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The Voice introduced us to 10 more singers who earned spots on the show during Monday’s blind audition episode.

Those singers included the husband-wife country duo The Dryes and a pair of artists who turned four chairs — Morgan Taylor and Andrew Igbokidi.

Camila Cabello landed Andrew, giving her a trio of four-chair turn artists on her team. On the Season 22 premiere, she convinced Morgan Myles and Orlando Mendez to join her team after they turned four chairs.

Meanwhile, John Legend enticed Morgan Taylor to join Team Legend after she closed the show with a powerful rendition of Lizzo’s “Cuz I Love You.” She’s the first four-chair turn to chose his team.

Here’s a recap of Monday’s show, with my picks for best performances of the night.

Follow the links for a profile of the singers. Madison Hughes, The Dryes, Cara Brindisi and Sasha Hurtado have already released music.

And you can find links to profiles of all 56 Season 22 contestants at the bottom of the blog.

BEST OF THE NIGHT

Morgan Taylor, 20, of Nashville, Tenn.: “Cuz I Love You” by Lizzo: Her big opening prompted almost immediate chair turns from Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani. John Legend and Camila Cabello also turned for her soulful performance. Camila said her performance was 95 percent of the way and pitched her knowledge of the pop landscape. Gwen said she was born to perform. John loved the power in her voice. Blake noted he turned 3 seconds into her performance because her vocal was so unbelievable. Morgan joined Team Legend.

RUNNERS-UP

Madison Hughes, 25, of Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” by Bob Dylan: Madison immediately shows off her nice tone. Midway through the song, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani turned. Camila Cabello turned around late in the performance. Camila likes the melting pot of music Madison is influenced by. Gwen said she loves Madison’s voice. Blake, of course, pitched his country credentials. Madison decided to join Team Blake.

Andrew Igbokidi, 22, of Hot Springs, Ark., “when the party’s over” by Billie Eilish: His opening prompted almost immediate chair turns from Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani and Camila Cabello. Before Andrew reached the chorus, John Legend was facing his way as well. Gwen called the performance “so beautiful” and like the emotion in his cover. John says Andrew has the ability to stand out on The Voice. Camila pitched her knowledge of singing competitions and said she has no one on her team like him. Andrew decided to join Team Camila.

ALSO MADE THE SHOW

Cara Brindisi, 34, of Worcester, Mass., “All Too Well” by Taylor Swift: Cara showed off her unique tone on the Taylor Swift hit, prompting chair turns from Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani just as she hit the chorus. Blake liked the twang in her voice, but said she also has the vocal firepower to compete on the show. Gwen liked the heart in her performance. Cara opted to join Team Gwen.

Valarie Harding, 41, of Tulsa, Okla., “Give Him Something He Can Feel” by Curtis Mayfield: Valarie’s big vocals prompted an early chair turn from John Legend. Gwen Stefani followed. John noted several artists have covered the song, but said he loved Valarie’s version, especially her unexpected twists with the song. Valarie joined Team Legend.

Julia Aslanli, 23, of Orlando, Fla., “Let’s Stay Together” by Al Green: Julia’s nice tone entices an almost immediate chair turn from Gwen Stefani. Gwen wound up being the only chair turn, so Julia automatically joined her team. Gwen called Julia one of her favorite singers on the show because of the character and personality in her voice.

The Dryes (Katelyn and Derek), of Nashvlle, Tenn., “Islands in the Stream” by Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers: As soon as Katelyn joined Derek on vocals, Blake Shelton turned his chair. Gwen Stefani joined him at the song’s midway point. Blake made it clear he loved the performance even before Katelyn joined in, especially the fact that they changed up the song a bit. Gwen said she loves the couple as a team. The Dryes joined Team Blake.

Ava Lynn Thuresson, 18, “Baby One More Time” by Britney Spears: Ava’s unique take on the song prompted an early chair turn from John Legend. Camila Cabello eventually turned as well. She loved the way Ava switched up the song. John complimented her on her poise and talent. Ava opted to join Team Camila.

Sasha Hurtado, 18, of Dallas, Ga., “River” by Bishop Briggs: Her heartfelt version enticed chair turns from Gwen Stefani and John Legend even before the song swelled and her performance got more powerful. Camila Cabello turned as well. John said he loved the tone of her voice. Camila said she thinks Sasha is similar to her as an artist and she could help her develop. Sasha decided to join Team Camila.

NO CHAIR TURNS

Billy Craver, 29, of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., “She Got the Best of Me”: Billy’s voice was swallowd up by the backing band and he couldn’t entice a chair turn. That’s six no-chair turns we’ve met.

Dominic Patrick, 37, of Philadelphia, Pa., “U Got it Bad” by Usher: There were definitely impressive moments in Dominic’s performance, but none of the coaches turned. That’s seven non-contestants we’ve met. Remember it, because Tuesday the audition shows cut back to an hour and I’d bet montages are coming.

The Voice Season 22 profiles

Alyssa Witrado
Andrew Igbokidi
Ansley Burns
Austin Montgomery
Ava Lynn
Benny Weag
Bodie
Brayden Lape
Bryce Leatherwood
Cara Brindisi
Chello
Constance Howard
David Andrew
Daysia Reneau
Destiny Lilia
Devix
Dia Malai
The Dryes (Katelyn & Derek)
Emma Brooke
Eric Who
Eva Ullmann
Grace Bello
Hillary Ward
Ian Harrison
Jaeden Luke
Jay Allen
Jillian Jordyn
Julia Aslanli
Justin Aaron
Kara McKee
Kate Kalvach
Kayla Von der Heide
Kevin Hawkins
Kim Cruse
Kique Gomez
Lana Love
Madison Hughes
The Marilynds (Lindsay & Kasey)
Morgan Myles
Morgan Taylor
Nia Skyfer
Omar Cardona
Orlando Mendez
Parijita Bastola
Peyton Aldridge
Reina Ley
Rowan Grace
Sadie Bass
Sasha Hurtado
Solsong
Steven McMorran
Sydney Paige
Tanner Fussell
Tanner Howe
Valarie Collins-Harding
Zach Newbould