What time will 'The Voice' Season 23 Episode 9 air? Coaches dive into Battle round
UNIVERSAL CITY, CALIFORNIA: Ladies and gentlemen, let the battles begin! 'The Voice' Season 23 has kicked off the much-awaited battle round, and the coaches -- Blake Shelton, Niall Horan, Chance the Rapper, and Kelly Clarkson -- are all set to witness the most epic showdowns of the season. The talented aspiring singers are hitting the stage with a fire in their bellies and a song on their lips, ready to conquer the Battle round and get one step closer to that coveted winning trophy. It's an intense competition where every note counts and every performance is a make-or-break moment for these talented individuals.
But that's just the beginning of the excitement. 'The Voice' Season 23 has a lot more in store for its viewers, including the Knockouts, Playoffs, and Live Performance rounds. As the competition progresses, the OG coaches will have to bid farewell to some of the most promising voices of the season, making the stakes higher than ever. And if you're hungry for more juicy details, Episode 9 promises to be a nail-biter, with incredible performances that will leave you breathless. So, buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable season of 'The Voice' as it's time to witness the rise of the next superstar!
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When will 'The Voice' Season 23 Episode 9 air?
Get ready to mark your calendars as the excitement continues with 'The Voice' Season 23's upcoming episode premiering on NBC on Monday, April 3, 2023, at 8 pm ET. The Battle round is in full swing, and the competition is getting fiercer by the minute. These aspiring singers are ready to show off their vocal chops and give it their all to impress the coaches and wow the viewers. It's a do-or-die moment for these talented individuals and the stakes have never been higher.
What to expect from 'The Voice' Season 23 Episode 9?
As the competition intensifies, the Battle rounds rage on, with the coaches leaving no stone unturned in preparing their artists for the ultimate showdown.
The competition on 'The Voice' entered a new phase as the Battle round commenced from Episode 7. The coaches prepared their proteges to battle against each other for a chance to advance to the next stage. This season, there's a bonus - the coveted new Playoff Pass, which grants a singer an opportunity to skip the Knockout Rounds and proceed straight to the Playoffs.
'The Voice' Season 23 doesn't feature Battle Advisors like the previous season. Instead, Reba McEntire will serve as the Mega Mentor, offering guidance and support to all coaches and their teams. The stakes are high, with only a few singers advancing to the next stage, including one Playoff Pass holder who gains a significant advantage. The aim is to secure a spot in the knockouts or advance straight to the playoffs, with the coveted playoff pass up for grabs. In this high-stakes game, each coach has one steal and one playoff pass to play with, adding an extra layer of strategy to the mix.
It's a race against time as the artists pour their hearts out on the stage, leaving the coaches and the audience spellbound with their stunning performances. With so much on the line, tensions are high, and the Battle rounds have never been more intense. Who will emerge victorious and secure their spot in the next round? Tune in to find out!
What happened in 'The Voice' Season 23 Episode 8?
Episode 8 of ‘The Voice’ brought with it some intense battles that had fans on the edge of their seats. Niall kicked off the night by pairing Ross Clayton and Laura Littleton for a battle to ‘Stop Dragging My Heart Around’. Niall had given Ross a crucial piece of advice during rehearsal, asking him to hold back his voice's grit at the beginning to let it roll in later. With Laura, he wanted her to focus on her pitch at the end as her excitement was breaking the note. The performance was received well by Chance, who called it awesome, with Kelly praising Ross's solid style and Laura's intoxicating vibrato. Blake agreed with Kelly and chose Ross as the winner, while Niall appreciated both artists' efforts and made a gut decision to keep Ross.
Next up was Team Chance's pairing of Magnus and Alyssa Lazar, who performed ‘Your Song’. Chance believed their different styles would blend well together and advised them to stay true to their texture. Kelly found the duet perfect, with Alyssa's piercing voice complementing Magnus's cozy tones. Blake and Niall were split, with Blake rooting for Alyssa's slower, dominant vibrato, while Niall favored her storytelling character. Chance appreciated Alyssa's improvement over the rehearsals, but he ultimately chose Magnus because of his unique take on the song.
Kelly's pairing of the night was between Marcos Covos and Sheer Element, who performed ‘I Could Fall in Love’. Marcos won the battle due to his passion that shone through in his performance, which Kelly noted.
Finally, Blake paired close friends Mary Kate Connor and Kylee Dayne to perform ‘Anti-Hero’. During rehearsals, he wanted Kylee to focus on her breath when switching between falsetto and full voice. Despite being close friends, the duo brought their A-game, with Niall calling it his favorite battle so far. Chance believed Kylee could win the whole competition, while Kelly praised Mary Kate's passion. Blake ultimately chose Kylee as the winner but didn't want to let Mary Kate go and used his Playoff Pass to send her through to the playoffs instead of competing in the Knockouts. The night was full of tough decisions for the coaches and had fans excited for the upcoming rounds.
Squads as of 'The Voice' Season 23 Episode 8
TEAM BLAKE: Neil Salsich, Tasha Jessen, Alex Whalen, Carlos Rising, Walker Wilson, Mary Kate Connor, Kylee Dayne, and Grace West.
TEAM NIALL: Ross Clayton, Michael B, Ryley Tate Wilson, Jerome Godwin III, Laura Littleton, Kate Cosentino, Tiana Goss, Gina Miles, Talia Smith, and EJ Michels.
TEAM CHANCE: Sorelle, Noivas, Magnus, Jamar Langley, Manasseh Samone, Chloe Abbott, Ray Uriel, Alyssa Lazar, and NariYella.
TEAM KELLY: Holly Brand, D.Smooth, Sheer Element, ALI, Marcos Covos, JB Somers, Rachel Christine, Cait Martin, Katie Beth Forakis, and Kala Banham.
'The Voice' Season 23 airs every Monday at 8 pm ET and Tuesday at 9 pm ET only on NBC. You can also stream 'The Voice' Season 23 the next day on Peacock.