THE VOICE: S03 BLIND AUDITIONS E06

The Voice S03 Episode 06

 

Here’s where we stand so far on the teams: Adam – 11; Blake – 7; Cee Lo – 10; and Christina- 11.

 

First up:

 

Michelle Brooks Thompson –age 28 from Massachusetts. Her husband made it to the NFL but was dropped before he even touched the field for the first game. For her audition she sings Proud Mary. Cee Lo and Adam turn around when she hits the note in “proud”. She has a nice voice and it was a fun version of the song. Christina turned her chair around for Michelle’s last note. Adam calls her incredible; Christina said she was waiting for a crack and a flaw, but figured she would have to be an idiot to not see what was going on behind her chair; Cee Lo said it was a very seamless vocal. Which team does she go for?  TEAM ADAM!

 

Diego Val – Age 25, originally from Peru but lives in Miami, Fl.  When he was 8, he was afflicted with a disease that was supposed to cripple him for life. Since he spent so much time in the hospital as a child, he now works with a non profit organization singing to kids in the hospital. Such a dope guy. For his audition he sings Animal accompanied by the guitar. Cee Lo is the only coach to press his button.  He did a good job. It was a win for TEAM CEE LO!

 

Lauren Brooke – Age 24 from Paulie (sp), NY. They are playing country music in the background while talking about her, so I wonder if she sings country. For her audition she sings Cowboy Casanova.  She seemed to lose her confidence in this audition. She had good moments, but none of the coaches turned around. General consensus isshe was a little pitchy but with a little correction she could be good.

 

Suzanna Choffel – Age 32 from Austin, Tx (!!!!). For her audition she sings Landslide. Adam presses his button really fast. Her voice is really unique. She reminds me of a raspier indie version of Dolly Parton. Blake also turns around. Cee Lo said he could tell it was a grown woman singing the voice. Adam said its hard to come on stage and sound refreshingly unique, which is what she did. Between Adam and Blake which does she choose? TEAM BLAKE!

 

Michaela Paige – singing “Sober” for TEAM BLAKE

 

Ryan Jirovec  – singing “Amazed” for TEAM BLAKE

 

Dez Duron – 22 year old from Shreveport, LA, who also auditioned last season. He is back. For his audition he sings “Sara Smile”.  The girls are screaming while he is singing. He has a good voice and suddenly Blake presses his button. When he recognizes him, he yells out in surprise. Then he turns to Christina and says playfully “you don’t want that one” and she presses her button, it seems to spite him. LOL. That was awesome. Cee Lo is the last to press his button. Dez finishes his song and struts around the stage in celebration. They all fight for this dude. Christina just kept going on and on. LOL. And Blake had a serious man crush. I thought Dez was going with Blake for sure, but who does he go for? TEAM CHRISTINA!

 

VJ – Age 25 from Bellflower, California and he teaches music at a conservatory.  He wants to take the next step from being a teacher to a full fledged performer. For his audition he sings “Forget You.” He sings in falsetto a lot and has a high register. I just don’t think this was the best song for him. None of the coaches turned around. Christina said he was missing the spank in the song. Cee Lo said he had great taste in music. Then he gets up to sing the song and accidentally sings fuck. LOL. Then they sing the song together onstage. Good stuff. Honestly that probably left the best impression VJ could get from Cee Lo after not getting picked on a team.

Alexis Marceaux – 23 year old from New Orleans, LA.  For her audition she sings “Go Your Own Way”. I am not familiar with this song, but she reminds me a little of Cheesa from last season. Cee Lo is the only coach to turn around for her. He says her voice is wonderfully impeccable. It’s another team member for TEAM CEE LO!

 

Sam James – singing “Imagine” for TEAM ADAM!  I really liked this guys voice, even though he had about 10 seconds on screen.

Laura Vivas -  singing “Whataya Want From Me” for TEAM CHRISTINA!

 

Lelia Broussard – singing “We Can Work it Out” for TEAM BLAKE! She is really familiar to me. I wonder if she is related to Marc Broussard.

 

Brandon Mahone  – 17 year old from Chicago but living in Indianapolis. For his audition he sings “I Wish It Would Rain.” I love his tone. Adam turns around first. But the best part is his mom back stage screaming at the television like she is watching a football game. Cee Lo presses his button followed by Christina. They all feel his voice very experienced. No one felt he was imitating being a soul singer. Who does he choose? TEAM ADAM!

 

Jeffrey James – 25 year old from Indianapolis as well. For his audition he sings “A Little Less Conversation.” He has a good voice. Its really difficult to sing so many words at once and articulate to where anyone can understand. But no one turns around. Wow. That really surprised me. That sucks. I hate when Adam says you’re really good but he didn’t turn around.

 

Jordan Pruitt – 21 year old from Loganville, GA. Former Disney star that is tired of doing the kid Disney music. For her audition she sings “The One That Got Away”. Christina is the only coach to turn around. Afterwards she tells her she has been waiting for her and loved her falsetto parts.

Terisa Griffin – a lovely 42 year old woman. Already I smell a diva. LOL. She seems really nice. For her audition she sings “Someone Like You”. I love this song, so I wasn’t feeling the song, until it got to the chorus. Blake is yelling at Christina to press her button, and when she finally does, he pushes his as well. Blake tells her he was prompting Christina to turn around, but then thought to himself to hell with Christina. Who does she pick in the end? TEAM BLAKE!

 

Highlights for me: Sam James, Brandon Mahone, Dez Duron

THE VOICE: S03 BLIND AUDITIONS E05

Here’s where we stand so far on the teams: Adam – 9; Blake – 7; Cee Lo – 7; and Christina- 9.

 

First up:

 

Trevanne Howell -33 year old from Bronx, NY currently working as a receptionist with 2 kids. And really beautiful, reminding me a little bit of Kerry Washington. For  her audition she sings “I Have Nothing” by Whitney Houston. She did a really great job but none of the coaches turned around.

 

Collin McLoughlin – age 24 years old from Bedford, NY. For his audition he sings “Wild World” accompanied by acoustic guitar (he looks like john francis daley, sweets, from BONES).  Cee Lo and Blake turn around. Adam turns around as well. His voice is good and he landed his dream, so I hope his parents don’t frown too much on his dropping out of college, though he is getting closer to his dream, he still may be Blake said he was sold immediately. Christina said it was a little mellow for her, which is why she didn’t  push her button. It turns out to be a win for TEAM ADAM!

 

Joselyn Rivera – age 17 out of Pembroke Pines, Fl.  She was born prematurely, had a learning disability, was prescribed music from a specialist, and she blossomed. For her audition she sings “Stronger” by Kelly Clarkson. I like the way she does her small runs. There is something about her I really appreciate. Christina and Blake push their buttons.  Blake makes a joke that Christina has made people quit music after they have met her. But in the end, she goes to TEAM CHRISTINA!

 

Benji – age 24 from Orlando, FL and a former Formula 1 race car driver.  For his audition he sings “Knocking On Heaven’s Door.” This guy has a nice voice and Adam recognizes it immediately.  When Benji scream sings “YEAH!” it pulled Cee Lo in and he pushes his button.  Adam said his dynamic was really surprising and said he could wind up winning this competition. Christina said she loves his screams with really great moments, and said she heard a little bit of Adam in his voice, to which Blake said he disagrees because he doesn’t hear a jackass at all. LOL. Whose team does he choose? TEAM ADAM!

 

Todd Kessler – singing “Maggie May” for TEAM CEE LO!

 

Ben Taub – singing “Feelin Good” for TEAM CEE LO!

 

Emily Earle – singing “Ring of Fire” for TEAM CEE LO!

 

Lorraine Ferro – a 52 year old woman with a great sense of humor out of New York City, NY. She is a voice coach, performance coach and a songwriting coach. Her energy is extremely contagious. She loves to laugh and it makes me want her to get on someone’s team. For her audition she sings “Skyscraper” and I felt it was ambitious until she got into it. She has power. Unfortunately no one turned around. It would’ve made a good show.

 

Mycle Wastman– 40 year old from Seattle, WA. And this dude doesn’t look 40 to me at all. His parents died very young so he was raised by his grandfather and unfortunately he passed away just recently. For his audition he sings “Let’s Stay Together”. Adam and Cee Lo turn around immediately! Soon Blake turns around. Mycle has a great voice. He reminds me a little of Adam Levine. And then suddenly he ends the song in this dope falsetto! This guy is very entertaining. He gets a standing O from Cee Lo.  Of course Cee Lo calls his “soul brotha” and says he is most excited about Mycle than anyone else today. Adam laughed that when he turned around he didn’t expect Mycle to look like he does.  Blake said he is the best vocalist they have heard today. Christina prompts him to make a decision. Mycle decides to go to TEAM CEE LO!!

 

It was a great episode. I am still waiting for that one person to really WOW me this season. There are a ton of talented vocalists, but I haven’t found the ultimate favorite.  Well, maybe. Trevin Hunte is really really good. We shall see!

THE VOICE: S03 BLIND AUDITIONS E04

Obviously I have some catching up to do, but here is the my synopsis of Episode 4 of the Blind Auditions for the Voice.

And here’s where we stand so far on the teams: Adam – 5; Blake – 5; Cee Lo – 4; and Christina- 7.

 

First up:

 

Melanie Martinez – a 17 year old photographer from Baldwin, NY. She is an artist through and through. She takes great photos and she is a singer. Tonight she sings “Toxic” by Britney Spears, accompanied by the guitar and the tambourine, which she played with her feet. Of course Blake Shelton turns around, followed by Adam Levine. I really dig her version. As she progresses, Cee Lo turns around. Adam compared her to Bjork, said she was amazing looking and he wanted her on the team. Blake said he didn’t hear anyone else when he heard her sing, he just heard her originality and uniqueness of her voice. Who does she pick? TEAM ADAM!

 

Cupid – age 32 from Lafayette, LA, singer of the “cupid shuffle”.  The “Cupid Shuffle” is a HUGE song that is played everywhere. Everyone loves is at the club, its played at weddings, and many types of parties, so I am surprised to see him on here. Again this just goes to show how fame in the music industry works. You can have a hit, but it doesn’t necessarily propel you to lasting stardom. For his audition song he sings his own song, The Cupid Shuffle.  He wants the coaches to hear him sing the song and have them think it sounds better than the original.  I think that this isn’t the best sound choice.  If you are trying to step away from something, why do the same thing?  Unfortunately no one turned around for him. Cee Lo asked him what he was doing the show, and then told him the song was awkward to do on this show.

 

Brian Scartocci – 26 years old from Austin, Texas (representing ATX!) For his audition song he sings “Isn’t She Lovely”. Adam, Blake and Cee Lo turn around at the same time. I really enjoy his tone. He does this really great scream towards the end and finishes the song by falling to his knees but bouncing back immediately. A very fluid move. Which team does he go with? TEAM ADAM!

 

Beat Frequency (Sean and Natasha) – a married duo from Vancouver, WA.For their audition they sing “E.T.” by Katy Perry.  Natasha started off really beautiful, and suddenly Sean comes in and he has a HIGH RANGE; as they sing, Christina presses her button, and I think she thinks they are both girls. They had cool moments during the song, and some weak moments. I think the best part of the performance was the end where they were singing the chorus at full strength. TEAM CHRISTINA!

 

Tyler Lillestol – age 23 from Riverside, CA and a former baseball  player with a passion for music. For his audition he sings “U Got It Bad” by Usher (I am reminded of Jonathas of last season). Unfortunately none of the coaches turn around for him.

 

Liz Davis– 25 years old from Madison, MS. She is a country gal! She looks like one of the girls from The Real Housewives of Orange County (not that I’ve ever watched it…) For her audition she sings “Here For The Party.” She has a great attitude and presence. Great Voice! Surprisingly Christina and Adam turn around first. Finally Blake turns around! Why wasn’t he first?? In the end she picks TEAM BLAKE!

                                                                               

JR Aquino– age 24 from Anchorage, AL who does not live in an igloo, who used YouTube as a vehicle to share his music with people all over the world. For his blind audition he sings “Just The Way You Are” by Bruno Mars. Christina and Adam press their buttons first. Cee Lo holds off til the last note to press his button. Adam said he sounds a lot like Bruno Mars. Christina said his pitch got her. Cee Lo explained why he pressed his button last is because of the pitch problems while singing “the way you are”. In the end it’s a win for TEAM CEE LO to which Adam boos him playfully.

 

Agina Alvarez- 22 originally from San Diego, living in Burbank, CA. At 10 she was signed to Sony Records, then at 18 she was signed to a Latin label. And then she was shelved. For her audition she sings “Turn The Beat Around.” As soon as hear her, I can hear a little bit of Cheesa. Honestly, it was a great audition, and no one turned around.

 

Nicholas David – a 31 from Egan, MN. He played with a band for a while when he was younger, drank a lot and ballooned to 300lbs. He met his future wife, had a child and began to focus.  For his audition he sings “Stand By Me.” Cee Lo is the only coach to turn around. I liked his version of Stand by Me. Adam said he was awesome. TEAM CEE LO!

 

Alessandra Guercio– 17 years old from Brooklyn, NY, attending a performing arts school. For her audition she sings “The Climb.” I think she will go far in the competition. She has a really good voice. Adam turns around first. Then Cee Lo turned around. Adam asked how old she was, she replied 17 and Blake barked in surprise. LOL. TEAM ADAM!

 

Adanna Duru – 15 year oldsinging “Edge of Glory.” TEAM ADAM!

 

Kelly Crapa – 15 year old singing “Sparks Fly.” TEAM BLAKE!

 

Paulina – 16 year old singing “You Make Me Feel.” TEAM CHRISTINA!

 

Avery Wilson – a 16 year old dancer from Hamden, CT. For his audition he sings “Without You” by Usher.  He has a great voice. 16 year old?? Adam, Cee Lo and Christina all turn around. When Avery hits this high note and holds it, Blake turns around. The only 4 chair turn around this episode! Adam said it was the most spirited reaction they have heard from the crowd. They really begin fighting for this kid. In the end he picks TEAM CEE LO!

 

THE VOICE: S03 BLIND AUDITIONS E03

As we kick off Episode 3 of The Voice with the coaches teams as follows: Adam – 2; Blake – 4; Cee Lo – 3; and Christina- 4.

First up:

Samuel Mouton – 19 years old from Fort Collins, Co. His family owns restaurants and they seem to have a good sense of humor. For his audition he sings Redemption Song, and this dude’s voice is killer with a rasp I love. Adam turns around immediately, followed by Cee Lo and Christina Aguilera. I wonder if they thought he was black because of the accent while he was singing. Christina said she would love to get to know him better to see what his “turn ons are” (more flirting by Christina), Cee Lo said he could tell he loves Bob Marley by the inflections in his voice while he sang, Adam said he impacted all of the coaches by doing something special by doing very little. Samuel’s choice? TEAM ADAM!

Chris Trousdale – Age 26 from Grand Rapids, MI who is a former boy band member of Dream Street.  His story is so familiar to many artists, whose music has influenced fans in many places and yet is working that 9 – 5. For his audition song he sings Glad You Came by The Wanted.  He moonwalked! He was commanding the stage, and his voice was a little shaky but no one turned around for him. Of course Christina was remorseful she didn’t pick him and then she got Blake to get up and show a little dance moves, to which he moonwalks! In the end they told Chris that it seems he is more of a dancer than a singer.

Nelly’s Echo – 32 year old from Baltimore, MA by way of Nigeria. His family fled due to the unrest, though they left their father behind because he was incarcerated for something he didn’t do.  His father had since been exonerated and came out with a brother in support.  For his audition he sings Ain’t No Sunshine accompanied with guitar.  Christina turned around first, fanning herself with her black lace fan. Lol. Adam soon followed suit. Christina said she had so much fun right off the bat and pointed out she was the first to press her button. Adam said the payoff was after the “I know, I know…”  Its down to the decision and Nelly’s Echo chooses to be on TEAM CHRISTINA!

2Steel Girls (Allison and Crystal Steel) – the mother-daughter duo out of Wellston, OH. This is a first for this singing competition. I really want them to be good. The whole family (brother and father included) perform together. The mother had to quit her job to come out and audition for The Voice. For their audition they perform Carrie Underwood’s Before He Cheats. Their performance was really entertaining. I love voices that blend well. Cee Lo and Blake turn around at the same time. It was a job well done. Adam called them a “freight train of angry, jilted women.” Cee Lo said equally they sounded really good but together really impressive. Blake said he wanted to be the guy to protect the mother daughter relationship in a savage angry world of entertainment. Who do they choose? TEAM BLAKE! I would’ve been really surprised if they picked Cee Lo. Of course, duo’s last season didn’t last long so we will see how long 2Steel lasts!

Lisa Scinta – singing Teenage Dream by Katy Perry ( I hate these fast auditions where they show 15 seconds) going to TEAM CHRISTINA!

MarissaAnn – singing Part Of Me (another 15 second blip) to TEAM CHRISTINA!

Loren Allred – singing When Love Takes Over by Kelly Roland to TEAM ADAM!

Domo- 26 from the Bronx, NY. She is a professional hip hop dancer. She has a list of accomplishments they run through, which made me laugh, but also it let me know that she has been working very hard and is ready for her chance to be in the limelight. For her audition she sings Don’t Cha, which I think Cee Lo wrote for his wife, and she released but then the Pussy Cat Dolls took it and took the charts by storm. Of course, Cee Lo was the first to turn around. She strut around the stage like she owned it and Cee Lo loved every minute of it.  She is a firecracker. She has great energy and a really positive attitude.  Cee Lo said he feels she is a better singer than the song even allows. Another win for TEAM CEE LO!  All of the coaches offer their “sympathies” it seems since with her he will definitely have his “hands full.” I think she is a great addition to the team, but we will see!

Nicole Nelson – a 35 year old self proclaimed hippie from Vermont.  For her audition she sings Hallelujah.  Adam was the first to turn, followed by Christina, Blake and Cee Lo. It was a great performance, but I would like to hear more from her.  Christina began with the pleas, Adam made it a point to say he turned around for her first, then Cee Lo gave praise to her voice.  Nicole began how she takes really good care of her voice, how she lives an organic lifestyle. Blake suddenly interrupts that he too lives an organic lifestyle, and Adam said the bull that comes out of Blake’s mouth is organic. All jokes aside, when it comes down to which team Nicole chooses, she ends up on  TEAM ADAM!

I think my favorites of the night were 2Steel Girls, Samuel Mouton and Domo. Will they be able to keep up the momentum into the Battle Rounds, or will the other artists rise to the top? We have a ways to go.

Next week The Voice airs on Monday  and Tuesday, bringing us more Blind Auditions. Until next time!!

THE VOICE: S03 BLIND AUDITIONS E02

its another night of THE VOICE and lets get right into it!

Adriana Louise – age 22 year old waitress/bartender from Brooklyn, NY. For her audition she sings Domino by Jessie J. She has really cool control over her voice. I would listen to her if she came out with an album. Cee Lo and Adam are the first to turn around. Christina and then Blake turn around. The second person to receive all 4 chairs and a great way to start off the episode. The coaches are really fighting for her in this episode with Christina making the most passionate plea, also throwing in that Cee Lo is “pervy”. In the end Adriana chooses TEAM CHRISTINA!

 

Casey Muessigmann – pronounced “MUSICMAN” The singing wrestler. He gets major points for saying 180 degree turnaround. LOL. A lot of people mistakenly say 360 turn around.  For his audition he sings Sweet Home Alabama.  This dude has a great soulful voice. I think he is one of the best country voices yet. Blake of course is the first to around. Cee Lo also turns around to Blake’s dismay.  Blake really enjoyed the “ass-spanking” as well as the southern rock country element. In the end Casey chooses TEAM BLAKE!

 

Aquile – A biracial kid, 24 years old born in San Diego raised in Wyoming. When he was 19 he was punched in the jaw and had his mouth wired shut until he was healed. Craziness. For his audition he sings Your Song by Elton John, one of my favorite songs. Christina and Adam immediately turn around.  Cee Lo turned around towards the end of the song. The guy will be the lady killer of the show methinks.

All of the coaches make their pitch, but Christina took a page from Cee Lo’s book and started in with the flirting saying she would love a “private show.” In the end Aquile goes with TEAM CHRISTINA! Hmm. She has a lot of vocal powerhouses on her team. I hope this isn’t his undoing. Her battles tend to be powerhouse against powerhouse and this dude is awesome but really smooth.

 

Ryan Fogarty – 28 year old dude from Nashville Tennessee and he is the Tour Production Coordinator for LeeAnn Rimes. Well that isn’t too shabby. That is some star power backing him. For his audition he sings Tomorrow by Chris Young.  You can tell he is a little nervous, but he has a nice voice. Unfortunately no coaches turn around for him. Cee Lo said “Wow what a surprise” and Ryan responded quickly with “I love country.”  That moment when the coaches find out that it’s a black dude singing country. LOL.  Ryan you don’t have to defend yourself!!!  It was a good audition. Blake said he was looking for something different than what Chris Young would do but it never happened.

 

Mackenzie Bourg – out of Lagayette, LA he is 19 year old who contracted a virus that shuts downs organs. Not good obviously.  For his audition he sings Pumped Up Kicks, and the guy also plays guitar. He has a really good indie sound. Cee Lo took his time to press his button, but when he did Mackenzie’s dad flipped out. Christina said she enjoyed his performance and was waiting for that “moment” but she didn’t hear it. Blake said he loved the Harry Potter vibe. Christina said he looked like Justin Bieber, but Mackenzie said “let’s go back to Harry Potter.” Another win for TEAM CEE LO! His last name is BOURG. Like the BORG. From Star Trek. Lol

 

Julio Cesar Castillo – the final artist of the night out of Chicago, who is hoping The Voice can help him break free of his musical roots. He plays in a Mariachi band to support his family.  His dad has epilepsy so it’s hard for him to get a job. For his audition he sings LA BAMABA, becoming the first artist to sing a song entirely in Spanish on The Voice. Blake turns around immediately. My favorite part of this show is when the family/friends celebrate backstage when a chair turns around. Cee Lo also turns around, and of course Blake hates this, calling him a “jackass.”  In the end Julio goes to TEAM BLAKE!

 

Alright another cool night of The Voice. I have one more episode to catch up on. Who were some of your favorites of the episode?

THE VOICE: SEASON 3 PREMIERE

 

Its another season of The Voice and I am late catching up. My band and I have been on the road. I debated back and forth whether or not I was going to continue blogging about the show because its a lot to devote hours out the day for a tv show. After watching the first episode, I was reminded why I love this show so much. So here we go. 

The mission: To discover and develop America’s next great voice.

Some changes to note before gearing up with the Blind Auditions:

Bigger teams – 16 artists per team

And a twist to be revealed later

 

First things first, there is another awesome song performance by the 4 coaches. I really enjoyed how well Blake and Christina’s voices blend.

 

Terry McDermott – Scottish rocker-dude living in New Orleans. He has a dope accent. He was in a 6 piece band called Drive Blind but they disbanded. For his audition he sings Baba O’Reilly by The Who. He has really good voice and great control in going from high notes to low notes. Adam, Cee Lo and Blake all press their buttons.  Blake said exactly what I was thinking when he told Terry that he would win it if he just gets up there and talk. Adam said he wants Terry to sing on his team, Cee Lo said he wanted Terry to rock on his team but in the end he chooses TEAM BLAKE! Awesome choice.

 

So… I’m guessing Purrfect the Cat is out of the picture. Now we have a bird? A Pink bird?

 

De’Borah – From Chicago Heights, IL and I’m not gonna lie. Her choice in dress and style of hair made me think she was a dude. Never judge a book by its colorful cover.  She grew up in the church. She reminds me of Whoopi Goldberg when she speaks. I can’t help but smile when she is on screen because she seems like a dope person to hang out with. She comes right out with it saying she is gay. Her song: Hey, Soul Sister by Train. She has a great voice. And I love her attitude. She might be a favorite of mine already. Christina and Cee Lo turn around at the same time. These coaches are taking a while leaving everyone hanging til the last minute to turn around. She chooses TEAM CHRISTINA!

 

Gracia Harrision – from Virden, IL and the first Country artist and yodeler to audition. For her audition she sings I Want To Be a Cowboy’s Sweetheart.  Adam turns around immediately, followed by Blake. She begins to yodel and Cee Lo turns around, to Blake’s dismay.  Adam said by far she is the best country singer on the show.  Cee Lo uses the word exceptional again (he loves that word) and he says he is a fan of the yodeling. Blake says he hates to think what would happen to her in the long run if she was influenced by either of the other coaches who turned around. He said she is what needs to be brought back to country music. She chooses TEAM BLAKE! Country doesn’t have a good track record on his team, so we shall see if it works in her favor. Adam jumps out of his chair and tells Blake he hates him. Lol.

 

Garrett Gardener – a 16 year old out of Ringwood, NJ.  His father was a jazz musician who played with many famous musicians, but died of cancer a couple years ago. For his audition he sings Have You Seen The Rain. He has a good voice, but unfortunately none of the coaches turn around. Blake tells him he has a really unique sound and tone, but lack of control when he travels from note to note. Christina calls him a cutie pie and loves his rasp, but she seconds Blake’s suggestions.  It seems tough for him to be on stage, but Christina runs up to him and hugs him. Adam grabs him before he leaves the stage and tells him that he is so much better than Adam was when he was 16.

 

Devyn Deloera – 20 years old from Snyder, Tx (WEST TEXAS BABY!!!). She looks like she needs to be an actress. A really beautiful girl. For her audition she sings “Ain’t No Other Man” by Christina Aguilera. Christina pushes her button.  Then Adam and Blake press their buttons.  She put forth a good effort with such a hard song. Christina said she wants to nourish her talent, Adam said it was ballsy and a courageous choice, Blake said she made him. Devyn asks which coach is going to keep her around, and who will keep in contact with her after the competition. Christina dodges by saying it’s a matter of keeping up with conversations, but Adam says his label signed Tony Lucca after Season 2.  Christina says she has label connections, to which Adam says he HAS a label. Blake says that he took Dia Frampton on tour but hasn’t had the chance to work with Jermaine Paul because he is still doing press from WINNING last season. Funny no one mentions Javier Colon though. She ends up with TEAM CHRISTINA!

 

Bryan Keith – 22 year old from the Bronx. His father is a grammy award Latin singer, but he doesn’t want to use his father’s connections.  For his audition he sings It Will Rain by Bruno Mars.  Blake turns around, followed by Christina, followed by Cee Lo, and finally Adam, to be the first to get all 4 coaches! He has a really great rasp and a clear voice.  Adam says he is very special, Cee Lo says his voice has all the qualities he aspires for, Christina says he is a raw quality and gift, and Blake says he knows Brian is the real deal because he sounds like the same guy from the start to finish, not like an singer trying to emulate someone else. In the end he goes with TEAM ADAM! He almost had me as a huge fan for this episode until he said he “felt like something like that would happen.” I’m hoping he isn’t overly cocky for real, because that always turns me off from great singers.

 

Danny Rosa – from last season, he didn’t make it. I remember him as well. I hope he gets to move on. For his audition he sings Somebody I Used to Know by Goteye. He sings a really cool version, kind of outlaw bluegrass or something. Cee Lo and Blake turn around and they freak out because they recognize them, which I think intrigues Adam and Christina.  Adam rushes the stage afterwards to hug him. BEST MOMENT  of the episode. Adam said one of his biggest regrets was not giving him a hug.  Cee Lo said he sounded cool as a muthafucka. Lol. Which they beeped.  Then the coaches go on about how not to give up on your dream. In the end, he goes to TEAM CEE LO! Now how will Danny fare when Cee Lo has favored aggressive performers in the past? I think Danny will go far. He is a pretty inspirational guy.

 

Anita Antoinette – a 22 Jamaican girl singing No Woman No Cry by Bob Marley. She looks like she can sing. And she is really beautiful. She sang her heart out but none of the judges turned around. Adam said she is a great singer with a great voice, but the spirit of the song wasn’t being delivered. She requests to sing it a capella, to which they let her, and she begins a more mournful tone. Which I feel changed the whole feel of the song. The band was playing a happier tone which didn’t really allow for the feeling she began to emote.  The audience stands up and cheers, along with the coaches (minus Christina). As she steps off the stage, Blake asks Anita to come back next year.

 

Joe Kirkland -  24 year old from Fort Worth, Tx.  He was signed to a label with a band as a musician, the lead singer bailed, he stepped up to the plate to sing but the label didn’t believe in him so they were dropped. For his audition he sings Gives You Hell, to which Adam Levine and Blake Shelton turn around. He reminds me of the lead singer from Blink 182. He has good sound. Christina was eager to see what he looked like. Adam said he has control over his aggressive tone and he has never had anyone like that on his team. Blake said he is a believer and thinks that he has star quality. Blake said he also wears vests, matching when they do duets together. He ends up on TEAM LEVINE.

 

Jessica Sharpe – 23 year old out of Greensboro, NC.  A hairdresser who also sings in a cover band and is “big stuff” in Greensboro. She is cute with a fun personality. She sings Son of a Preacher Man.

Unfortunately no one turned around for her.  Christina said she was waiting for the magical moment to happen but it didn’t. Blake said she needs to promise that she will try out for Season 4 and Christina again went up to offer a warm hug.

 

Trevin Hunte – 18 year old from Queens New York. The part of his story that gets me the most is when he spoke on the opportunity he had to attend a performing arts school, on condition he had 4 recommendations from his teachers. He acquired 3, but the 4^th teacher he approached told him he was wasting his time. Who says that to a kid? But Trevin mustve had more than 4 teachers he knew. Someone else could’ve written that recommendation right?  For his song he performs Listen by Beyonce. What a song to choose. And Christina  immediately turned around, followed by Blake. Then Cee Lo. What a fucking voice. This dude took that song and ripped it to shreds. He ripped it. I replayed this twice. Blake screamed at Adam to press his button, but he didn’t. Christina said she was completely blown away so please pick her. In the end he went with TEAM CEE LO! MAJOR CONTENDER HERE.

 

My favorite performances of the night go to Terry McDermott and Trevin Hunte.  Can’t wait to see more of them!!

 

The Voice Season 2 Episode 5 (final blind auditions)

Whitney Meyer - from Nevada. A flame haired beauty, who kind of looks black to me. She is a musician raised by an awesome musician dad. for her Blind Audition song she sings “No One”. I love her version. It was a mix of R&B and Sheryl Crow.  Making the song your own is very popular this season because she gets all 4 coaches to turn around, with Adam being the first coach, Xtina the last. Adam goes as far to say that Whitney could win the whole thing and he would be there for her. In the end, Whitney chooses Team Adam.

David Dunn – from Midland, Tx (TX STAND UP!!) this guy is from west texas, not too far away from where my family is. David feels he is the black sheep, as he is wants to break out of the family business of oil rigs to be a musician. his dad rubs me the wrong way when he says “david is following the music passion… we’ll see how long it lasts.” i’m sure he was just trying to be funny but it just sounded mean. For David’s Blind Audition, he sings The Man Who Can’t Be Moved (a very familiar song via XENIA season 1). His performance was nice, but you could tell by the shake in his voice he was extremely nervous. And unfortunately none of the judges turned around. Blake said he had to compare it to Xenia, and hearing the song takes him back there which sucks for David. SWEET MOMENT: Dad was the first to hug him.

The Shield Brothers - Tristan and Rory from Virginia. These dudes crack me up. They look like the party and dont give a shit about anything. They want to punch America in the face with rock n roll. For their Blind Audition, they sing Dancing With Myself.  I’m not familiar with this song at all.  They sound like a rock n roll group to me. I don’t feel this song particularly showed off their voices, but Cee Lo turned around and seemed to enjoy the performance. I did like how they ended their song. Lots of energy. TEAM CEE LO.

Cheesa - from Honolulu, HA. A fellow Hawaiian, which excites me. I feel so many Hawaiians have soul. For her Blind Audition she sings If I Were A Boy. She starts off in a low register, kind of like Toni Braxton would. Then as she got to the chorus, she belted it out like there was no tomorrow. Then she lets out the last of a phrase and there is a pause in the music. Cee Lo looks shocked like he wanted to push his button but wasnt sure if that was the end of the song. He pushes it, she sings one more sentence and she is on Team Cee Lo.

Preston Shannon - from Memphis, TN. 64 year old blues singer and for his Blind Audition he sings In The Midnight Hour. The dude is good. He’s got a gravely tone and a lot of confidence. You can tell he is no stranger to performing. And he’s incredible on the guitar. Unfortunately no one turned around for him. Adam lets out an expletive, to which Preston replies, “my sentiments exactly.”

Lex Land - from Austin, Tx (REPRESENT!!). a singer-songwriter who volunteers at a Girl’s Rock Camp. for her Blind Audition she sings If I Cant Make You Love Me. from the moment she begins, I smile. Smooth, sexy, and sultry. Then when Cee Lo and Adam both turn around, her nerves and complete bafflement take over and she fights to regain control. Adam says “she’s nervous”. Blake turns around. Carson says “she sounds nervous, but she’s still killing it.” FUCK WHAT YOU SAY I LOVE LEX. In the end, she goes with Team Blake.

Cameron Novack - from St. Louis, MO. this guy looks like a tall vampire. Maybe I watch a little too much Vampire Diaries and reruns of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.  For his Blind Audition, he sings You Oughta Know. Xtina immediately calls out Cee Lo’s name, I guess thinking that Cameron would be perfect for him. This guy definitely has his own style and power in his voice. No coaches turn around, and when they do they are all shocked by the way he looks. Adam is shocked that he isnt a woman. Cameron just looks pissed and then busts out a lil flow. Then there is the awkward moment where Adam calls out to the producers “Can we cheat?” getting everyone’s hopes up. Cee Lo reins the crowd back in with how that would ruin the integrity of the show.

Orlando Napier - an LA blues singer. Orlando grew up a reckless partier that spent a brief stint in jail over a bar fight. He recently calmed down a bit, and performs with his dad. For his Blind Audition he sings Waiting on the World to Change. Adam immediately turns around. And here is where Adam becomes the first coach to land his 12th and final artist.

Lee Koch - works in a bakery from California. This dude needs to be my best friend. I love bread and bread like substances. Will his music be as good as his baked goods? For his Blind Audition he sings Like A Rolling Stone. I dig this guys look and his voice. As soon as he started playing the harmonica, Xtina turned around. Good thing because that was it for his song. Xtina now has one more spot on her team.

Wade - 18 year old R&B singer from Alabama. he seems to have a positive spirit about him and I am excited. I’m already pulling for this dude. For his Blind Audition he sings Rehab. I love the rasp in his voice. Cee Lo turns around for him and doing so fills up Team Cee Lo! PREDICTION: I feel like in the BATTLE ROUNDS he is going to go against JAMAR ROGERS. They both have that awesome rasp. That Battle would be sick, but very sad at the same time.

Adley Stump – singing country music for 10 months from Tulsa, OK. For her Blind Audition she sings Last Name, a song I’m not familiar with it. She has power in her voice. At the last minute Blake and Xtina both turn around, to which Adley’s mom freaks out in the back and jumps on Carson Daly, straddling him. I rewound that part over a couple times because she has height in that jump. Haha. There is a bromance moment between Adam and Blake where Blake tells Adamhe loves him. Adam says I love you too, in a non sexual way. Blake replies he cant say the same.Good stuff. Good stuff. So who does Adley choose? Blake Shelton. So Blake fills his team with his 12th artist.

Sera Hill - from ATL, GA and from the get go we already know she is Team Xtina. She is the last performer of the night, so she has to be something special. for her Blind Audition she sings I’m Goin Down. When Xtina finally turns around, her family of course goes crazy. After her final note, Sera does a victory dance. Xtina soon grabs a mic, gets the band to play, and they rock out. A sweet moment in The Voice history. An impromptu duet with a coach during a Blind Audition. CRAZY!

So the teams are filled. Battle Rounds will be fought.

Everyone is amazing but these are my favorites:

RaeLynn, Juliet Simms, Jamar Rogers, Lex Land, Jonathas, Jesse Campbell, Wade, Gwen Sebastian,Sera Hill, James Massone, Lindsey Pavao… i know i’m missing some folks. But these are favorites so far, from one performance. I’m open to being swayed. 

Who are your favorites?

Any battle round predictions?

The Voice Season 2 Episode 4

First off I have to say I am addicted to The Voice. Seriously.  Band rehearsal went long this evening so I rushed home and in a rush reheated dinner, changed the channel to NBC and Wheel of Fortune was finishing up. I was feeling impatient, while I waited for it to go off and had to check myself. Its only a TV show right? Wrong. Its the effing Voice. And its awesome.

The first artist up tonight is Ducky (@duckydukemusic). He is a painter and from the artwork they show he seems to be really good. How does he rate as a singer though? For his Blind Audition he sings ‘Tighten Up’. He has a nice rocker voice, and he seems like he could be an interesting addition to someone’s team. Of course Carson Daly asks ‘where is Adam in all of this?’. Unfortunately, no coach turns around. Blake says that Ducky is one of those he will look back and regret a little bit. Blake’s cool factor keeps going up. He offered Ducky a sip from his cup after Ducky said he may need a shot (he said sarsaparilla but isn’t that root beer?). Blake are you drinking on the job? BEST JOB EVER!

Next artist is Jonathas Ojeda (@iknowJonathas), from Austin, TX. ( TEXAS BABY!!) He is Brazilian and a family man. For his Blind Audition, he busts out  ’You Got It Bad’ by Usher. Adam says he sounds exactly like Usher and Blake says he’s gotta be good looking.   Cee Lo Green is the first coach to turn around, and surprisingly XTINA turns around. Cee Lo said he thought it was a prank because it sounded so much like Usher. Xtina said it was clear that the ladies loved him and were body rocking. She also knows some of the best choreographers and wants to mold him. Cee Lo asks what kind of watch he is wearing and for a moment they bond over watches.  Jonathas says he is a big fan of Cee Lo, but has always had the hots for Xtina. In the end, its Team Xtina.

Monique Benabou (@MoniqueBenabou) is the next artist and  for her Blind Audition she sings ‘Mr Know It All’ by Kelly Clarkson. She has a nice voice. Very pop-ish.  I feel like she might go to Team Blake but no one is turning around. Finally Xtina turns around.  Why: because Xtina said she was generally consistent and she delivered.  Team Xtina.

Next up is Naia Kete (@naiakete), a street performer. Carson Daly surprises her during a performance on the street. I friggin love these moments when he does this. When they show her with her family, I really get a gypsy vibe from her. They all have long locs and the girls wear long dresses. Its dope.  For her song she starts ‘The Lazy Song’ and Blake Shelton is the first coach to turn around. As soon as she hits a high part in the song, Cee Lo pushes his button. Cee Lo of course calls her an angel and then says “I PUSHED MY BUTTON FOR YOU.” And she replies, “Cee Lo you push all my buttons.”  Blake throws his arms up and says “I’m screwed” but he goes on to say that when he heard her voice, it instantly made her smile.  The coaches are laying it on thick.  Cee Lo and Blake are really fighting for her. In the end, Naia picks Team Blake!

SIDENOTE: I think a shot game could be created everytime Blake says the work UNIQUE .

The next artist is Eric Macek (@erikmacek), a CZECH dude. For his Blind Audition he sings ‘Free Falling’. He has a cool voice.  I dig the mellow vibe. That is all me. But none of the coaches turn around. Blake tells him he wouldn’t change a damn thing that he did and he almost pushed the button. But he didn’t. Blake said UNIQUE again in the after-thought interview.

The next artist is Charlotte Sometimes (@4eversometimes). Unfortunately, when she was younger she was diagnosed with a disease that disintegrates the jaw but she had surgery, had her jaw wired shut for 5 months and now she is able to pursue her dreams! For her Blind Audition she sings “Apologize” and I get a Lana Del Rey vibe from her. Adam and Blake turn around for her at the same time. Suddenly the rest of the coaches turn around. 4 JUDGES! Blake lets everyone know that he had a girl with a similar vibe (Xenia) and she now has a record deal. These coaches are fighting for this girl. Adam says he heard a cool and simple thing with her voice, and Xtina says she doesn’t think it was simple at all. But as they argue Cee Lo says that Adam and Xtina need to get a room. Ha. In the end Charlotte choose Blake. Team Blake. I like the victory pumps Blake does when he gets an artist.

The next artist up is Tony Vincent (@tvofficial), who is a Broadway star (kind of like Frenchie right?) For his Blind Audition he sings Queen “We Are The Champions”  and this dude is rocking out on stage! Cee Lo is the only coach to turn around. Cee Lo questions if the other coaches’ ears are burned up from having such a great vocal performance. Blake says that Cee Lo is an over the top artist and perfect for Tony. Team Cee Lo baby!

Anthony Evans (@anthonyevansjr) is the next artist (DALLAS TEXAS!!), son of a well-known Pastor and his dad looks like Steve Harvey.  He is trying to define himself as an artist and I bet he is trying to get away from being pegged as Gospel, or at least show how versatile he can be.  For his Blind Audition he sings ‘What’s Going On’. He definitely has a church vibe.  I like his falsetto. As soon as he does this vocal riff Xtina pushes that button. Xtina says she thinks he has a beautiful voice. She was waiting to hear something spectacular at the end and when he started hitting those runs, that was her moment. Team Xtina.

The next artist works in a sandwich shop and his name is Jamie Lono (@JamieLono). I feel slighted in the way that Carson Daly did not present him with his invitation. It looks like his supervisor did.  I guess that is a good way to let your job know that you are going to be gone for a while! If not indefinitely. But let’s not put all of our eggs in one basket. (What does that mean?) For his Blind Audition he sings ‘Folsom Prison Blues’ and Adam Levine pushes his button immediately. Cee Lo also turns around.   Adam says he is so soulful. The song choice was amazing. Different and Soulful. In the end he goes to team Cee Lo! Wow. Though Adam turned around first, he still went with Cee Lo! So far, tonight Adam still has no one! Team Cee Lo.

ANOTHER SHOT GAME: TAKING A SHOT EVERYTIME CEE LO SAYS: ENDORSE.

Next up is Dylan Chambers (@dylan_chambers) from ARLINGTON, TX (TEXAS STAND UP!). For his Blind Auditions, he sings ‘Valerie’ I am digging his vibe! I love this song and he is doing a really good job. But none of the coaches turned around.

They do a quick run through of artists that don’t make it, which is really nice of them. They didn’t have to show any of them.

The next artist is Justin Hopkins (@jhopsmusicbox), and he was actually one of Carson Daly’s guitarists in the house band. For his Blind Audition he performs ‘Babylon’. He had a resigned look on his face when it almost seems no coach is going to turn around, when suddenly Cee Lo turns around. He did say earlier he would like to be on Cee Lo’s team. You got your wish dude! TEAM CEE LO!

Up next is Nicolle Galyon (@nicatnitemusic), who wants to be the first country artist pianist. For her Blind Audition she sings ‘You Save Me’. Adam is the first to turn around. And it looks like Adam may actually score this one! Afterwards, Adam gives her a standing ovation and lets the other coaches know they are dumb.  He says he is happy because when she wasn’t nervous, she was so special. Team Adam. His first artist of the night. Good job Adam.

They quickly Ashley De La Rosa (@UKnowAshleyDLR) goes to Team Xtina, Jordan Rager [(@Jordan__Rager) <<--- that is 2 underscores] who goes to Team Blake, Karla Davis (@KarlaDavisMusic) goes to Team Adam, Alyx (@FollowAlyx) goes to Team Blake.

Eric Tipton (@RealEricTipton) is 31 years old, 6 ft and 300 lbs. SANGER, TX. (hello fellow TEXAN!) For his Blind Audition he sings “You Make My Dreams” and he has a really nice soft tone to his voice, with moments of power.  Unfortunately no coach turns around.  He did really well though.

Mathai (@mathaimusic) from Dallas, Texas (another TEXAN!) is sexy. Hands down. Her family is in the business of making doctors, but she wants to follow her dreams of being an artist. For her Blind Audition she sings ‘Rumor Has It’, which you know I already love as I love Adele. Obviously Mathai and I are meant to be together. If her parents find me acceptable.  Adam Levine is the first coach who turns around. Mathai’s mom is really giddy and I love how she starts to do a little happy dance. Soon Blake turns around. Followed by Cee Lo. The guys must’ve heard sexy cos they all turned around. Blake calls her a star. But in the end she chooses Adam!

Another great episode of The Voice! I was a little more excited about this episode more than last week. And I found my wife. And my favorites in this episode are Jonathas Ojeda (@iknowJonathas) and Mathai (@mathaimusic). Also I think everyone in America learned that Texas talent is abundant and diverse.

What did you think about tonight’s episode? Any favorites? Let me know!

Until next week.

LLAP.

The Voice Season 2 Episode 3

Tonight we start off with Sarah Golden’s Blind Audition similar to how mine went in the first season, where we only see her shadowy outline as she discusses how she is judged by her looks and sometimes people dismiss her without giving her talent a chance. This made me really curious to hear how her voice sounds. And what could be so hideous about her that we could only see her outline?  She begins singing a mellow version of Lady Gaga’s You and I and she is playing a guitar, so you know that adds points in my book. (I know, I know. Its a competition about THE VOICE). My first thought is she has a cool voice (i would choose her), and the judges appear to be soaking it in, while the cameras still  let us see her face, teasing us with the back of her head. Suddenly Cee Lo’s chair turns around and suddenly we see a normal looking girl (Sarah, she just has a very boyish hair cut) pointing at Cee Lo singing the words “You and I”. At almost the last second, Blake’s chair turns around.  During Sarah’s selection process she becomes flustered and says she wants them both. To which Cee Lo quips “Well you cant handle us both baby” Yesss the innuendo is in full force! In the end she chooses Cee Lo.

Next up we meet Ellie and she is singing Mercy. Honestly I loved it. I love the song and it was a great choice for her but  none of the judges turned around.

The next audition is Pip Andrew, a 19 year old theater kid who is wearing a bowtie, clearly an homage to Doctor Who. (okay maybe not)  He starts off singing House of the Rising Sun. He has a really good voice.  He kind of reminds me of Devon from Season 1 so i didn’t think it was odd for Adam to turn around. Soon  Blake turns around. Then Xtina, then Cee Lo. All 4 judges turn around. In the end Pip goes with Adam.  Good choice? We shall see…

The next artist is Erin Willett  singing “I want You Back”  for her Blind Audition. Blake was the only coach to turn around.  Blake also let XTINA know she screwed up for not turning around. Blake saysErin has a very powerful voice and he loves seeing the crowd get excited about who was on stage. “great voice and the crowd going for you, and youre on my team whether you like it or not!” Team Blake for Erin Willett.

Next up is David Grace.  He is a huge dude. Played football. From Texas (TEXAS STAND UP) He really looks like a UFC fighter. He sings “Sweet Home Alabma” and he has an awesome voice! Unfortunately no one turned around. Blake says his dips confused him. He wasn’t sure if he was doing it on purpose or just looking for the note. Adam says it was a little too much sliding up.

Our next artist is Katrina Parker. Her look reminds me of one of the singers off of Boardwalk Empire. And Katrina,  I saw that back tattoo!! For her Blind Audition, she sings One Of Us. She has a beautiful voice. Adam Levine turns around and has a great smile one his face.   Adam tells her I WIN. He also says there were moments that weren’t perfect, but it was different and that was what he loves about her. #teamadam (I respect you Katrina. Team Cubicle. Many of us have worked in a cubicle at one point)

Geoff McBride is the next audition and appears to be the oldest person on the show 51 years old. He wears sunglasses because when he was younger he was in kickboxing and got a thumb to the eye which tore his retina. OUCH. For his Blind Audition he sings HIGHER GROUND. The first note he gives us lets everyone know this dude has power! Wow.  He gives me a church vibe. Xtina was the first coach to turn around (i think she loved the first note too). I love seeing the coaches motion to each other they should turn around. Suddenly Cee Lo Turns around. I feel like he could be a perfect fit for Cee Lo. Adam tells Geoff he can sing his ass off. Xtina says the very first note he sang blew him away.  I love it when Cee Lo pulls the soul card and then Xtina fights back with a “I do have soul too!” In the end he goes with Xtina.

Erin Martin is our next artist and she used to be a model. She says she is doing the Voice because she has done a lot of showcases for industry folks and they have told her she needs more artist development (which is something I dislike about the industry. Not a lot of labels are looking to help develop artists anymore) For her Blind Audition she sings Hey There Delilah. Erin has this wierd tone in her voice and sounds very different from everyone else so far. Of Blake Shelton turns around immediately. He seems to want all things different and new. The second coach to turn around is Cee Lo so you know after Erin is done, Cee Lo immediately begins the flirting and addresses her as “Honey.”  I love it when he turns around for a pretty girl. He says she is a “beautiful creature of a woman” and “quite naturally you belong to me don’t you agree?”  But she came back with “clearly that’s up for debate.” Haha. Awesome.  Blake says she is the special sound that he has never heard before. Surprisingly, she goes with CEE LO!!

The next audition is from James Masserone. And for his Blind Audition he sings a Drake song, Find Your Love. And this dude sounds black. I love the excitement in his face when the coaches turn around, and Jesse has 3 coaches vying for his affections: Xtina, Blake and Cee Lo. Adam first reaction after the song is over is to scream’s “he’s white?!” Haha. James then asks Adam “what happened to you?” Adam said when he saw all 3 turn around and said he would let the three of them fight over James. Finally it comes to the POWER OF CHOICE. And he says he doesn’t want to offend anyone in the group but he goes with CEE LO! Cee Lo is raking in the artists in this episode. He seems to be the cool guy everyone wants to get to know.

Winter Ray is from Iowa and she is an awesome rocker looking chick with tattoos and blue hair. For her Blind Audition she busts out with Take A Bow, by Rihanna which I think is another perfect example of how the voice and song choice can totally surprise you when you see the person singing. Hanging out backstage with Carson Daly we catch a glimpse of Perez Hilton cheering her on. Unfortunately no one turned around for her. I hate that the last line she sang was “but its over now.” Its sad but she should know she is talented.  I am sure we will see more of her in the future. It doesn’t hurt to have Perez Hilton in your corner.

The next artist is Chris Cauley and for his blind audition singing BRUNO MARS!! GRENADES.  It took a long time for someone to turn around but eventually Cee Lo turned. Then Adam turned around. Cee Lo, in typical Cee Lo fashion tells Chris that he was very pleased with his performance.  Adam tried to explain the reason for waiting so long to turn around was because he wanted his 12 people to be amazing, so he was trying to figure out if Chris really was amazing.  This is where Chris jokingly says he wants Adam and Cee Lo to arm wrestle for it, and Adam says he would lose that one. In the end, Chris goes to Team Adam.

The next 3 artists they didn’t really showcase their talent, which I find disappointing but I guess we shall see how they stack up in the Battle Rounds later on in the competition. Nathan Parrett for Team Adam; Brian Fuente for Team Blake; and Moses Stone, this competition’s first MC for Team Xtina. I wish we had seen his performance, especially since he is our first rap artist. That could’ve been a really special moment for television. I wonder how his Battle Round is going to go being he is probably paired with a singer. How can you compare a singer to a rap artist? Can Moses sing? I guess we will find out.

Finally, our last artist up for her Blind Audition is Jordis Unga a dope Tongan chick (#teampoly). The music for Maybe I’m Amazed begins and Adam, from his chair, says he loves the song already, but as Jordis starts singing, Blake is the first Coach to turn around. Soon Xtina and Cee Lo turn around. Afterwards, as the coaches get to finally see who she is, I notice Adam has been making a lot of excuses for not turning around for people tonight. Blake says that she makes him want to be a better vocalist. Blake also said he was the first person to turn around. He also lets her know that Dia, who was on his team Season 1, actually is on tour with him now. Blake is pulling out all the stops to get this girl on his team.  Christina points out that while Blake is busy touring she will actually be available to mentor her. Jordis lets everyone know that she wants a coach that is interested in taking her to the end of the competition, as Blake points to himself. In the end, Jordis goes to Team Blake.

I don’t know if I have any favorites from tonight. I feel everyone was really good, but I guess I need to hear more from everyone as the competition progresses.  Who do you think has the strongest team right now?

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