Idol Chatter & Voice Views

Angel Bonilla performs during the blind auditions on The Voice. (NBC Photo)

But though we got a brief introduction to Angel during the third blind audition episode, Voice viewers unfortunately never got to hear her sing.

Her blind audition was montaged. And earlier this week, so was her battle round match with Gary Edwards, meaning viewers saw just a tiny snippet of it. Gary was declared the winner of that match, meaning Angel was eliminated from the show.

A native of the Philippines, Angel is now based in Los Angeles. She was 31 when she auditioned for the show and described herself as “a struggling singer at night and assistant makeup artist in the morning.”

Here’s what she told Voice Views about her time on the show and the double montage.

Voice Views: I know the battles were filmed a while back. What have you been doing musically since then?

Angel: I am writing songs, connecting to press and calling people for gigs around the world. And planning to produce a concert in collaboration with other Voice 14 artists. Technically, I became the artist, agent and manager of me.
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Voice Views: Where do you see your time on the show leading you musically? Do you envision releasing more music anytime soon and, if so, what can you tell me about that? I know you’ve also done some acting. Are other other entertainment related projects in the works?

Angel: Right now things are still limited because my contract. But I have some projects lined up.

Voice Views: Though you sang twice, viewers never really got to meet or hear you on the show. What’s your reaction to the fact that neither of your performances aired on TV?

Angel: With my all honesty, I was sad. I lost that momentum. It was painful to see your dreams slowly falling down. I was trying to be strong and positive about everything. But when I saw my father, I broke down in tears. But at the end of the day, I have to stand up! And be strong and positive. I’m still the first transgender contestant of the The Voice US version. And nobody can take that away from me. For now, I have to close the book and just accept it. I will continue working. I will never give up!

Voice Views: Do you think you grew as an artist as a result of The Voice experience? If so, in what way?

Angel: I’ve learned a lot from Coach Adam; he is very hands on. I became a better performer and he thought me how to focus. And the experience also thought me how to be smart and alert in this industry. It’s not just talent. You have to be able to be smart with your branding and, most specifically, you have to be used to the word rejection. You will encounter a lot of this. I eat rejection for breakfast. I mix it in my cereal and it taste sooo good that it makes my body, soul and mind to be more driven. lol

Voice Views: Other than the new friends you made, what do you think you’ll remember most about the experience?

Angel: I love The Voice crew! I spent most of my time with them last year and early this year. They are the best people I’ve ever worked with. And I will never forget Coach Adam. He is genuine. And I really do feel he’s concerned for his team. Working with him is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. And I will treasure it for the rest of my life!”

Head here for more on Angel’s background and what led her to The Voice. And here are her social media links.
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Twitter: @Angelbsings
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