?
That seeming vocal gamble came up aces for Christina Grimmie, who brought the idea to sing Drake's "Hold On, We're Going Home" to her coach, Adam Levine. He believed in her artistry and allowed her to take the risk. And in doing so, she set the pace Monday, accompanying herself on the piano and using the ballad to look and sound like a full-blown star.
"I'm amazed at the range and the control and the depth of her voice," said Levine's own mentor,...
That seeming vocal gamble came up aces for Christina Grimmie, who brought the idea to sing Drake's "Hold On, We're Going Home" to her coach, Adam Levine. He believed in her artistry and allowed her to take the risk. And in doing so, she set the pace Monday, accompanying herself on the piano and using the ballad to look and sound like a full-blown star.
"I'm amazed at the range and the control and the depth of her voice," said Levine's own mentor,...
- 4/29/2014
- by Andrea Billups
- People.com - TV Watch
What happens when a 20-year-old female YouTube sensation and Top 10 The Voice finalist chooses to cover R&B sensation Drake? That seeming vocal gamble came up aces for Christina Grimmie, who brought the idea to sing Drake's "Hold On, We're Going Home" to her coach, Adam Levine. He believed in her artistry and allowed her to take the risk. And in doing so, she set the pace Monday, accompanying herself on the piano and using the ballad to look and sound like a full-blown star. "I'm amazed at the range and the control and the depth of her voice," said Levine's own mentor,...
- 4/29/2014
- by Andrea Billups
- PEOPLE.com
What happens when a 20-year-old female YouTube sensation and Top 10 The Voice finalist chooses to cover R&B sensation Drake? That seeming vocal gamble came up aces for Christina Grimmie, who brought the idea to sing Drake's "Hold On, We're Going Home" to her coach, Adam Levine. He believed in her artistry and allowed her to take the risk. And in doing so, she set the pace Monday, accompanying herself on the piano and using the ballad to look and sound like a full-blown star. "I'm amazed at the range and the control and the depth of her voice," said Levine's own mentor,...
- 4/29/2014
- by Andrea Billups
- PEOPLE.com
The Top 10 artists performed in Monday’s live episode of The Voice, with Christina Grimmie showing off her musical ability and Blake Shelton getting into trouble with his Bff Adam Levine.
The night began with a performance by the UK band Rixton, which is comprised of young men who look like a slightly edgier version of One Direction, bonus points: they play their own instruments and generally seem more talented and less pop.
To help his artists this week, Adam called in his buddy Graham Nash (Crosby, Stills & Nash). Adam and Nash work with Kat Perkins, hoping to expose her sensitive side to the public with Fleetwod Mac’s “Landslide.” Kat doesn’t quite nail the low notes, but her performance is solid and the judges are impressed that she was able to strip down her rocker style and give an acoustic performance. Her performance had Kat in tears by the end,...
The night began with a performance by the UK band Rixton, which is comprised of young men who look like a slightly edgier version of One Direction, bonus points: they play their own instruments and generally seem more talented and less pop.
To help his artists this week, Adam called in his buddy Graham Nash (Crosby, Stills & Nash). Adam and Nash work with Kat Perkins, hoping to expose her sensitive side to the public with Fleetwod Mac’s “Landslide.” Kat doesn’t quite nail the low notes, but her performance is solid and the judges are impressed that she was able to strip down her rocker style and give an acoustic performance. Her performance had Kat in tears by the end,...
- 4/29/2014
- Uinterview
The Voice narrowed down the field to a Top 10, and Dani Moz, Tj Wilkins and Tess Boyer ended up in the bottom three in the first live eliminations.
Team Adam was the first team to perform together: Delvin Choice, Kat Perkins and Christina Grimmie performed “Sledgehammer” with their coach Adam Levine.
After their performance, it was time to announce the first saves of the night. From Team Usher, no surprise, Josh Kaufman was quickly ushered into the next rounds. America also saved Kat Perkins from Team Adam.
Kristen Merlin from Team Shakira also sailed through to the next live rounds, no doubt due to her impressive performance Monday night, when she sang through her mic cutting out in the middle of the song. Audra McLaughlin was also saved by the viewers, as were Jake Worthington, Delvin Choice, Bria Kelly, Christina Grimmie and Sisaundra Lewis.
Team Blake also performed together, with...
Team Adam was the first team to perform together: Delvin Choice, Kat Perkins and Christina Grimmie performed “Sledgehammer” with their coach Adam Levine.
After their performance, it was time to announce the first saves of the night. From Team Usher, no surprise, Josh Kaufman was quickly ushered into the next rounds. America also saved Kat Perkins from Team Adam.
Kristen Merlin from Team Shakira also sailed through to the next live rounds, no doubt due to her impressive performance Monday night, when she sang through her mic cutting out in the middle of the song. Audra McLaughlin was also saved by the viewers, as were Jake Worthington, Delvin Choice, Bria Kelly, Christina Grimmie and Sisaundra Lewis.
Team Blake also performed together, with...
- 4/23/2014
- Uinterview
The Voice's top 12 performed in the first live episode of the season, with Josh Kaufman delivering a scene stealing performance and Kristen Merlin singing through a microphone malfunction.
Top 12 Perform Live
Bria Kelly from Team Usher started it off with Adele’s “Rolling In The Deep” with a little rock twist. For those who have waited until the live rounds to begin watching, Bria made a splash last week, with all the coaches declaring her the one to beat. Her vocals and her rocker rasp are all favorites of the judges. Her take on “Rolling In The Deep” was different enough from Adele’s that she didn’t have to live up to the all around adored singer. The only downside to the performance was her guitar, which she carried around for the entire performance and only played it for the last few bars. It looked more like a prop than anything else,...
Top 12 Perform Live
Bria Kelly from Team Usher started it off with Adele’s “Rolling In The Deep” with a little rock twist. For those who have waited until the live rounds to begin watching, Bria made a splash last week, with all the coaches declaring her the one to beat. Her vocals and her rocker rasp are all favorites of the judges. Her take on “Rolling In The Deep” was different enough from Adele’s that she didn’t have to live up to the all around adored singer. The only downside to the performance was her guitar, which she carried around for the entire performance and only played it for the last few bars. It looked more like a prop than anything else,...
- 4/22/2014
- Uinterview
Now that the playoffs are over, this season of The Voice has found its Top 12, and it’s time to vote!
You’ve read the recap, and now I present my most updated Power List, ranking the players on where they stand in the competition as of the playoff performances on Tuesday, April 15. Remember, we’ve seen these artists so spread out throughout the year that next week’s first live show will be a sprightly reminder of comparing them all on the same playing field. That explains the major jumps in this list from last week to this week.
You’ve read the recap, and now I present my most updated Power List, ranking the players on where they stand in the competition as of the playoff performances on Tuesday, April 15. Remember, we’ve seen these artists so spread out throughout the year that next week’s first live show will be a sprightly reminder of comparing them all on the same playing field. That explains the major jumps in this list from last week to this week.
- 4/16/2014
- by Marc Snetiker
- EW.com - PopWatch
Usher picked his top three to move on to the live shows in the final episode of the Playoffs on The Voice.
Tj Wilkins was up first, singing “Tell Me Somethin’ Good” by Chaka Khan & Rufus. Tj is a soul singer to his core, and the song shows off his strengths. Adam Levine compliments Tj for his ability to entertain, even while giving a somewhat subdued performance, and Shakira notes that the high note he hit at the end was the perfect trick to finish off the performance.
Melissa Jimenez decided to sing “Halo” by Beyoncé, a song choice that is certainly a risk for Melissa. In rehearsals, Melissa says she wants to “strip down” the track, hoping to let her vocals shine. Unfortunately for Melissa, she doesn’t have the power that Beyoncé has, though she nails the high notes towards the end of her performance. Adam and Shakira...
Tj Wilkins was up first, singing “Tell Me Somethin’ Good” by Chaka Khan & Rufus. Tj is a soul singer to his core, and the song shows off his strengths. Adam Levine compliments Tj for his ability to entertain, even while giving a somewhat subdued performance, and Shakira notes that the high note he hit at the end was the perfect trick to finish off the performance.
Melissa Jimenez decided to sing “Halo” by Beyoncé, a song choice that is certainly a risk for Melissa. In rehearsals, Melissa says she wants to “strip down” the track, hoping to let her vocals shine. Unfortunately for Melissa, she doesn’t have the power that Beyoncé has, though she nails the high notes towards the end of her performance. Adam and Shakira...
- 4/16/2014
- Uinterview
Blake Shelton typically exudes coolness under pressure. But The Voice coach admitted he wasn't feeling so self-assured Tuesday night as he was forced to send home two singers on the first night of the playoff rounds. The country star found himself in the hot seat as he had to make the "toughest decision in six seasons" on the show. Philadelphia college student Audra McLaughlin kicked things off with a powerful version of "A Broken Wing" by Martina McBride. "From the moment you introduced yourself to the world we all recognized you had a very powerful voice," Usher said. "It's almost...
- 4/9/2014
- by Kathy Ehrich Dowd
- PEOPLE.com
Blake Shelton typically exudes coolness under pressure. But The Voice coach admitted he wasn't feeling so self-assured Tuesday night as he was forced to send home two singers on the first night of the playoff rounds.
The country star found himself in the hot seat as he had to make the "toughest decision in six seasons" on the show.
Philadelphia college student Audra McLaughlin kicked things off with a powerful version of "A Broken Wing" by Martina McBride.
"From the moment you introduced yourself to the world we all recognized you had a very powerful voice," Usher said. "It's almost...
The country star found himself in the hot seat as he had to make the "toughest decision in six seasons" on the show.
Philadelphia college student Audra McLaughlin kicked things off with a powerful version of "A Broken Wing" by Martina McBride.
"From the moment you introduced yourself to the world we all recognized you had a very powerful voice," Usher said. "It's almost...
- 4/9/2014
- by Kathy Ehrich Dowd
- People.com - TV Watch
Blake Shelton narrowed his team down to the top 3 artists who will perform in the live rounds of The Voice: Audra McLaughlin, Sisaundra Lewis and Jake Worthington.
The Voice finally reached the Playoffs after weeks of Blind Auditions. As Carson Daly explained at the beginning of the episode, during the Playoffs each artist will get to choose their song to perform for their coaches in the hopes of making it to the live rounds, where their fates will no longer be decided by their coaches but by American voters.
Audra McLaughlin was first up, singing Martina McBride’s “A Broken Wing.” The judges loved her performance, and Adam Levine even admitted she could be one to beat, calling her “spectacular.”
Following Audra’s powerhouse performance was Ryan Whyte Maloney, taking on Shinedown’s “Second Chance.” Usher gives Ryan encouraging feedback, comparing him to Adam Levine. Shakira is a little less enthusiastic,...
The Voice finally reached the Playoffs after weeks of Blind Auditions. As Carson Daly explained at the beginning of the episode, during the Playoffs each artist will get to choose their song to perform for their coaches in the hopes of making it to the live rounds, where their fates will no longer be decided by their coaches but by American voters.
Audra McLaughlin was first up, singing Martina McBride’s “A Broken Wing.” The judges loved her performance, and Adam Levine even admitted she could be one to beat, calling her “spectacular.”
Following Audra’s powerhouse performance was Ryan Whyte Maloney, taking on Shinedown’s “Second Chance.” Usher gives Ryan encouraging feedback, comparing him to Adam Levine. Shakira is a little less enthusiastic,...
- 4/9/2014
- Uinterview
For the first night of the playoffs on "The Voice," Blake Shelton was the only one of the four coaches to showcase his team. And he was forced to boot out two of his five remaining artists Tuesday. There are now no more duo battles or saving steals from the coaches. It is strictly solo performances designed to impress their own coach. -Break- Audra McLaughlin began the evening with a rousing version of the Martina McBride country hit "A Broken Wing." Next up, Ryan Whyte Maloney rocked the crowd with Shinedown's "Second Chance." Zedd's "Clarity" was the song selection of Madilyn Paige, who was stolen by Shelton just the night before to join his team. Jake Worthington even impressed the other coaches with his country foot-stomper "Anywhere With You" by Jake Owen. And finally, Sisaundra Lewis was the overwhelming favorite of everybody with the Billy Joel classic "New Yo...
- 4/9/2014
- Gold Derby
If you’ve stuck with the sixth season of The Voice, you may be incredibly relieved to know that we’ve finally arrived at the Top 20, narrowing down some less-than-stellar talent to the best of the best. Or, most of the best. In truth, there are still some stragglers who have yet to prove themselves, but the playoff rounds (beginning April 8) should weed out the less impressive folks and leave us with a pretty nifty Top 12, worthy of performing in front of the voting public.
Before the next round begins, here’s the breakdown for this season’s first power list.
Before the next round begins, here’s the breakdown for this season’s first power list.
- 4/8/2014
- by Marc Snetiker
- EW.com - PopWatch
The Voice season 6 was finally narrowed down to the top 20 on Monday night, with the last night of the second round of battles, and marking the end of the pre-recorded performances.
'The Voice' Recap: Final Battles Of Season 6
To kick it off, Clarissa Serna and Dani Moz of Team Shakira had to battle it out with either “Perfect” by Pink, “The Edge of Glory” by Lady Gaga or Kelly Clarkson’s “Catch My Breath.” The girls go with “Perfect,” and, though they appear evenly matched in rehearsals, during the battle Dani steals the spotlight. The judges are pretty unanimous in their support of Dani, and Shakira sent Clarissa home.
Team Adam Levine members Dawn & Hawkes were next, battling it out against Kat Perkins with KT Turnstall’s “Suddenly I See.” It’s tough for Kat to go up against a duo, especially with such an underwhelming battle song.
'The Voice' Recap: Final Battles Of Season 6
To kick it off, Clarissa Serna and Dani Moz of Team Shakira had to battle it out with either “Perfect” by Pink, “The Edge of Glory” by Lady Gaga or Kelly Clarkson’s “Catch My Breath.” The girls go with “Perfect,” and, though they appear evenly matched in rehearsals, during the battle Dani steals the spotlight. The judges are pretty unanimous in their support of Dani, and Shakira sent Clarissa home.
Team Adam Levine members Dawn & Hawkes were next, battling it out against Kat Perkins with KT Turnstall’s “Suddenly I See.” It’s tough for Kat to go up against a duo, especially with such an underwhelming battle song.
- 4/8/2014
- Uinterview
This is the first week of Battles: Round 2, a new addition to NBC's “The Voice” format. The only things differentiating it from the previous round are 1) duos pick their own song (from a short list), 2) there is only one steal per coach left, and 3) Coldplay's Chris Martin. Let's have a cup of PG Tips (in honor of Mr. Martin) and chat my highlights from the last two episodes. 1. Unofficial theme song of “The Voice” The week kicked off with coach Blake Shelton's pairing of country balladeer Audra McLaughlin with rocker Megan Ruger. While Megan's more precise...
- 4/2/2014
- by Katrina Parker
- The Wrap
Monday's episode of The Voice was filled with smooth, soulful, rocking and soaring duets that made it harder than ever for the coaches to narrow down their teams.
Three-time winner and committed cocktail fan Blake Shelton said of the tightening competition: "My liver's not going to make it."
But each coach got a little help for this second battle round from a charming and buff Chris Martin of Coldplay, who stood in as thoughtful and Brit-tastic lone mentor for all four teams.
Cierra Mickens and T.J. Wilkins showed that they could make an amazing soul duo post-Voice with their...
Three-time winner and committed cocktail fan Blake Shelton said of the tightening competition: "My liver's not going to make it."
But each coach got a little help for this second battle round from a charming and buff Chris Martin of Coldplay, who stood in as thoughtful and Brit-tastic lone mentor for all four teams.
Cierra Mickens and T.J. Wilkins showed that they could make an amazing soul duo post-Voice with their...
- 4/1/2014
- by Andrea Billups
- People.com - TV Watch
Monday's episode of The Voice was filled with smooth, soulful, rocking and soaring duets that made it harder than ever for the coaches to narrow down their teams. Three-time winner and committed cocktail fan Blake Shelton said of the tightening competition: "My liver's not going to make it." But each coach got a little help for this second battle round from a charming and buff Chris Martin of Coldplay, who stood in as thoughtful and Brit-tastic lone mentor for all four teams. Cierra Mickens and T.J. Wilkins showed that they could make an amazing soul duo post-Voice with their...
- 4/1/2014
- by Andrea Billups
- PEOPLE.com
"The Voice" has decided that for Season 6, the Battles will continue for a second round, which will be the last elimination via the coaches before the live shows where America starts voting.
The twist to this second round is that the song will be left up to the two singers to decide (from a list), which could provide some fireworks. Also, each coach has one steal to use in this round.
Battle 1: Audra McLaughlin vs. Megan Ruger (Team Blake)
Song: "The Climb" by Miley Cyrus
They both really blow it out, though Audra hits some stratosphere-level high notes. Good lord, that girl has some pipes. But then no sooner do I type that then Megan gets her big belting note too. It's a very strong battle, tough choice. Megan's stage presence is bothersome to me, does that bug anybody else? Don't act out the words, stop bopping side-to-side. We...
The twist to this second round is that the song will be left up to the two singers to decide (from a list), which could provide some fireworks. Also, each coach has one steal to use in this round.
Battle 1: Audra McLaughlin vs. Megan Ruger (Team Blake)
Song: "The Climb" by Miley Cyrus
They both really blow it out, though Audra hits some stratosphere-level high notes. Good lord, that girl has some pipes. But then no sooner do I type that then Megan gets her big belting note too. It's a very strong battle, tough choice. Megan's stage presence is bothersome to me, does that bug anybody else? Don't act out the words, stop bopping side-to-side. We...
- 4/1/2014
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
"The Voice" is doing its first-ever second round of Battles in Season 6, and to help the Top 32 contestants as they face off once again in the ring, the show is enlisting the help of Coldplay frontman Chris Martin.
In the first preview clip below from Monday's (March 31) show, Martin advises Team Shakira contestants Josh Murley and Patrick Thomson, who are battling it out on "Run to You" by Bryan Adams. Martin tells them it's not a natural duet, so they need a little something extra -- mic stands.
In the second preview, Audra McLaughlin and Megan Ruger from Team Blake are facing off on "The Climb" by Miley Cyrus. Martin advises them to engage the audience more: "This is a song about trying to get somewhere together, so cover the area -- you need to bring out your Mick Jaggers a bit."
"The Voice" airs Monday and Tuesday nights at 8 Et/Pt on NBC.
In the first preview clip below from Monday's (March 31) show, Martin advises Team Shakira contestants Josh Murley and Patrick Thomson, who are battling it out on "Run to You" by Bryan Adams. Martin tells them it's not a natural duet, so they need a little something extra -- mic stands.
In the second preview, Audra McLaughlin and Megan Ruger from Team Blake are facing off on "The Climb" by Miley Cyrus. Martin advises them to engage the audience more: "This is a song about trying to get somewhere together, so cover the area -- you need to bring out your Mick Jaggers a bit."
"The Voice" airs Monday and Tuesday nights at 8 Et/Pt on NBC.
- 3/31/2014
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Time to finish up the final battles of Round 1 on "The Voice" Season 6, with Usher as the only judge with a steal to use.
Battle 1: Cary Laine vs. Sam Behymer (Team Adam)
Song: "Give Me Love" by Ed Sheeran
Sam's voice better for this song, Cary would have been more suited to a country song, maybe, but they both have a couple pitch issues here and there. The part where they sing together in harmony is nice, but this was not the most outstanding battle. Neither biffed it, but neither really shined brightly either. We would pick Sam but that's only a matter of taste, this one really is a toss-up.
Winner: Adam chooses Sam and Usher does not steal Cary, which is not a huge surprise.
Battle 2: Noah Lis vs. Kaleigh Glanton (Team Blake)
Song: "Everything" by Michael Buble
This should be right in Noah's wheelhouse as a jazz singer,...
Battle 1: Cary Laine vs. Sam Behymer (Team Adam)
Song: "Give Me Love" by Ed Sheeran
Sam's voice better for this song, Cary would have been more suited to a country song, maybe, but they both have a couple pitch issues here and there. The part where they sing together in harmony is nice, but this was not the most outstanding battle. Neither biffed it, but neither really shined brightly either. We would pick Sam but that's only a matter of taste, this one really is a toss-up.
Winner: Adam chooses Sam and Usher does not steal Cary, which is not a huge surprise.
Battle 2: Noah Lis vs. Kaleigh Glanton (Team Blake)
Song: "Everything" by Michael Buble
This should be right in Noah's wheelhouse as a jazz singer,...
- 3/26/2014
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
The final week of The Voice's round 1 battles kicked off Monday showcasing the star power of some of Season 6's teen artists. Although she's just 17, Bria Kelly once again closed the show with strength far beyond her years, taking on Janis Joplin's "Piece of My Heart" for Team Usher in a closely matched battle with former NFL cheerleader and student Tess Boyer, 21, who surprised the coaches by stepping up her game. The wholesome Kelly rocked it out hard with a sound that belied her sweet looks, earning praise all around. Usher chose Kelly, but Boyer of Glen Carbon,...
- 3/25/2014
- by Andrea Billups
- PEOPLE.com
The final week of The Voice's round 1 battles kicked off Monday showcasing the star power of some of Season 6's teen artists.
Although she's just 17, Bria Kelly once again closed the show with strength far beyond her years, taking on Janis Joplin's "Piece of My Heart" for Team Usher in a closely matched battle with former NFL cheerleader and student Tess Boyer, 21, who surprised the coaches by stepping up her game.
The wholesome Kelly rocked it out hard with a sound that belied her sweet looks, earning praise all around. Usher chose Kelly, but Boyer of Glen Carbon,...
Although she's just 17, Bria Kelly once again closed the show with strength far beyond her years, taking on Janis Joplin's "Piece of My Heart" for Team Usher in a closely matched battle with former NFL cheerleader and student Tess Boyer, 21, who surprised the coaches by stepping up her game.
The wholesome Kelly rocked it out hard with a sound that belied her sweet looks, earning praise all around. Usher chose Kelly, but Boyer of Glen Carbon,...
- 3/25/2014
- by Andrea Billups
- People.com - TV Watch
Blake Shelton used up his last steal to snag Tess Boyer from Team Usher, and Madilyn Paige and Tanner James performed a sweet duet in the third part of the battle rounds of The Voice.
The third night of battle rounds began with Team Adam Levine's Austin Ellis and Josh Kaufman singing Pharrell’s Oscar-winning song “Happy.” The singers both delivered, and seemed to genuinely enjoy performing together. Blake goes for Josh, but Usher and Shakira are more hesitant to call a winner. Usher said that, while he thinks Josh won the battle, Austin is a “caged beast.” In the end, Adam Levine went with Josh, and Austin went home.
Blake Shelton was the next coach to find himself in the hot seat. He paired country duo Alaska & Madi against Audra McLaughlin. The country crooners sung Linda Ronstadt’s “When Will I Be Loved” and Alaska & Madi brought the...
The third night of battle rounds began with Team Adam Levine's Austin Ellis and Josh Kaufman singing Pharrell’s Oscar-winning song “Happy.” The singers both delivered, and seemed to genuinely enjoy performing together. Blake goes for Josh, but Usher and Shakira are more hesitant to call a winner. Usher said that, while he thinks Josh won the battle, Austin is a “caged beast.” In the end, Adam Levine went with Josh, and Austin went home.
Blake Shelton was the next coach to find himself in the hot seat. He paired country duo Alaska & Madi against Audra McLaughlin. The country crooners sung Linda Ronstadt’s “When Will I Be Loved” and Alaska & Madi brought the...
- 3/25/2014
- Uinterview
It's Week 3 of the Battle Rounds for "The Voice" Season 6, who's going to rise to the top? Let's find out. And if you've always wanted to go through "The Voice's" bootcamp, "Extra" is holding a talent search for just such an opportunity. Go to www.ExtraTV.com/thevoice for more information.
Battle 1: Austin Ellis vs. Josh Kaufman (Team Levine)
Song: "Happy" by Pharrell
Both men sound nice on this song, but it seems to suit Austin's voice just a little more, at least at the beginning. He just sounds richer than Josh, though Josh does loosen up as the song goes on, plus his falsetto is nice and he handles the high harmony with aplomb. It's a tough one and a great battle to kick off the episode. We were Team Austin at first, but by the end, we were Team Josh, so it's a hard choice. But...
Battle 1: Austin Ellis vs. Josh Kaufman (Team Levine)
Song: "Happy" by Pharrell
Both men sound nice on this song, but it seems to suit Austin's voice just a little more, at least at the beginning. He just sounds richer than Josh, though Josh does loosen up as the song goes on, plus his falsetto is nice and he handles the high harmony with aplomb. It's a tough one and a great battle to kick off the episode. We were Team Austin at first, but by the end, we were Team Josh, so it's a hard choice. But...
- 3/25/2014
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
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