The Voice Season 9: Live Again! Team Blake and Team Pharrell

Team Pharrell: Darius Scott sang Love Lockdown by Kanye West-- I loved the beginning, there were a lot of interesting choices, but I felt like it fell apart in the second half, and I wasn't an interested and intrigued. I agree with Adam, his vocal choices were cool and soulful, but again, I felt it came undone in the second half. Blake said he has never heard that song but is buying Darius's version.

Team Blake: Ivonne Acero sang One of Us by Joan Osbourne-- I don't know if this is necessarily the right song for her. That being said, she sang it really well. Gwen felt she was confident on the stage, and so strong and sure. Adam said she keeps getting better and she has grown in such a short amount of time. Blake said you're not a shy performer anymore, enjoy this moment.

Team Blake: Morgan Frazier sang Lips of an Angel by Hinder-- A star is born, I loved this performance, everything about it, killer vocals, crazy emotion, and pure power. She needs to move on. Pharrell said he knows why Blake snatched her to be back on his team. Blake said, you're like a country standard to me on the stage already. He said, if you don't make it through, people must be full of hate.

Team Pharrell: Evan McKeel sang Overjoyed by Stevie Wonder-- This was literally one of the best performances I've ever watched live on The Voice. I love the way Evan expressed himself. Gwen told him to watch his stage presence. Blake said the way you were able to navigate through that melody was incredible. Pharrell said, there were great notes you hit, I read your body language as genuine. I loved your honesty.

Team Pharrell: Madi Davis sang Song Bird by Fleetwood Mac-- I actually dug that performance too, it was very melodic and rhythmical. Adam said you just kinda popped up on my radar. Pharrell said you're 16, so talented beyond your years.

Team Pharrell: Celeste Betton (comeback artist) sang Something in the Water by Carrie Underwood-- I was a little bit confused with the beginning of the song, but in the end, she really brought it together. I loved how by the end, she found her voice. The vocal was beautiful. Pharrell said I have faith people are going to vote for you.

Team Blake: Zach Seaubaugh sang Brand New Girlfriend by Steve Holy-- I am loving his charisma, you need to have personality to sell this song, and he sold it. This was one of the best performances on the night, he has it in spades. Adam said you did everything you did really well, you have that thing, congratulations. Blake said I think you just bought yourself a ticket to the lives from here on out.

Team Pharrell: Riley Biedier sang It Should Have Been Us by Tori Kelly-- Gwen said she misses her and loved her confidence. Pharrell said you always had a great voice, I thought you fought. Okay, so I love that Tori Kelly song, she is major right now! I felt like Riley was definitely fighting, however, I did not feel that she was confident in the big notes. I felt like she hesitated and therefore, it didn't sound as good as it could have. She has tons of potential.

Team Blake: Nadjah Nicole (comeback artist) sang Upside Down by Diana Ross--  I felt like she was straight up channeling Diana Ross, she brought soul and rhythm. She really came alive in the second part of the song, and I think she made herself a contender to move on. Adam said I thoroughly enjoyed myself, thank you for that. Blake said I liked seeing you in this moment.

Team Blake: Emily Ann Roberts sang In the Garden-- I liked it but I was really distracted by her closing her mouth on a lot of the notes, and it sounded like "e" a lot. I think she has a sweet yet strong voice. Adam said the performance was so pure.

Team Pharrell: Mark Hood sang What Do You Mean? by Justin Bieber-- Totally wrong song for him. I think that song is way too simple, I would have had Mark sing Usher, Chris Brown, Marvin Gaye, that's his jam, not a Justin Bieber song. Adam said that was awesome. Blake said you sounded amazing, great job.

Team Blake: Barrett Baber sang I Drive Your Truck by Lee Brice-- Gwen said there is so much emotion, and you give so much of yourself and it's very powerful. Adam said I believe what you do is really powerful, and you have so much passion and belief in what you do. Blake said the only other artist I have seen give that much of themselves in a performance is Garth Brooks. I was overcome with emotion watching Barrett perform. I know a lot of people don't see the significance of that song, but it's about your memory of someone after you've lost them.

Team Blake moving forward: Barrett, Zach, Morgan..... long shot Emily Ann or Nadjah
Team Pharrell moving forward: Evan, Riley, Mark... long shot Madi

The Voice: Season 9 The Battles Begin

Team Adam: Jordan Smith versus Regina Love singing Like by Sam Smith-- To me, I expected Regina to do well cause this song was totally in her wheelhouse, but Jordan sounded unusually good. The tone and the notes coming out of him were ridiculous. Pharrell called the performance masterful. Gwen said their abilities were shocking. Adam said they were both powerful and both commanded attention. Adam said, I don't think anyone could have handled singing with Regina except for you Jordan.
My choice: Jordan
Adam's choice: Jordan
Gwen stole Regina!

Team Blake: Tyler Dickerson versus Zach Seabaugh singing I'm Gonna Be Somebody by Travis Tritt-- I actually love both of these guys and I hope that whoever doesn't get chosen it stolen by someone else. I love Tyler, the tone of his voice is crazy. However, Zach really impressed me because he is not a country singer really, but his performance was credible. Adam said Tyler's comfort level may have hindered him a little bit. Gwen was so impressed with Zach and how old he is. Blake said he is so proud of Zach, and knows how talented Tyler is despite throwing notes away.
My choice: Zach
Blake's choice: Zach

Team Gwen: Ellie Lawrence versus Tim Atlas singing Sweater Weather by The Neighbourhood-- I enjoyed that battle because these two were both evenly matched artists. Adam liked how compelling Tim was. Blake thought Ellie was exciting and Tim was intense, and he'd probably go with Tim. Pharrell found Ellie super convincing, but believes both of them are gifted. Gwen said she would love to hear an album from Tim because he is so different, and she said that the reason Blake and Tim picked Tim is because they want to steal Ellie. Someone steal Tim!
My choice: Tim
Gwen's choice: Ellie
Pharrell stole Tim! YES!

Team Pharrell: Celeste Betton versus Mark Hood singing Ain't No Mountain High Enough by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell-- This was an epic battle, I was standing on my feet. If both of these people do not get through, there is injustice in the world. Gwen said Mark was incredible and the light was coming out of him. Gwen said Celeste's attitude was infectious. Adam said they both lit this place up and we felt every second. Blake said either one of them could be a star. Pharrell said they made Missy cry and tonight they raised the bar again, he feels he made a mistake putting them together because they are both amazing.
My choice: I cannot choose! Edge to Mark
Pharrell's choice: Mark
Someone steal Celeste!

Team Adam: Dustin Monk versus James Dupre singing Fortunate Son by Creedence Clearwater Revival-- This battle was a little underwhelming. I don't think the song choice really brought anything out of them. First time tonight that I didn't care for either. Blake and Pharrell liked James better. Adam thinks both of them are good, both of them rose to the occasion.
My choice: doesn't matter
Adam's choice: James

Team Blake: Barrett Baber versus Dustin Christensen singing Walking in Memphis by Marc Cohn-- I love how much soul they both brought out of the song, their voices were so on point. I enjoyed both of them but I am really sold by Barrett's personality, it's so strong and it just makes me happy. Carson said, oh Blake you are so screwed. Pharrell said Barrett, you are such a big deal. Gwen said, Barrett you're incredible, and Dustin, you're voice is crazy, I love listening to you. Adam said Blake is an idiot for putting you two together and the fact that one of you is up for grabs is crazy. Blake said Barrett is like a linebacker and Dustin your voice is so special. Blake said this is a tie.
My choice: Barrett
Blake's choice: Barrett
Adam and Gwen both want Dustin! Blake said are you gonna go with Super Woman or Lex Luther. Dustin chose Adam!

Faves tonight: Jordan Smith,Celeste Betton, Mark Hood, and Barrett Baber. Watch.... Dustin Christensen

Night 4 of The Blinds on The Voice Season 9

Darius Scott sang You Make Wanna by Usher-- I think Darius has a good voice, but not a great voice. I liked when he got towards the middle of the song, the vocal embellishments were interesting. Adam turned followed by Gwen and Pharrell. Gwen said she's had the longest career and he should pick her cause she's going to help him.
Darius chose Pharrell

Korin Bukowski sang Cecilia and The Satellite by Andrew McMahon-- Gwen was the only one who turned around. I liked this girl, and I think she is so different that she might do well. The trouble I have with her is that I think, based on that performance, that her voice is just average.
Gwen chose Korin

Krista Hughes sang Angel from Montgomery by -- All four of them turned around and rightfully so, this girl has an amazing voice. I think Blake is right, she could potentially win this thing.  Adam thought she was flawless. Pharrell said he takes his hat off to her. Blake said I take nothing for granted. Blake told her to pick him because he knows and understands who her musical influences are.
Krista chose Blake

Janae Strothers sang Uptown Funk by Bruno Mars-- No one turned. Sad face. Blake said she was having a party on stage, but he felt like she was falling out of the pocket. I agree with Blake.

Chance Pena sang I See Fire by Ed Sheeran-- Adam is the only one who turned. Adam said you guys screwed up so badly. Pharrell said he gave a flawless performance. Gwen said she has no idea why she didn't push. What I liked about Chance is the maturity in his voice and how he sounded so different.
Adam chose Chance

Viktor Kiraly sang What's Going On by Marvin Gaye-- Another four chair turner! This guy impressed me, I was smiling throughout the performance cause he was so good. His dynamics were good, and just when I thought he reached as high as he could in that song, he took it to another level. Adam turned at the beginning and he was trying to keep a poker face, but he said it didn't work because he was so good. Adam told him that he could win this entire thing. Blake asked if he performs a lot, and called him a phenomenal singer and said he could win this thing. He said he may not be the obvious choice and Adam said, certainly not. Pharrell liked his voice paired with his personality. Gwen liked the richness in his voice.
Viktor chose Adam

Julie Broadus sang Brand New Key by Melanie-- No one turned. Blake liked the vintage sound of her voice. Gwen encouraged her to come back and said she would recognize her voice.

Cole Criske sang Dreaming with a Broken Heart by John Mayer-- The fact that he is 16 and sang with that much conviction and sincerity is amazing. He got Gwen, Pharrell, and Blake to turn. Blake said he has recorded with Xena and he's won The Voice four times. Gwen spoke about "Tragic Kingdom" and how tragedy in her life inspired her to write that album. Pharrell said he'd love the opportunity to work with him.
Cole chose Blake

Alex Kandel sang Bright by Echosmith-- I actually really like this girl. She has a lot of personality and it really came out in her vocal and in her performance. Gwen liked the character in her voice. Adam felt like it started out so strong and the vocal only needed small tweaks.
Alex chose Gwen

Celeste Betton sang Love You I Do by Jennifer Hudson-- I liked her, there were some small weird things in there that need to be taken care of but it is nothing Pharrell won't be able to fix. Pharrell said she is great and amazing. He said he pushed his button because of the ambition she had.
Pharrell chose Celeste

Andi & Alex sang Thank You by Dido-- All four chairs turned and all four coaches were on their feet. This interpretation of the song was so inspiring. Adam said you're one of the most perfectly fitting duos I've ever heard. That was astonishing. Blake said, oh my God, that was phenomenal, I'm the only person that has taken a duo to the finale. Gwen said obviously that version came from you guys and it was super creative, we'd be an amazing team. Pharrell said I would consider working with you another lesson.
Andi & Alex picked Adam

Faves of the night: Viktor Kiraly, Cole Criske, Alex Kandel, and Alex & Andi