Davison sang To Love Somebody by The Bee Gees-- All the coaches debated turning but only Adam and Blake did. I agreed with Alicia's comment that he has a storyteller type of voice. Blake said you have a vintage quality to your voice. Adam said before I released my first album I listened to the Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, and if that's the kind of record you wanna make, I know who you are. Blake promised that Davison would be the centerpiece of his team.
Davison chose Adam
Jaclyn Lovey sang Can't Help Falling In Love by Elvis Presley-- She may have been the person I have liked the most so far this season. At 16, wow, I loved her interpretation of that song. I loved the liberties she took with that song, her courage to change and add her own nuances. One of my favorites, loved this! Blake and Alicia turned. Blake said as I was listening to you singing, I was picturing myself riding a unicorn and holding a care bear.
Jaclyn chose Alicia
Sophia Dion sang What A Man-- No one turned, there were some pitch issues here. Kelly said she was looking for a little extra. Blake said the lyrics needed to be cleaned up a little.
Molly Stevens sang Heavenly Day by Patti Griffin-- Blake and Kelly turned almost immediately. Kelly said do you want to do soulful country rock? Kelly said I love all genres of music. Adam said Kelly would be a great fit for you, and Blake said how am I not surprised you said that. Truthfully, I felt like I didn't love her as much as they did. I almost felt like her voice was too husky!
Molly chose Kelly.... Blake dodged a bullet
Dylan Hartigan sang Danny's Song by Loggins and Messina-- I liked his voice, but I did NOT like the song choice. He's into folk rock. I have never been a huge fan of that song. His voice seems versatile though and Kelly was the only coach to turn, so we have a match!
Kelly chose Dylan
Pryor Baird sang I Don't Need No Doctor by Ray Charles-- Pryor has so much soul! There is a bluesy feel to his voice and there's this grit and rasp in his vocal. Adam loved the way he sang and played, and believes Pryor would be at home on his team. Blake said you're an incredible vocalist, you have that weathered sound, and I want you on my team. Alicia said you have such power and range.
Pryor chose Blake
My prediction: I see Jaclyn and Pryor making big strides in this competition and being around for a good while! ;-)
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
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.
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.
Sunday, February 25, 2018
Olympic Inspirations: Pyeong Chang 2018
Since I was a child, I have been captivated and inspired by the Olympic Games. As I got older, I imagined myself as an Olympic reporter, there on the sidelines, being mesmerized by the power of these athletes being on such a large stage--- the world's stage!
I am still mesmerized and I still watch in awe.
Pyeong Chang has had its ups and downs, the wonky 19 hour time difference has made it tough at times to watch the main events without staying up too late. What has not changed is the stories that have come along with the Games.
At only 17 years of age, Red Gerard won the first gold medal in these Games for Team U.S.A. The snowboarder, who didn't have a coach til he was 13, wiped out on his second run, and yet despite that, came back to win gold in Men's Slopestyle. Gerard's family looked on in surprise and then celebrated on the sidelines when he stuck his third run and earned an 87.16!
Snowboarding: Men's Slopestyle
1. Red Gerard, USA, 87.16
2. Max Parrot, Canada, 86.00
3. Mark McMorris, Canada, 85.20
Chris Mazdzer won a silver medal in Men's Singles Luge; this is the first medal for Team U.S.A. in this event! The Massachusetts native finished 13th in the 2014 and 2010 Games, and was determined to make his mark in Pyeong Chang. He had his breakthrough moment in 2015-16 when he won 2 World Cup races and finished 4th at Worlds!
Luge: Men's Singles
1. David Gleirscher, Austria, 3:10.702
2. Chris Mazdzer, U.S.A., +.026
3. Johannes Ludwig, Germany, +.230
Jamie Anderson has been one of the most fun athletes for me to watch during these Games. You can tell that she has a true love for her sport and is genuinely happy when other athletes do awesome tricks. She won the first Slopestyle medal at the 2014 Games and this time around she repeated in her event, and added another event. Big Air made it's debut at these Games and Jamie finished second, winning a gold and silver medal in Pyeong Chang. Jamie has undoubtedly been the most consistent female rider in Slopestyle but is now being pushed to do more difficult tricks by competitors like Anna Gasser (who won gold in Big Air), and Julia Marino (fellow U.S. teammate) who is always ready to take a risk. At only 27 years of age, Jamie could return in 4 years to defend her title. Her teammate Hailey Langland said, "what I admire most about Jamie is her resistance to failure".
Snowboard: Women's Slopestyle
1. Jamie Anderson, U.S.A., 83.0
2. Laurie Blouin, Canada, 76.33
3. Enni Rukajarvi, Finland, 75.38
Snowboard: Women's Big Air
1. Anna Gasser, Austria, 89 + 96 = 185
2. Jamie Anderson, U.S.A, 90 + 87.25 = 177.25
3. Zoi Sadowski Synnott, New Zealand, 65.50 + 92 = 157.50
The Figure Skating team event brought out the best in every team, but at the end it was Canada who shined the brightest taking home a gold for figure skating veterans -- Patrick Chan (men's), Tessa Virtue & Scott Moir (ice dance) who have become the most decorated Figure Skating Olympians in Olympic history! More on them and their amazing partnership later! The U.S.A. represented well with solid performances from Adam Rippon who definitely made a name for himself in these Olympics by being tough, personable, and outspoken. The Shib Sibs, Alex and Maia, showed why they are one of the up and coming teams in ice dance.
Figure Skating: Team Event
1. Canada, 73
2. Olympic Athletes from Russia, 66
3. U.S.A., 62
This post isn't all about amazing U.S. athletes, Ireen Wuest from The Netherlands is a LEGEND in Speedskating. She has won 11 medals, more than any Olympic Speedskater. She picked up three medals at this Games, 1 gold and 2 silver. She picked up a gold in the Women's 1,500, and silvers in the Women's 3,000 and the Team Pursuit.
Ireen Wuest is not the only female speedskater to make history, Arianna Fontana from Italy became the youngest Italian Olympic medalist in Sochi 2006 at only 15! In this Olympics she picked up one of each medal proving that she is not slowing down and has more career to come.
Short Track: Women's 500m
1. Arianna Fontana, Italy, 42.569
2. Yara Van Kerkhof, The Netherlands, +.687
3. Kim Boutin, Canada, +1.312
One of the big personalities at this Olympic Games was Snowboarder Chloe Kim. The daughter of Korean immigrants, Kim's gold medal in Women's Halfpipe, was particularly special because it happened in Pyeong Chang. Viewers found Kim relatable, tweeting about being hungry and wanting some ice cream in between runs during her competition. Despite her "hanger" pains, Kim never lost the #1 spot in qualifying or the finals. She also became the youngest female to win a snowboarding medal at 17....another athlete with a bright future ahead of her.
Snowboarding: Women's Halfpipe
1. Chloe Kim. U.S.A., 98.25
2. Jiayu Liu, China, 89.75
3. Arielle Gold, U.S.A., 85.75
4. Kelly Clark, U.S.A., 83.50
Unfortunately, few events pass without there being some sort of controversy. This Olympics had the Russian doping scandal and Shaun White winning a gold in Men's Halfpipe again. This was a comeback from Sochi where White finished off the medal stand. The controversy wasn't in White winning, but rather something that surfaced from White's past regarding a former band member and harassment claims that were settled out of court. It's hard for me to believe that the athlete, once dubbed a boy wonder nicknamed the "flying tomato" would ever be involved in something of this nature. Whether or not it is true remains to be proven. White ducked questions with reporters regarding this issue saying he'd rather not focus on this. What is not in question and can be proven is White's commitment to the sport that has been such an integral part of his life for so long.
Snowboarding: Men's Halfpipe
1. Shaun White, U.S.A., 97.75
2. Ayumu Hirano, Japan, 95.25
3. Scotty James, Australia, 92.00
4. Ben Ferguson, U.S.A., 90.75
Mikaela Shiffrin had BIG plans coming into these games. She was potentially looking to medal in 5 events, slalom, giant slalom, super g, downhill, and combined. Because of the unsteady weather conditions, namely wind and cold, the alpine events got pushed off and scheduled closer and closer together. Shiffrin became exhausted just trying to qualify for the finals. She missed medaling in Slalom, her favorite event, and withdrew from the Downhill siting that she didn't have time to prepare. At 22 years of age, Shiffrin most likely has 2-3 more Olympics in her. Lindsay Vonn has said she will retire and doesn't plan to be competing in Beijing in 2022. It will be Shiffrin's torch to carry, and in a sport like Alpine Skiing where the U.S. doesn't have many prospects right now, her talent and commitment will be more important than ever.
Alpine Skiing: Women's Giant Slalom
1. Mikaela Shiffrin, U.S.A., 2:20.02
2. Ragnhild Mowinckel, Norway, +.39
3. Frederica Brignone, Italy, +.46
Alpine Skiing: Women's Slalom
1. Frida Hansdotter, Sweden, 1:38.63
2. Wendy Holdener, Switzerland, +.05
3. Katharina Gallhuber, Austria, +.32
4. Mikaela Shiffrin, U.S.A., +.40
Alpine Skiing: Women's Combined Downhill and Slalom
1. Michelle Gisin, Switzerland, 2:20.90
2. Mikaela Shiffrin, U.S.A., +.97
3. Wendy Holdener, Switzerland, +1.44
Finally! She did it! Aliona Savchenko finally got the gold, in her fifth Olympic appearance with partner Bruno Massot (his first appearance). Savchenko is originally from Kiev in Ukraine, and Massot hails from France. Massot got his German citizenship just in time so that they were able to compete at this Olympics together. Savchenko previously competed for Ukraine and Germany and won 2 bronze medals with a former partner.
I want to give a personal shout out to Vanessa James and Morgan Cipres who were my favorite pair to watch in these Olympics. I loved their contemporary edge, I love how passionate and committed they are to the sport and to each other as partners. Every program they skated was full of heart. I cannot wait to watch them grow and progress!
Figure Skating: Pairs
1. Aljona Savchenko and Bruno Massot, Germany, 235.90
2. Wenjing Sui and Cong Han, China, 235.47
3. Meagan Duhamel and Eric Radford, Canada, 230.15
4. Yevgenia Tarasova and Vladimir Morozov, Olympic Athletes from Russia, 224.93
5. Vanessa James and Morgan Cipres, France, 218.53
In Women's Skeleton, Great Britain's Lizzy Yarnold became the first skeleton to win two medals in the event and it was back to back golds. She is also the first Great Britain athlete to win back to back golds in any event.
Women's Skeleton
1. Lizzy Yarnold, Great Britain, 3:27.28
2. Jacqueline Loelling, Germany, +.45
3. Laura Deas, Great Britain, +.62
John Henry Krueger ended an important drought for the U.S. in speedskating. He became the first U.S. speedskater to win an individual medal since 2010! He finished in silver medal position in the 1,000m.
Speedskating: Men's 1,000m
1. Samuel Girard, Canada, 1:24.650
2. John Henry Krueger, U.S.A., +.214
3. Yi Rah Seo, Korea, +6.969
Nathan Chen redeemed himself after a disappointing short program in the Men's Figure Skating event. He actually won the free skate becoming the first man to execute 6 quads in a program and he landed all of them. Unfortunately, the comeback was not enough to stop Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan from taking home his second consecutive gold medal. Javier Fernandez of Spain became the first athlete from Spain to medal in a figure skating event. Lots of first and so much to do proud of for the men in this event.
Figure Skating: Men's Event
1. Yuzuru Hanyu, Japan, 206.17 (2), total: 317.85
2. Shoma Uno, Japan, 202.73 (3), total: 306.90
3. Javier Fernandez, Spain, 197.66 (4), total: 305.24
4. Jin Boyang, China, 194.45 (5), total: 297.77
5. Nathan Chen, U.S.A., 215.08 (1), total: 297.35
6. Vincent Zhou, U.S.A., 192.16 (6), total: 276.69
7. Dmitry Aliev, O.A.R., 168.53 (13), total: 267.51
8. Mikhail Kolyada, O.A.R., 177.56, total: 264.25
9. Patrick Chan, Canada, 173.42 (8), total: 263.43
10. Adam Rippon, U.S.A., 171.41 (10), total: 259.63
I'll be adding more tomorrow.....
I am still mesmerized and I still watch in awe.
Pyeong Chang has had its ups and downs, the wonky 19 hour time difference has made it tough at times to watch the main events without staying up too late. What has not changed is the stories that have come along with the Games.
At only 17 years of age, Red Gerard won the first gold medal in these Games for Team U.S.A. The snowboarder, who didn't have a coach til he was 13, wiped out on his second run, and yet despite that, came back to win gold in Men's Slopestyle. Gerard's family looked on in surprise and then celebrated on the sidelines when he stuck his third run and earned an 87.16!
Snowboarding: Men's Slopestyle
1. Red Gerard, USA, 87.16
2. Max Parrot, Canada, 86.00
3. Mark McMorris, Canada, 85.20
Chris Mazdzer won a silver medal in Men's Singles Luge; this is the first medal for Team U.S.A. in this event! The Massachusetts native finished 13th in the 2014 and 2010 Games, and was determined to make his mark in Pyeong Chang. He had his breakthrough moment in 2015-16 when he won 2 World Cup races and finished 4th at Worlds!
Luge: Men's Singles
1. David Gleirscher, Austria, 3:10.702
2. Chris Mazdzer, U.S.A., +.026
3. Johannes Ludwig, Germany, +.230
Jamie Anderson has been one of the most fun athletes for me to watch during these Games. You can tell that she has a true love for her sport and is genuinely happy when other athletes do awesome tricks. She won the first Slopestyle medal at the 2014 Games and this time around she repeated in her event, and added another event. Big Air made it's debut at these Games and Jamie finished second, winning a gold and silver medal in Pyeong Chang. Jamie has undoubtedly been the most consistent female rider in Slopestyle but is now being pushed to do more difficult tricks by competitors like Anna Gasser (who won gold in Big Air), and Julia Marino (fellow U.S. teammate) who is always ready to take a risk. At only 27 years of age, Jamie could return in 4 years to defend her title. Her teammate Hailey Langland said, "what I admire most about Jamie is her resistance to failure".
Snowboard: Women's Slopestyle
1. Jamie Anderson, U.S.A., 83.0
2. Laurie Blouin, Canada, 76.33
3. Enni Rukajarvi, Finland, 75.38
Snowboard: Women's Big Air
1. Anna Gasser, Austria, 89 + 96 = 185
2. Jamie Anderson, U.S.A, 90 + 87.25 = 177.25
3. Zoi Sadowski Synnott, New Zealand, 65.50 + 92 = 157.50
The Figure Skating team event brought out the best in every team, but at the end it was Canada who shined the brightest taking home a gold for figure skating veterans -- Patrick Chan (men's), Tessa Virtue & Scott Moir (ice dance) who have become the most decorated Figure Skating Olympians in Olympic history! More on them and their amazing partnership later! The U.S.A. represented well with solid performances from Adam Rippon who definitely made a name for himself in these Olympics by being tough, personable, and outspoken. The Shib Sibs, Alex and Maia, showed why they are one of the up and coming teams in ice dance.
Figure Skating: Team Event
1. Canada, 73
2. Olympic Athletes from Russia, 66
3. U.S.A., 62
This post isn't all about amazing U.S. athletes, Ireen Wuest from The Netherlands is a LEGEND in Speedskating. She has won 11 medals, more than any Olympic Speedskater. She picked up three medals at this Games, 1 gold and 2 silver. She picked up a gold in the Women's 1,500, and silvers in the Women's 3,000 and the Team Pursuit.
Ireen Wuest is not the only female speedskater to make history, Arianna Fontana from Italy became the youngest Italian Olympic medalist in Sochi 2006 at only 15! In this Olympics she picked up one of each medal proving that she is not slowing down and has more career to come.
Short Track: Women's 500m
1. Arianna Fontana, Italy, 42.569
2. Yara Van Kerkhof, The Netherlands, +.687
3. Kim Boutin, Canada, +1.312
One of the big personalities at this Olympic Games was Snowboarder Chloe Kim. The daughter of Korean immigrants, Kim's gold medal in Women's Halfpipe, was particularly special because it happened in Pyeong Chang. Viewers found Kim relatable, tweeting about being hungry and wanting some ice cream in between runs during her competition. Despite her "hanger" pains, Kim never lost the #1 spot in qualifying or the finals. She also became the youngest female to win a snowboarding medal at 17....another athlete with a bright future ahead of her.
Snowboarding: Women's Halfpipe
1. Chloe Kim. U.S.A., 98.25
2. Jiayu Liu, China, 89.75
3. Arielle Gold, U.S.A., 85.75
4. Kelly Clark, U.S.A., 83.50
Unfortunately, few events pass without there being some sort of controversy. This Olympics had the Russian doping scandal and Shaun White winning a gold in Men's Halfpipe again. This was a comeback from Sochi where White finished off the medal stand. The controversy wasn't in White winning, but rather something that surfaced from White's past regarding a former band member and harassment claims that were settled out of court. It's hard for me to believe that the athlete, once dubbed a boy wonder nicknamed the "flying tomato" would ever be involved in something of this nature. Whether or not it is true remains to be proven. White ducked questions with reporters regarding this issue saying he'd rather not focus on this. What is not in question and can be proven is White's commitment to the sport that has been such an integral part of his life for so long.
Snowboarding: Men's Halfpipe
1. Shaun White, U.S.A., 97.75
2. Ayumu Hirano, Japan, 95.25
3. Scotty James, Australia, 92.00
4. Ben Ferguson, U.S.A., 90.75
Mikaela Shiffrin had BIG plans coming into these games. She was potentially looking to medal in 5 events, slalom, giant slalom, super g, downhill, and combined. Because of the unsteady weather conditions, namely wind and cold, the alpine events got pushed off and scheduled closer and closer together. Shiffrin became exhausted just trying to qualify for the finals. She missed medaling in Slalom, her favorite event, and withdrew from the Downhill siting that she didn't have time to prepare. At 22 years of age, Shiffrin most likely has 2-3 more Olympics in her. Lindsay Vonn has said she will retire and doesn't plan to be competing in Beijing in 2022. It will be Shiffrin's torch to carry, and in a sport like Alpine Skiing where the U.S. doesn't have many prospects right now, her talent and commitment will be more important than ever.
Alpine Skiing: Women's Giant Slalom
1. Mikaela Shiffrin, U.S.A., 2:20.02
2. Ragnhild Mowinckel, Norway, +.39
3. Frederica Brignone, Italy, +.46
Alpine Skiing: Women's Slalom
1. Frida Hansdotter, Sweden, 1:38.63
2. Wendy Holdener, Switzerland, +.05
3. Katharina Gallhuber, Austria, +.32
4. Mikaela Shiffrin, U.S.A., +.40
Alpine Skiing: Women's Combined Downhill and Slalom
1. Michelle Gisin, Switzerland, 2:20.90
2. Mikaela Shiffrin, U.S.A., +.97
3. Wendy Holdener, Switzerland, +1.44
Finally! She did it! Aliona Savchenko finally got the gold, in her fifth Olympic appearance with partner Bruno Massot (his first appearance). Savchenko is originally from Kiev in Ukraine, and Massot hails from France. Massot got his German citizenship just in time so that they were able to compete at this Olympics together. Savchenko previously competed for Ukraine and Germany and won 2 bronze medals with a former partner.
I want to give a personal shout out to Vanessa James and Morgan Cipres who were my favorite pair to watch in these Olympics. I loved their contemporary edge, I love how passionate and committed they are to the sport and to each other as partners. Every program they skated was full of heart. I cannot wait to watch them grow and progress!
Figure Skating: Pairs
1. Aljona Savchenko and Bruno Massot, Germany, 235.90
2. Wenjing Sui and Cong Han, China, 235.47
3. Meagan Duhamel and Eric Radford, Canada, 230.15
4. Yevgenia Tarasova and Vladimir Morozov, Olympic Athletes from Russia, 224.93
5. Vanessa James and Morgan Cipres, France, 218.53
In Women's Skeleton, Great Britain's Lizzy Yarnold became the first skeleton to win two medals in the event and it was back to back golds. She is also the first Great Britain athlete to win back to back golds in any event.
Women's Skeleton
1. Lizzy Yarnold, Great Britain, 3:27.28
2. Jacqueline Loelling, Germany, +.45
3. Laura Deas, Great Britain, +.62
John Henry Krueger ended an important drought for the U.S. in speedskating. He became the first U.S. speedskater to win an individual medal since 2010! He finished in silver medal position in the 1,000m.
Speedskating: Men's 1,000m
1. Samuel Girard, Canada, 1:24.650
2. John Henry Krueger, U.S.A., +.214
3. Yi Rah Seo, Korea, +6.969
Nathan Chen redeemed himself after a disappointing short program in the Men's Figure Skating event. He actually won the free skate becoming the first man to execute 6 quads in a program and he landed all of them. Unfortunately, the comeback was not enough to stop Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan from taking home his second consecutive gold medal. Javier Fernandez of Spain became the first athlete from Spain to medal in a figure skating event. Lots of first and so much to do proud of for the men in this event.
Figure Skating: Men's Event
1. Yuzuru Hanyu, Japan, 206.17 (2), total: 317.85
2. Shoma Uno, Japan, 202.73 (3), total: 306.90
3. Javier Fernandez, Spain, 197.66 (4), total: 305.24
4. Jin Boyang, China, 194.45 (5), total: 297.77
5. Nathan Chen, U.S.A., 215.08 (1), total: 297.35
6. Vincent Zhou, U.S.A., 192.16 (6), total: 276.69
7. Dmitry Aliev, O.A.R., 168.53 (13), total: 267.51
8. Mikhail Kolyada, O.A.R., 177.56, total: 264.25
9. Patrick Chan, Canada, 173.42 (8), total: 263.43
10. Adam Rippon, U.S.A., 171.41 (10), total: 259.63
I'll be adding more tomorrow.....
Monday, December 18, 2017
The Voice Season 13: O' Holy Night-- The Final Four Sing Tonight
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang Humble and Kind by Tim McGraw-- In a way, I liked that the vocal wasn't perfect. It made the performance more genuine and personal. I thought the song choice was smart and touching. Jennifer said never allow someone's ugly to mess up your beautiful. Adam said every time you get up there you make me proud and blow me away.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang her original song Wish I Didn't Love You-- Blake said think of every superstar in music, they don't think or sound like anybody else. This is a superstar.
Blake and Red duet on I'm Gonna Miss Her
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang her original song What is Beautiful-- I loved the message of the song, but it did get a little bit sleepy and repetitive. Adam echoed that he loved the partnership between Brooke and Miley and that she is beautiful. Miley said you are a necessary artist.
Adam and Addison duet on Falling Slowly
Miley and Brooke duet on Wrecking Ball
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang his original song I Pray-- Jen commended him for singing a song called I Pray, she said she has always been a fan of his. Blake said the reason you're here is the simple relatability to what you do on stage. You're a country star. Wow, I agree with both comments, Red's song was so special. His delivery was simple, yet genuine and powerful.
Blake and Chloe duet on You Got It
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang To Make You Feel My Love by Bob Dylan/ Garth Brooks-- This song was so perfect for Red to sing tonight. I just think that whether or not he wins this competition, he deserves to be a country star, a music star. I loved it. Blake was on his feet and said Red blew him way. I could not agree more.
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang O Holy Night-- Her vocals were stunning, that was absolutely flawless. The song was just perfect for her. Jennifer said that was a gift to us all. Miley said not only were you beautiful but your voice was beautiful.
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang her original song Tennessee Rain-- Addison's song was so gorgeous lyrically and never mind how great the vocal was. Adam spoke about not only Addison the artist and Voice contestant but who she is as a person. He said that young girls should aspire to be like her.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang Bette Davis Eyes-- This is Chloe's best performance of the night, so it's great that she ended with this. That being said, it was an odd song to end the show with. I suppose though, that it's very much within Chloe's style.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang her original song Wish I Didn't Love You-- Blake said think of every superstar in music, they don't think or sound like anybody else. This is a superstar.
Blake and Red duet on I'm Gonna Miss Her
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang her original song What is Beautiful-- I loved the message of the song, but it did get a little bit sleepy and repetitive. Adam echoed that he loved the partnership between Brooke and Miley and that she is beautiful. Miley said you are a necessary artist.
Adam and Addison duet on Falling Slowly
Miley and Brooke duet on Wrecking Ball
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang his original song I Pray-- Jen commended him for singing a song called I Pray, she said she has always been a fan of his. Blake said the reason you're here is the simple relatability to what you do on stage. You're a country star. Wow, I agree with both comments, Red's song was so special. His delivery was simple, yet genuine and powerful.
Blake and Chloe duet on You Got It
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang To Make You Feel My Love by Bob Dylan/ Garth Brooks-- This song was so perfect for Red to sing tonight. I just think that whether or not he wins this competition, he deserves to be a country star, a music star. I loved it. Blake was on his feet and said Red blew him way. I could not agree more.
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang O Holy Night-- Her vocals were stunning, that was absolutely flawless. The song was just perfect for her. Jennifer said that was a gift to us all. Miley said not only were you beautiful but your voice was beautiful.
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang her original song Tennessee Rain-- Addison's song was so gorgeous lyrically and never mind how great the vocal was. Adam spoke about not only Addison the artist and Voice contestant but who she is as a person. He said that young girls should aspire to be like her.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang Bette Davis Eyes-- This is Chloe's best performance of the night, so it's great that she ended with this. That being said, it was an odd song to end the show with. I suppose though, that it's very much within Chloe's style.
Monday, December 11, 2017
The Voice Season 13: Faithfully The Top 8
Team Adam: Adam Cunningham sang I'm Already There by Lonestar-- I'm not 100% sure that Adam will be in the top 3 tomorrow, but I do think he will be part of those 3 people singing for their life on the show. If he continues singing the way he did tonight, he may have a change of getting through. Blake said I can tell that the lyric meant something to you. Adam said he deserves to be in the finale, you compel people to vote for you.
Duets: Chloe and Noah sang Wicked Games by Chris Isaak-- This was a strong duet, and probably the most predictable pairing
Team Jennifer: Davon Fleming sang Gravity by John Mayer-- I loved Adam's comment, because it was so true. Because Davon was able to dial it back, it was easily his best performance yet. It had that much more meaning. Jennifer talked about how she and the audience felt Davon in that performance.
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang Go Rest High on That Mountain by Vince Gill-- Red's performance is going to mean so much to the country music fans out there. It was so real and authentic like always. Miley said the reason she made such a fool of herself and begged Red to be on her Team during the blinds is because he is the truth. Blake said he doesn't need to talk about who Red is because his performance's speak for themselves and are meaningful.
Duets: Davon and Brooke sang Earned It by The Weeknd-- Soulful and BIG duet. I loved this.
Team Blake: Keisha Renee sang What Hurts the Most by Rascal Flatts-- Keisha's performance was so natural, the flow of this song was perfect for Keisha because it's soulful just like she is. Miley said she loves that Keisha takes classic country songs and does them in her own style. Blake said he has known Gary from Rascal Flatts for a long time now, and he is probably listening to that song right now and thinking, I should have sang it like that.
Duets: Red and Adam sang Can't You See by The Marshall Tucker Band-- This performance felt so authentic, I could tell these two genuinely loved singing together.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang I Wanna Know What Love Is by Foreigner-- Everything about Chloe-- her voice, her performance, what she wears, and how she looks is so calculated. She is not just a voice, but an artist. This performance was so exception. Blake said you are the most iconic voice we have ever had on this show.
Duets: Keisha and Addison sang Strong Enough by Cheryl Crowe-- Most unlikely pair! This was inspired and soulful.
Team Jennifer: Noah Mac sang River by Bishop Briggs-- I liked the song choice, but this may have been a little bit of an obscure song choice for tonight. This felt a little bit forced, and I hope this wasn't out of desperation for him to get back what he had a few weeks ago. Jennifer said you brought something youthful, and you believe in yourself, and that's what Team J. Hud is all about.
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang Both Sides Now by Joni Mitchell-- Blake said Addison, I am such a fan of yours. You're a model for teenagers, you're so beyond your years. Adam said Addison, you've changed the way I view the game, I want you to sing the songs that mean the most to you. I want to set you up to have the best possible career you could ever have, Addison is The Voice, she's beyond that. You're such a special gift, and I love you.
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang Faithfully by Journey-- Tonight, Brooke's performance was so emotional. She hit all the big notes, it was definitely a memorable moment for her on the stage tonight. Miley said they nearly burnt the place down tonight, and that if this show is The Voice, then Brooke will be in the finale.
Bottom 2-- Davon and Noah
Who will move on to the final 4? I'm not sure.
Duets: Chloe and Noah sang Wicked Games by Chris Isaak-- This was a strong duet, and probably the most predictable pairing
Team Jennifer: Davon Fleming sang Gravity by John Mayer-- I loved Adam's comment, because it was so true. Because Davon was able to dial it back, it was easily his best performance yet. It had that much more meaning. Jennifer talked about how she and the audience felt Davon in that performance.
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang Go Rest High on That Mountain by Vince Gill-- Red's performance is going to mean so much to the country music fans out there. It was so real and authentic like always. Miley said the reason she made such a fool of herself and begged Red to be on her Team during the blinds is because he is the truth. Blake said he doesn't need to talk about who Red is because his performance's speak for themselves and are meaningful.
Duets: Davon and Brooke sang Earned It by The Weeknd-- Soulful and BIG duet. I loved this.
Team Blake: Keisha Renee sang What Hurts the Most by Rascal Flatts-- Keisha's performance was so natural, the flow of this song was perfect for Keisha because it's soulful just like she is. Miley said she loves that Keisha takes classic country songs and does them in her own style. Blake said he has known Gary from Rascal Flatts for a long time now, and he is probably listening to that song right now and thinking, I should have sang it like that.
Duets: Red and Adam sang Can't You See by The Marshall Tucker Band-- This performance felt so authentic, I could tell these two genuinely loved singing together.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang I Wanna Know What Love Is by Foreigner-- Everything about Chloe-- her voice, her performance, what she wears, and how she looks is so calculated. She is not just a voice, but an artist. This performance was so exception. Blake said you are the most iconic voice we have ever had on this show.
Duets: Keisha and Addison sang Strong Enough by Cheryl Crowe-- Most unlikely pair! This was inspired and soulful.
Team Jennifer: Noah Mac sang River by Bishop Briggs-- I liked the song choice, but this may have been a little bit of an obscure song choice for tonight. This felt a little bit forced, and I hope this wasn't out of desperation for him to get back what he had a few weeks ago. Jennifer said you brought something youthful, and you believe in yourself, and that's what Team J. Hud is all about.
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang Both Sides Now by Joni Mitchell-- Blake said Addison, I am such a fan of yours. You're a model for teenagers, you're so beyond your years. Adam said Addison, you've changed the way I view the game, I want you to sing the songs that mean the most to you. I want to set you up to have the best possible career you could ever have, Addison is The Voice, she's beyond that. You're such a special gift, and I love you.
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang Faithfully by Journey-- Tonight, Brooke's performance was so emotional. She hit all the big notes, it was definitely a memorable moment for her on the stage tonight. Miley said they nearly burnt the place down tonight, and that if this show is The Voice, then Brooke will be in the finale.
Bottom 2-- Davon and Noah
Who will move on to the final 4? I'm not sure.
Monday, December 4, 2017
The Voice Season 13: The Top 10 Made Me Feel "Lucky" to Hear Them
Team Jennifer: Davon Fleming sang Hurt by Christina Aguilera-- I dig this song, and it's pretty amazing that he can even keep up. I will be honest, there were some pitch issues, but overall, I think he did a solid job. Blake said he needs to be on the show next week. Jennifer echoed Blake's sentiment and said if he is not there, she doesn't understand why they are there in the first place.
Team Adam: Adam Cunningham sang Maybe it was Memphis by Pam Tillis-- I have to agree with coach Adam, this was Adam Cunningham's best performance to date. I felt like the song sat in such a comfortable place for his voice. His vocal soared on the big and long notes. Blake liked that Adam sang an iconic country song that he never would have thought of. Miley said she is so happy to see him on the stage. Adam said that Adam picked his song, and he gave his performance on the show tonight. He said I can't imagine a world where Adam doesn't make it through this week.
Team Jennifer: Noah Mac sang Ordinary World by Duran Duran-- Noah continues to make this great music/ song choices. He is beyond his years. Jennifer said she enjoyed watching that and is very proud of him. She found his performance captivating.
Team Jennifer: Shi'Ann Jones sang Diamonds by Rihanna-- I think this is probably one of Shi'Ann's best performances. I didn't think the whistle note towards the end was necessary but I felt like she did a great job with a song that is difficult to sing. Adam said you have been the most improved player here, and I love the union with you and your coach. Blake said we could sit here and brag on your range all night, but I want to talk about the character in your voice. Jennifer said you are such a huge talent, I heard Beyonce, Mariah... etc.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang Call Me by Blondie-- Chloe is just continuing to cruise in this competition. I loved that performance, she looked like an absolute rock star and she had a real Gwen Stefani-esque sound to her tonight. I think that was one of the best performances of the night so far. Miley said this performance made me so happy, I love the look you just brought to this generation. Blake said did you hear me screaming, there's not much to say after that. I don't have to sell that, sis, you are a star.
Team Blake: Keisha Renee sang All by Myself-- Love Keisha and what she stands for, I found this to be a bit of a sleepy song choice. The big note toward the end was crazy. I think she will still be in it next week, but I want her to come back with a more upbeat performance next week. Jennifer felt she earned every bit of that. Adam said it was an incredible performance and he heard she was the target of some hateful comments and her performance was proof to them that she was unaffected.
Team Miley: Ashland Craft sang I Hate Myself for Loving You by Joan Jett-- I felt like her vocal was good but the performance itself seemed repetitious to me. Jennifer thought she was a star.
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang Amazing Grace-- That performance and that song could have seemed overdone. Brooke is such a talent that she made me relive hearing Amazing Grace for the first time in church and it was exciting to me because she sang it in her own way and with her own emotion inserted in. This was a vocal masterclass. J. Hud said to sing from a place like that and to witness it, I am glad to see a voice like yours get that kind of platform. Blake said Brooke, this night has been stacking up, and you feel like it can't get much better, you just took it to the next level. Miley said you put a band aid on my broken heart, you're not going anywhere.
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang That's What I Love About Sunday by Craig Morgan-- Red is a strong performer, he's a storyteller. His take on each song that he sings is so sincere. Jennifer said you're so lovable and charming. Blake said you're gonna be around on this show for a long time, and you will be around after this show.
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang Lucky by Britney Spears-- Gorgeous vocal! Her rendition of a Britney Spears pop song was so deep, emotional, and captivating. That was truly everything. Miley said you hit a soft spot singing that Britney song for me. You got so creative and that's what I loved about you. Adam said there are a lot of great singers in this competition, but I truly believe you are the best artist. You're the real deal and you're inspirational, I love who you are, and you're a class act.
Bottom 3--- Davon, Shi'Ann, and Ashland
Team Adam: Adam Cunningham sang Maybe it was Memphis by Pam Tillis-- I have to agree with coach Adam, this was Adam Cunningham's best performance to date. I felt like the song sat in such a comfortable place for his voice. His vocal soared on the big and long notes. Blake liked that Adam sang an iconic country song that he never would have thought of. Miley said she is so happy to see him on the stage. Adam said that Adam picked his song, and he gave his performance on the show tonight. He said I can't imagine a world where Adam doesn't make it through this week.
Team Jennifer: Noah Mac sang Ordinary World by Duran Duran-- Noah continues to make this great music/ song choices. He is beyond his years. Jennifer said she enjoyed watching that and is very proud of him. She found his performance captivating.
Team Jennifer: Shi'Ann Jones sang Diamonds by Rihanna-- I think this is probably one of Shi'Ann's best performances. I didn't think the whistle note towards the end was necessary but I felt like she did a great job with a song that is difficult to sing. Adam said you have been the most improved player here, and I love the union with you and your coach. Blake said we could sit here and brag on your range all night, but I want to talk about the character in your voice. Jennifer said you are such a huge talent, I heard Beyonce, Mariah... etc.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang Call Me by Blondie-- Chloe is just continuing to cruise in this competition. I loved that performance, she looked like an absolute rock star and she had a real Gwen Stefani-esque sound to her tonight. I think that was one of the best performances of the night so far. Miley said this performance made me so happy, I love the look you just brought to this generation. Blake said did you hear me screaming, there's not much to say after that. I don't have to sell that, sis, you are a star.
Team Blake: Keisha Renee sang All by Myself-- Love Keisha and what she stands for, I found this to be a bit of a sleepy song choice. The big note toward the end was crazy. I think she will still be in it next week, but I want her to come back with a more upbeat performance next week. Jennifer felt she earned every bit of that. Adam said it was an incredible performance and he heard she was the target of some hateful comments and her performance was proof to them that she was unaffected.
Team Miley: Ashland Craft sang I Hate Myself for Loving You by Joan Jett-- I felt like her vocal was good but the performance itself seemed repetitious to me. Jennifer thought she was a star.
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang Amazing Grace-- That performance and that song could have seemed overdone. Brooke is such a talent that she made me relive hearing Amazing Grace for the first time in church and it was exciting to me because she sang it in her own way and with her own emotion inserted in. This was a vocal masterclass. J. Hud said to sing from a place like that and to witness it, I am glad to see a voice like yours get that kind of platform. Blake said Brooke, this night has been stacking up, and you feel like it can't get much better, you just took it to the next level. Miley said you put a band aid on my broken heart, you're not going anywhere.
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang That's What I Love About Sunday by Craig Morgan-- Red is a strong performer, he's a storyteller. His take on each song that he sings is so sincere. Jennifer said you're so lovable and charming. Blake said you're gonna be around on this show for a long time, and you will be around after this show.
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang Lucky by Britney Spears-- Gorgeous vocal! Her rendition of a Britney Spears pop song was so deep, emotional, and captivating. That was truly everything. Miley said you hit a soft spot singing that Britney song for me. You got so creative and that's what I loved about you. Adam said there are a lot of great singers in this competition, but I truly believe you are the best artist. You're the real deal and you're inspirational, I love who you are, and you're a class act.
Bottom 3--- Davon, Shi'Ann, and Ashland
Monday, November 27, 2017
The Voice Season 13: The Top 11 Shine
Team Miley: Janice Freeman sang Shine by Collective Soul-- I didn't like this performance, it just felt like a lot of screaming. Adam admits he didn't like the song choice but loved the way Janice sang it. Miley says she could not sit down and loved it.
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang The Dance by Garth Brooks-- Blake is on his feet, and yes, rightfully so. The song feels a bit overdone, but it was a great performance. J. Hud said he commanded the room and owned the moment. Blake said he is a great storyteller.
Team Jennifer: Shi'Ann Jones sang Listen by Beyonce-- I think the coaches are tone deaf. I thought the tone was all off and pitch was up and down all over the place. Miley said she loves her low tones, and all the imperfections in her voice. Jennifer said America has to vote for you.
Team Adam: Adam Cunningham sang American Girl by Tom Petty-- This was a much improved performance. I love that the song fit him and his vocal style so well. Blake said I would be shocked if you were in the bottom two, you delivered a vocal that proves you deserve to be in this competition. Adam said we did a lot of work to ensure that you're not in the bottom again, I think you gave even more this week than you had to.
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang What About Us by Pink-- It sounded similar to the original, but Brooke's individuality and amazing vocals shined through in this. Adam said he loved how she took that song that is obviously so meaningful to Pink and made it meaningful to her. Miley said Brooke has an amazing ear and took something very mainstream and made it her own.
Team Jennifer: Davon Fleming sang I Have Nothing by Whitney Houston-- That was incredible! I mean Davon is a talented and gifted vocalist, he sang that song as well as any male vocalist could sing it. It sounded amazing, I especially loved the strong finish. Blake said he could do that song identical to Davon. As a fan of yours, you're incredible, you're a thorn in my side, you side with so much dynamics. You're not going anywhere I don't think. Jennifer said I am not blown away by you. To take a female song and sing it like that, Adam interrupted, is impossible!
Team Miley: Ashland Craft sang Chicken Fried by The Zac Brown Band-- Another strong performance from Ashland. I want her to sing something more feminine the next time around, that being said, she will be around to do so. Adam said A+ to you for your performance, and I think you belong in this competition til the end. Miley said I think you brought it and I loved your confidence.
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang A Case of You by Joni Mitchell-- Once again, all four coaches on their feet. That was just crazy, her poise and her maturity to sing a song like that is not even real. J Hud said, I don't care if you're on my team or not, America, you need to vote for this girl. Adam said her performance was full recognition of what her talent is, and that she is potentially the winner of this show.
Team Blake: Keisha Renee sang It Matters to Me by Faith Hill-- I thought that was a strong vocal that she made her own. Miley said you're such a refreshing voice to hear, and you reminded me of how much I love that song. Blake said I love you, and you just delivered a solid country performance.
Team Jennifer: Noah Mac sang Electric Love by Borns-- The performance was imaginative, the vocals were precise and genius in terms of the dynamics. It was captivating from start to finish. Adam said I still don't expect that to be your voice. You are dreamy, and I love how you pushed that. Jennifer said you showed the star you are, you're gonna be at the top of the charts.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang Total Eclipse of the Heart by Bonnie Tyler-- Killer performance! What a way to close the show, her tone and range reminded me so much of Miley. This was such a great song choice, all four coaches on their feet! Miley said I am so proud of you week after week and for being so original. You destroyed that! Blake said you just set the bar up there.
Janice and Shi'Ann are my bottom 2 with Adam or Ashland rounding out the bottom three.
Team Blake: Red Marlow sang The Dance by Garth Brooks-- Blake is on his feet, and yes, rightfully so. The song feels a bit overdone, but it was a great performance. J. Hud said he commanded the room and owned the moment. Blake said he is a great storyteller.
Team Jennifer: Shi'Ann Jones sang Listen by Beyonce-- I think the coaches are tone deaf. I thought the tone was all off and pitch was up and down all over the place. Miley said she loves her low tones, and all the imperfections in her voice. Jennifer said America has to vote for you.
Team Adam: Adam Cunningham sang American Girl by Tom Petty-- This was a much improved performance. I love that the song fit him and his vocal style so well. Blake said I would be shocked if you were in the bottom two, you delivered a vocal that proves you deserve to be in this competition. Adam said we did a lot of work to ensure that you're not in the bottom again, I think you gave even more this week than you had to.
Team Miley: Brooke Simpson sang What About Us by Pink-- It sounded similar to the original, but Brooke's individuality and amazing vocals shined through in this. Adam said he loved how she took that song that is obviously so meaningful to Pink and made it meaningful to her. Miley said Brooke has an amazing ear and took something very mainstream and made it her own.
Team Jennifer: Davon Fleming sang I Have Nothing by Whitney Houston-- That was incredible! I mean Davon is a talented and gifted vocalist, he sang that song as well as any male vocalist could sing it. It sounded amazing, I especially loved the strong finish. Blake said he could do that song identical to Davon. As a fan of yours, you're incredible, you're a thorn in my side, you side with so much dynamics. You're not going anywhere I don't think. Jennifer said I am not blown away by you. To take a female song and sing it like that, Adam interrupted, is impossible!
Team Miley: Ashland Craft sang Chicken Fried by The Zac Brown Band-- Another strong performance from Ashland. I want her to sing something more feminine the next time around, that being said, she will be around to do so. Adam said A+ to you for your performance, and I think you belong in this competition til the end. Miley said I think you brought it and I loved your confidence.
Team Adam: Addison Agen sang A Case of You by Joni Mitchell-- Once again, all four coaches on their feet. That was just crazy, her poise and her maturity to sing a song like that is not even real. J Hud said, I don't care if you're on my team or not, America, you need to vote for this girl. Adam said her performance was full recognition of what her talent is, and that she is potentially the winner of this show.
Team Blake: Keisha Renee sang It Matters to Me by Faith Hill-- I thought that was a strong vocal that she made her own. Miley said you're such a refreshing voice to hear, and you reminded me of how much I love that song. Blake said I love you, and you just delivered a solid country performance.
Team Jennifer: Noah Mac sang Electric Love by Borns-- The performance was imaginative, the vocals were precise and genius in terms of the dynamics. It was captivating from start to finish. Adam said I still don't expect that to be your voice. You are dreamy, and I love how you pushed that. Jennifer said you showed the star you are, you're gonna be at the top of the charts.
Team Blake: Chloe Kohanski sang Total Eclipse of the Heart by Bonnie Tyler-- Killer performance! What a way to close the show, her tone and range reminded me so much of Miley. This was such a great song choice, all four coaches on their feet! Miley said I am so proud of you week after week and for being so original. You destroyed that! Blake said you just set the bar up there.
Janice and Shi'Ann are my bottom 2 with Adam or Ashland rounding out the bottom three.
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