Blind audition: Courtnie Ramirez, 17, of Bryan, Texas, tackled Jessie J’s “Mamma Knows Best.” Despite an exuberant performance, Courtnie was well into her version before Miley Cyrus and then Alicia Keys turned around. Miley complimented Courtnie on her range, swag and rocker vibe. Alicia called Courtnie’s voice “immediate personality.” Courtnie said she’d like to do…
Blind audition: Nolan Neal, 35, Nashville, Tenn., returned to The Voice after failing to turn a chair in Season 10. This time, he auditioned with Elton John’s “Tiny Dancer.” He displayed nice raspy vocals and delivered several impressive moments over the course of the performance. Blake Shelton and Adam Levine turned quickly, followed by Miley…
Blind audition: Josh Gallagher, 25, of Nashville, Tenn., auditioned with “Stay a Little Longer” by Brothers Osborne. Blake Shelton turned at the first run-through of the chorus. Eventually, Josh’s solid country vocal prompted a chair turn from Alicia Keys as well. Alicia complimented Josh on his voice and reminded him that country, the blues and…
Blind audition: Michael Sanchez, 25, of San Diego, Calif., auditioned with “Use Me” by Bill Withers. He turned in a solid vocal, but was moments from not making the show when Alicia Keys pushed her button at the last moment, giving him a spot on The Voice as a member of her team. Alicia said…
