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Monday, April 23, 2018

The Voice Season 14: The Top 12, One Night Only!

Team Adam: Rayshun Lamarr sang When Love Takes Over by David Guetta-- I love Rayhsun's energy! This was such a joyful performance, I want to hear him more, great song for him. Alicia said your passion takes over you and your talent is not to be denied. Adam said Rayshun amps it up more every week. You are the best performer in this group.

Team Kelly: Kaleb Lee sang Amazed by Lonestar-- I do enjoy Kaleb's voice but I thought this was a little bit redundant for me, it's almost like I wanted him to sing something else. I agree with Kelly, he has great tone and texture in his voice. Blake thought it was an amazing performance. Kelly said I have been such a fan of Kaleb since the blinds. I love that you picked this song, people relate to you, you're real.

Team Alicia: Jackie Foster sang Toxic by Britney Spears-- This was not my favorite Jackie Foster performance but what I loved about it is that Jackie stayed 100% true to herself as an artist. I liked the darkness of the arrangement and the way she styled it, I think sometimes though, it leaned too far from the original for me. Kelly said I love you and dream of these moments, sexy and cool. Alicia said I've been so excited about this because this is who you are and what you do.

Team Blake: Spensha Baker sang Down on My Knees by Trisha Yearwood-- That was just so soulful! I loved that, she's kind of like a country Whitney Houston. Adam said she sings with intention and soulfulness; you just have it all. Blake said I swear you're one of the best I have ever worked with. He said you're doing exactly what you're meant to do singing country music, I'm so proud to be associated with you sis.

Team Alicia: Christiana Danielle sang Say Something by A Great Big World-- Her vocals were pretty on point, there were some slip ups but in general a good performance. Again, I am always skeptical when a song deviates too much from the melody. Kelly said the low tones in your voice are magical. Alicia said I am so excited for America to get to continue to vote for you.

Team Kelly: D.R. King sang White Flag by Dido-- I initially thought it was an odd choice, but as he started singing I understood. I stuck with him. I just think he's so different. Blake said there are so many different sounds to your voice, you have such range, and so many layers. You always display all of those every time you're on the stage. Kelly said you're such an amazing vocalist, I need to hear the record you're going to make.

Team Adam: Sharane Calister sang In My Blood by Shawn Mendes-- One of the best performances of the night. This was the perfect song for her and it just came from such an honest place. Alicia said Sharane, there is something so powerful about you, there's a sadness but also a resilience. You're incredible. Adam said you have the ability to make people believe that you're telling the truth, you get us to come with you on the journey that you're on.

Team Blake: Pryor Baird sang Pickin' Wildflowers by Keith Anderson-- Pryor is always so boss on the stage. He brings it every single time, and he is so original and distinct. When I hear him, I'm like I know it's Pryor. Kelly said I feel like every time you sing you have such a great time. Blake said Pryor is to a song like a bulldozer is to trees. He said it's magic every time you're on the stage.

Team Kelly: Brynn Cartelli sang Up to the Mountain by Patti Griffin-- I did not love the way she ended the performance but she did prove to me that she deserves to be here. She really stepped it up this week with her vocals. Alicia said you're not quitting your daydream, it's such a mystery how it all comes together. Kelly said you have such crazy eclectic taste in music and you sing all of it so well, it's so crazy.

Team Adam: Jackie Verna sang I'm With You By Avril Lavigne-- Adam, nice call saving Jackie! She stepped up the game tonight! I loved this, what an amazing song choice and such a strong performance and crazy vocal range. Blake said you come with that country angle with that song. You're a great singer sis. Adam said in a weird way, I had to make this crazy decision and I chose you because of the explosiveness in your growth. That is such a hard song to do live, and you rose to it.

Team Alicia: Britton Buchanan sang Small Town by John Mellencamp-- Britton is another person I initially wasn't crazy about. Once again, major step up, great song choice. Kelly said you're like the coolest person ever, you're so old school. You were born to be on stage. Alicia said you don't need this stage, you don't need anybody, your destiny is to be here.

Team Blake: Kyla Jade sang One Night Only by Jennifer Hudson-- Kyla's performance was worldly and magical. Blake said J Hud was texting me a few minutes ago about how excited she was to be watching this. This is your moment and your time.

Christiana, Kaleb, and Britton might be in some trouble tomorrow. Who do you think is moving forward and who is going home?

Wednesday, April 18, 2018

The Voice Season 14: Team Kelly and Team Adam Perform and Who Are the Top 12?

Team Kelly:

Caleb Lee sang Die a Happy Man by Thomas Rhett-- Kelly called Caleb the best country singer on the show. 

Alexa Capelli sang Stop and Stare by One Republic-- Both Kelly and Alexa are emotional by the end of the song. Kelly says she is so proud and calls Alexa captivating. 

D.R. King sang All On My Mind by Anderson East-- D.R. put a lot into that performance, he definitely has a strong voice and wants to be there. Kelly calls D.R. so talented and it's refreshing. 

Dylan Hartigan sang Mary Jane's Last Dance-- Interesting song choice from Dylan, I was somehow less than convinced with this performance. I think I would have preferred something more contemporary from him. Kelly says that Dylan is so good looking that people seem to forget just how talented he is. 

Tish Haynes Keys sang At Last by Etta James-- Tish is old school, her performance is so soulful and genuine. She must move forward in my opinion. She looks gorgeous too. Kelly says Tish is so gifted, and she's such a phenomenal singer. 

Team Adam:

Reid Umstattd sang Long Cool Woman by the Hollies-- I loved Reid's performance, this was so raw and authentic. The more I see him, the more I feel he deserves to move forward. Adam said no one has done anything like that and that energy felt so real. 

Jackie Verna sang Once by Maren Morris-- I like Jackie a lot but that performance was a little boring for me. Adam said he is beaming with pride, you're beastly. 

Drew Cole sang Wild Horses by The Rolling Stones-- This is the best I have heard Drew in forever. I loved this. Adam said he loved Drew's arrangement on that song. 

Mia Boostrom sang Either Way by Chris Stapleton-- Hmm, Mia sounded a little off tonight. Not sure, I just wasn't feeling this. Adam said that Mia has beat the odds over and over again. 

Rayshun LaMarr sang I'm Goin' Down by Mary J. Blige-- Oh wow! I'm loving Rayshun, he is in it to win. His emotion when he sings always blows me away. He puts so much in to every performance. Adam said, you just won the week. 

Top 12
Team Blake:
Kyla Jade 
Pryor Baird Spensha Baker 


Team Kelly:

Brynn Cartelli Kaleb Lee 
  
Team Alicia:
Britton Buchanan Jackie Foster 
Christiana Daniell
Team Adam:
Sharane Calister Rayshun Lamarr Jackie Verna 

Monday, April 9, 2018

The Voice Season 14: I'm Fallin' for the last of the Knockouts

Team Alicia: Britton Buchanan sang New York State of Mind by Billy Joel vs. Dallas Caroline sang sang Bless the Broken Road by Rascal Flatts-- Britton showed more here. Dallas has a sweet voice but still seems like she has some developing to do in terms of experience on stage and vocally. Adam said he'd have to go with Britton because he wanted him on his team. Alicia felt both of them conquered something new. Alicia chose Britton because she said he seems to just keep evolving.
Alicia chose Britton

Team Kelly: D.R. King sang I Know I'm Losing You by The Temptations vs. Tish Haynes Keys sang Lady Marmalade by Patti La Belle-- I thought both of them did great. This was the perfect song for Tish. There is something really special about D.R. Adam said D.R., what you did was amazing, taking that song and making it your own, and then Tish came out and I miss you so much Tish. Blake  said D.R., we always look forward to you coming out, and Tish you came out and just blew us away.
Kelly chose D.R., and Kelly saved Tish but Adam wanted to steal her back.... Tish chose to stay with Kelly

Team Blake: Dylan Hartigan sang You Are the Best Thing by Ray LaMontagne vs. Wilkes sang The Climb by Miley Cyrus-- I actually did not love that performance from Dylan, although, at the same time, I think he is very talented. He's actually one of my favorites in the competition. Wilkes was awesome, loved his range, loved that he sang Miley. Kelly said she commends both of them. Alicia said Dylan is so smooth. Adam said Wilkes is crazy with his range and tones. Blake said both of them did what they could do.
Blake chose Wilkes, and Kelly stole Dylan

Team Adam: Gary Edwards sang Many Rivers to Cross by Jimmy Cliff and Rayshun LeMarr sand Fallin' by Alicia Keys-- Gary really took us to church, loved his song choice, so inspired. Rayshun chose a tough song, and he really made it his own. His vocals were super on point. Kelly loved Gary's song choice and performances. Blake said Rayshun, you're so full of everything. Alicia loved both guys. Adam said Rayshun, you hit those notes that you thought you couldn't, no one else on the team has your fire. Adam said Rayshun is swinging for beyond the fences.
Adam chose Rayshun and Blake stole Gary

Team Kelly: Alexa Cappeli sang Goodbye Yellow Brick Road by Elton John vs. Jorge Eduardo sang Adorn by Miguel-- So I didn't like how Alexa scooped up into the notes, especially when she was singing "Road".  Jorge definitely had the crowd on his side. Blake loves how the crowd reacts to Jorge, and he thinks Alexa is one of the best singers in the competition.
Kelly chose Alexa

Team Adam chose Reid Umstattd who sang Let Him Fly by Patty Griffin

Team Alicia: Kelsea Johnson sang Rise Up by Andra Day vs. Sharane Calister sang All I Could Do Was Cry by Etta James-- Wow! Both women were extraordinary. But for me, Sharane wins this hands down. Her voice made me watch and listen just so intently, her emotion absolutely drew me in. Adam said he wishes he could have them both. Kelly said Sharane is one of the most emotional singers on this show. Blake said Sharane, you just have those pipes, WTF! Blake said the way Kelsea's voice breaks up excited him as a listener.
Alicia chose Kelsea and Adam stole Sharane

My prediction:

I think D.R., Dylan, Rayshun, and Sharane are going to go far in this competition.

Monday, March 19, 2018

The Voice Season 14: Oh Sweet Thing, It's the Battle Rounds ;-)

Team Alicia: Jamai vs. Sharane Calister sang Mercy by Shawn Mendes-- To be honest, I was not thrilled with either but, if I had to choose, Jamai had more vocal control to me. Kelly said Sharane you had so much ache in your voice, and I'd lean towards you. Alicia said Jamai you have grown exponentially and Sharane it's like you've liked 11 lives and you're only 24. 
Alicia chose Sharane, and likened her to Beyonce 

Team Kelly: Brynn Cartelli vs. Dylan Hartigan sang Ready for It by Taylor Swift-- I thought that they were both great. Brynn had a lot of power and energy. Dylan brought a lot of personality and swag. Alicia said, I like people that get on the floor Dylan because it shows that you really want it. Adam said, are you really 14 Brynn? You're a star. I'd go with you. Blake said you're both young-- Dylan you have a good voice and Brynn you're a star, but it got pretty loud for Dylan. 
Kelly chose Brynn, and Blake stole Dylan! 


Team Blake: Jesslee vs. Kyla Jade sang One Last Time by Arianna Grande-- I think both ladies did a great job considering this song was so far out of their lane in terms of vocal style. Kelly really got into it, I could tell she was really feeling Kyla. Alicia said both of them shined and reminded Kyla not to shut down on her greatness. I think like Blake said, she is so used to being in the background that she almost isn't used to being in the lead. Blake said Kyla really had to figure out how to not be a background singer. 
Blake chose Kyla

Team Adam: Rayshun LaMarr vs. Tish Haynes Keys sang Sweet Thing by Chaka Kahn-- Wow, I don't dance, at all, ever! These two had me wanting to get up and dance. They were so good, their voices blended well and were so soulful. Kelly and Adam were up out of their seats, now this is a legit battle! Both of them deserve to move on. Adam said you both had a moment and that happened cause you were together. Kelly said Tish you remind me so much of Chaka and Aretha, I'd love both of you on my team. Alicia said you both were amazing. Adam said I love you both equally and both should be in this competition. 
Adam chose Rayshun and Kelly stole Tish


Team Alicia: Christiana Danielle vs. Shana Halligan sang Use Somebody by Kings of Leon-- I actually did not love the way they changed up that song, I wish it would have been more true to the original. Adam said that there is something very unique about Christiana. Alicia loved it and thought that they killed it. Hey, that's all that matters!
Alicia chose Christiana

Team Kelly: D.R. King vs. Jackie Foster sang Sign of the Times by Harry Styles-- Alicia said it was her fave battle so far. Oh wow, I disagree Alicia! I thought the battle from Team Adam was the best one. I will agree this was a close second. Both of them had strong voices. D.R. has an unreal falsetto, it's so clear and Jackie has so much power behind her voice. Adam said that they were astonishing, and Kelly said that she loves them both and couldn't imagine pairing them with anyone else. This was a standing ovation but all 4 coaches. Unsure why Rayshun and Tish wasn't a standing ovation as well. 
Kelly chose D.R., and there was a triple steal for Jackie
Adam said Jackie what you did is definitive. Alicia said Jackie you stood on your own, separate from D.R. Blake said I love Jackie, and reminded her about how he stole Chloe last year. 
Jackie chose Adam   


So many amazing singers tonight--- BIG voices! Who impressed me? Every battle that had a steal.... these vocalists are contenders-- Brynn, Dylan, Tish, Rayshun, D.R. King, Jackie is a dark horse. 

Monday, February 26, 2018

The Voice: Season 14, Kelly Clarkson joins as a Coach, and The Blinds Begin

Britton Buchanan sang Trouble by Ray LaMontagne-- Britton has a mature voice. Alicia turned first, and then Blake who blocked Adam turned. Britton talked about how much he loved when Adam did I love L.A. with Randy Newman and Adam is bummed that he was blocked. Adam thinks he should choose Alicia Keys. Blake admitted he blocked Adam because he wants Britton on his team so much.
Britton chose Alicia

Brynn Cartelli sang Beneath Your Beautiful by Labrinth-- Brynn is from Massachusetts and is only 14. She sounds young but she has a great voice. Kelly and Blake turned, and Kelly tells her she could win with her. Brynn admits she has been a fan of Kelly forever. Adam advocates for Kelly.
Brynn chose Kelly

Rayshun LaMarr sang Don't Stop Believing by Journey-- Wow, he had cancer, and maybe it was his life experiences but Rayshun made me believe in him. I loved this, and it was an unexpected song on him but it was the right song for him. Adam, Alicia, and Blake turned.
Rayshun chose Adam

Kyla Jade sang See Saw by Aretha Franklin-- Kelly and Blake turned. Kyla is a back up singer for J. Hud. Kyla is someone with a definite vocal style, she kind of reminds me of La'Porsha Renae in many ways. Kelly loves her sass and reminds Kyla that she has won a musical competition before. Blake doesn't say much but happens to get Kyla on his team. Kyla tells Kelly that they have Aretha in common but that Wynonna gave her her first big break so she needs to go with Blake.
Kyla chose Blake

Blaise Raccuglia sang Wanted by Hunter Hayes--  I saw where he was going with this and it was good but he didn't have enough vocal dynamics in his voice to warrant a turn.

Kelsea Johnson sang Like I'm Gonna Lose You by Meaghan Trainor-- Adam, Kelly, and Alicia turn. Adam said I am the most experienced coach. Alicia said you have talent, and I am a monster, a beast, I don't stop. Hmm, on this one, I liked her voice, but I'm not sold. I need to hear her again.
Kelsea chose Alicia

Drew Cole sang Sex and Candy by Marcy Playground-- Adam turned almost immediately, he sounds a lot like Adam with the falsetto. Blake turned near the end. Drew said he partially chose that song because of Adam's cover. Blake said that although you might choose Adam, think about choosing me. Adam seems to believe that Drew will be the winner of this whole thing. I am not sure about that, but he could get far with the right song choices.
Drew chose Adam

D.R. King sang Believer by Imagine Dragons-- D.R. was a teacher, but was not happy with that. I agree with Blake's comments; he has a powerful voice. Kelly said D.R. sang a soulful rendition of that song, and made it his own and that's why she loved it. Blake thought his voice was explosive.
D.R. chose Kelly

Caleb Lee sang Never Wanted Nothing More by Kenny Chesney-- I like Caleb, I think he was the first real performer on the stage tonight. I hadn't been moved til now. Blake said your voice is very Texas red dirt country style. He said his voice is very graveley and bluesy--- radio ready. Kelly broke out singing her hit with Jason Aldean, Don't You Wanna Stay. She was convincing!
Caleb said his kids all love Blake, so Caleb chose Blake

Makenzie Thomas sang Redbone by Childish Gambino-- Makenzie is really into singing R&B. Adam and Alicia were both close to turning.

Justin Kilgore sang Tomorrow by Chris Young-- Justin is a country singer, and what do you know, Alicia blocked Blake when he went to turn. This was a 4 chair turn! Blake said I know that's you, I got screwed. Alicia said you move my spirit, I definitely have a vision for you. Kelly said do you know Reba McEntire? My mommy in law is Reba. Adam said he will call anyone he wants him too. Do whatever you want to do because one thing is for sure, you're not choosing Blake, cause he's blocked. Blake blocked is a victory for me. With the exception of Blake Shelton who is disqualified, AMEN, who do you choose said Adam.
Justin chooses Kelly

Big Prediction: Caleb and D.R. are going far in this competition for me.