The Voice Season 16: Way Down We Go with The Cross Battles

Team Adam: L.B. Crew singing Wade in the Water vs. Team Kelly: Jej Vinson singing Versace on the Floor by Bruno Mars-- WOW! Neither one of these guys deserve to be eliminated. They both deserve to actually automatically advance to the finals for these dynamic performances. Both have killer voices. Adam said L.B. the composure and depth of your voice is incredible, I am blown away. Kelly said you are both so evenly matched. Kelly said if Bruno Mars was hearing that right now, he'd say oh I should do that lick. John said you are both fantastic vocalists. You're both exceptionally talented.



Team Adam: Kalvin Jarvis singing New Rules by Dua Lipa vs. Team Legend: Julian King singing Hello by Adele -- Kalvin just blew my mind. I never thought of a guy singing that song, it was so intriguing and captivating. He commanded my attention throughout the performance. I felt his angst and what he was struggling with emotionally through the lyrics and his delivery. I liked Julian but I didn't understand going between the English and Spanish with that performance. Vocally, he was great. I kind of feel like both of them deserve to stay. Adam said Kalvin that was a front-runners performance. You turned that song on it's side and what you did was truly incredible. John said Julian you made such outstanding choices with how you interpreted Adele's song. Kelly said there are some great singers in this building. I am so floored, y'all are so good. Blake felt like Kalvin took that battle.



Team Blake: Carter Lloyd Horne singing Way Down We Go by Kaleo vs. Team Legend: Jacob Maxwell singing You're Still the One by Shania Twain-- Absolutely in love with the song Carter did. His style is so hypnotic. Jacob is great but that song choice was a little sleepy for me. He played it safe whereas Carter I felt like grew from an artist standpoint. Blake says Carter has grown so much and has such a vintage sound. I'd go with Carter here.



Team Kelly: The Bundys singing The Letter by The Box Tops vs. Team Blake: Andrew Sevener singing Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde by Travis Tritt -- I thought The Bundys got better as they went along. The end was especially awesome. I thought Andrew did great; that song was amazing. Blake said country fans are losing their minds over that performance. I would lean towards Andrew.

Team Legend: Shawn Sounds singing Lay Me Down by Sam Smith vs. Team Blake: Karly Moreno singing Down by Marian Hill -- Strong performance from Shawn, it was off here and there. I have heard that song done better before but that was pretty solid. For me, Karly takes this. Her sound was so different, it was a mix of jazz and folk. I loved this! Adam said Karly you were incredible, truly amazing. And Shawn I have to show you love as well because you were incredible. It couldn't be more different up there on this stage. Kelly said you are totally different vibes; Shawn I think you have a phenomenal spirit.

Team Adam: Kendra Checketts singing Cold Water by Justin Bieber vs. Team Legend: Jimmy Mowery singing Mercy by Shawn Mendes-- Love Kendra's version of this song. She has a gorgeous tone. I enjoy both of these artists; this is tough! Jimmy was a little bit more dynamic but I liked both of them. Adam said I only pray I get to watch more of you Kendra. John said Jimmy you made such great choices today, I am so proud. Blake said I have to stick with you Kendra. Kelly said Kendra I find your tone so captivating. It's really beautiful.

Team Kelly: Rebecca Howell singing Any Man of Mine by Shania Twain vs. Team Legend: Beth Griffith Manley singing I Put a Spell on You by Screamin' Jay Hawkins-- I love the attitude with which Rebecca has when she sings. Wow, she gave quite the performance. That was pretty fierce. Beth was emotional and so good. That was such a stirring rendition of that song, it really moved me. Kelly disliked that they were against each other because both were so good. John said you really gave that raw energy in that song. Blake said Rebecca you were a shock for me tonight in a good way, you took that song to the next level. Beth, what you did at the end of that was great. Adam said Beth you put on a clinic with that song. Rebecca, the shock of the season, you are probably the strongest country singer in the competition so far.

Team Blake: Gyth Rigdon singing Goodbye Time by Conway Twitty vs. Team Kelly: Abby Kasch singing Cupid's Got a Shot Gun by -- Once again, thought both of them were great but I do lean with Gyth. There is something super special about him. Blake said Gyth to see you keep that old school country alive like that, this guy is going to be in the finale. Kelly said Abby when you came out and did this in rehearsals I was floored. Adam said Abby was great and she gave a spirited performance but he strongly believes that Gyth is going to be in the finale. 

Fave performances are highlighted above! L.B., Kalvin, and Carter

Kelly has a save and John has a steal

Battle 1-- L.B. wins, Kelly will save Jej

Battle 2-- Kalvin wins

Battle 3-- Carter wins

Battle 4-- Andrew wins

Battle 5-- Shawn wins

Battle 6-- total toss up between Kendra and Jimmy

Battle 7-- Beth wins, John steals Rebecca

Battle 8-- Gyth wins

Just my predictions!!!

The Voice Season 16: U Got it Bad for The Battles

Team Legend: Lisa Ramey vs. Betsy Ade singing The Joke--To me, Lisa is more different! Betsy was slightly more invested emotionally. I'd go with Lisa cause she's the comeback kid. Blake was torn, and Adam was undecided as well. John said you both showed you belong on a stage.
John chose Lisa and Kelly stole Betsy which was slightly surprising. The coaches like these two a lot more than I did.

Team Adam: Mari vs. Anthony Ortiz singing I Like Me Better by Lauv-- Adam said Mari was amazing and performed even better than in practice. Adam said Anthony's nerves got him at first but he recovered well. He did everything Adam asked of him. All the coaches seemed to want to go with Mari and ....
Adam chose Mari, he's bummed about Anthony I can tell!

Team Blake: Hannah Kay vs. Andrew Sevener singing Tequila --
Blake chose Andrew

Team Kelly: Abby Kasch vs. Jackson Marlow singing Bring on the Rain--
Kelly chose Abby

Team Legend: Jacob Maxwell vs. Talon Cardon singing Every Little Thing She Does is Magic by Sting-- I was not in love with that performance. Kelly thought Talon has more of an R&B type of vibe so he was at a disadvantage. It was more Jacob's style.
John chose Jacob

Team Kelly: David Owens vs. Rebecca Howell sang Unchained Melody-- Both are strong vocalists in this match up. The coaches are moved by the performance.
Kelly chose Rebecca and David gets chosen for the comeback stage.

Team Adam: Kalvin Jarvis vs. Jimmy Mowery singing U Got it Bad by Usher-- Wow! Best of the night by a mile. They sounded so good together. Jimmy's falsetto is so good, and Adam clearly worked with him on his full voice. Kalvin's lower register is so smooth. John said I have a hard time deciding between the two of you. Adam is proud of how they worked together through the performance. He really likes both of them.
Adam chose Kalvin and John stole Jimmy! Yes! Both of them deserve it.

The Voice Season 16: Tell Me You Love the Blinds

Beth Griffith Manley sang Til You Come Back to Me by Aretha Franklin-- She has a beautiful voice and she is a technically sound singer. You can tell that she has Motown written all over her. Adam said I love you, and she said I love you too Adam, and he said, no, you don't understand, I'm in love with you. I missed my opportunity. Kelly said I am so excited you're on the show! He thought she had a lot of guts choosing Aretha as her blind audition. John and Kelly turned, and Beth identified with the rasp in Kelly's voice.
Beth chose Kelly

Selkii sang I Try by Macy Gray-- Selkie has a unique voice and tone. Adam and Blake turned. Adam liked her song choice and vibe. He felt like it was important to get Selkie on his team because his wife would love her being that she is South African. Blake tells her he has never been to South Africa but he would like to think that she is country over there. Blake also liked her singer/ songwriter vibe.
Selkie chose Blake

Jae Jen--  No one turned. I didn't think the song wasn't interesting enough. John said it sounded too clean and safe.

Denton Arnell sang Hold On We're Going Home by Drake-- I actually felt vibes of John Legend in his voice, so it was super cool that John turned so quickly. He had this comfy and familiar vibe to his voice. John liked how he was so creative with the melody of the song. I am a little bit surprised that more coaches did not turn, he had such an easy sound.
John chose Denton

Ciera Dumas sang Tell Me You Love Me by Demi Lovato-- Adam and John turned right away. I loved the rasp in her voice. I was digging how she slightly chained the melody of the song at the beginning and then when it got going, I was saying, I like this! Adam said what you are doing screams what this show is all about. John said I felt the power, pain, and emotion in your voice. You have a story to tell, and I would love for you to tell it here on The Voice. Kelly loved the rasp in her voice. Blake compared her to Bonnie Tyler. Adam said your voice is like right here, you're unstoppable, you could win this thing.
Ciera chose Adam



Andrew Sevener sang Honky Tonk Women by The Rolling Stones-- Andrew is an authentic country guy, very clear. This song worked well for him in terms of his musical style and showcasing his guitar skills.  Kelly said I am tired of turning for country artists and having them choose Blake. John liked his guitar solo. Blake says that he can hear Hank Williams Jr. in his voice.

Mari sang Boo'd Up by Ella Mai-- Her voice was so freaking exciting. I was just smiling listening to her sing. Mari told John she listens to him a lot and that he did a duet with Ella Mai. Adam said you should be in 1976, I believe I can integrate you into this show the best. Blake tells her to choose John and Mari chose Adam! She said I picked Adam because I felt like he wanted to do the best for me in this competition.
Mari chose Adam



Crystal Rose sang Wicked Games by Chris Issak-- Wow! I need to be honest, I am a little surprised no one turned. Adam said it is one of his favorite songs and he urged her to come back again. John said it's a matter of you putting it together in a better package.
Blake said he was ready to push, he loved her chest voice.

Abby Kasch sang Here for the Party by Gretchen Wilson -- Personally wasn't as excited as Blake and Kelly but I always look for people to prove me wrong. Blake and Kelly turned. Of course Blake pushes that he is country, and Adam pushes for Abby to pick Kelly. Kelly was so surprised that Abby picked her.
Abby chose Kelly

Mikaela Astel sang Electric Love by -- Loved her! I cannot believe the maturity in her voice at 14. She does, as Kelly said, have incredible tone, and that really sets her apart. Kelly said your tone cannot be taught, it is so cool and so vibey. I am so happy you're here. John said I loved your tone, you would stand out from the crowd. I think you're gonna be a star. Adam was so cute with her, he told her to close her eyes, follow her heart, and go with her first choice.
Mikaela chose Kelly

Anthony Ortiz sang That's What Makes You Beautiful by One Direction
Adam chose Anthony

Oliv Blu sang On and On by Erykah Badu
John chose Oliv

Kayla Seeber sang Baby One More Time by Britney Spears--I didn't love it. It was too aggressive. It's almost like she was pushing too hard. I didn't like her song selection. I loved Kelly's feedback. She compared her to Gwen but said she was waiting for that sweetness and ache that Gwen has in her voice.

Oh Wow! Crystal and Kayla have been chosen for the comeback stage.

Shawn Sounds sang All My Life by KC and Jo Jo-- Yes! They all took forever to turn. I was in from the beginning. Shawn had an amazing song choice; he sounded John said you nailed it, you deserved 4 chairs. Adam said I should have turned when I had the instinct. Blake thought the triple lindy ending was incredible. He said we're not meant to be in the same genre. I am meant to make you the best you can be. Kelly loved that he is a teacher.
Shawn chose John



Amazing show! Who wasn't good tonight? Top 3 for me-- Ciera, Mari, and Shawn