The Voice returns with the top eight vocalists competing for a spot to advance in the competition and this also features the largest coaches reunion in Voice history.
Team Adam is working with Voice coach Usher. Williams was reunited with his one and only bae, Gwen Stefani. Stefani was working double time and also helping to coach Team Christina. Shelton teamed up with one of the original coaches, Cee Lo Green to round out the reunion. Shakira was unable to make it, but still took part in the show with a special message to Team Shakira fans.
Before the competition got underway all eight of the finalists came together to perform “Hey Brother” originally performed by Avicii.
Opening the show was Hannah Kirby from Team Blake who was happy and surprised to meet Cee Lo. Asking him where his infamous cat was. Kirby performed a Tina Turner classic “We Don’t Need Another Hero.” Starting off the coaches’ comment was Aguilera who added that it was another powerhouse vocal performance and that maybe next time, develop her lower register. Former coach Pharrell said that he is so happy for her because she is doing it her way. Shelton said that Kirby has become one of his favorite contestants of all time since he started during the show.
Next up was Team Adam with Joshua Davis who received help from Usher. Davis performed “Fields of Gold” by Sting. Shelton said that it was refreshing to hear Davis get back to what he is best at. Coach Adam added that he is so proud of Davis and in the top eight such powerhouse performances are taking place but he loved the fact that Davis did something very different and sang with class and elegance.
Following Davis was Kimberly Nichole from Team Christina who worked with fellow Voice coach Gwen Stefani. The performance had Coach Christina out of her seat before it even ended. All of the coaches were on their feet after that performance. Williams, who would not sit back down, said that he was honored that Nichole had been a part of his team and that the performance was masterful. Levine added that it was super dramatic, powerful and entertaining. Coach Christina said that she was in awe after that performance and that Nichole is a true artist.
Shakira joined the broadcast with a special message for her fellow coaches and wished all of the contestants the best of luck. She sent them love from Barcelona.
Before the performances continued, Blake Shelton took the stage to perform his own new single, “Sangria.”
Continuing the performances was Meghan Linsey from Team Blake. Linsey sang, “Something” by Shirley Bassey. Levine started off the comments by saying that this is one of his favorite songs and that she was awesome. Shelton added that each week that goes by, Linsey gets more comfortable and that he expects to see her in the finale tonight.
India Carney from Team Christina took on one of the most iconic songs in history, “Over The Rainbow.” Shelton started off the comments by saying that Carney looked beautiful and that performance had magic in it. Aguilera said that she enjoyed the performance and was taken on that journey with Carney, she really saw Carney embrace her dreams.
Coming back after being a finalist on The Voice was Matt McAndrew who performed his latest single, “Counting On Love.”
Sawyer Fredericks from Team Pharrell was up next. Fredericks sang, “Simple Man” by Leonard Skinner. Levine added that Fredericks voice is raw and pure and that is all he needs. He said that this was the challenge that he needed and he really stepped out front and center. Williams added that he wanted to encourage everyone to vote for Fredericks because he really loves this rock genre of music and wanted everyone to support him.
Following Fredericks was Corey Kent White who sang, “When I See You Smile” by Bad English. Levine added that sometimes during the performance it was really low but he wanted to hear that really on, despite that, he said it was an amazing song choice. Shelton added that this was White’s best performance of the season and that is the moment that he had been waiting for all season.
Closing out the night was Koryn Hawthorne from Team Pharrell. Levine said he really sees an evolution from Hawthorne since she started on the show. Aguilera added that this is the point in the competition where people either make it or break it and Hawthorne thrived on that pressure. Coach Pharrell said that Hawthorne inspires with her songs and that he wanted everyone to vote for Hawthorne and support her.
Tomorrow night the live results will be announced on NBC. Fans can vote, online, by calling or by downloading the artists’ songs on iTunes. The live results show will featured a performance from Jason DeRulo.
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