The Voice in the Media

[Ellee]

Oh ... uh ... if Ariana gets sick and has to skip the battles like Kelly did this year ... does that mean Frankie Grande could possibly take her place?

 

[MsTree]

On 4/6/2021 at 2:50 PM, Ellee said:

Oh ... uh ... if Ariana gets sick and has to skip the battles like Kelly did this year ... does that mean Frankie Grande could possibly take her place?

 

Bite your tongue!

[DanaK]

Per Futon Critic:

Season finale Part 1 on Monday, May 24, 8-10pm. Season finale Part 2 on Tuesday, May 25, 8-10pm

It looks like there will be a couple of results shows on Tuesday May 11 and May 18

[Frisky Wig]

Anyone else concerned about Ariana coaching due to her inability to enunciate? I’m picturing a contesting singing a song where you can’t figure out what the words are and Ariana praising the hell out of it “yes! Sing it like that!”

Edited September 1, 2021 by Frisky Wig
Added a word I’d left out

[DanaK]

Note that there will be no Spring edition of the Voice in 2022. I think they are trying to cut back to reduce the erosion in the ratings

[j4lambert]

In January 2022, the original Dutch version of The Voice was cancelled as a result of sexual misconduct allegations regarding the show's production staff. This development poses a significant challenge for NBC, which airs the program in the United States.  

 

[MsTree]

Why would a foreign version cause issues for the U.S. version? 

[LakeGal]

Camila Cabello is joining NBC’s The Voice for Season 22, the multiplatinum recording artist announced Sunday afternoon on TikTok.

TVLine can confirm that Cabello will serve as a full-time coach alongside Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani and John Legend. She thus replaces Kelly Clarkson, who is stepping away from the singing competition for the first time since she became a coach back in Season 14.

[TheGreenKnight]

What a horrible choice in Camila. They could've got someone better than her. Carrie Underwood, Josh Groban, Kacey Musgraves, Ed Sheeran, Alessia Cara, Rihanna, Cardi B, Dolly Parton, etc. There are so many names (of varying levels of fame, relevance, possible salary limits, etc.) they could've reached out to. They could've even brought JHUD back what with her having a bit of a resurgence with Respect and debuting a talkshow soon, or Nick Jonas.

Between that and Gwen Stefani (though I love her) having always been such a vapid non-entity on this show, this will ensure the audience is ecstatic whenever Kelly Clarkson does return, no doubt. I don't always watch the show even when they have a good lineup (last season with Ariana and Kelly was the first I'd watched in a long time), but this one's a definite skip for me.

Edited May 16, 2022 by TheGreenKnight

[TheGreenKnight]

I guess I'll delete since they did. *shrug*

Edited May 16, 2022 by TheGreenKnight

[MsTree]

7 hours ago, Brendan Birch said:

How, exactly?  I'd love to hear how.  I see nothing wrong with choosing her.

Personally, I can get behind Camila.  She's relatively fresh and very current.  She might bring in some younger viewers.  And expectations for her won't be so high since she's not as well-known as Ariana.  I can see her bringing in some interesting artists and giving some great advice to her team.  She was an advisor for the Battles just last season and gave excellent advice to John's team.  I can see her knowing just what to do here.

Plus, she was part of a group.  She'd know a thing or two about harmonizing and could get her team to know how to do it perfectly when it comes to the Battles.

I also see her getting the young Latina(s) on her team...in the same way that Shakira did.

[seacliffsal]

I may be alone in this, but I am glad that Kelly will not be there this season.  Although she is super talented, she was super annoying to me.  Way over the top (both during contestants' performances as well as anytime she would talk/give critiques).  So, although I know most will miss her, I will be glad to have the break from her (and if I want to see her I can watch her commercials, talk show, and song writing competition [?]).

[DanaK]

Stating the obvious, but NBC announced its Fall schedule and The Voice will anchor Monday nights from 8-10pm ET and Tuesdays at 8pm http://thefutoncritic.com/news/2022/05/16/nbc-builds-on-strong-fall-schedule-with-the-addition-of-new-series-quantum-leap-and-lopez-vs-lopez-to-its-winning-lineup-202114/20220516nbc01/

[DanaK]

Premieres September 19 on Mondays (2 hours) and September 20 on Tuesdays (1 hour) http://thefutoncritic.com/news/2022/06/29/nbc-announces-fall-premiere-dates-445510/20220629nbc01/

[ChristmasJones]

This totally cracked me up - on the Land's End clothing website - they have a Blake Shelton clothing section!!!! 

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Country music legend. Television star. Fashion designer? It’s true. The guy who wears “pretty much the same thing every day” teamed up with us to bring you a line you’ll want to wear every day.

https://www.landsend.com/blake-shelton/ 

[chenoa333]

On 10/8/2022 at 7:46 PM, ChristmasJones said:

This totally cracked me up - on the Land's End clothing website - they have a Blake Shelton clothing section!!!! 

https://www.landsend.com/blake-shelton/ 

Good for him because we all know the poor guy can barely make ends meet. 

[seacliffsal]

I kind of love the fact that Blake has a clothing line with Lands End as every week the other judges dress to the extreme to be fashion forward and here he is in his flannels and jeans being the true fashion mogul.

[LakeGal]

Blake is leaving after next season.

Blake

[SunnyBeBe]

20 minutes ago, LakeGal said:

Blake is leaving after next season.

Blake

It’s a good move.  Leaving on top is great.  Here’s another piece about it.

https://people.com/country/blake-shelton-is-stepping-away-from-the-voice-after-23-seasons/

[DanaK]

40 minutes ago, LakeGal said:

Blake is leaving after next season.

Blake

Wow, I figured he would never leave

[TheGreenKnight]

So glad Blake is leaving!!! It's beyond time. I hope they pick Carrie Underwood for the country seat after he's left, she's one of those artists with broad appeal even with non-country viewers. I have a feeling she'd take it.

Also happy that John Legend won't be on the next season, I'm a little tired of him. Chance the Rapper is a sweetheart, I'm glad he'll be there at the same time as Kelly. Too bad Ariana didn't return though, but Niall should be alright. Next season sounds way better than the current one.

[Soapy Goddess]

While I'm happy for Blake and his decision to leave the show, it just won't be same without him. IMO, he IS the show...and is irreplaceable. Guess we'll just have to wait and see when the time comes.

[Vermicious Knid]

How many people said "Thank god!" or whatever diety of your choice when this was announced? Hopefully this means Gwen goes with him. Didn't they use Kellsie Ballerini for a second chance thing one season? Or Jimmie Allen, whom Blake has as his advisor this season and also has been on a talent show (AI).

Edited October 12, 2022 by Vermicious Knid
Stupid tablet

[OLynn33]

On 10/11/2022 at 8:36 PM, DanaK said:

Wow, I figured he would never leave

I was thinking he's long overdue to take a season off as I don't think he ever has but I was not expecting him to completely walk away. He's the reason I still watch so I'll have to see who his replacement is. Regardless, whoever it is won't make me laugh like he does. Will be interesting for future contestants as well since so many specifically gear their auditions towards Blake even the younger ones as many of their parents are fans of his. Also the fact that he's won so many times helps his appeal. Definitely will change both the dynamic and possibly the demographic of the show.

Edited October 19, 2022 by OLynn33

[waving feather]

It's time for Blake to move on, but I think the show will miss him because he's great at breaking the ice with new coaches. He teases them so much that they start giving it back and that's a huge part of the Blind auditions. They need someone like him who will break the ice and not make things awkward for new coaches.

Edited October 25, 2022 by waving feather

[DanaK]

The next season premieres in the Spring on Monday March 6 and Tuesday March 7 http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news/2022/11/07/nbc-delivers-the-goods-for-midseason-with-returning-favorites-a-new-judge-on-the-comedy-case-and-dramas-that-inspire-and-charm-152115/20221107nbc01/

[SunnyBeBe]

So, Blake has one more season, is that right?  I’m wondering how someone like David Foster (who’s wife was on AI), Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert (Blake’s ex-wife), or Taylor Swift or Kacy Musgraves.  

[xfuse]

16 hours ago, SunnyBeBe said:

 I’m wondering how someone like David Foster (who’s wife was on AI), Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert (Blake’s ex-wife), or Taylor Swift or Kacy Musgraves.  

It's not about having a country coach (but they should have one who knows country music). They will need someone with a big personality who can carry the show and have a connection with every other coach.

[SunnyBeBe]

6 hours ago, xfuse said:

It's not about having a country coach (but they should have one who knows country music). They will need someone with a big personality who can carry the show and have a connection with every other coach.

Dolly…lol… I can’t see her doing it though.  

[DanaK]

Per The Futon Critic website, the 2 part season finale is December 12 and 13

[DanaK]

Why Blake decided to leave https://www.mjsbigblog.com/why-blake-shelton-is-leaving-the-voice-its-time.htm

[Vermicious Knid]

Changing up the show again.

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In the Battle Rounds, there will be an all new “Playoff Pass,” which allows both artists in a battle to advance. The “Playoff Pass” winner gains a major advantage when they skip the Knockout Rounds and automatically advance to Playoffs, taking them one step closer to the live shows. Each coach has one “Playoff Pass” and one “Steal” during this round. Seven artists per team advance (six competing in the Knockouts and one “Playoff Pass” artist).

For the Knockouts, artists are paired against each other, selecting their own songs to perform individually while their direct competitors watch and wait. Coaches choose the winner and the artist not selected is available for a “steal.” The pressure is on as each coach only has one “steal” during this round. Five artists per team advance (four Knockout winners and one “Playoff Pass” artist). 

Then there’s the Playoffs, which are being brought back to the competition and start on May 1. The goal is to further bolster the competition following the Knockouts. The 20 remaining artists hold nothing back, and tough decisions are made when each coach can only advance two artists to the live semi-finals.

 

Reba McEntire will be the mega mentor. They're really rushing the finals this time. Obviously they think people are more invested in the whole process then getting to the final 10 or 12 and then concentrating on weekly eliminations to produce a winner. Personally, I am much more interested in getting to good performers. I fast-forward through 99% of the rehearsal and background packages and skip the judge "critiques" to only watch the performances. 

[DanaK]

7 hours ago, Vermicious Knid said:

Changing up the show again.

Reba McEntire will be the mega mentor. They're really rushing the finals this time. Obviously they think people are more invested in the whole process then getting to the final 10 or 12 and then concentrating on weekly eliminations to produce a winner. Personally, I am much more interested in getting to good performers. I fast-forward through 99% of the rehearsal and background packages and skip the judge "critiques" to only watch the performances. 

Yeah, after the Blind Auditions, that's what I've mostly been doing for the last few seasons. To me, getting to know the contestants weekly for the live shows for at least the Top 10 or so really helps to build their fanbase. The winners already have trouble selling very much; this doesn't help