Team Adam: Drew Russell vs. Jared Shoemaker singing Leather and Lace by Don Henley and Stevie Nicks-- This was like a duet, not a battle, and that is the ultimate compliment. John loved the top of Drew's voice and the shred, and he decided that Jared is one of his fave male voices this season. Kelly said you compliment each other and make each other better. Adam said he sang this song with Stevie Nicks to his wife at his wedding. He said, this was so beautiful, thank you guys for doing it right. In rehearsals, it had the potential, and I didn't know if it would come to fruition but it did. You're both just incredible. Kelly emphasized after the fact, that she wished that they could hit a button and be like "pairing". Kelly is right, they would be an amazing duo because they're not likely, and that is what would make them interesting. Adam chose Jared.
Team Kelly: Houston Kelly vs. Tia Durant singing Either Way by Chris Stapleton-- I loved both of them but if I had to choose I think I would chose Houston because of his dynamics and range. Adam said he turned for Tia, but not for Houston. However, he said today he was impressed with Houston's high register and that he would probably choose him. John offered an opposing opinion. Kelly said Jennifer told her she threw her shoe. Kelly loved the intimacy of the performance. I would choose Houston.
Kelly chose Houston
Team Adam: Jeremy Keith vs. Aziz Guerra singing My Cherie Amor by Stevie Wonder-- This was a good battle, they were well matched. John said that was beautiful; he would pick Jeremy. Kelly said she liked them equally, their runs, both great, but different. She loved Aziz's vibrato and she liked how Jeremy would start different phrases. Adam said he was proud of both guys. He said this guy is ready now, and that's why I need to choose Jeremy.
Team Legend: Natasha Blaine vs. Kendra Remedios singing Walk On By by Dionne Warwick-- Have to be honest, did not love this song choice and performance. I would choose Natasha though; I'm just a fan of her voice. John liked Kendra's soulfulness and edge. He said that Natasha was sultry and smooth. John chose Natasha.
Team Kelly: Aaron Lavigne vs. Jonah Mayor singing The First Time by Damiano David-- Okay well first off is that this felt very Broadway for me. I did not love the song choice at all. Had never heard this song before. I would lean toward Jonah, I was just such a fan of his voice in the blinds. Adam said the energy was amazing. John loved the high notes, and said it would be interesting to explore Jonah's opera background. Kelly said they both had pitch issues. She complimented Aaron's range and Jonah's roundness. Kelly chose Jonah.
Lightning Rounds:
Team Legend: Ashley Marina vs. Syd Millevoi singing Love Takes Time by Mariah Carey-- Another song choice I did not care for. It was pretty clear Syd had this in the bag. John chose Syd.
Team Kelly: Abigayle Oakley vs. Julia Golden singing Rhiannon by Fleetwood Mac-- This was one of the better song choices tonight. I liked both voices but I LOVE Abigayle's voice. Adam said there is a beautiful quality to her voice especially when she gets into her upper register. John said Abigayle had a nice, round tone, and he said the energy Julia brought felt right. Kelly said they both have magical tones, and she preferred their blinds better (she chose the song....). Kelly chose Abigayle.