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Hello Sunday’s performance makes Taylor Swift cry

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Written by Giavanna Foster

Hello Sunday’s performance made Taylor Swift cry on NBC’s The Voice during their rehearsal for the knockout rounds. Here’s the scoop:

Hello Sunday is on Kelly Clarkson’s team. There are two teenage singers in this group: Chelsea (14) and Myla (14). Together, they sing to spread joy and positivity through their music. Hello Sunday is making history by shining as the youngest musical duo on season 17 of NBC’s The Voice.

During the rehearsals for the knockout rounds, Hello Sunday performed a cover of “Almost is Never Enough” by Ariana Grande and Nathan Sykes in the musical key of D major. As Hello Sunday performed onstage during the rehearsals, their signature harmonies and soulful vocals shined.

Hello Sunday said, “We chose to sing “Almost is Never Enough” by Ariana Grande… We thought it would be the perfect song to evoke emotion because we want to, you know, stretch and grow.”

Taylor Swift started to cry after they finished singing. She was amazed by their stage presence, confidence, and sense of identity as musical artists.

Taylor Swift responded, “When I started out, I was 10 or 11 years old… singing for people. But seeing young performers who so firmly have their musical identity figured out… I was so completely shattered by it. I fully fell apart. It was that good.”

Taylor Swift also told Hello Sunday she enjoyed their performance because they connected with each other and faced out to connect with the audience. Then, Taylor Swift gave Hello Sunday a hug. Hello Sunday was elated to receive constructive feedback from the megastar.

Taylor Swift appeared as a mega mentor on season 17 of NBC’s The Voice.
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NBC’s The Voice airs at 8/7c on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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MaKenzie Thomas’ Bee Gees cover peaks at #4 on YouTube Trending

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Written by Giavanna Foster

MaKenzie Thomas is a featured singer on season 15 of NBC’s The Voice. This week, her Bee Gees cover peaked at #4 on YouTube Trending. Here’s the scoop:

MaKenzie Thomas sang “How Deep Is Your Love” by the Bee Gees during The Knockouts round on Season 15 of NBC’s The Voice. In 24 hours, it peaked at #4 on YouTube Trending and received 300k YouTube views. Her performance received 794k+ total views and is approaching 1 million YouTube views.

As MaKenzie sang, the warm chords from the acoustic guitar harmonized beautifully with her voice. Together, MaKenzie Thomas’ soulful vocals and the acoustic guitar filled the room. This acoustic rendition was memorable because it showcased vulnerability that resonated with the viewers.

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Kelly Clarkson was in awe, and her jaw dropped during MaKenzie’s performance. After this performance, Kelly Clarkson told Adam Levine that her leg cramped. Then, MaKenzie Thomas advanced to the live shows and Mike Parker was eliminated. MaKenzie thanked Jennifer Hudson for helping her advance to the live shows. See the following tweets:

https://twitter.com/itsMaKenzieT/status/1057082449803558912

https://twitter.com/itsMaKenzieT/status/1057084913067941889

To receive more updates about MaKenzie, follow her at @itsMaKenzieT. 

NBC’s The Voice airs at 8/7c on Mondays and Tuesdays. Stay tuned.

Kennedy Holmes’ Adele cover receives 3.9M+ views, four-chair turn

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Written by Giavanna Foster

Kennedy Holmes’ Adele cover received 3.9M+ YouTube views and a four-chair turn on The Voice. Here’s the scoop:

At 13, Kennedy Holmes shocked The Voice judges with her Adele cover. Holmes’ stage presence, confidence, and strong vocals left the judges in awe. Holmes received a standing ovation from the judges and audience. After the song ended, Blake Shelton said Holmes could win. The judges encouraged Holmes, agreeing that she is a special artist. 

“I think you are the best vocalist that has auditioned this year. Your voice already sounds so seasoned and accomplished and so much control, so much range,” Blake Shelton said.

Also, Kelly Clarkson was moved to tears after hearing Holmes’ performance.

“Just so you know, the most beautiful parts of your voice aren’t even the biggest. They are the intimate ones when you let that roundness of that falsetto, that head voice, like, set in. It’s so good… You deserved every one of these chairs turning around, girl, you sound so beautiful,” Clarkson added.

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After Jennifer Hudson asked Kennedy Holmes how long she had been singing, Holmes cried tears of joy. Holmes told Hudson that she sang “I Am Changing” during her first performance. Then Jennifer Hudson and Kennedy Holmes sang “I Am Changing” together. This live duet showcased Holmes and Hudson’s strong vocals.

“You are gifted. You are a star. It was an honor and pleasure just to sing with you,” Hudson said.

Then Adam Levine said Holmes may become one of the biggest stars from The Voice. 

“I watched you address every single person on the panel fearlessly and with all of the heart and soul that you were throwing out there… Just to see that kind of confidence naturally exist in you at such a young age… It’s unheard of. After fifteen seasons, you really could become the absolute biggest thing to ever come from this show. So you should be on my team, Kennedy,” Levine responded.
“You are a gem and I understand just how special and precious it is. And if I could instill every inch of whatever I could possibly give you, I would do that. And I would be that coach that’s there for you no matter what,” Hudson said.

Blake Shelton asked Kennedy Holmes to pick a coach. She chose to join Team Jennifer.

Many fans tweeted that Holmes could win Season 15 of The Voice. We featured tweets from @tdsheppard_, @ssoetaert22, and @buckeyebabe97. See their tweets below:

https://twitter.com/tdsheppard_/status/1045180929109610497

Season 15 of NBC’s The Voice to premiere in September 2018

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NBC’s The Voice has named fourteen winners. As one of the most popular television shows, it has received an average of 13.46 million views per season. Next month, the first episode of The Voice‘s fifteenth season will air on NBC nationwide. Here’s the scoop:

Carson Daly will host season 15 of NBC’s The Voice, which is scheduled to premiere in September 2018. After participating in Season 13 of The Voice (USA) and coaching on The Voice‘s UK, Jennifer Hudson is returning to NBC’s The Voice USA. Hudson will join Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, and Kelly Clarkson as coaches for the fifteenth season. 

CeeLo Green will advise singers on Team Adam, while Keith Urban will mentor singers on Team Blake. Thomas Rhett will advise singers on Team Kelly, while Halsey will mentor singers on Team Jennifer. NBC’s The Voice tweeted to confirm the news:

Brynn Cartelli is the latest winner of NBC’s The Voice. After Brynn won season 14, she performed with Kelly Clarkson on The Today Show. Click here to read more.

Season 15 of The Voice is scheduled to premiere on Monday, September 24 at 8/7c. NBC’s The Voice airs on Mondays and Tuesdays. Stay tuned for more updates.