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
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Monday, November 30, 2015
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.
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.
Monday, November 16, 2015
The Top 12 Live! on The Voice Season 9
Team Gwen: Braiden Sunshine sang Renegade by Styx-- I think Braiden has a great voice and a ton of talent. I question the song selection and whether or not that was right for him. Adam said he loves watching Braiden and that being in a band since he was 9 is bad-ass. Blake echoed the sentiment. Pharrell said you can do anything you want. Gwen said he was confident he wanted to do a rock song, and she said she is proud of him and that he was so brave tonight.
Team Adam: Amy Vachal sang Hotline Bling by Drake-- Super hot performance! Adam's song choice was ingenious. Amy sounded amazing, it was understated but strong. Blake said that song is so big, even he knows it, and he said Gwen sang it to him on The Tonight Show. Pharrell said this is your moment, Amy, you always make songs yours, not many people have that ability. Gwen said, you look so pretty, amazing idea, I thought it was gorgeous. Adam said you made a brave choice in listening to me. You did something bold, I want that version of that song in my life.
Team Pharrell: Mark Hood sang Against All Odds by Phil Collins-- I loved all the vocal acrobatics Mark did throughout that song. I don't think it was necessarily the right song for him, but I felt like he gave it everything that he had. Adam said you want this badly, almost more than anyone. You have a great voice, but it's so inspiring to see you give 200% every time you come out on stage. Pharrell said you gave them another side to you, and you deserve to be here for another week.
Team Blake: Emily Ann Roberts sang Blame it on Your Heart by Patty Loveless-- I was not a huge Emily Ann fan, last week, I wanted Morgan Frazier in that top three for Team Blake more than anything, and now I watch Emily Ann this week, and I see amazing poise, maturity, and growth. I am glad she's there. Gwen said you are so good, it's like you're a star already. Adam said you're awesome, this person has grown up before our eyes. Blake said you've always been a great singer but now you're finding that out about yourself. You're treating this like it's your stage.
Team Gwen: Korin Bukowski sang Titanium by Sia-- I definitely felt like she rocked that lyric. It was very Korin. There was a little bit of pitchiness. Blake said you are so unassuming, and he thought she nailed the lyric. Pharrell said it was cool to see you live that moment. Gwen said that song was written for your life, beyond cool. At the end you nailed the vocals and showed your range.
Team Blake: Barrett Baber sang Right Here Waiting by Richard Marx-- I loved the country version of that song. Barrett just has a knockout voice, it's so strong, and emotional, and genuine. Adam said he loves how he attacks every song. He loves his determination and passion. Blake said what comes out of you is real, and you are a great singer.
Team Pharrell: Madi Davis sang Who Will Save Your Soul by Jewel-- I was half and half on that performance. The vocal was amazing at certain points, but at other points there were awkward breaks. Blake said Madi you have snuck up on me at different points in this competition. Pharrell said you know exactly what you want to do.
Team Gwen: Jeffrey Austin sang Let it Go by James Bay-- Adam was totally right, he said Jeffrey's voice is so strong and he has become one of the best voices in this competition. Adam believes he could win, I agree, I think he is in the thick of it. Blake said that he has an average voice in comparison to Jeffrey. Jeffrey has a confidence about him when it comes to his voice that isn't obvious. I love it.
Team Adam: Shelby Brown sang In Color by Jamey Johnson-- Shelby's voice is huge, it has almost no limit in terms of her vocal range and ability. I loved the emotion she poured into this song. Wow! Blake said her voice is so powerful. Adam said I am glad Blake brought up that you got ahead of the band. You recovered with a powerful note, you made a mistake and came back with maybe your best moment on the show.
Team Pharrell: Evan McKeel sang This is It by Kenny Loggins-- Evan's vocal is always great. I just didn't care for the song choice. Evan should go through on pure vocal talent alone, but I felt like the song was too karaoke. He does deserve it as Pharrell said, and he did go out there with his heart. Gwen thought he sounded so free tonight.
Team Adam: Jordan Smith sang Great is Thy Faithfulness-- I just have to stand up because this was so moving and gorgeous. I literally felt like I was listening to him pray. How simple, poignant, and yet powerful. That was beautiful. Adam went up and hugged him, and all the coaches were on their feet. Blake said after everything that happened this past weekend over in Paris, thank you for that, that was beautiful. Pharrell said I was standing up in the middle of the song, go to Itunes and buy this song from this guy. Adam said there is so much about the world that can be confusing and sad, and we listen to you sing and there is so much hope, thank you Jordan,
Team Blake: Zach Seabaugh sang My Love by Little Texas-- I can already see this guy playing stadiums, he has the x-factor. He seems really comfortable and so ready as a performer, I can almost hear the type of record he would put out. Pharrell said the range you have is so crazy, you're a pro, and you're 17. Gwen said your stage presence is so seasoned, and you have so much confidence; I think you're gonna be a huge star. Adam said last week was a break out, but I loved seeing this side of you and what you can do. I don't think you can do any wrong. Blake said I feel like you could walk out this door and into a tour bus and go on your own headlining tour.
Bottom Three: Braiden, Madi, and Korin or Evan
Team Adam: Amy Vachal sang Hotline Bling by Drake-- Super hot performance! Adam's song choice was ingenious. Amy sounded amazing, it was understated but strong. Blake said that song is so big, even he knows it, and he said Gwen sang it to him on The Tonight Show. Pharrell said this is your moment, Amy, you always make songs yours, not many people have that ability. Gwen said, you look so pretty, amazing idea, I thought it was gorgeous. Adam said you made a brave choice in listening to me. You did something bold, I want that version of that song in my life.
Team Pharrell: Mark Hood sang Against All Odds by Phil Collins-- I loved all the vocal acrobatics Mark did throughout that song. I don't think it was necessarily the right song for him, but I felt like he gave it everything that he had. Adam said you want this badly, almost more than anyone. You have a great voice, but it's so inspiring to see you give 200% every time you come out on stage. Pharrell said you gave them another side to you, and you deserve to be here for another week.
Team Blake: Emily Ann Roberts sang Blame it on Your Heart by Patty Loveless-- I was not a huge Emily Ann fan, last week, I wanted Morgan Frazier in that top three for Team Blake more than anything, and now I watch Emily Ann this week, and I see amazing poise, maturity, and growth. I am glad she's there. Gwen said you are so good, it's like you're a star already. Adam said you're awesome, this person has grown up before our eyes. Blake said you've always been a great singer but now you're finding that out about yourself. You're treating this like it's your stage.
Team Gwen: Korin Bukowski sang Titanium by Sia-- I definitely felt like she rocked that lyric. It was very Korin. There was a little bit of pitchiness. Blake said you are so unassuming, and he thought she nailed the lyric. Pharrell said it was cool to see you live that moment. Gwen said that song was written for your life, beyond cool. At the end you nailed the vocals and showed your range.
Team Blake: Barrett Baber sang Right Here Waiting by Richard Marx-- I loved the country version of that song. Barrett just has a knockout voice, it's so strong, and emotional, and genuine. Adam said he loves how he attacks every song. He loves his determination and passion. Blake said what comes out of you is real, and you are a great singer.
Team Pharrell: Madi Davis sang Who Will Save Your Soul by Jewel-- I was half and half on that performance. The vocal was amazing at certain points, but at other points there were awkward breaks. Blake said Madi you have snuck up on me at different points in this competition. Pharrell said you know exactly what you want to do.
Team Gwen: Jeffrey Austin sang Let it Go by James Bay-- Adam was totally right, he said Jeffrey's voice is so strong and he has become one of the best voices in this competition. Adam believes he could win, I agree, I think he is in the thick of it. Blake said that he has an average voice in comparison to Jeffrey. Jeffrey has a confidence about him when it comes to his voice that isn't obvious. I love it.
Team Adam: Shelby Brown sang In Color by Jamey Johnson-- Shelby's voice is huge, it has almost no limit in terms of her vocal range and ability. I loved the emotion she poured into this song. Wow! Blake said her voice is so powerful. Adam said I am glad Blake brought up that you got ahead of the band. You recovered with a powerful note, you made a mistake and came back with maybe your best moment on the show.
Team Pharrell: Evan McKeel sang This is It by Kenny Loggins-- Evan's vocal is always great. I just didn't care for the song choice. Evan should go through on pure vocal talent alone, but I felt like the song was too karaoke. He does deserve it as Pharrell said, and he did go out there with his heart. Gwen thought he sounded so free tonight.
Team Adam: Jordan Smith sang Great is Thy Faithfulness-- I just have to stand up because this was so moving and gorgeous. I literally felt like I was listening to him pray. How simple, poignant, and yet powerful. That was beautiful. Adam went up and hugged him, and all the coaches were on their feet. Blake said after everything that happened this past weekend over in Paris, thank you for that, that was beautiful. Pharrell said I was standing up in the middle of the song, go to Itunes and buy this song from this guy. Adam said there is so much about the world that can be confusing and sad, and we listen to you sing and there is so much hope, thank you Jordan,
Team Blake: Zach Seabaugh sang My Love by Little Texas-- I can already see this guy playing stadiums, he has the x-factor. He seems really comfortable and so ready as a performer, I can almost hear the type of record he would put out. Pharrell said the range you have is so crazy, you're a pro, and you're 17. Gwen said your stage presence is so seasoned, and you have so much confidence; I think you're gonna be a huge star. Adam said last week was a break out, but I loved seeing this side of you and what you can do. I don't think you can do any wrong. Blake said I feel like you could walk out this door and into a tour bus and go on your own headlining tour.
Bottom Three: Braiden, Madi, and Korin or Evan
Monday, November 9, 2015
The Voice Season 9: And We're Live! (And "Comeback" Artists)
Team Adam and Team Gwen perform tonight!
Team Adam: Blaine Mitchell sang Never Tear Us Apart by Inxs-- That performance was so powerful. Blaine sounded like the lead singer of a great rock band like Queen Blake said it's hard to believe that you used to do country music. Pharrell said it felt like he wrote the song. Gwen said I love how free you are, that was the perfect song for you. Adam said I could not be prouder as a coach.
Team Gwen: Regina Love sang Hello by Adele-- Love Regina, and love this song, but I am unsure whether or not it was the right thing for her to sing. I felt like her voice cracked a lot. Gwen said she is glad to take this journey with her, and Adam said he misses her. She might be going home after this performance.
Team Adam: Keith Semple sang To Be With You by Mr. Big-- I love that song, and Keith is such an amazing singer that it sounded great. Gwen said Keith did a really great job with that song. Adam thought it showed Keith's identity.
Team Adam: Shelby Brown sang You're No Good by Linda Ronstadt-- Shelby crushed this! I feel like it was as good as the original, if not better. She has a strong voice. Blake said he is upset that Shelby is not on his team. Adam said her ability at 17 is a testament to how talented and special she is.
Team Gwen: Korin Bukowski sang Adia by Sara McLachlan-- I think this was a weird song choice, it was very boring, and I didn't feel like it showcased Korin's voice. In fact, it may have even exposed some of the weaknesses in her voice. Blake said she connected with the song, I didn't love it, I don't know what Blake is talking about.
Team Gwen: Ellie Lawrence (comeback artist) sang X's and O's by Elle King-- Adam said she picked a great time to have her best performance. Blake said it was his favorite performance of the night. Pharrell said congratulations. Gwen said it was awesome because she manned the stage and gave her personality. It felt like her show. Well Blake, it was a great performance but it wasn't the best of the night. I would say it was the best Team Gwen performance thus far.
Team Gwen: Jeffrey Austin sang Say You Love Me by Jesse Ware-- Adam said Jesse has it all, and he could win this whole thing. Pharrell said easily the best performance of the night, and you did the right thing by taking an emotional path, the dynamics were great. Gwen said, what was that? You were an artist.I think Jeffrey was one of the best performers and vocalists of the night. I feel like he has as powerful a voice as someone like a Sam Smith. Jeffrey could go far in this competition if America takes to him.
Team Gwen: Braiden Sunshine sang Everything I Own by Bread-- Adam said his wife is obsessed with him more than he feels comfortable with. Adam said it was like he wanted to do more than what the song would allow him to do. Blake said you have been one of my favorites since the battle rounds, and I do get what Adam was saying. I agree with Adam. I think he needed a stronger and better song, but I like him.
Team Adam: Amy Vachal sang The Way You Look Tonight by Frank Sinatra-- Blake said please do a Christmas album someday. He said that was really good, it felt like home to me. Pharrell said congratulations, that was effortless, those super colorful runs. I feel like you could win, you're awesome. Adam said that was not The Voice, that was watching an artist perform. I am so thrilled for you. Amy absolutely lit up the stage, that was so beautiful and Pharrell is right, so effortless.
Team Gwen: Viktor Kiraly sang All Around the World by Lisa Stansfield-- I liked Viktor's performance but not as much as I thought I would. The high notes were a little too high. Adam said I miss you, but I am super proud and happy for you, you did an amazing job. Gwen said Viktor that was crazy, you did so good. Blake started talking about how Team Gwen is whooping Team Adam.
Team Adam: Chance Pena (comeback artist) sang Barton Hollow by The Civil Wars-- I loved loved that performance! That was just so authentic, and I loved it. His voice was so on point, and I thought the style of the song suited him so much. Blake said he gave everything to that performance. That was such a sweet performance, I think it kicked the ass of anything Gwen's team did.
Team Adam: Jordan Smith sang Halo by Beyonce-- And everyone is on their feet and should be! Jordan is so so special, I don't care if Adam doesn't want to cry, I am going to cry cause he is so good and he gives so much every time. The emotions are just overflowing. Pharrell said God has signed your voice, that's crazy. Gwen said that felt so good. Adam said, you're a figure everyone is so drawn to you. I am honored to be a part of it man.
Team Gwen moving forward: Jeffrey, Braiden, and Viktor-- long shot is Ellie
Team Adam moving forward: Jordan, Amy, third spot is between Chance and Blaine
Team Adam: Blaine Mitchell sang Never Tear Us Apart by Inxs-- That performance was so powerful. Blaine sounded like the lead singer of a great rock band like Queen Blake said it's hard to believe that you used to do country music. Pharrell said it felt like he wrote the song. Gwen said I love how free you are, that was the perfect song for you. Adam said I could not be prouder as a coach.
Team Gwen: Regina Love sang Hello by Adele-- Love Regina, and love this song, but I am unsure whether or not it was the right thing for her to sing. I felt like her voice cracked a lot. Gwen said she is glad to take this journey with her, and Adam said he misses her. She might be going home after this performance.
Team Adam: Keith Semple sang To Be With You by Mr. Big-- I love that song, and Keith is such an amazing singer that it sounded great. Gwen said Keith did a really great job with that song. Adam thought it showed Keith's identity.
Team Adam: Shelby Brown sang You're No Good by Linda Ronstadt-- Shelby crushed this! I feel like it was as good as the original, if not better. She has a strong voice. Blake said he is upset that Shelby is not on his team. Adam said her ability at 17 is a testament to how talented and special she is.
Team Gwen: Korin Bukowski sang Adia by Sara McLachlan-- I think this was a weird song choice, it was very boring, and I didn't feel like it showcased Korin's voice. In fact, it may have even exposed some of the weaknesses in her voice. Blake said she connected with the song, I didn't love it, I don't know what Blake is talking about.
Team Gwen: Ellie Lawrence (comeback artist) sang X's and O's by Elle King-- Adam said she picked a great time to have her best performance. Blake said it was his favorite performance of the night. Pharrell said congratulations. Gwen said it was awesome because she manned the stage and gave her personality. It felt like her show. Well Blake, it was a great performance but it wasn't the best of the night. I would say it was the best Team Gwen performance thus far.
Team Gwen: Jeffrey Austin sang Say You Love Me by Jesse Ware-- Adam said Jesse has it all, and he could win this whole thing. Pharrell said easily the best performance of the night, and you did the right thing by taking an emotional path, the dynamics were great. Gwen said, what was that? You were an artist.I think Jeffrey was one of the best performers and vocalists of the night. I feel like he has as powerful a voice as someone like a Sam Smith. Jeffrey could go far in this competition if America takes to him.
Team Gwen: Braiden Sunshine sang Everything I Own by Bread-- Adam said his wife is obsessed with him more than he feels comfortable with. Adam said it was like he wanted to do more than what the song would allow him to do. Blake said you have been one of my favorites since the battle rounds, and I do get what Adam was saying. I agree with Adam. I think he needed a stronger and better song, but I like him.
Team Adam: Amy Vachal sang The Way You Look Tonight by Frank Sinatra-- Blake said please do a Christmas album someday. He said that was really good, it felt like home to me. Pharrell said congratulations, that was effortless, those super colorful runs. I feel like you could win, you're awesome. Adam said that was not The Voice, that was watching an artist perform. I am so thrilled for you. Amy absolutely lit up the stage, that was so beautiful and Pharrell is right, so effortless.
Team Gwen: Viktor Kiraly sang All Around the World by Lisa Stansfield-- I liked Viktor's performance but not as much as I thought I would. The high notes were a little too high. Adam said I miss you, but I am super proud and happy for you, you did an amazing job. Gwen said Viktor that was crazy, you did so good. Blake started talking about how Team Gwen is whooping Team Adam.
Team Adam: Chance Pena (comeback artist) sang Barton Hollow by The Civil Wars-- I loved loved that performance! That was just so authentic, and I loved it. His voice was so on point, and I thought the style of the song suited him so much. Blake said he gave everything to that performance. That was such a sweet performance, I think it kicked the ass of anything Gwen's team did.
Team Adam: Jordan Smith sang Halo by Beyonce-- And everyone is on their feet and should be! Jordan is so so special, I don't care if Adam doesn't want to cry, I am going to cry cause he is so good and he gives so much every time. The emotions are just overflowing. Pharrell said God has signed your voice, that's crazy. Gwen said that felt so good. Adam said, you're a figure everyone is so drawn to you. I am honored to be a part of it man.
Team Gwen moving forward: Jeffrey, Braiden, and Viktor-- long shot is Ellie
Team Adam moving forward: Jordan, Amy, third spot is between Chance and Blaine
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
The Voice: Season 9, I'm Loving the Battles!
Team Gwen: Korin Bukowski sang All I Want by Kodaline versus Summer Schappell sang Little White Church by Little Big Town-- Okay, wow, I was so into Summer's performance. I just found it catchy and full of energy. Adam said he would take Summer down to the little white church. Blake said Summer is an entertainer. Pharrell said Korin, it didn't require you to do a lot with your body, and Summer you were like a firecracker on stage.
My choice: Summer
Gwen's choice: Korin
Team Adam: Dustin Christensen sang Free by The Zac Brown Band versus Keith Semple sang I Wanna Know What Love Is by Foreigner-- I like Dustin, I think he is one of those artists that is underrated in this competition, and I felt like I didn't hear him til tonight. He turned out a solid performance and he related to the song. Keith was crazy! I loved his whole performance. Blake thought both guys were great. Pharrell said Dustin is a natural talent, and Keith you were really fighting. Gwen said Dustin's voice is beautiful and soothing, and Keith I love your personality, and your vibe and energy really comes through. Adam said Dustin you are an amazing singer, and Keith you called your spot, this was a ballsy move.
My choice: Wish it could be both, I lean more towards Keith
Adam's choice: Keith
Team Pharrell: Darius Scott sang On Broadway by George Benson versus Morgan Frazier sang Even If It Breaks Your Heart by The Eli Young Band-- The way that Darius's voice navigated this song was crazy. I think it goes to show you what great vocal control he has. Gosh, I think Blake should steal Morgan back, the coaches are all on their feet. Her vocals were ridiculous. Gwen said Darius was odd, amazing, and magic. Blake said everyone is stepping it up, Darius uses his vibrato to change notes, and Morgan you encompassed that song. Adam said he would probably choose Morgan. Pharrell said Darius you shared your ambition with the world, and Morgan you did exactly what I asked you to do.
My choice: Morgan
Pharrell's choice: Darius
Someone steal Morgan! Blake stole Morgan back!
My choice: Summer
Gwen's choice: Korin
Team Adam: Dustin Christensen sang Free by The Zac Brown Band versus Keith Semple sang I Wanna Know What Love Is by Foreigner-- I like Dustin, I think he is one of those artists that is underrated in this competition, and I felt like I didn't hear him til tonight. He turned out a solid performance and he related to the song. Keith was crazy! I loved his whole performance. Blake thought both guys were great. Pharrell said Dustin is a natural talent, and Keith you were really fighting. Gwen said Dustin's voice is beautiful and soothing, and Keith I love your personality, and your vibe and energy really comes through. Adam said Dustin you are an amazing singer, and Keith you called your spot, this was a ballsy move.
My choice: Wish it could be both, I lean more towards Keith
Adam's choice: Keith
Team Pharrell: Darius Scott sang On Broadway by George Benson versus Morgan Frazier sang Even If It Breaks Your Heart by The Eli Young Band-- The way that Darius's voice navigated this song was crazy. I think it goes to show you what great vocal control he has. Gosh, I think Blake should steal Morgan back, the coaches are all on their feet. Her vocals were ridiculous. Gwen said Darius was odd, amazing, and magic. Blake said everyone is stepping it up, Darius uses his vibrato to change notes, and Morgan you encompassed that song. Adam said he would probably choose Morgan. Pharrell said Darius you shared your ambition with the world, and Morgan you did exactly what I asked you to do.
My choice: Morgan
Pharrell's choice: Darius
Someone steal Morgan! Blake stole Morgan back!
Monday, October 19, 2015
The Last Week of Battles on The Voice: Season 9
Team Blake: Blaine Mitchell versus Blind Joe singing Old Time Rock and Roll by Bob Seger-- I loved the way their personalities came out in the song. Both of them sounded great, very on point. I liked how Blind Job spoke throughout the performance. I honestly think both of these guys deserve to go forward. I also felt like both of them had a great deal of soul in their voices. Pharrell thought Blaine took it up a notch and he didn't except Joe to be as soulful as he was. Gwen loved how Blaine worked the stage, and she thinks Joe has such a gift. Adam loved how unruly the performance was, he said he loves Joe, but there was something revealing about Blaine. Blake asked Joe if he could borrow his cane to beat Adam, and he thought this was a tie.
My choice: Blaine but steal Joe
Blake's choice: Blind Joe
Someone steal Blaine! YES!!! Adam steals Blaine!
Team Adam: Cassandra Robertson versus Viktor Kiraly singing Nobody Knows by Kevin Sharpe-- I didn't love the song, but I thought these two vocalists did the best that they could with it. They blended well and made it seem easy. Blake said he is impressed with Cassandra, and he said Viktor was even more impressive for sticking with her. Pharrell said Cassandra was effortless and he would give it to her. Gwen thought Viktor had a beautiful voice, and she is blown away by Cassandra. Adam said not only are the technically amazing but they connected emotionally with the song.
My choice: Viktor
Adam's choice: Viktor
Team Gwen: Chase Kerby versus Korin Bukowski singing Samson by Regina Spektor-- Despite the fact that the song was so quiet, both of these singers were really powerful because of the performance and delivery. Adam liked Chase's falsetto and full voice but thought the transition was tough. He said Korin was gifted. Blake seemed to lean towards Chase and how emotional his voice was. Gwen found it intense, awesome, and so good.
My choice: Chase
Gwen's choice: Korin
Team Pharrell: Evan McKeel versus Riley Bieberer singing Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder-- I loved both of them, I thought they both kept making each other raise their game. It was fun to wtch. I definitely give the edge to Evan, he's not just a voice but a performer and a personality. Gwen loved Evan's presence. Adam thought both of them had triumphs but he would go with Evan. Blake loved Evan's performance but thought Riley's voice was more different.
My choice: Evan
Pharrell's choice: Evan
And Riley is stolen by Gwen! Yay!
Team Gwen: Braiden Sunshine versus Lyndsey Elm singing No One is to Blame by Howard Jones-- They were very well matched. I enjoyed both of them. Adam said you really cannot go wrong with either one of these people, no help for you Gwen. Blake said we have only seen the tip of the iceberg with Braiden, flip a coin Gwen. Pharrell said Braiden there is so much more behind you, and Lyndsey you colored the song beautifully. Gwen said Lyndsey your star came out tonight, and Braiden it's incredible to work with someone like you.
My choice: flip a coin, love them both
Gwen's choice: Braiden
Team Adam: Andi & Alex versus Chance Pena singing Wherever You Will Go by The Calling-- I love all of them, all three of them! Chance is a total heartthrob to me, I think he can go deep in this competition. Andi & Alex have something very special about them, the way they sound together is like nothing I've ever heard. Blake said he loves the sound of Chance's voice. Pharrell said when Andi & Alex sing, it is nothing short of magic. Chance you sound unbelievable and your voice lead in this performance. Gwen said you guys are magic, candy in my ears, Chance, I wish I could turn back time, I'd be losing my mind over you. Adam said Andi & Alex are so in sync, and he believes that a group should be born of the three of them.
My choice: Chance........ Andi & Alex
Adam's choice: Andi & Alex
Blake said you proved that you should be on this show, I missed it in the blinds, but I am not missing it here-- Blake stole Chance
My choice: Blaine but steal Joe
Blake's choice: Blind Joe
Someone steal Blaine! YES!!! Adam steals Blaine!
Team Adam: Cassandra Robertson versus Viktor Kiraly singing Nobody Knows by Kevin Sharpe-- I didn't love the song, but I thought these two vocalists did the best that they could with it. They blended well and made it seem easy. Blake said he is impressed with Cassandra, and he said Viktor was even more impressive for sticking with her. Pharrell said Cassandra was effortless and he would give it to her. Gwen thought Viktor had a beautiful voice, and she is blown away by Cassandra. Adam said not only are the technically amazing but they connected emotionally with the song.
My choice: Viktor
Adam's choice: Viktor
Team Gwen: Chase Kerby versus Korin Bukowski singing Samson by Regina Spektor-- Despite the fact that the song was so quiet, both of these singers were really powerful because of the performance and delivery. Adam liked Chase's falsetto and full voice but thought the transition was tough. He said Korin was gifted. Blake seemed to lean towards Chase and how emotional his voice was. Gwen found it intense, awesome, and so good.
My choice: Chase
Gwen's choice: Korin
Team Pharrell: Evan McKeel versus Riley Bieberer singing Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder-- I loved both of them, I thought they both kept making each other raise their game. It was fun to wtch. I definitely give the edge to Evan, he's not just a voice but a performer and a personality. Gwen loved Evan's presence. Adam thought both of them had triumphs but he would go with Evan. Blake loved Evan's performance but thought Riley's voice was more different.
My choice: Evan
Pharrell's choice: Evan
And Riley is stolen by Gwen! Yay!
Team Gwen: Braiden Sunshine versus Lyndsey Elm singing No One is to Blame by Howard Jones-- They were very well matched. I enjoyed both of them. Adam said you really cannot go wrong with either one of these people, no help for you Gwen. Blake said we have only seen the tip of the iceberg with Braiden, flip a coin Gwen. Pharrell said Braiden there is so much more behind you, and Lyndsey you colored the song beautifully. Gwen said Lyndsey your star came out tonight, and Braiden it's incredible to work with someone like you.
My choice: flip a coin, love them both
Gwen's choice: Braiden
Team Adam: Andi & Alex versus Chance Pena singing Wherever You Will Go by The Calling-- I love all of them, all three of them! Chance is a total heartthrob to me, I think he can go deep in this competition. Andi & Alex have something very special about them, the way they sound together is like nothing I've ever heard. Blake said he loves the sound of Chance's voice. Pharrell said when Andi & Alex sing, it is nothing short of magic. Chance you sound unbelievable and your voice lead in this performance. Gwen said you guys are magic, candy in my ears, Chance, I wish I could turn back time, I'd be losing my mind over you. Adam said Andi & Alex are so in sync, and he believes that a group should be born of the three of them.
My choice: Chance........ Andi & Alex
Adam's choice: Andi & Alex
Blake said you proved that you should be on this show, I missed it in the blinds, but I am not missing it here-- Blake stole Chance
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
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
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
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