The Voice is down to the top twelve vocalists and each vocalist will now take the stage for a chance to advance to the top ten. The coaches are now in a full mentor role to each vocalist on their team.
At this stage in the competition, the power completely shifts to the audience. The coaches will not be allowed to save any member of their team; the power is with the voting audience.
Caroline Pennell took the stage first representing Team Cee Lo. Pennell put her unique spin on the current chart-topping hit, “Wake Me Up,” by Avicii. Coach Green commented on the performance by saying that each time Pennell takes the stage she gets better and she is really connecting with the audience. Shelton added that he liked that Pennell did something more up-tempo and the performance was awesome. Levine followed that by saying that he thought Pennell stayed in the pocket of the song and gave another amazing performance.
Following Pennell was Josh Logan, from Team Christina. Logan performed, “Man in Mirror,” by Michael Jackson. Coach Aguilera started off the comments by saying that Logan really broke down the song and showcased soul and heart with his performance. Levine said that the performance was beautiful but selfishly he wished that Logan had moved toward the audience more. Green added this performance was much improved from last week. Shelton concluded the comments by saying that if Logan had performed like this last week; he would not have been in the bottom.
James Wolpert from Team Adam took on “Mr. Brightside,” by The Killers. Coach Levine kicked off the comments by saying that the performance was dynamic yet controlled, saying that Wolpert turned into a rock star in front of the audience. Aguilera added that the performance was nice and that she is proud of Wolpert.
Austin Jenckes followed Wolpert, representing Team Blake. Jenckes performed a country classic, “It’s a Great Day To Be Alive.” Shelton said that every performance from Jenckes is sold. Green added that he liked the performance and really liked the twang that Jenckes featured in his vocal performance. Levine said that when Jenckes hit a large note towards the end of the performance, he really set himself apart from the competition.
Jacquie Lee from Team Christina took the stage next. Lee performed “Love is Blindness,” which was performed Jack White. Aguilera said that she felt the energy in the room lift up and that Lee set the stage on fire. Levine added that it was a smart song choice and showed that Lee could handle that type of song. Green remarked that he loved the way that Lee makes him feel.
Ray Boudreaux, representing Team Blake followed Lee. Boudreaux sang “All of Me,” originally performed by John Legend. Shelton said that he was wrapped up in that performance and that his performance worked in a big way. Aguilera did say that the vocal performance did fall a little short.
Kat Robichaud from Team Cee Lo took to the stage next. Robichaud sang, “Sail,” originally performed by AWOLNATION. Green went on a sermon like talk about how music can be healing and that Robichaud really brought the performance. Aguilera said that Robichaud came to play. Robichaud was the first Voice contestant to crowd surf.
Johnny Gray who represents Team Cee Lo, performed Phil Collins hit, “Another Day in Paradise.” Green started off the comments by saying that he can’t wait for Gray to be able to write and perform his own music. Levine added that the start of the song stumbled a little bit but that Gray really recovered.
The performances continued with Team Adam. Tessanne Chin performed “My Kinda Love,” by Emeli Sande. Levine started off the comments by saying regardless of what anyone thinks that Chin brings a real emotional performance every single time she is on stage. Levine ended his comments by saying that he loves his whole team. Aguilera added that the performance was beautiful and passionate.
Matthew Schuler took the stage next for Team Christina. Schuler performed, “Hallelujah.” Aguilera started off the comments by saying that there is something so magical about Schuler, adding that he makes people feel something that is so special and that talent is one of a kind. Shelton added that when Schuler takes the stage it is magically and powerful. Levine added that “Hallelujah” is one of the best songs ever written and that Schuler preserved the legacy of what that song means.
Cole Vosbury, from Team Blake followed Schuler. Vosbury performed “Adorn” by Miguel. When the performance, Vosbury received a standing ovation. Shelton said that every time Vosbury takes the stage it is like bringing a gun to a knife fight. Green said that he was impressed that Vosbury is here and wanted to remind everyone that he turned around for Vosbury in the blind auditions.
Closing the night was Will Champlin from Team Adam. Champlin performed, “Demons,” from Imagine Dragons. Levine said that if people want to success in this music industry it is hard and that you need to love the industry way too much and that he loved that quote from Champlin. Levine also added that the audience could feel that passion from Champlin.
Fans can vote for their favorite artist either online, text, phone or by downloading the artists’ performance on iTunes.
The results will be announced tomorrow on NBC.
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