The Voice Season 27: Last Dance, Last Chance on Knockouts

Team Legend: Nell Simmons sang Sweet Thing by Chaka Kahn vs. Renzo sang Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilish-- Nell was amazing, to me, she is definitely live show worthy and has proven her growth in every round. Renzo is interesting for sure, this song choice was odd, and I think it matched his eccentricity. It's a toss up, but I think I would choose Nell. The coaches had amazing things to say about Nell and Renzo. Kelsea said Nell sounded sexy and strong. Adam called Renzo a unicorn and said he will be shocked if he doesn't make it to the end. John chose Renzo. I am shocked no one stole Nell. 

Team Buble: Adam David sang Unaware by Allen Stone vs. Carlos Santiago sang You Are the Reason by Callum Scott-- I felt like these two were pretty evenly matched, my personal preference is Adam. I think Carlos should be on Broadway, he has a great voice. Michael chose Adam. 

Team Kelsea: Hailey Wright sang I Want to be a Cowboy's Sweetheart by Patsy Montana vs. Jaelen Johnston sang Dial Drunk by Noah Kahan-- These are two that I love in this competition. They are facing off again! I think Jaelen grew since the last round. This was a great song choice. I feel like, on the flipside, Hailey was a little pitchy and didn't grow as much. I'd go with Jaelen. Michael and Adam both felt like Hailey won this, I'm a little shocked! However, it didn't matter, Kelsea chose Jaelen. He's going to be a star in my opinion. 

Team Legend: Jacquelyn George sang Too Little Too Late by Jojo vs. Olivia Kuper Harris sang Last Dance by Donna Summer-- Loved both song choices. I think Olivia is a more polished performer but Jacquelyn improved to me, and she has great range. Olivia's performance was so strong and had lots of attitude and intention. I think I would have to choose Olivia. Adam said Olivia blew away his expectations. Kelsea loved Jacquelyn's song choice and was wowed by Olivia's strong and sexy vocal. John said Olivia's performance was confident and chose Olivia. 

Team Buble: Jadyn Cree sang Keep Holding On by Avril Lavigne vs. Kameron Jaso sang Say You Won't Let Go by James Arthur-- I was not particularly invested in this pairing. I know Michael has really liked/ pushed for Jayden since the beginning. I think ultimately, she gave the strong performance here. Michael chose Jayden.  

Team Adam: Conor James sang Forever Young by Alphaville vs. Darius Jay sang American Boy by Estelle-- This was so underwhelming! I really wanted to LOVE both of these performances. The song choices were bizarre. Michael did not like Conor's song choice. John feels Conor should be in the finale but felt Darius was more compelling today. Adam chose Conor and Kelsea stole Darius. 

Here's a look at who is left: 

(* are my picks)

Team Adam:
*Britton Moore, 21
*Conor James, 28
Ethan Eckenroad, 26
*Kolby Cordell, 32
Lucia Flores Wiseman, 22

Team Buble: 
Adam David, 34 
*Angie Rey, 25
*Barry Jean Fontenot, 31
Jayden Cree, 23
Kaiya Hamilton, 26

Team Kelsea: 
Alanna Lynnise, 21
Darius J, 35
*Iris Herrera, 19
*Jaelen Johnston, 21
Tinika Wyatt, 50

Team Legend: 
Ari Camille, 21
*BD.ii, 31
*Bryson Battle, 21 
*Olivia Kuper Harris, 34 
Renzo, 33

 

The Voice Season 27: These Battles Were "Made For Me"

Team Legend: Ari Camille vs. Bryson Battle sang Made for Me by Muni Long-- Wow! Wow! Wow! This is one of my favorite battles ever. What Bryson did with his voice, the way the song was building and building, I loved it. The dynamics were amazing and he and Ari were equally effective in telling this story. Ari has something special about her, the way she emotes-- we all feel her. They pushed each other in the best way possible. I love both of them and hope they both move forward. Adam said Bryson you are as spectacular now as you were in the blinds. You can't sing better than that. Ari who you are as a character and person were just as present. Kelsea said you both have these big, bold voices that demand attention, you didn't outsing each other, you held space for each other. Michael said Ari it's a joy to watch you, you're flawless, he said Bryson I see so much of myself in you, I'm just kidding. You're both geniuses. John said Ari I see so much star potential in you. Bryson everyone's jaw is on the floor seeing what you do with your voice. Both you are immensely talented and have bright futures. John chose Bryson and Adam and Kelsea stole Ari. Ari chose Adam. 

Team Adam: Hayden Grove vs. Lucia Flores Wiseman sang My Funny Valentine-- Lucia is just different, and I agree with Michael, she does remind me of Lady Gaga. Hayden should definitely singing the standards. Kelsea tells Hayden that she can hear that he has studied his genre. Lucia your voice is lived in. Michael said there is something so deep within the tapestry of this poetry, you both told a story tonight. Hayden you sounded beautiful, Lucia you sound like Lady Gaga, you're a bit of a chameleon. Adam said there is so much diversity in the way you sound. You're both old souls though. Adam chose Lucia. 

Montaged Performance..... 

Team Adam: Grace Miller Moody vs. Tori Templet sang Use Somebody by Kings of Leon-- Adam chose Grace. (side note, kind of a bizarre song choice)

Team Kelsea: Alanna Lynise vs. Brook Wood sang Angels Like You by Miley Cyrus-- Was not crazy about this performance. Song choice did not feel right and no one really stood out. I slightly preferred Alanna over Brook who I feel may have over-sang on the performance. Michael thought Brook won the battle. John prefers Alanna's tone but thought Brook gave the better performance. Kelsea preferred the nuance in Alanna's voice and chose her. 

Team Buble: Barry Jean Fontenot vs. Kaiya Hamilton sang Cry to Me by Solomon Burke-- They were both great. John said Barry your range is remarkable, Kaiya, your tone is rich, soulful, and sweet. I'd choose Kaiya. Adam said Barry, you're this warm energy. You have a beautiful gift in your tone. Kaiya I am shocked only two people turned for you, you're incredible. I'd choose Kaiya, but Barry I want you to unlock your full potential. Kelsea, Barry your soul is beautiful and she should be protected and realized and believed in at all costs. Kaiya you were intentional, you connect your voice to your body. Michael picked Kaiya but saved Barry. Kelsea tried to steal but he stayed with Michael. 

Another montaged performance..... 

Team Buble: Kameron Jaso vs. Nami Soleil sang You Make My Dreams Come True by Hall & Oates-- Michael chose Kameron. 

Team Buble: Aaron Rizzo vs. Carlos Santiago sang Gravity by John Mayer-- Michael chose Carlos. 

Team Legend: Antonio Ramsey vs. BD.ii sang Just Friends by Musiq Soulchild-- Enjoyed both of them. Antonio has such positive energy and I like how into the performance he was. He walks a fine line of overdoing it and/ or pushing too hard. BD is just cool. I love his tone and he reminds me of throw back R&B. Adam said BD Kelsea blocked me when I tried to pick you, and it sucks cause you're a mega talent. Antonio I remember you from the blinds. You're both great. If I had to choose I'd pick my guy BD. Kelsea thought they were both consistent and cool. She stands by blocking Adam. Michael said if I am looking at what it takes to win this thing, I'm going with BD. John liked Antonio's charisma and energy and thought it was his best performance of the song. He said BD, you were understated but in a cool way, it was swaggy. You're charismatic, and it works well for me. John chose BD. 

Team Kelsea: Hailey Wright vs. Jaelen Johnston sang Neon Moon by Brooks and Dunn-- I enjoyed both artists, there were some pitch issues for both of them at times. It might have been the song and just the range. I can see both of them being country stars. Michael talked about Jaelen's baritone and found the performance to be romantic. John liked the richness in Jaelen's voice. He loved the yodel and heart in Hailey's voice. Adam said Hailey you cut in a way that Jaelen couldn't. None of the coaches could choose! Kelsea said you both made country music proud. She said Jaelen, you sing like you had your heart broken, I'll kill her, but that's a good thing. Hailey you sing like you've lived so much life. My favorite country singers sing the way both of you do. Kelsea chose Jaelen and saved Hailey.