Showing posts with label Jeffery Austin. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jeffery Austin. Show all posts

Monday, December 7, 2015

The Voice: Season 9 The Top 9.... It's the Semi Finals

Team Blake: Barrett Baber sang Ghost by Ella Henderson-- That was rough cause I love Barrett, but I didn't love that song for him. Gwen thought it was a powerful performance. Adam found the song choice unpredictable and thought that it was the right move for right now.

Team Adam: Shelby Brown sang Even God Must Get the Blues by JoDee Messina-- Wow, what a touching performance and at the perfect time. Adam was on his feet, and rightfully so, she did everything she could. Blake said she sang beautifully, perfectly in time and in tune, so good. Pharrell said she connected to the moment so well. Gwen said it was her favorite Shelby performance. Adam said you have driven me so crazy, and she said, the feeling is mutual. Adam told everyone to vote her through because she deserves to be in the finale.

Team Gwen: Jeffery Austin sang Believe by Cher-- I loved this performance, he took a meaningless song, and made it important. I loved the vocal interpretation, I loved how he made this a classic ballad. Jeffery does deserve to be here, and I hope he moves on to the finals. Gwen said obviously he is going through to final, vote for this guy please.

Team Gwen: Braiden Sunshine sang Amazing Grace-- I think Braiden did a great job, I think what this comes down to is that everyone cannot get through and therefore it's going to come down to who is the strongest and most relevant. Adam said your journey on the show has been so unique. You've proven you can do anything. Pharrell said this kid has given so much hope to younger kids. Gwen said to watch you get up there, you did this so beautifully. It was so spiritual.

Team Blake: Zach Saebaugh sang The Climb by Miley Cyrus-- I love the sincerity of Zach's vocals and his performance, I really felt that what came from him tonight was genuine. What a beautiful and strong vocal, when he said keep the faith, I believed him. Gwen said that was so good and that was one of my favorite songs ever. I have a feeling that you are going through for sure. Adam said everyone tonight is so special and poised tonight. Blake said whatever happens, that was your best performance of the season.

Team Pharrell: Madi Davis sang Big Girls Don't Cry by Four Seasons-- I like Madi but I didn't think that there was enough to this song and this performance to keep her in the competition. She sang "big girls don't cry" over and over again. Adam liked that this was expected and called it awesome. Blake called it a Disney movie.

Team Blake: Emily Ann Roberts sang 9 to 5 by Dolly Parton-- Gwen thought her vocal was crazy and loved the spunky side of her. Blake said if I was someone who owned a record company, I would be calling around for you. I too loved Emily Ann, I thought she was great, so engaging, and such a professional in terms of stage presence. I know I have mentioned that about other contestants but Emily has that in spades.

Team Adam: Amy Vachal sang To Make You Feel My Love by Bob Dylan-- I need to agree with Adam tonight, he always makes such good points. Amy shut down the entire audience she had tonight, everyone stopped to hear her perform and it was not disappointing, rather it was so beautiful. Pharrell said your voice seems like it is made of what clouds are made of. With all the crazy things going on in the world, we need your voice for clarity. Adam said we did what we wanted to do tonight, this room completely stopped and was silent. What you do is refreshingly raw and honest.

Team Adam: Jordan Smith sang Somebody to Love by Queen-- Oh my gosh, whenever I think I cannot be moved more by Jordan Smith, I am moved more. Jordan's vocals, his heart, his everything just transcend everything else. Adam was up screaming, pumping his fists, and he declared it a drop the mic moment, which it was. If Jordan does not get in, there is no justice in this world.

My prediction for the top 4........
Jordan Smith
Emily Ann Roberts
Amy Vachal
Zach Seabaugh





Monday, November 30, 2015

The Voice: Season 9 The Top 10 Try to Make the Semis

Team Gwen: Jeffery Austin sang Jealous by Labrinth-- I love this guy, I just felt the song went around in circles. The song wasn't my favorite, but Jeffery is amazing and I hope people appreciate him enough to vote him through. Gwen said we struggled to find a song for you, and it was perfect for you. I disagree Gwen, that was not a great song choice.

Team Blake: Emily Ann Roberts sang She's Got You by Patsy Cline-- This performance I am loving! Her voice is pitch perfect and so clear. Emily has such great performance quality, and she already seems like a country star. Coach Blake is on his feet! Pharrell said that was fantastic, and she sings with such an old soul. the fact that that is in a 17 year old girl is impressive. Adam said you were good when you started, now you're phenomenal. Blake said I have never had a better collaborator than working with Emily Ann.

Team Gwen: Braiden Sunshine sang Radioactive by Imagine Dragons-- I am very mixed on this performance. I like the idea of the song, and Braiden seemed genuinely excited to do it. That being said, I don't think he had the range or dynamics to make the vocal really pop. Gwen said every week you improve and you were so relaxed tonight, everybody loves you.

Team Adam: Shelby Brown sang Go Rest High on That Mountain by Vince Gill-- Very heartfelt and authentic performance from Shelby. She does seem to get stronger as a competitor every week. Pharrell said this was her best performance, and she connected to the intention of the person who wrote the song.

Team Gwen: Korin Bukowski sang Same Old Love by Selena Gomez-- I actually really like this performance, and I feel like Korin improved immensely from one week to the next. She really stepped it up in terms of performance value an vocals. There was a lot more conviction and sass.

Team Adam: Amy Vachal sang Bye Bye Bye by NSYNC-- Adam said the way you sing these songs is creative and you should be rewarded. I didn't love this as much as I loved Hotline Bling but this was good. Amy should move through to the Semis.

Team Adam: Jordan Smith sang Hallelujah by Jeff Buckley-- Wow, I loved all the personal touches that Jordan put into that performance and vocal. Once again, everyone is on their feet, and so rightfully so. Jordan, if that doesn't hit number one, I do not know what will. Blake said every time you get on the stage we have the same response. Pharrell said there is not much we can do to compliment what you do, the best word to describe it is effortless. Adam said I had a taping of this I was watching and it literally gave me chills. You lift me every time I hear you sing, it is an experience. You are beyond what I ask for and you astonish me every single day.

Team Blake: Zach Seabaugh sang Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Queen-- Zach is a natural born performer and vocalist. I feel like he and Emily Ann should be co-headlining their own tour. The vocals were so good, I could see him on Broadway, I could see him doing his own country album. I think sky is the limit for him. Adam said it is a shame you have no confidence, awesome job. Blake said I don't think we have ever heard the screaming from girls we have heard here before. I am going out on a limb here but I will see you in the finale.

Team Pharrell: Madi Davis sang Girls Just Want to Have Fun by Cyndi Lauper-- Blake and Pharrell on their feet. The vocal just blew the roof off the place. Madi sounded amazing, and her interpretation was so different. Adam said it is amazing to see how far everyone has some, weird, awesome version of the song... really beautiful. Gwen said you're amazing and talented, and I want to buy your album. Blake said I am about to download that. Pharrell said that was sick.

Team Blake: Barrett Baber sang I Just Want to Lay You Down by Conway Twitty-- I think this was one of my fave Barrett performances because it was super controlled on the vocal yet powerful. Adam said that was my fave performance from you in a while, it really went back to your roots, it was real and it was you. Blake said top ten on Itunes, I have never heard you sing better than that. What a great moment.

My prediction: Someone from Team Gwen is going home




Monday, November 23, 2015

The Top 11 Live! Season 9 The Voice

Team Adam: Shelby Brown sang You and I by Lady Gaga-- Dynamite song choice and amazing vocal. I was so impressed with Shelby tonight, I think Adam knows she nailed this, her voice was so good throughout all those big parts. Blake said that was my favorite performance from you so far. Pharrell said you came out like a cannon, you were comfortable with this performance. Gwen said she felt that was one of her songs. Adam said Shelby, you're the best.

Team Pharrell: Evan McKeel sang Smile by Charlie Chaplin-- I feel like besides Evan having such a great voice, he also seems like such a great person. There is something so genuine and like-able about Evan, it's quite special. Gwen said it was her favorite Evan performance. Blake said he is such a professional, Pharrell said he sounded great like always, but he let people in, and he feels like he really connected with people.

Team Blake: Barrett Baber sang Delta Dawn by Tanya Tucker-- I enjoyed his vocal. I am unsure whether or not I feel that song was special enough for people to remember it. He is strong enough as a performer, powerful enough as a vocalist. Adam said you're awesome, energetic, a showman, very fun. Blake said you took as all to church. #StorageWars

Team Gwen: Korin Bukowski sang Only Hope by Mandy Moore-- I think she may have saved herself. I believed her performance, and I believed every single word. That was genuine and heartfelt, and she should be really proud of how she stepped up. Adam praised her individuality and said he is proud of her. Pharrell said you recognize the importance of being yourself. Gwen said she is so happy for her.

Team Adam: Amy Vachal sang Blank Space by Taylor Swift-- Amy is just so special, I loved the way she and Adam flipped this song. It honestly sounded like this was her song because it was just so different from the original. Her vocal was perfect too, not too much, but just enough. Blake said I love the flips you guys are doing, and I thought this was my favorite one because I could hear the bottom part of your voice, great singing sis. Pharrell said the performance framed her voice so well, go on Itunes and buy this. Adam said the way you won this season is by taking your own approach on songs. I love your artistry, I'm so proud.

Team Blake: Zach Seabaugh sang Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not by Thompson Square-- I just feel like every time I watch and hear Zach perform that I am at his concert. Blake is on his feet and as he should be, this was genius yet again. Gwen said perfect song for you, I am a huge fan of yours. Adam said, it's a shame the girls don't like you. You have the chops, and you can sing, it kinda pisses me off a little. Blake said he thinks there is a little bit of Elvis in him, and great vocals tonight.

Team Pharrell: Madi Davis sang Love is Blindness by U2-- The vocal was haunting, but yet so real,  I think I need to echo Adam's sentiment and say that I did not realize she had that in her. I loved it. Adam loved it and said it was amazing, and that he didn't know that she had it in her. Blake said that was the best performance of the night so far. Pharrell walked onto the stage to give her a hug when the performance was over. He said that was so amazing.

Team Gwen: Braiden Sunshine sang True by Spandau Ballet-- I think he honestly did as best he could with that song. I agree with Blake, it was an odd song choice. However, I do like the pairing between Braiden and Gwen. I thought that there were a lot of good moments in that song but whether or not that will get him through is another story. Pharrell said the big note in the middle of the song was crazy, there's so much control in your voice. Gwen said I am just blown away by you, and I love you.

Team Adam: Jordan Smith sang Who You Are by Jessie J-- Jordan did it again! I think I held my breath for his entire performance. I could tell that the lyric genuinely spoke not only to Jordan but so many other people. Adam was on his feet, Jordan's mom was crying. Pharrell said it is so effortless when you sing, people feel it, and they feel your intention. Gwen said it is hard to speak after that, how great is it for you to use your gift like that, I am so happy for you. Adam said Jordan has an insecurity and he doesn't think he is as good at performing as everyone else. But he said, Jordan, you are one of the best performers I know because you sing like you do, and you sing with so much conviction that you keep everyone listening, everyone is mesmerized by you.

Team Blake: Emily Ann Roberts sang Why Not Me by The Judds-- I think whether or not Emily Ann wins this, she is going to have a definite career in music. I loved the arrangement. Pharrell said you have a super classic feel, your runs are so clean, and who are you? Blake said you are going to be around for a long time. She just did a blue grass version of a Judds song live on national television.

Team Gwen: Jeffery Austin sang Dancing on My Own by Robyn-- Another extremely believable vocal. This is a song I have loved since it came home, and to hear this version of was really exciting. Jeffery's vocals were on point, and I think he really showed some emotion in this performance because I was totally feeling him. Adam said I always look forward to hearing you sing, there's something about your voice, you can't teach the unique quality you have. Blake said Jeffrey could win The Voice. Gwen said I love you, I'm blown away, you moved me to tears, I am so grateful to know you and be a part of this.