His audition: Steve Knill, 37, of San Francisco, Calif., performed “Up To the Mountain” by Patty Griffin. His soulful version of the song earned an almost immediate chair turn from Kelly Clarkson. He proceeded to show off all sorts of vocal gymnastics. But Kelly was the only coach to turn, meaning Steve automatically became Team…
Her audition: Brooke Stephenson, 28, of Bolton, Connecticut, performed “Let Him Fly,” by The Dixie Chicks / Patty Griffin. She delivered a nice blend of soul and country and a displayed a really nice ache in her voice. And that combination prompted chair turns from Kelly Clarkson, Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton. Kelly complimented her…
His audition: Brennen Henson, 20, of Flint, Mich., performed “Riptide” by Vance Joy. A really strong opening from Brendan made an impression, but he was well into the song because Gwen Stefani turns. Brennen turned in an impressive audition, but it wasn’t until the very end that Blake Shelton turned as well. Gwen likes the…
Her audition: EllieMae, 21, Jerome, Idaho, performed “Merry Go Round” by Kacey Musgraves. EllieMae was well into the song when she enticed a chair turn from Blake Shelton. And that prompted quite a smile from the gal from Idaho. And a few tears. Blake said he loves her folksy sound. And since he was the…
The battle round begins next week on The Voice. And I can already envision lots of Team John Legend artists being stolen. John, the show’s defending champion coach, landed another four-chair turn during Tuesday’s show in the form of Khalea Lynee. If you’re counting – and I am – that makes five four-chair turn artists…
