Will Gene Taylor win 'The Voice' Season 25? Fans label him as 'winner' after outstanding Blind Audition
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The final contestant to perform in the second part of the Blind Auditions for 'The Voice' Season 25 was Gene Taylor.
Accompanied by his adoptive mother, who single-handedly raised him and his sister, Gene shared that music played a significant role in their upbringing. His rendition of 'Lights' captured the attention of all four coaches, with John Legend being the first to turn his chair, followed by the rest of them.
Acknowledging Gene's finesse, John made it known that he was the original coach to recognize his talent. Shay was in awe of Gene's voice, describing it as unbelievable, while Dan praised him as a true star.
Chance the Rapper was deeply moved by Gene's performance, noting the Southern influence in his vocals and stage presence. Reba McEntire appreciated how Gene engaged with the audience during his performance.
Soon after, the netizens raved over Gene's performance on social media.
Below NBC's post of his performance, one Instagram user commented, "Competition is over everyone go home. He just won it all."
Another user penned, "I predict this dude is going to win The Voice! or at least be in the top 4."
A third went on to say, "The 2024 winner."
"Here is your winner," a fourth fan claimed.
An X user said, "Winner!!!"
Who is 'The Voice' Season 25 contestant Gene Taylor?
Gene Taylor, a talented musician from Brooklyn, is a multifaceted artist who has honed his skills as a singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist. At the age of 33, he has already established himself as a versatile musician who excels at playing the guitar, bass, and keys.
Whether he is strumming the strings of his guitar, plucking the bass with precision, or enchanting the crowd with his keyboard melodies, Gene's musical prowess knows no bounds. His boundless creativity and dedication to his artistry make him a true force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
His exceptional talent in delivering captivating renditions of classic rock songs should help him immensely in his bid to go far in 'The Voice'. Notably, he has developed a strong affinity towards Journey, regarding them as his ultimate favorite rock band.
Who did Gene Taylor choose as his coach on 'The Voice' Season 25?
During the blind audition, Gene left all the judges, including the esteemed John Legend, the iconic Reba McEntire, the talented duo Dan and Shay, and even the renowned Chance the Rapper, utterly astounded by his jaw-dropping performance.
Completely captivated by his exceptional talent, every one of the judges swiveled their chairs, eagerly vying for the chance to have this extraordinary singer on their team.
Ultimately, after careful consideration and weighing his options, Gene made the momentous decision to align himself with Team Legend, delivering an inspiring climax to an evening that initially seemed lackluster for the acclaimed musician.
Has 'The Voice' Season 25 talent Gene Taylor released his own music?
Gene has released four original singles, starting with 2019’s 'Think It Over' and including 'Still Hangin’ On', 'Overdose' and 'Now I Can Smile'.
“Telling stories – mine or someone else’s – is my calling. That’s what life is about. There’s a story in everything. It’s hard to explain the joy of being able to emote and create a new world out of thin air," Gene wrote on his website.
He further added, "So I sing, and write, and act. I literally can’t imagine doing anything else. Music and words and bring people together, changing both the storyteller and the audience. In olden times I think I would have been a traveling bard.”
During quarantine in 2020, Gene started a band called Alice Valentine with his three housemates in Brooklyn and released a six-song EP called 'Checking In'. Gene sang and played bass for the band.
Gene describes his music on Spotify as a mix of soulful funk, catchy hooks, and a laid-back, low-fi vibe.
'The Voice' Season 25 airs at 8 pm on Mondays and Tuesdays. The episodes will be available on Peacock on demand the next day. The streaming site also includes entire episodes from the show's prior seasons.