Team Blake: Chris Kroeze sang Sweet Home Alabama by Lynyrd Skynyrd-- I loved this performance! This is the song that I have been wanting him to do all season and he did not disappoint. The coaches were all on their feet and I think each of them brought up his rad guitar playing skills.
Team Kelly: Chevel Shepherd sang It's A Little Too Late by Tanya Tucker-- Adam said he has always thought that she has a special and classic voice.
Team Blake: Kirk Jay sang Defenseless-- J Hud said you belong in this industry. I want to buy every album. Blake said Kirk I love you dude. The most important thing I heard from Jennifer is that you made her a country fan. Kirk is the real deal. I totally agree, he has a special voice.
Team Jennifer: Kennedy Holmes sang Love is Free-- The song was really cool, it seemed a little old for someone so young, but she sounded great. Kelly said she loved the 90s vibe. J Hud liked that she came into her own as an artist.
Blake and Kirk sang You Look So Good in Love by George Strait
Jennifer and Kennedy sang Home from The Wiz
Team Blake: Chris sang Human-- Many called it the performance of the night and the perfect song for him. Chris has been the most streamed artist numerous times this season on the voice and performances like that prove why.
Kelly and Chevel sang Rockin with the Rhythm of the Rain by the Judds
Blake and Chris sang Two More Bottles of Wine by Emmylou Harris
Team Blake: Kirk sang I Won't Let Go by Rascal Flatts-- Adam said your voice stands out and that is one of the most valuable things as a singer. Blake said I believe in my heart that you are going to change country music. I personally am obsessed with that song, and love it. It is tough to sing and he navigated it perfectly.
Team Kelly: Chevel sang Broken Hearts-- Adam said he cannot believe how young Chevel is. Kelly was crying because she was so touched by Chevel's performance.
Team Jennifer: Kennedy sang Confident by Demi Lovato-- Jennifer said Kennedy just turned 14, you were a true professional . I thought Beyonce was up there. This was a performance that I like to call an exclamation point performance.
Performances of the night-- Home the duet between Kennedy and J. Hud, Chris Kroeze singing Human, Kirk singing I Won't Let Go by his Idols Rascal Flatts, and Chevel Shepherd singing some Tanya Tucker.
I think Chris is a safe bet to win, but I could honestly see any of the country artists taking this. I think Kennedy finishes in 4th place.
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Tuesday, December 18, 2018
Thursday, October 25, 2018
The Voice Season 15: Can You Stand the Rain? The Battles Come to a Close
Team Kelly: Sarah Grace vs. Erika Zade singing No Roots by Alice Merton-- I did not like the song choice at all. Blake said Erika you have a softer voice whereas Sarah has that attack. Kelly said they both have such different approaches.
Kelly chose Sarah Grace
Team Blake: Kayley Hill vs. Kameron Marlowe singing I Only Wanna Be With You by Hootie and the Blowfish-- J. Hud finds Kameron so sincere when he sings. Kelly would have chosen Kayley. Adam said Kayley you're mega talented but Kameron you were free-er. I'd go with Kameron. I actually agree with J. Hud and Adam--- Kayley came across as a little bit superficial to me. Kameron was genuine and he sings with meaning which is somewhat absent from music today.
Team Kelly: Claire DeJean vs. Josh Davis singing All This Love by JP Cooper-- Kelly chose Claire
Team Blake: Caeland Garner vs. Kirk Jay singing Let it Rain by David Niall-- Blake chose Kirk
Team Jennifer: Kennedy Holmes vs. Lela singing Battlefield by Jordin Sparks-- Jennifer chose Kennedy
Team Adam: Deandre Nico vs. Funsho singing Can You Stand the Rain by New Edition-- Cee Lo said that the song should not lose the integrity of the original. OMG! These two took me way back. Best battle EVER! Enough said. I love how they were so passionate and so supportive of each other. Adam said it looks like you became friends, and that makes the best music. You stepped up and we made one of the best battles of the season.
Adam chose Deandre, OMG someone steal Funsho!Yes, Blake saved Funsho!!! :)
Going into the Knockouts my front-runners from tonight are obviously DeAndre and Funsho but I am interested to see how Kameron holds up in this and not really getting to see Kennedy and Kirk who I considered front-runners going into the battles will be interesting.
Kelly chose Sarah Grace
Team Blake: Kayley Hill vs. Kameron Marlowe singing I Only Wanna Be With You by Hootie and the Blowfish-- J. Hud finds Kameron so sincere when he sings. Kelly would have chosen Kayley. Adam said Kayley you're mega talented but Kameron you were free-er. I'd go with Kameron. I actually agree with J. Hud and Adam--- Kayley came across as a little bit superficial to me. Kameron was genuine and he sings with meaning which is somewhat absent from music today.
Team Kelly: Claire DeJean vs. Josh Davis singing All This Love by JP Cooper-- Kelly chose Claire
Team Blake: Caeland Garner vs. Kirk Jay singing Let it Rain by David Niall-- Blake chose Kirk
Team Jennifer: Kennedy Holmes vs. Lela singing Battlefield by Jordin Sparks-- Jennifer chose Kennedy
Team Adam: Deandre Nico vs. Funsho singing Can You Stand the Rain by New Edition-- Cee Lo said that the song should not lose the integrity of the original. OMG! These two took me way back. Best battle EVER! Enough said. I love how they were so passionate and so supportive of each other. Adam said it looks like you became friends, and that makes the best music. You stepped up and we made one of the best battles of the season.
Adam chose Deandre, OMG someone steal Funsho!Yes, Blake saved Funsho!!! :)
Going into the Knockouts my front-runners from tonight are obviously DeAndre and Funsho but I am interested to see how Kameron holds up in this and not really getting to see Kennedy and Kirk who I considered front-runners going into the battles will be interesting.
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
The Voice Season 15: The Blinds Are Drippin' In Finesse
Caeland Garner sang Dancing in the Moonlight by King Harvest-- This was a toned down performance of Dancing in the Moonlight. I definitely would have liked to see more dynamics. Blake is right when he said your voice sounds like it comes from a different time. He does seem like a 70s throwback artist. Jennifer thought he had a beautiful instrument. Jen and Blake were the only ones to turn. Caeland knows Red Marlowe who was Team Blake not too long ago, so of course.....
Caeland chose Blake
Madison Cain sang You Oughta Know by Alanis Morrissette-- She grew up in a musical family; her dad was the keyboarder for Journey! I love this song choice but this needed to be sung like Kelly said, with some abandon. It needed to be dirtied up a little bit. This song is angry and reckless!
Madison didn't get a chair turn but she did make it to the comeback stage!
Lela sang Miami by Camilla Cabello-- Lela, she is young, it's impressive that she has such a good tone. Being bilingual in music is so essential right now and she did that effortlessly. She definitely has some work to do if she wants to keep up with some of the experienced artists but the has the goods. Kelly and J. Hud turned for her. Jenn asked if she dances and she said she does. Kelly encouraged her to keep singing in Spanish.
Lela chose Jennifer
Cody Ray Raymond sang Born Under a Bad Sign by Albert King-- Okay, so I will say I was not crazy about it. Jennifer liked how soulful he was. Kelly liked his runs and how effortless he sounded. He says his musical taste is Seattle bands from the 90s, and Adam says he regrets not turning. I think he and Adam would have been a great match. Cody also says he is influenced a lot by Boyz II Men.
Cody chose Kelly
Jake Wells sang When the Stars Go Blue by Ryan Adams-- This was my performance of the night! Jake's voice is just pretty! He has vulnerability, emotion when he sings; there is something special about him. He sings gospel music and sings in church with his family. I low key panicked a little bit cause the end of his performance came up and no one was turning, but of course, Adam saved the day and turned. Adam said you're so different and to not reward that is the antithesis of what The Voice is all about. J. Hud talked about the layers in his voice. She said good on Adam for turning around and not missing that, not letting his voice slip through the cracks. I love how humble she is!
Adam chose Jake
Abby Cates sang Scars to Your Beautiful by Alessia Cara-- Abby has a gorgeous tone to her voice, she does sound like Tori Kelly like Kelly said. Kelly was the only one who turned for her. I am actually surprised she was only a one chair turn, she might be a surprise in this competition.
Kelly chose Abby
Funsho sang Finesse by Bruno Mars-- This definitely should have been a 4 chair turn! Blake didn't turn. Adam was first out, then Jenn, and Kelly. Funsho made this song his own which is so hard because Bruno Mars is such a stylized artist, and it is not easy to sing anything he does. I loved his big notes, I loved his falsetto. This was so good! Adam said Bruno is one of the greatest singers, your vocal is so complete, you literally have it all. Adam said I led and they followed. Kelly said I loved that you did such a good job making that song your own. Jenn said your voice did not get lost in the music, that's what made me turn my chair.
Funsho chose Adam because he is a HUGE fan
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Caeland chose Blake
Madison Cain sang You Oughta Know by Alanis Morrissette-- She grew up in a musical family; her dad was the keyboarder for Journey! I love this song choice but this needed to be sung like Kelly said, with some abandon. It needed to be dirtied up a little bit. This song is angry and reckless!
Madison didn't get a chair turn but she did make it to the comeback stage!
Lela sang Miami by Camilla Cabello-- Lela, she is young, it's impressive that she has such a good tone. Being bilingual in music is so essential right now and she did that effortlessly. She definitely has some work to do if she wants to keep up with some of the experienced artists but the has the goods. Kelly and J. Hud turned for her. Jenn asked if she dances and she said she does. Kelly encouraged her to keep singing in Spanish.
Lela chose Jennifer
Cody Ray Raymond sang Born Under a Bad Sign by Albert King-- Okay, so I will say I was not crazy about it. Jennifer liked how soulful he was. Kelly liked his runs and how effortless he sounded. He says his musical taste is Seattle bands from the 90s, and Adam says he regrets not turning. I think he and Adam would have been a great match. Cody also says he is influenced a lot by Boyz II Men.
Cody chose Kelly
Jake Wells sang When the Stars Go Blue by Ryan Adams-- This was my performance of the night! Jake's voice is just pretty! He has vulnerability, emotion when he sings; there is something special about him. He sings gospel music and sings in church with his family. I low key panicked a little bit cause the end of his performance came up and no one was turning, but of course, Adam saved the day and turned. Adam said you're so different and to not reward that is the antithesis of what The Voice is all about. J. Hud talked about the layers in his voice. She said good on Adam for turning around and not missing that, not letting his voice slip through the cracks. I love how humble she is!
Adam chose Jake
Abby Cates sang Scars to Your Beautiful by Alessia Cara-- Abby has a gorgeous tone to her voice, she does sound like Tori Kelly like Kelly said. Kelly was the only one who turned for her. I am actually surprised she was only a one chair turn, she might be a surprise in this competition.
Kelly chose Abby
Funsho sang Finesse by Bruno Mars-- This definitely should have been a 4 chair turn! Blake didn't turn. Adam was first out, then Jenn, and Kelly. Funsho made this song his own which is so hard because Bruno Mars is such a stylized artist, and it is not easy to sing anything he does. I loved his big notes, I loved his falsetto. This was so good! Adam said Bruno is one of the greatest singers, your vocal is so complete, you literally have it all. Adam said I led and they followed. Kelly said I loved that you did such a good job making that song your own. Jenn said your voice did not get lost in the music, that's what made me turn my chair.
Funsho chose Adam because he is a HUGE fan
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Sunday, September 30, 2018
The Voice Season 15: The Blinds Night 2 Prove The Thrill Is Not Gone
Claire DeJean sang Hurt Somebody by Noah Kalan and Julia Michaels-- Props to Blake and Kelly for turning. Claire seemed shaky several times during her audition but one thing she does have, is tons of potential. I could really see her growing in this competition with the right coach. To be honest, Blake or Kelly would really suit her.
Claire chose Kelly
Franc West sang Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay by Otis Redding-- Franc's voice is very bluesy and soulful. Blake's thoughts were correct-- he sounds like he has an accomplished and experienced voice. Adam asked Jennifer what was going through her head and why she turned. She said the smokiness and the rasp in his voice, and then when she turned around he had a look of his own. This was definitely a good choice!
Jennifer chose Franc
Michael Lee sang The Thrill is Gone by B.B. King-- Michael is singing one of my personal favorite songs! I am a HUGE B.B. King fan. Him singing that song the way he did, and playing the way he did, is unexpected. He will stand out on this show, and especially if this is the direction he wants to go in. Adam turned first, followed by J. Hud who threw her shoe, and Blake turned at the last minute. Kelly was immediately regretful that she did not turn, especially when she found out he was from Texas. She said, "oh you're bad". Blake said this would be a match made in heaven, you deserved all the button pushes you could get. Adam said the song choice says a lot about what kind of artist you want to be.
Michael chose Blake
Ele Ivory did not get a chair turn but she did get chosen for Kelsea's comeback team
DeAndre Nico sang When I Was Your Man by Bruno Mars-- DeAndre has an undoubtedly strong voice, but then there is a tender part along with an amazing falsetto. I think that's what got Blake to turn at the end. Adam turned first, way before everyone else! J Hud turned, then Blake, and Kelly came in right at the end. Adam said I heard the greatness early, I pressed like a minute before everyone else, you're amazing, and now that they've made it personal, I am going to fight even harder. Kelly said I loved the big beautiful notes you were hitting. J Hud said she loved the range, the way his voice soars, the depth, the soul, and his look. DeAndre said, what you got to say Blake? Blake said you have so much skill, and you could go with any of these other people, or you could go with the winningest coach in Voice History.
DeAndre chose Adam
These 4 contestants are all potential underdogs in this competition. I can see them flying under the radar to the live shows if they all work hard and do their homework.
Claire chose Kelly
Franc West sang Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay by Otis Redding-- Franc's voice is very bluesy and soulful. Blake's thoughts were correct-- he sounds like he has an accomplished and experienced voice. Adam asked Jennifer what was going through her head and why she turned. She said the smokiness and the rasp in his voice, and then when she turned around he had a look of his own. This was definitely a good choice!
Jennifer chose Franc
Michael Lee sang The Thrill is Gone by B.B. King-- Michael is singing one of my personal favorite songs! I am a HUGE B.B. King fan. Him singing that song the way he did, and playing the way he did, is unexpected. He will stand out on this show, and especially if this is the direction he wants to go in. Adam turned first, followed by J. Hud who threw her shoe, and Blake turned at the last minute. Kelly was immediately regretful that she did not turn, especially when she found out he was from Texas. She said, "oh you're bad". Blake said this would be a match made in heaven, you deserved all the button pushes you could get. Adam said the song choice says a lot about what kind of artist you want to be.
Michael chose Blake
Ele Ivory did not get a chair turn but she did get chosen for Kelsea's comeback team
DeAndre Nico sang When I Was Your Man by Bruno Mars-- DeAndre has an undoubtedly strong voice, but then there is a tender part along with an amazing falsetto. I think that's what got Blake to turn at the end. Adam turned first, way before everyone else! J Hud turned, then Blake, and Kelly came in right at the end. Adam said I heard the greatness early, I pressed like a minute before everyone else, you're amazing, and now that they've made it personal, I am going to fight even harder. Kelly said I loved the big beautiful notes you were hitting. J Hud said she loved the range, the way his voice soars, the depth, the soul, and his look. DeAndre said, what you got to say Blake? Blake said you have so much skill, and you could go with any of these other people, or you could go with the winningest coach in Voice History.
DeAndre chose Adam
These 4 contestants are all potential underdogs in this competition. I can see them flying under the radar to the live shows if they all work hard and do their homework.
Monday, December 18, 2017
The Voice Season 13: O' Holy Night-- The Final Four Sing Tonight
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang Humble and Kind by Tim McGraw-- In a way, I liked that the vocal wasn't perfect. It made the performance more genuine and personal. I thought the song choice was smart and touching. Jennifer said never allow someone's ugly to mess up your beautiful. Adam said every time you get up there you make me proud and blow me away.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang her original song Wish I Didn't Love You-- Blake said think of every superstar in music, they don't think or sound like anybody else. This is a superstar.
Blake and Red duet on I'm Gonna Miss Her
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang her original song What is Beautiful-- I loved the message of the song, but it did get a little bit sleepy and repetitive. Adam echoed that he loved the partnership between Brooke and Miley and that she is beautiful. Miley said you are a necessary artist.
Adam and Addison duet on Falling Slowly
Miley and Brooke duet on Wrecking Ball
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang his original song I Pray-- Jen commended him for singing a song called I Pray, she said she has always been a fan of his. Blake said the reason you're here is the simple relatability to what you do on stage. You're a country star. Wow, I agree with both comments, Red's song was so special. His delivery was simple, yet genuine and powerful.
Blake and Chloe duet on You Got It
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang To Make You Feel My Love by Bob Dylan/ Garth Brooks-- This song was so perfect for Red to sing tonight. I just think that whether or not he wins this competition, he deserves to be a country star, a music star. I loved it. Blake was on his feet and said Red blew him way. I could not agree more.
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang O Holy Night-- Her vocals were stunning, that was absolutely flawless. The song was just perfect for her. Jennifer said that was a gift to us all. Miley said not only were you beautiful but your voice was beautiful.
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang her original song Tennessee Rain-- Addison's song was so gorgeous lyrically and never mind how great the vocal was. Adam spoke about not only Addison the artist and Voice contestant but who she is as a person. He said that young girls should aspire to be like her.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang Bette Davis Eyes-- This is Chloe's best performance of the night, so it's great that she ended with this. That being said, it was an odd song to end the show with. I suppose though, that it's very much within Chloe's style.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang her original song Wish I Didn't Love You-- Blake said think of every superstar in music, they don't think or sound like anybody else. This is a superstar.
Blake and Red duet on I'm Gonna Miss Her
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang her original song What is Beautiful-- I loved the message of the song, but it did get a little bit sleepy and repetitive. Adam echoed that he loved the partnership between Brooke and Miley and that she is beautiful. Miley said you are a necessary artist.
Adam and Addison duet on Falling Slowly
Miley and Brooke duet on Wrecking Ball
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang his original song I Pray-- Jen commended him for singing a song called I Pray, she said she has always been a fan of his. Blake said the reason you're here is the simple relatability to what you do on stage. You're a country star. Wow, I agree with both comments, Red's song was so special. His delivery was simple, yet genuine and powerful.
Blake and Chloe duet on You Got It
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang To Make You Feel My Love by Bob Dylan/ Garth Brooks-- This song was so perfect for Red to sing tonight. I just think that whether or not he wins this competition, he deserves to be a country star, a music star. I loved it. Blake was on his feet and said Red blew him way. I could not agree more.
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang O Holy Night-- Her vocals were stunning, that was absolutely flawless. The song was just perfect for her. Jennifer said that was a gift to us all. Miley said not only were you beautiful but your voice was beautiful.
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang her original song Tennessee Rain-- Addison's song was so gorgeous lyrically and never mind how great the vocal was. Adam spoke about not only Addison the artist and Voice contestant but who she is as a person. He said that young girls should aspire to be like her.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang Bette Davis Eyes-- This is Chloe's best performance of the night, so it's great that she ended with this. That being said, it was an odd song to end the show with. I suppose though, that it's very much within Chloe's style.
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
The Voice Season 13: Adam's Team was "Perfect" Tonight
Adam Cunningham sang Have a Little Faith in Me by Joe Cocker-- Adam is a star, he is such a performer, and how crazy was Blake letting him go? . J Hud said I felt your energy and your spirit. Blake said I'm not a fan of his but I am a fan of yours always.
COMEBACK CONTESTANT Whitney Fenimore sang If It Makes You Happy by Sheryl Crowe-- Blake felt she struggled with the front half of the song, but he hopes she moves forward. I agree, it seemed like she was having a pretty hard time staying on pitch. If she makes it forward I will be surprised.
Emily Luther sang Lovesong by The Cure (Adele cover)-- Emily Luther blew me away, what an impressive performance. Her voice was mesmerizing and captivating, I felt touched by that song, and she seemed to believe in it too which is so important. J Hud felt like it was a flawless performance and she felt her presence and personality. Adam called it amazing and said it shows people the soulful side of you.
Anthony Alexander sang Perfect by Ed Sherran-- This song fit his voice so well, and I felt like he took Adam's feedback well and worked on the song. I loved how he changed the second part of the song, and took some liberties there. It sounded authentic to him. Blake said I still detect a lot of nerves, but you are super talented. J Hud, your voice is so beautiful, and I felt like you were singing to me. Miley said you nailed it. Adam said you have a tremendous voice with tremendous potential.
Jon Mero sang When We Were Young by Adele-- Adam is going to have some tough choices tonight because that was another strong performance. Jon always taps into emotions. Blake said your voice is like a laser and it cuts through everything, you're more than ready for this. J Hud said everyone should be looking to have a moment like that on this stage. Adam said he did excellent..
Addison Agen sang Angel from Montgomery by John Prine-- That was such a heartfelt performance. All the coaches were rightfully on their feet, so beautiful. Blake said I love Addison, and Adam said too bad she's mine. Blake said you are both with the understanding of how to convey a lyrical message, and if you don't move forward, I'm gonna have someone cut Adam's breaks. J Hud said I want to learn everything about you. Adam said you're so special in a very profound way, I adore you.
My Picks: Emily, Addison, and either Adam or Anthony
Adam's Picks: Addison, Jon, Adam
COMEBACK CONTESTANT Whitney Fenimore sang If It Makes You Happy by Sheryl Crowe-- Blake felt she struggled with the front half of the song, but he hopes she moves forward. I agree, it seemed like she was having a pretty hard time staying on pitch. If she makes it forward I will be surprised.
Emily Luther sang Lovesong by The Cure (Adele cover)-- Emily Luther blew me away, what an impressive performance. Her voice was mesmerizing and captivating, I felt touched by that song, and she seemed to believe in it too which is so important. J Hud felt like it was a flawless performance and she felt her presence and personality. Adam called it amazing and said it shows people the soulful side of you.
Anthony Alexander sang Perfect by Ed Sherran-- This song fit his voice so well, and I felt like he took Adam's feedback well and worked on the song. I loved how he changed the second part of the song, and took some liberties there. It sounded authentic to him. Blake said I still detect a lot of nerves, but you are super talented. J Hud, your voice is so beautiful, and I felt like you were singing to me. Miley said you nailed it. Adam said you have a tremendous voice with tremendous potential.
Jon Mero sang When We Were Young by Adele-- Adam is going to have some tough choices tonight because that was another strong performance. Jon always taps into emotions. Blake said your voice is like a laser and it cuts through everything, you're more than ready for this. J Hud said everyone should be looking to have a moment like that on this stage. Adam said he did excellent..
Addison Agen sang Angel from Montgomery by John Prine-- That was such a heartfelt performance. All the coaches were rightfully on their feet, so beautiful. Blake said I love Addison, and Adam said too bad she's mine. Blake said you are both with the understanding of how to convey a lyrical message, and if you don't move forward, I'm gonna have someone cut Adam's breaks. J Hud said I want to learn everything about you. Adam said you're so special in a very profound way, I adore you.
My Picks: Emily, Addison, and either Adam or Anthony
Adam's Picks: Addison, Jon, Adam
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
The Voice Season 13: And it's a Wrap with the Blinds
Kristi Hoopes sang Heaven, Heartache, and the Power of Love by Trisha Yearwood-- Kristi is authentic country hippie, she has a lot of attitude and that sells her as a vocalist. Adam said you would be the only country artist on my team. Jenn and Blake turned as well. Blake sold himself as the real deal country artist. Kristi said in her heart and soul she had to pick Blake.
Kristi chose Blake, his team is full
Michael Kight sang Sugar by Maroon 5-- Adam was the only one who turned, clearly this was meant to be. I thought Michael's falsetto was a little shaky but it's nothing Adam can't fix. His bluesy rendition of the song was cool.
Adam chose Michael
Jeremiah Miller sang Slow Hands by Niall Horan-- I was unimpressed with this. I like this song but the interpretation fell short for me. Adam and Jenn turned and Jenn said she won The Voice U.K. last year.
Jeremiah chose Jenn, her team is full
Megan Rose sang Ode to Billie Joe by Bobbie Gentry-- Megan has a calming voice, I'd like to hear her sing something that tells a better story. Miley and Adam turned, both vying to get Megan on their team. Miley says she could have the first all girl team in Voice history! Adam is no match for this.
Megan chose Miley, her all girl team is full!
Gary Carpentier sang Home by Michael Buble-- Peformance was a little bit ordinary but the passion is definitely there. Gary's fiance breaks down crying backstage when Adam turns and Gary almost loses it on stage. He does have a smooth, full voice.
Adam chose Gary and Team Adam is full
Kristi chose Blake, his team is full
Michael Kight sang Sugar by Maroon 5-- Adam was the only one who turned, clearly this was meant to be. I thought Michael's falsetto was a little shaky but it's nothing Adam can't fix. His bluesy rendition of the song was cool.
Adam chose Michael
Jeremiah Miller sang Slow Hands by Niall Horan-- I was unimpressed with this. I like this song but the interpretation fell short for me. Adam and Jenn turned and Jenn said she won The Voice U.K. last year.
Jeremiah chose Jenn, her team is full
Megan Rose sang Ode to Billie Joe by Bobbie Gentry-- Megan has a calming voice, I'd like to hear her sing something that tells a better story. Miley and Adam turned, both vying to get Megan on their team. Miley says she could have the first all girl team in Voice history! Adam is no match for this.
Megan chose Miley, her all girl team is full!
Gary Carpentier sang Home by Michael Buble-- Peformance was a little bit ordinary but the passion is definitely there. Gary's fiance breaks down crying backstage when Adam turns and Gary almost loses it on stage. He does have a smooth, full voice.
Adam chose Gary and Team Adam is full
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
The Voice Season 14: Invincible Performers on the Blinds Tonight!
Anthony Alexander sang Redbone by Childish Gambino-- I am so upset Blake didn't push! He deserved 4 chairs. Anthony's voice is so good. His falsetto is so good, and there was a lot of soul and style in his voice. Jenn saw shades of Prince. Miley said that they are not far off from each other. Adam said his vision is so right and he is so sincere. Adam said I want to help you improve your falsetto and I am so passionate about you.
Anthony chose Adam
Sophia Bollman sang Invincible by Kelly Clarkson-- Blake and Miley turned. Interesting! Where was J Hud on this? Blake said you have an incredible pop voice. Miley said there were some moments that weren't as strong but she has definite range. Sophia said Blake would be such a cool dad.
Sophia chose Miley
Karli Webster sang You're So Vain by Carly Simon-- Adam and Miley turned right away. She has a unique sound, and her voice is a little bit old school. I am curious as to what she will sound like singing a more contemporary song. Adam said the spirit of Carly Simon was in your performance, I believe you could go all the way. Miley said she'd like to take 70s songs and make them current.
Karli chose Miley
Stephan Marcellus sang Take Me to Church by Hozier--This was a hot mess at the beginning, but J Hud turned around and saved the day!
Jenn chose Stephan
Emily Luther sang Summertime by Ella Fitzgerald-- Another should have been 4 chair turn! Where was Miley? She was so authentic and true to who she is. Her voice was so throwback. Adam said he was so mesmerized that he almost forgot to push. Jenn felt like she had a great balance of everything. Blake said he really got into that performance, and he wanted a martini. No one has anyone like you on their team.
Emily chose Adam
Look out for Anthony and Emily, they are gonna be major factors in this competition.
Anthony chose Adam
Sophia Bollman sang Invincible by Kelly Clarkson-- Blake and Miley turned. Interesting! Where was J Hud on this? Blake said you have an incredible pop voice. Miley said there were some moments that weren't as strong but she has definite range. Sophia said Blake would be such a cool dad.
Sophia chose Miley
Karli Webster sang You're So Vain by Carly Simon-- Adam and Miley turned right away. She has a unique sound, and her voice is a little bit old school. I am curious as to what she will sound like singing a more contemporary song. Adam said the spirit of Carly Simon was in your performance, I believe you could go all the way. Miley said she'd like to take 70s songs and make them current.
Karli chose Miley
Stephan Marcellus sang Take Me to Church by Hozier--This was a hot mess at the beginning, but J Hud turned around and saved the day!
Jenn chose Stephan
Emily Luther sang Summertime by Ella Fitzgerald-- Another should have been 4 chair turn! Where was Miley? She was so authentic and true to who she is. Her voice was so throwback. Adam said he was so mesmerized that he almost forgot to push. Jenn felt like she had a great balance of everything. Blake said he really got into that performance, and he wanted a martini. No one has anyone like you on their team.
Emily chose Adam
Look out for Anthony and Emily, they are gonna be major factors in this competition.
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
The Voice Season 14: I Can't Stop Loving the Blinds!
Keisha Renae sang I Can't Stop Loving You by Ray Charles-- 4 chair turn, but I didn't think it was justifiable. I want her to prove to me she is worthy of 4 chairs. I found the vocal pitchy and I did not love the song choice for her. I actually found the performance boring. Jennifer said you create your own lane and that's what I wanna help you do. Blake said I love you. Miley said I was raised in Nashville and I can help you blend country and pop.
Keisha chose Blake
Dylan Gerard sang Say You Won't Let Go by James Arthur-- Adam and Jennifer turned for him. I thought this was a strong vocal. I am not a fan of this song, but I tried hard to judge it on his voice. Adam liked his cool vibe, and Jennifer sees a lot of potential with him. She asked him to take the vocal up a half step and it honestly sounded amazing. Despite Jen's coaching .....
Dylan chose Adam
Maharasyi sang Tell Me Something Good by Chaka Kahn-- Jennifer and Miley turned, and Jen did a demo of her coaching skills which sealed the deal for Maharasyi. I think she had a good voice, definitely a soul singer. She needs to work on stage presence and song choice. This song choice was a little strange.
Maharasyi chose Jennifer
Marlo Wells sang Love Me Now by John Legend-- This is someone who actually deserved a chair and didn't get one. I loved the liberties he took with the song. I am not a huge fan of the John Legend version and I found myself liking this version. Jennifer said I am so shamed, I cannot even look at you sir.
Red Marlow sang Swingin' by John Anderson-- Miley and Blake turned, two country coaches. I would go with Blake if I was Red, but that's just me. Red met Blake years ago. Miley said my coaching will be about taking you to the top. Blake said let's not monkey around with this thing, let's do what's right. Red has an old school country style voice like a George Strait or Garth Brooks, I think he will have a strong following on this show because of his authenticity in terms of country music.
Red chose Blake
Ashland Craft sang You Are My Sunshine-- Her vocal is so strong! She is true county, similar to a Trisha Yearwood or Leann Rimes. There was a rasp in her voice that was so controlled. Adam said everything Miley has I have it too. Miley said Blake is the king of country, but I am the queen. Adam said I am not country, but I've been fighting this country fight for years, but I keep fighting. I think you're going to transcend the necessity to go to Blake's team. Blake said it's important to recognize your roots. Adam said this is so wrong that it could be right.
Ashland chose Miley
Ashland could have a big impact on this season..... will Miley keep her on her team?
Keisha chose Blake
Dylan Gerard sang Say You Won't Let Go by James Arthur-- Adam and Jennifer turned for him. I thought this was a strong vocal. I am not a fan of this song, but I tried hard to judge it on his voice. Adam liked his cool vibe, and Jennifer sees a lot of potential with him. She asked him to take the vocal up a half step and it honestly sounded amazing. Despite Jen's coaching .....
Dylan chose Adam
Maharasyi sang Tell Me Something Good by Chaka Kahn-- Jennifer and Miley turned, and Jen did a demo of her coaching skills which sealed the deal for Maharasyi. I think she had a good voice, definitely a soul singer. She needs to work on stage presence and song choice. This song choice was a little strange.
Maharasyi chose Jennifer
Marlo Wells sang Love Me Now by John Legend-- This is someone who actually deserved a chair and didn't get one. I loved the liberties he took with the song. I am not a huge fan of the John Legend version and I found myself liking this version. Jennifer said I am so shamed, I cannot even look at you sir.
Red Marlow sang Swingin' by John Anderson-- Miley and Blake turned, two country coaches. I would go with Blake if I was Red, but that's just me. Red met Blake years ago. Miley said my coaching will be about taking you to the top. Blake said let's not monkey around with this thing, let's do what's right. Red has an old school country style voice like a George Strait or Garth Brooks, I think he will have a strong following on this show because of his authenticity in terms of country music.
Red chose Blake
Ashland Craft sang You Are My Sunshine-- Her vocal is so strong! She is true county, similar to a Trisha Yearwood or Leann Rimes. There was a rasp in her voice that was so controlled. Adam said everything Miley has I have it too. Miley said Blake is the king of country, but I am the queen. Adam said I am not country, but I've been fighting this country fight for years, but I keep fighting. I think you're going to transcend the necessity to go to Blake's team. Blake said it's important to recognize your roots. Adam said this is so wrong that it could be right.
Ashland chose Miley
Ashland could have a big impact on this season..... will Miley keep her on her team?
Monday, February 25, 2013
2013 Oscar Observations
Awesome moments of the night:
Seth MacFarlane was great as Oscar host. He was funny, but not over the top or inappropriate funny, engaging, understanding, and who knew that he could sing, dance, and act. I'd love to see him back again as host.
Octavia Spencer presenting the Supporting Actor Oscar to Christoph Waltz. She looked beautiful and his award was well deserved.
The "Avengers", Robert Downey Jr., Samuel L. Jackson, Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner, and Chris Evans reuniting on stage was so fun, but where was Scarlett Johansson and Chris Hemsworth?
How special when Halle Berry came out dressed like a "Bond" girl herself to celebrate 50 years of James Bond, and even more special when Shirley Bassey came out at the age of 76 to belt out her "Bond" song, "Goldfinger". Halle looked amazing, and Shirley sounded amazing. Just as a side note, it would have been really cool if they brought all the men who played James Bond and united them on stage.
It was very touching when Inocente won Documentary Short and it was revealed on stage that the woman in the film was poor one year ago. On such a star filled night, it really brought us back to reality, and to see her on that stage with this sense of relief and gratefulness was quite the thing.
Loved when John Travolta came out and introduced that tribute to musical movies..... Catherine Zeta Jones singing All That Jazz, Jennifer Hudson singing And I Am Telling You, and the cast of Les Miserables singing I Dreamed a Dream........Wow, they all brought down the house. That is talent!
The bit between Mark Wahlberg and Ted was hilarious.
Anne Hathaway winning was not a surprise, but clearly she needed a bra. There was a lot coming through the dress. I'm blushing.
Everyone was waiting for it, and Adele did not disappoint singing her Bond song, Skyfall. She sparkled and it was just a magical moment. The lyrics in particular were just effortlessly phrased. Her winning with Paul Epworth just topped it all off.
Quentin Tarantino's win for Original Screenplay for Django Unchained must have shut up a lot of critics and what I loved about it was how he complimented the work of everyone writing movies today. He also thanked his cast for getting it right, and you could tell that they were touched by his acknowledgement that he had chosen exactly the right people for his movie.
Jennifer Lawrence winning and tripping on her way up the stairs, it made the moment so real, and it reinforced her realness. At the age of 22, we're going to see so much more Jen Lawrence.
Daniel Day Lewis' speech was moving. I loved how he congratulated the other nominees in the category, his sense of humor was well timed, and what topped it all off was when he thanked Steven Spielberg and Abraham Lincoln himself for being the man that he was.
Jack Nicholson, in rare form as always, partnered with an elated Michelle Obama to present the Best Picture Oscar to Argo which was accepted by a stunned Ben Affleck, and a content George Clooney. I think out of all the speeches of the night, his speech really moved me the most. He managed to bring tears to my eyes when he talked about winning 15 years ago for Good Will Hunting and what that was like. Then he talked about his wife Jen Garner and his children, and some pieces of advice that he had. He said don't hold a grudge, it's hard, but don't hold a grudge, and when in your life you fall down, it's not about falling, it's about getting back up.
Seth MacFarlane was great as Oscar host. He was funny, but not over the top or inappropriate funny, engaging, understanding, and who knew that he could sing, dance, and act. I'd love to see him back again as host.
Octavia Spencer presenting the Supporting Actor Oscar to Christoph Waltz. She looked beautiful and his award was well deserved.
The "Avengers", Robert Downey Jr., Samuel L. Jackson, Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner, and Chris Evans reuniting on stage was so fun, but where was Scarlett Johansson and Chris Hemsworth?
How special when Halle Berry came out dressed like a "Bond" girl herself to celebrate 50 years of James Bond, and even more special when Shirley Bassey came out at the age of 76 to belt out her "Bond" song, "Goldfinger". Halle looked amazing, and Shirley sounded amazing. Just as a side note, it would have been really cool if they brought all the men who played James Bond and united them on stage.
It was very touching when Inocente won Documentary Short and it was revealed on stage that the woman in the film was poor one year ago. On such a star filled night, it really brought us back to reality, and to see her on that stage with this sense of relief and gratefulness was quite the thing.
Loved when John Travolta came out and introduced that tribute to musical movies..... Catherine Zeta Jones singing All That Jazz, Jennifer Hudson singing And I Am Telling You, and the cast of Les Miserables singing I Dreamed a Dream........Wow, they all brought down the house. That is talent!
The bit between Mark Wahlberg and Ted was hilarious.
Anne Hathaway winning was not a surprise, but clearly she needed a bra. There was a lot coming through the dress. I'm blushing.
Everyone was waiting for it, and Adele did not disappoint singing her Bond song, Skyfall. She sparkled and it was just a magical moment. The lyrics in particular were just effortlessly phrased. Her winning with Paul Epworth just topped it all off.
Quentin Tarantino's win for Original Screenplay for Django Unchained must have shut up a lot of critics and what I loved about it was how he complimented the work of everyone writing movies today. He also thanked his cast for getting it right, and you could tell that they were touched by his acknowledgement that he had chosen exactly the right people for his movie.
Jennifer Lawrence winning and tripping on her way up the stairs, it made the moment so real, and it reinforced her realness. At the age of 22, we're going to see so much more Jen Lawrence.
Daniel Day Lewis' speech was moving. I loved how he congratulated the other nominees in the category, his sense of humor was well timed, and what topped it all off was when he thanked Steven Spielberg and Abraham Lincoln himself for being the man that he was.
Jack Nicholson, in rare form as always, partnered with an elated Michelle Obama to present the Best Picture Oscar to Argo which was accepted by a stunned Ben Affleck, and a content George Clooney. I think out of all the speeches of the night, his speech really moved me the most. He managed to bring tears to my eyes when he talked about winning 15 years ago for Good Will Hunting and what that was like. Then he talked about his wife Jen Garner and his children, and some pieces of advice that he had. He said don't hold a grudge, it's hard, but don't hold a grudge, and when in your life you fall down, it's not about falling, it's about getting back up.
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