Nariyella sang One Night Only-- Wow! 4 chairs, that was so awesome. Niall said you seemed so comfortable up there. Blake said your voice is shocking. Kelly said I have also been on a show like Niall and think I would be a good coach for you. Chance said your voice is beyond your years, and she chose Chance.
Grace West sang Maybe It Was Memphis-- Grace has a great voice, I did not have any idea she was only 19. Blake and Niall pushed for Grace. Niall said your voice is impeccable and you have such sweet tones. Blake said you have this thing that artists your age don't have anymore, you have some Pam Tillis in your voice.
Katie Beth Forakis sang Ghost by Justin Bieber-- Her voice was unique. Niall and Kelly were the only ones who turned with Blake and Chance's teams full. Katie ended up going with Kelly.
Michael Ladingham and Dasha performed but no one turned.
Talia Smith sang Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing-- The song choice was terrible but I love Talia's energy and with that she became the singer to complete Niall's team. I hope going into future rounds Niall chooses songs to better compliment her voice, I don't think I would have chosen her based on song choice alone.
Mariah Kalia sang Idon'twannabeyouanymore by Billie Eilish-- Wow that was a hot performance! Oh my gosh, her voice and the dynamics were just so far beyond her years. Niall and Chance turned early on. Chance says he is blown away and wants to spend time learning her influences. Niall feels like he heard a young Amy Winehouse. Kelly said it is about who is going to bring out the best version of you. She chose Chance
Kylee Dayne sang Fallingwater by Maggie Rogers-- Chance and Blake pushed and then Niall hit his button at the end. I wasn't feeling the song choice, I didn't think it was the best in terms of showcasing her voice. Chance says she is the textbook definition of a star. Niall said she sounded a lot like Florence from Florence and the Machine. Blake said it's his last season as a coach on The Voice after 12 years. Kylee chose Blake
Joe with the Flow sang Mystery of Love by -- No one turned but yet he was so memorable! I hope he comes back.
Gina Miles sang The One That Got Away by Katy Perry-- Kelly and Niall turned. Gina has this quiet voice but her singing voice is so big and powerful. Niall comments on how she grips the microphone with two hands and says he used to do that. Niall says Kelly is one of the best voices of the past ten generations but he can coach to feeling and character and Gina has both of those. Gina picks Niall
Kason Lester sang Let's Start Over by Daughtry-- I kept going between loving it and feeling like he was just missing. He had a great rock voice but I felt like he was just outside the pocket. Blake was the only one who pushed.
JB Somers sang Case of You by Joni Mitchell-- I love his voice, it's really different and cool. Kelly said you are gonna make it to the finale. Chance said I respected your high register. My friend James Blake covered that song. I think he would be good on either Kelly or Chance's team. JB goes with Kelly.
Alison Bailey sang by Lauren Daigle-- No one turned, everyone urged her to come back and work on her lower register.
Ray Uriel sang Glimpse of Us-- Chance turns at the last minute and is the only coach to turn. Could Ray turn out to be someone who makes it to the live shows? Chance comments on his radio ready voice.
Alyssa Lazar sang Maybe I'm Amazed-- She also ended up on Team Chance
Rachel Christine sang Uninvited by Alanis Morrisette-- I love this song. She's awesome. I love female rockers. Chance turned and Kelly turned at the last moment. Kelly said Alanis is one of her favorites and she did not disappoint. Kelly said if I were your coach I'd want you to be more wild with parts of it. Blake said Chance has been waiting to talk for 15 minutes. Chance said I turned first and I want to win this whole show. You have an amazing tone. Rachel chose Kelly
Domenica Coka sang When I Look At You by Miley Cyrus-- No one turned, her voice was a little shouty. Kelly said it was pitchy and urged her to come back.
Cait Martin sang As It Was by Harry Styles-- One of my fave Voice auditions EVER. She is amazing. I love how she made such a memorable and well known song hers. Her tone and dynamics are just fire. I literally felt every emotion with that performance. All the coaches turned! Kelly, then Niall, and Blake and Chance turned towards the end. Kelly said your range, that was high, and you did that so effortlessly. Blake said I am tired but I would love to go out with a win on this thing. I can dig down deep and find the energy and passion to win the Voice. Niall said I was blown away, you like storyteller type music and that's what I do for a living. You had so many dynamic and beautiful moments in the song. Chance said if you want to win, you should ride with me. Cait chose Kelly
These were my faves from tonight-- Hopefully we'll see some of them in the Top 26.
Mariah Faith sang Whenever You Come Around by Vince Gill and I Can't Make You Love Me by Bonnie Raitt-- I absolutely LOVE Mariah's story and she is relevant, but I question whether or not her voice is going to be strong enough to get her through this competition.
Nailyah Serenity sang My Man by Barbara Streisand from Funny Girl-- Nailyah conjures Nina Simone and Ella Fitzgerald. This song beautifully showcased her vocal abilities. She took a song that was Broadway but gave it a jazz feel. Lionel said that was "heavy navigation" and he thoroughly enjoyed it.
PJAE (Peter Gomez) sang Mirror by Madison Ryann Ward-- What a performance, PJAE was truly connected to the song. Katy called it so many things-- beautiful, effortless, emotional, angelic, sad and painful. We felt every emotion in that song. Lionel said I'd like to thank you for healing our family.
Warren Peay sang To The Table by Zach Williams-- Warren has such a Chris Stapleton vibe. Lionel said his voice cut through. Luke thought it was badass. Lionel even thinks he could be top ten worthy. Katy compared him to a Christian Chris Stapleton.
Paige Anne sang What About Us by Pink-- She has a gorgeous voice, very poised for 16 years old. She got some great tips from runner up David Archuleta and her voice really soars.
Ophrah Kablan sang Baby I Love You by Aretha Franklin-- I love her old school approach to singing. Her range is awesome, and she just sings with such conviction. Lionel said you became our salvation. They all said yes!
I also cannot wait to see single mom Fire return to American Idol after Katy gave her a second chancde to come back and audition at the Nashville auditions.
Kate Cosentino sang I Say a Little Prayer-- She has a unique sound and she looks like an artist from the 80s. Kelly, Chance, and Niall all turned pretty much at the same time. Kelly said you have a pretty alto register, kinda lullaby-ish. Niall said there is an already made star in there. Chance made his pitch but went back and added how much he wants her on his team.
Al Boogie sang T-R-O-U-B-L-E-- He was unique but no one turned around.
Chloe Abbott sang How Deep is Your Love by The Bee Gees-- Chance said she sounded like Anita Baker and Nora Jones. She was great! I don't know why more people didn't turn. She reminded me of Kelly Rowland. Chloe said I am glad he took a "chance" on me.
Marcos Covos Tu Solo Tu-- Kelly turned right at the beginning and Blake turned at the last second. Marcos has such a big personality and a voice to match. He is so cool. Kelly said she loves when people sing in Spanish and she felt the passion from him. Blake said he was incredible and judging by the reaction from the audience he knew that what was happening on stage must be good.
Tiana Goss sang Emotion by The Bee Gees-- Woah! She was awesome, and she got better as the performance went on. Niall was the only one who turned. Niall said you picked a song that was well suited for your vocals, and Chance was vibin' beside me.
Mary Kate Connor sang Stars by Grace Potter and the Nocturnals-- Mary Kate has such a pretty voice, I kept looking at Niall and thinking he was going to turn around. Blake turned first and then Kelly on this one. Kelly said it was beautiful and tender, you didn't slide into it, you hit it head on. Blake said your voice is soft and angelic, and then he asked Niall to do an impersonation of him. She chose Blake and he said America is just going to be in love with you.
Some great ones tonight. I feel like just about all of them have potential to go far in this competition. Particularly love Tiana's fight, she took her notes last year and came back with a song that really showcased her vocals. Kate seems fun and a pairing of her and Niall may be magic. I won't count out Mary Kate's Americana feel.
I didn't get to post this on Oscar night because the show ran so late that by the time American Idol was to be on I was asleep. There was some great talent that night, but there were three contestants in particular that I found worthy of getting to the live showcases.
In no particular order--
Hannah Nicolaisen sang To Make Me Feel Your Love by Bob Dylan-- this young woman just started singing a few months ago, her ability is immense. Katy said, I don't think you even realize what you have. Lionel told Hannah that a unique voice like hers is what they pray for. Luke told her she is born to sing.
Tripp Taylor sang I Believe it to My Soul by Ray Charles-- WOW! This young man is a complete throwback to a time long before himself. He seems to have such ease when he sings and his rasp is so cool. Luke appreciates how he attacks the mic. Katy said he has the "it" factor. Lionel praises his stage presence.
Colt Glover sang Rock Salt and Nails by Flatt & Scruggs-- Colt has a great country voice, a cool vibe, and he comes across as so humble. He was nervous but his authenticity made up for it. Katy said he is the best country singer that they have seen so far and said he was top ten worthy. Luke said he was happy that Colt was there with them. Lionel said that they are going to teach him what to do with his hands.
**Let's see how I do, but I think these three are great talents!
Ryley Tate Wilson sang Dancing On My Own by Robyn-- At 15, wow, the poise, and the experience that he sings with is truly beyond his years. He is a well deserved four chair turn. Niall said Ryley my head nearly exploded, that was the best audition we've heard so far. Kelly said your tone is incredible. Your runs weren't planned, they were felt. Chance said I loved how you improvised with the runs and how much control there was. Blake said you pick me as your coach, and I will quit coaching after this season because I got you on my team. Ryley picked Niall.
Jamar Langley sang Try Me-- Jamar has that old school R&B throwback type of voice and vibe. I knew Blake would be drawn to that type of artist, but I am excited to see what Chance is going to do with him. Jamar chose Chance.
Allie Keck sang Paris (Oohh La La) by Grace Potter & The Nocturnals-- Blake turned right away and then Kelly turned. What happened with Niall and Chance? She was amazing. She totally rocked, and I loved her voice and her attitude. Kelly loved how her voice projects. Blake said I am thinking vintage rock from the 70s and 80s and do a twist on it. I wanna blow it out one last time as a coach and I wanna do it with you, come on Allie. Wow! Allie chose Kelly, I would have gone with Blake on this one.
Jayda Klink sang No Air by Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown-- Wow, no one turned, she was good, but there were some nerves.
Walker Wilson sang Hurricane -- I really liked Walker's voice, I am somewhat shocked that no one else turned. Blake said you have a grit to what you do. You're on the right track with that sound. Kelly said yea that's what it is, I'm scared to go up against you Blake, I'm trying to help out grandpa on his last season.
Ali sang Killing Me Softly with His Songs-- Kelly and Chance turned straight away. I like how she transformed the song in so many cool ways. Chance said I am so stunned to hear that you're hearing impaired. Chance said I would love to hear you sing some gospel and Ali said she grew up singing it. I am shocked that she went with Kelly.
Manessah Simone sang I Will Rise Up by Andra Day-- Chance was the only one who turned. Manessah returned after not getting any chair turns last season. I feel like she definitely took the judges notes and worked on her verbratto. I'm happy for her.
Jerome Godwin III sang pov by Ariana Grande-- His voice is so unique and what an original song choice. Kelly and Niall both turned. Niall loved the dynamics in his voice. He ended up choosing Niall.
EJ Michels sang Easy on Me by Adele-- His tone!!! OMG! I love his full voice. He also has an amazing falsetto. Chance turned and was real surprised, and Blake turned just before the end of the performance. Chance said I want to hear you sing some Maxwell or D'Angelo. Blake said hi EJ, I know where Utah is. Your voice is so raw and honest, emotionally it kind of had me on the edge. Chance said I might be 100 from the field. EJ chose Blake!
Sophia Hoffman sang Amor Eterno-- Kelly advised her perfectly she needs to pick a song that shows the highs and lows of her voice. I think her performance was too old fashioned and pageanty.
Laura Littleton sang Sign of the Times by Harry Styles-- Three chair turn, she was good, she has that folksy voice. Everyone turned except Chance. Blake is upset that Kelly blocked him. Kelly said it's like Dolly meets Florence and the Machine. Niall said I like the natural shakes you have in your voice. The song is not an obvious pop song, it's a bit left. And you're a bit left. Laura picked Niall..... bahahaha Kelly wasted her block.
Here's my best dressed list for the Oscars this year!
nb. this is in no particular order.
Monica Barbaro in Elie Saab Haute Couture, Monica is stunning in a plunging v neck dress in light blue and maroon.
Ana de Armas appropriately channeled "Old Hollywood" in a scalloped mermaid style Louis Vuitton gown
Austin Butler is my pic for Men's wear this year in sleek black velvet Saint Laurent
Elizabeth Olsen is sultry and sexy in a gorgeous halter back cowl neck black Givenchy gown
Fan Bingbing who hasn't attended the Oscars in years dazzled in a silver/ champagne and emerald green Tony Ward Couture gown. The complete ensemble was reminiscent of Old Hollywood.
Vanessa Hudgens was simple, yet stunning in a strapless Chanel gown complete with her engagement ring
Nobel Peace Prize Winner Malala made her Oscar debut wearing a gorgeous silver hooded Ralph Lauren gown
Janelle Monae is always beautiful and always so unique, her ensemble tonight was no exception. Just look at this gorgeous Vera Wang gown adding a pop of color.
Fave couple of the night --- Nicole Kidman (who is almost always on my best dressed list) and her sweet hubby Keith Urban. Nicole looked exquisite in a one armed Armani Prive gown. How super gorgeous!
