His audition: Preston Pohl, 26, of Hallettsville, Texas, sang “Electric Feel” by MGMT, prompting Blake Shelton, Adam Levine and Cee Lo Green to turn around in a heartbeat. Adam complimented him on turning “Electric Feel” into a Marvin (Gaye) song and for his conviction to what he was singing.
Her audition: Timyra-Joi (Beatty), 15, of San Diego, Calif., sang Alicia Keys’ “This Girl is On Fire,” and was on fire, prompting Christina to turn around in a heartbeat. Right before the song ended, Cee Lo Green and Blake Shelton spun around, too. Adam Levine called Timyre-Joi “an unpolished diamond.” Background: Timyra-Joi’s mom says she…
His audition: James Irwin, 31, of St. Louis, Missouri, sang R.E.M.’s “Losing My Religion.” Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green turned their chairs almost immediately, soon followed by Adam Levine and Blake Shelton. Christina complimented him on “captivating” the judges and the audience. Background: James had auditioned on the premiere episode of Season 4 with…
Her audition: Ashley Dubose, 23, of St. Paul, Minn., sang Rihanna’s “Diamonds” for her audition. Her unique sound, crystal clear delivery and big voice prompted all four coaches to turn their chairs. Adam Levine complimented her on having a “voice that cut like a razor through this entire place.”
His audition: R. Anthony, 33, of Tampa, Fla., sang “Hall of Fame” by The Script. Christina Aguilera turned well into the performance; Cee Lo Green joined her at the very last moment. Cee Lo said it wasn’t because he was indecisive. It was because he was enjoying the “compelling quality” in R. Anthony’s voice. Background:…
Her audition: Monika Leigh, 28, of Boulder, Colorado, auditioned with the B.B. King hit “The Thrill is Gone.” Cee Lo Green and Adam Levine turned their chairs early in the performance, joined at almost the last moment by Blake Shelton. Adam complimented her on the “pure” tone in her voice and said he wanted to…
His audition: Will Champlin, 30, of Reseda, Calif., auditioned with Gavin DeGraw’s “Not Over You.” The performance prompted Blake Shelton, then Adam Levine and Cee Lo Green to spin their chairs. Adam complimented Will on “a really incredible voice,” and called the performance “spectacular.”
Her audition: Briana Cuoco, 24, of Los Angeles, sang a rather unique version of Lady Gaga’s “You and I.” As soon as she hit the big chorus, her voice soared and Christina Aguilera turned her chair. Cee Lo Green followed suit at the last instant. Christina complimented her on her “power and raw talent.”
His audition: Justin Chain, 23, of Fort Payne, Ala., sang Luke Bryan’s “She’s Country” for his audition. Blake Shelton turned his chair early in the performance, but wound up being the only coach to do so. Blake complimented him on his “amazing” pitch and called the other judges “idiots” for not turning around. Background: Justin…
Her audition: Olivia Henken, 25, of Louisville, Ken., sang Carrie Underwood’s “Two Black Cadillacs” Christina Aguilera turned around early in the song. At the last minute, she was joined by Cee Lo Green. Christina said something in Olivia’s voice “just totally connected with me.”
