The Voice Season 29: Let Me Love The Battles

Team Adam: Drew Russell vs. Jared Shoemaker singing Leather and Lace by Don Henley and Stevie Nicks-- This was like a duet, not a battle, and that is the ultimate compliment. John loved the top of Drew's voice and the shred, and he decided that Jared is one of his fave male voices this season. Kelly said you compliment each other and make each other better. Adam said he sang this song with Stevie Nicks to his wife at his wedding. He said, this was so beautiful, thank you guys for doing it right. In rehearsals, it had the potential, and I didn't know if it would come to fruition but it did. You're both just incredible. Kelly emphasized after the fact, that she wished that they could hit a button and be like "pairing". Kelly is right, they would be an amazing duo because they're not likely, and that is what would make them interesting. Adam chose Jared.

Team Kelly: Houston Kelly vs. Tia Durant singing Either Way by Chris Stapleton-- I loved both of them but if I had to choose I think I would chose Houston because of his dynamics and range. Adam said he turned for Tia, but not for Houston. However, he said today he was impressed with Houston's high register and that he would probably choose him. John offered an opposing opinion. Kelly said Jennifer told her she threw her shoe. Kelly loved the intimacy of the performance. I would choose Houston. 
Kelly chose Houston

Team Adam: Jeremy Keith vs. Aziz Guerra singing My Cherie Amor by Stevie Wonder-- This was a good battle, they were well matched.  John said that was beautiful; he would pick Jeremy. Kelly said she liked them equally, their runs, both great, but different. She loved Aziz's vibrato and she liked how Jeremy would start different phrases. Adam said he was proud of both guys. He said this guy is ready now, and that's why I need to choose Jeremy. 

Team Legend: Natasha Blaine vs. Kendra Remedios singing Walk On By by Dionne Warwick-- Have to be honest, did not love this song choice and performance. I would choose Natasha though; I'm just a fan of her voice. John liked Kendra's soulfulness and edge. He said that Natasha was sultry and smooth. John chose Natasha. 

Team Kelly: Aaron Lavigne vs. Jonah Mayor singing The First Time by Damiano David-- Okay well first off is that this felt very Broadway for me. I did not love the song choice at all. Had never heard this song before. I would lean toward Jonah, I was just such a fan of his voice in the blinds. Adam said the energy was amazing. John loved the high notes, and said it would be interesting to explore Jonah's opera background. Kelly said they both had pitch issues. She complimented Aaron's range and Jonah's roundness. Kelly chose Jonah. 

Lightning Rounds:

Team Legend: Ashley Marina vs. Syd Millevoi singing Love Takes Time by Mariah Carey-- Another song choice I did not care for. It was pretty clear Syd had this in the bag. John chose Syd.  

Team Kelly: Abigayle Oakley vs. Julia Golden singing Rhiannon by Fleetwood Mac-- This was one of the better song choices tonight. I liked both voices but I LOVE Abigayle's voice. Adam said there is a beautiful quality to her voice especially when she gets into her upper register. John said Abigayle had a nice, round tone, and he said the energy Julia brought felt right. Kelly said they both have magical tones, and she preferred their blinds better (she chose the song....). Kelly chose Abigayle.   

Team Legend: KJ Willis vs. Mike Steele singing Let Me Love You by Mario-- Interesting battle. This is one of my fave songs of all time, and Mario's vocals are on point. This battle left me wanting more. I think both guys deserved to move on, but I absolutely think they need to bring it in the next round. KJ has such a smooth voice, I'd liken it to 90s R&B. Mike has this awesome tone and vibe; I'm obsessed with his voice. Kelly said it was like a tennis match going back and forth. Adam said KJ you were a surprise for me, Mike had the most memorable moment though. Adam would lean towards Mike. John said both of them gave great performances and are deserving. He is proud of them both. John chose KJ and Adam stole Mike. Love that!

The Voice Season 29: The Blinds End and I Never Lie!

KJ Willis sang Roni by Bobby Brown-- This song is my jam. I loved it, it was a little different. I did want it to be a little more soulful but this is a tough song and he did it justice. John turned at the beginning and then Kelly. Kelly liked how comfortable he was on stage. John and Kelly both talked about knowing Babyface. 

KJ chose John, I think he should have gone with Kelly like his dad thought. 

Houston Kelly sang Walking in Memphis by Marc Cohn-- Okay so I like him, he's not perfect, but he has potential. He's also genuinely country. Kelly literally turned at the last possible moment. 

Kelly chose Houston 

Triple Turn: Ashley Marina sang Tonight I Wanna Cry by Keith Urban-- I love Ashley's voice. I feel like she is one of those artists who can sing multiple genres. Wow! All coaches turned at about the same time.  John thought she was so impressive and musical. 
Ashley chose John surprisingly. 

Aziz Guerra sang El Triste-- I cannot believe no one turned except Adam. I loved how the song became more and more dramatic as it went on. It just kept building. Kelly asked him about his musical influences-- he mentioned Luis Miguel, Juan Luis Guerra, and mariachi music. Adam said he heard so many things in Aziz's voice that he liked and that's why he had to turn. 
Adam chose Aziz

Mariette Gevorgian sang Anyone by Demi Lovato-- no one turned. She was a little bit pitchy. The coaches urged her to come back. 

Jason Farol sang Saturn by Sza-- no one turned. Same thing, some pitch and control issues. 

Triple Turn: Mikenley Brown sang Teenage Dream by Katy Perry-- I loved LOVED her interpretation of this song. It was super original and you could tell she bleeds like an authenticity about her. Adam said it was ethereal and said he's a big fan. Kelly said she sounded like a country queen and that she knows how to win a show. John said I think you're cool, and we'd have a lot of fun together. 
Mikenley chose Kelly and Kelly's team is full. 

Kelly also won the triple turn competition. 

Grace Humphries sang Both Sides Now by Joni Mitchell-- John turned for her and rightfully so, she is so poised and has such an angelic voice. She's a flower child. Adam said what held him back was pitch stuff but he thought the good parts were really good and he applauded her taste in music. John said he loved her voice and turned quickly. 

John chose Grace 

Natasha Blaine sang Kiss of Life by Sade-- Hmmm didn't love this honestly but John turned and liked that she approached the song with style. 
John chose Natasha

Drew Russell sang Blue Bayou by Linda Ronstadt-- She has a beautiful voice. This is definitely a tougher song to sing. Adam was the only one who turned. I am so shocked that John did not turn. Adam said I am so happy I found my way to you. Adam said you're a lot better than this audition. Kelly said she picked a hard song, Adam said that song is ambitious. 

Adam chose Drew

Syd Millevoi sang Mama Knows Best by Jessie J-- I love her attitude! She has so much sass. Her voice is ridiculous. Adam said, did you just win The Voice? Kelly said she's so mad right now. Adam said he is super stoked, and I cannot do that. There was soul, urgency, and passion; I am a fan, and I am blown away by what you do. John said you were sent from heaven to fill my final spot. You could win The Voice. Syd said she writes her own songs and she's a wedding singer. 

Syd chose John 

John's Team is full. 

Daniel Sovich sang Just the Way You Are by Billy Joel-- Daniel seems like such a throwback singer and voice. It's like he comes from another time. I'm not sure why Adam did not push. Kelly said it felt very Broadway to me more than anyone else. No one turned!

Jared Shoemaker sang I Never Lie by Zach Top-- Blake totally would have turned for him if he were here. Adam turned! This was such a good, current, and relevant song choice too. He has an awesome voice!!! Adam loved the subtle simplicity in his voice. 

Adam chose Jared and his team is full! 

My picks: KJ Willis, Ashley Marina, Aziz Guerra, Mikenley Brown, Syd Millevoi, Jared Shoemaker

My previous picks for my team: My picks-- Alexia Jayy, Abigayle Oakley, Jonah Mayor, Bay Simpson, and Jeremy Keith, JW Griffin, Mike Steele, Bijou Belle, and Hunter Jordan