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Monday, November 28, 2016

The Top 10 Perform on The Voice Season 11

Team Adam: Billy Gilman sang Anyway by Martina McBride-- Coaches are on their feet again. That was unreal! Just when I thought he couldn't stretch his voice further he did. It was amazing. Blake thought his range was incredible. Miley said he may be the winner of the Voice. Adam said you still astound me, I can't explain how special what we just heard was.

Team Blake: Courtney Harrell sang Turn Back Time by Cher-- Alicia likes the partnership that Blake and Courtney have created. Blake said your stage presence and personality really came out. I feel like Courtney does continue to grow but with everyone growing at such a quick level I am unsure if she will be left behind.

Team Adam: Josh Gallagher sang Real Good Man by Tim McGraw-- I loved that song choice for him I love the whole performance. Alicia said she loves watching Josh perform. Adam said you've been really consistent and everyone loves you. I was blown away by you, and a country star was born on that stage tonight.

Team Miley: Aaron Gibson sang Rocket Man by Elton John-- Adam said he loves what Aaron does and is a huge fan of his voice and will continue to be even after the show. Miley said she loves that he is true to who he is as an artist. I love that she made the reference to Dave Matthews cause that's definitely who I hear when Aaron sings.

Team Alicia: Christian Cuevas sang Million Reasons by Lady Gaga-- Blake thought that his performance was timely. I love that you ended that in a different way. Alicia felt that an artist was born tonight and that Christian truly touched everyone watching. I loved this, I thought the song was perfect for him, it seemed like he really felt it.

Team Blake: Austin Allsup sang Missing You by John Waite-- Austin has really become one of my personal favorites on the show, I am routing for him to make it to the finals, I think he's that good. He belongs in country music and on the radio right now. Miley said it was one of her favorite Austin performances. Blake said you took a classic and made it your own, that was really good.

Team Alicia: We McDonald sang God Bless the Child by Billie Holiday-- Unreal, what a magical performance. It was one of my favorites tonight. Alicia said, oh my gosh, there's no one like you. It's beautiful to appreciate and honor who you are.

Team Adam: Brendan Fletcher sang True Colors by Cyndi Lauper-- That was powerful. Brendan took me from being a fan to being a believer, I love that he took a classic 80s song and made it relevant now. Miley said you made that my favorite new song that I am going to listen to on repeat.

Team Blake: Sundance Head sang Me and Jesus by Tom T. Hall-- Sundance is another guy that completely belongs in this competition. I loved how that was like a gospel song in church. Alicia said you have my heart Sundance, every time you sing, I am at home. Blessings. Blake said I want to congratulate you, we've never experienced anything like that on this show. Everyone has their own relationship with God and your performance means a lot.

Team Miley: Ali Caldwell sang Without You by Mariah Carey-- I am going to say Ali did just enough tonight to keep her safe from going home. She is going to see another week. I thought this was a great song choice to showcase her vocals.

My prediction for bottom 2 is Courtney and Aaron



Monday, November 21, 2016

The Top 11: Season 11 of The Voice

Team Miley: Ali Caldwell singing 9 to 5 by Dolly Parton-- Adam said he was glad to hear Ali do a country song. Blake said he was so impressed and that was so much fun. Blake felt the Tina Turner touches brought it to a new place. Miley said Ali is such a star. I personally loved the performance, I thought she was great. The song fit her well.

Team Blake: Sundance Head singing No One by Alicia Keys-- Alicia loved it! Wow, it was so good, obviously completely different, but completely amazing. Alicia said you made me listen to my song in a whole new way. Music is so powerful. Blake said, Sundance you should feel really proud of yourself right now. That was so powerful, and I think it was a breakout moment on our stage.

Team Miley: Aaron Gibson singing Hurt by Nine Inch Nails-- Adam said your voice is crazy and bravo to your coach cause that was the perfect song choice for you. Miley said I pretend I never listen to Adam but I do, he said he wanted to see you care, and you do. I liked it and thought it was strong, I don't think I was as enthusiastic as Adam and Miley, but I felt like it was a strong performance that showcased his unique vocal.

Team Blake: Courtney Harrell singing What I Did For Love from A Chorus Line-- I loved her performance, it was very obvious that she is connected to this song. I did feel that in certain points, it sounded like she was screaming. Blake said there is no one who wants this more than Courtney. Blake thinks she will definitely be around for another week.

Team Adam: Josh Gallagher singing Drunk on Your Love by Brett Eldredge -- Miley said I love the way you interact with the audience on stage, I felt like we were at your concert. Adam said you're so refreshing to me, you connect better than anyone. Josh is one of my personal favorites in this competition and I agree with both Miley and Adam's assessments.

Team Adam: Billy Gilman singing All I Ask by Adele-- Billy just continues to show so many different sides of himself. He displayed so much vulnerability tonight, it was amazing. Blake said you never hit a bad note, it's so good, and I'm happy for you. Adam said that is impressive and you made me feel something, it felt pure, real, and honest. You're everything that "the voice" stands for.

Team Alicia: Christian Cuevas singing Roseanna by Toto-- Miley said it was great that he brought a different style and energy to the song. Alicia said your voice is so big, like crystal, pure tone, there's no denying it. I liked Christian a lot, this was a cool rendition of an old song, He definitely took it and made it contemporary.

Team Blake: Austin Allsup singing Turn the Page by Bob Seger-- Wow, that was one of my favorite performances of the night. Adam said it was by far his best performance on the show. That was such a cool song and such a great arrangement of that song. Blake said I was on the edge of my seat. You have to stay in this competition, you're such a badass.

Team Miley: Darby Walker singing You Don't Own Me by Lesley Gore-- I did not love this performance at all. I felt like her vocal control was not very good at all. Definitely felt shouty and off pitch at points. Alicia liked her falsetto at the end and Miley spoke a lot about the meaning of the song.

Team Adam: Brendan Fletcher singing The River by Bruce Springsteen-- I agree with Blake, Brendan has a great storytelling voice. He really makes us feel the meaning of this song. Blake actually says he is jealous that Brendan is on Adam's team and wants to hear him sing a country song. Adam tells everyone that Brendan has really got it and America has to vote for him.

Team Alicia: We McDonald singing Must Be Love on the Brain by Rihanna-- We is singing one of my fave songs on the radio right now and one of my fave ever Rihanna songs. The song lends itself perfectly to We's style as a singer. Alicia sings her praises and says that We always comes with "it". She has so much potential and she deserves to soar.

Who is in the bottom three?

Darby Walker, Christian Cuevas, and Courtney Harrell or Aaron Gibson

Monday, November 14, 2016

The Voice Season 11: The Top 12

Team Blake: Sundance Head singing My Church by Maren Morris-- I loved hearing a guy's take on that song. I loved Mary Sarah singing it last season and I loved Sundance singing it this season. Miley feels he was  meant to be on a big stage like this.

Team Miley: Darby Walker singing Ruby Tuesday by The Rolling Stones-- I didn't love the song choice for her, but her voice had nice tone and inflection in it. I loved the breathy quality in her voice. Blake loved the raspy quality in her voice. Miley loved the freedom in her voice.

Team Alicia: Christian Cuevas singing The Scientist by Coldplay-- Loved Christian, didn't think this was his jam. The song was a little strange on him, but he did a good job nonetheless. Adam loved it and said he believes every song he sings.

Team Alicia: Sa'Rayah singing Living on a Prayer by Bon Jovi-- This was such a great interpretation of classic rock song. Blake said Sa'Rayah was hitting such big notes that the look on her face was like she couldn't believe it.

Team Adam: Billy Gilman singing Show Must Go On by Queen-- What an amazing performance, from start to finish, Billy's vocals were so impressive. This was a tour de force performance in which he did not make one misstep. Blake said as great as you were as a kid, you're a million times better as an adult, you've held on to your talent. Adam said you're truly special, that's why all four coaches were on their feet, this is just the beginning for you.

Team Blake: Austin Allsup singing Do Right Woman, Do Right Man by Aretha Franklin-- This was one of my favorite performances of the night. I felt like it bled authenticity; it just felt so real. Miley says she can't believe the notes he is hitting. Blake says there is a new movement of country artists coming up and he'll be damned if Austin can't sing better than them.

Team Alicia: We McDonald singing Take Me to Church by Hozier-- This was another performance that was amazing. We rocked out on this song, it seemed to be made for her. Alicia said that We is the real deal and she is right.

Team Miley: Aaron Gibson singing Hollywood Forever Cemetery Sings by Father John Misty-- I didn't love the song choice but I do love the fact that Aaron has such a unique and original voice, and I can appreciate him staying true to who he is as an artist. Adam said he has the responsibiltiy to be s singer, and Miley says he chose the right song for himself.

Team Blake: Courtney Harrell singing I Don't Wanna Miss A Thing by Aerosmith-- I was left wanting a little more from this performance than I got. I was waiting for her to hit that HUGE note, and it just didn't happen. Blake felt she had a moment as a singer that she earned and feels she deserved this opportunity.

Team Adam: Josh Gallagher singing Why by Jason Aldean-- I loved that, it was very touching and I could tell that Josh really felt that performance and worked so hard for it. Blake said you deserve to be in this competition, really good job. Adam said you're a pleasure, no one works harder than you. I can learn so much from you and Garth, and I am very proud to have you on my team.

Team Miley: Ali Caldwell singing Did I Ever Love You by Leonard Cohen-- I didn't love the song, but I loved her and I loved her voice. The song was too theatrical but Ali is a star and there is a reason that every coach was on their feet. Alicia felt she made the song timeless. Miley said I trust you and thank you for trusting me.

Team Adam: Brendan Fletcher singing Whipping Post by The Allman Brothers Band-- Blake said it's exciting to see Aaron and Brendan's voices on this show. Adam said this guy deserves to be voted through so please vote for him.

Darby, Christian, and Courtney are my bottom three and one of them could be eliminated.

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

The Voice Season 11: The Knockouts Are Show-Stopping

Team Blake: Bindi Liebowitz singing  vs. Courtney Harrell singing River Deep Mountain High by Tina Turner-- I was impressed with Courtney, there literally seemed to be no limit to her voice. She belted the entire way through yet never sounded out of breath. There was tons of passion in her performance, I believed her. Bindi was good, I love her rasp and growl but for some reason, I didn't believe her. Adam said Bindi has confidence and that's what makes her great. Courtney you should never be singing backup for anyone again. Alicia thought Courtney grabbed this because she showed a little more than Bindi did. Blake said Courtney is going to be a problem for these other teams.
Blake chose Courtney

Team Adam: Billy Gilman singing Fight Song by Rachel Platten vs. Ponceano Seone singing I See Fire by Ed Sheeran-- Ponciano may have had his best performance ever, but it seems like Billy can't stop, his performance was so natural and organic. Ponceano was a little lost in the performance and found his way at the end but it was a little bit too late. Everyone seemed to feel like Billy's voice was amazing and I agree.
Adam chose Billy

Team Alicia: Belle Jewel singing Don't Dream It's Over by Crowded House vs. Christian Cuevas singing Superstar by Luther Vandross-- Belle's performance had a whimsical quality to it. I felt like it was her best to date. I feel like Christian listened to the coaches critiques including Faith and Tim. Miley likes that Belle knows who she is, and felt like Christian was singing to her . Adam said he is obsessed with Christian's voice. Blake said he is mad that Alicia put them together because he likes both of them. Alicia said I love your voice Belle. Christian you worked hard for this.
Alicia chose Christian and Miley stole Belle

Tuesday, October 11, 2016

The Voice Season 11: The Battles Continue

Team Miley: Lane Mack vs. Sophia Urista singing Money by Pink Floyd-- Blake felt Lane came out swinging from the beginning and he'd pick her. Alicia liked Sophia's performance quality and as a result, she would pick her. Miley thinks Lane is a beast but Sophia is a performer at heart. I didn't love the performance to be honest so I am unsure who wins this, but I think I would go with Sophia.
Miley chose Sophia

Team Blake: Courtney Harrell vs. Ethan Tucker singing Gravity by John Mayer-- I loved the gravelly sound in Ethan's voice. Courtney had a ton of soul, I loved her and I would pick her. Miley surprisingly said she would pick Ethan. Adam felt they were both very locked in to each other. Blake thinks Ethan's natural sound catches people's attention. He felt like Courtney did a lot of different things and Ethan allowed her to.
Blake chose Courtney

Lightning Rounds:

Team Adam: Ponciano Seoane vs. Elia Esparza singing Tenerife Sea by Ed Sheeran, Adam chose Ponciano

Team Miley: Josette Diaz vs. Charity Bowden singing She's Got You by Patsy Cline, Miley chose Josette

Team Miley: Khaliya Kimberlie vs. Maye Thomas singing For What It's Worth by Stephen Stills, Miley chose Maye

Team Alicia: Dave Moisan vs. Michael Sanchez singing Valerie by Amy Winehouse-- Blake thought Michael's performance was the best of the day and he won that battle because it was a total surprise, his voice sounded so seasoned. Alicia liked Michael beautiful round voice, and Dave I love your falsetto that reminds me of Smokey Robinson. I gotta say, Michael definitely impressed me, and when he was singing I found myself looking up and staring at the TV.
Alicia chose Michael and Adam stole Dave..... Adam said he missed him last time around, but now he is where he belongs.

Keep your eyes on: Courtney Harrell, Josette Diaz, and Michael Sanchez

Monday, October 3, 2016

The Voice Season 11: The Blinds Come to a Close

Whitney and Shannon sang Landslide by Fleetwood Mac-- Four chair turn, that was pretty unreal, the harmonies were fierce. Adam said you can't teach harmonizing like that. Blake said the only other time this was successful was on his team with The Swon Brothers. Alicia said the world needs the two of you. Miley tried to sell herself on their matching musical styles. Alicia said the two of them transcend genre.
Whitney and Shannon chose Alicia

Johnny Rez sang Iris by The Goo Goo Dolls-- Adam and Blake waited til the end to turn. Adam said he wanted to help Johnny refine his falsetto. Johnny said he loves country, but he covers Maroon 5 a lot. Blake was calling for and saying Johnny come home.
Johnny chose Adam

Maye Thomas sang Roses by The Chainsmokers-- Interesting, Adam and Miley turned. Blake said this sounds like a Miley thing. Adam said a voice like yours relies on being different. I will be truthful with you as your coach. Miley felt motivated to move with her. I think she definitely has a different style about her, I am just not sure if I was feeling her, she is going to have to convince me in the next round.
Maye chose Miley

Johnny Hayes sang Traveller-- no one turned

Courtney Harrell sang Let it Be by James Bay-- Blake said he has mad respect for her voice. Alicia understands why she put herself aside for so long but understands why. I loved her voice, it was so strong and I can see her true artistry. She mentioned that she believed that Blake truly believes in her.
Courtney chose Blake

Tara Layne went to Team Blake
Charity Bowden went to Team Mylie
J Soul went to Team Adam
Belle Jewel went to Team Alicia

Kylie Rothfield sang Wherever I Go by One Republic-- Blake and Alicia turned at the last minute. I liked this girl, thought that she sounded a little bit different, I definitely listen for that. Adam said he is sorry he didn't turn. Alicia said Kylie had a unique, beautiful voice, and she wanted her to fill her last spot on her team.
Kylie chose Alicia

Natasha Bure sang I Can't Help Falling in Love with You by Elvis Presley-- Candace Cameron of Full House is her mom. Natasha had a unique and breathy voice. I loved what she did with that song. It was original and you can tell Natasha is thoughtful when it comes to music. Surprisingly Adam was the only one to turn. He said that all Natasha needs is some confidence.
Adam chose Natasha

Blaine Long sang Have a Little Faith in Me-- Miley and Blake both turned, followed by Adam. Blaine surprised me, his performance was so strong. Miley loved his simplicity. Blaine said he writes all his own songs, and Blake said he may not be the best singer but he has written some  good songs over the years. Adam said it would be a fairy tale ending for him if he filled the last spot on his team.
Blaine chose Blake

Nicholas Ray sang I've Got the Music in Me-- No one turned.

Ponciano Sedane sang Home by Phillip Phillips-- Adam and Miley both turned. This guy is excellent, and the song clearly means something to him, he is feeling it. Blake said I am sorry my button is deactivated which means you're stuck with one of these two. Adam said you're spectacular and soulful at the root of who you are. Miley said their similarities don't matter at the end of the day because she's there to help him grow.
Ponciano chose Adam

Josette Diaz sang Love Yourself by Justin Bieber-- This young lady was really good. She deserved 4 chairs to be honest but that couldn't happen because Miley was the only person left. Josette got tons of great comments from the all the coaches.
Miley chose Josette