The Playoffs premiered Monday night on Season 27 of The Voicewith the final five members of Adam Levine and Kelsea Ballerini’s teams battling it out to see who will advance into the only two spots per team in the Live Shows. Meanwhile, John Legend and Michael Bublé got to sit back and watch and comment on the performances as their artists will be competing next week.
The five artists on Team Kelsea – Alanna Lynise, Darius J, Iris Herrera, Jaelen Johnston, and Tinika Wyatt got tutoring from Mega Mentor and country superstar Sheryl Crow, while Team Adam — Kolby Cordell, Lucia Flores-Wiseman, Ethan Eckenroad, Britton Moore and Conor James —got to work with Mega Mentor and The Voice U.K. coach LeAnn Rimes
In the end, it was up to the coaches to decide who went through to the live shows. There are no Saves or Steals in the Playoff rounds. Check out our spoiler-filled recap to find out what happened.
Who went home tonight on The Voice Season 27 Playoff Rounds Night 1?
Britton MooreConor JamesDarius J
Ethan Eckenroad
Jaelen Johnston
Tinika WyattAdvancing Artists Tonight on The Voice Season 27 Playoff Rounds Night 1
Alanna Lynise
Iris Herrera
Kolby Cordell
Lucia Flores-Wiseman
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Team Kelsea: Iris Herrera
Song: “White Horse” by Chris Stapleton
Kelsea said: “Iris, you just did everything that makes you you. You did the best you’ve ever done. You know you’re supposed to be here, and that is such a superpower to have as an artist and as a woman. But you know you belong here.”
Team Adam: Lucia Flores-Wiseman
Song: “In My Life” by The Beatles
Adam said: “Man, Lucia, I’ve never heard anyone like you. All of it is so refreshingly yours. It’s been a beautiful experience working with you. There is just something about Lucia that is singular and on its own level.”
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Team Kelsea: Jaelen Johnston
Song: “If You’re Reading This” by Tim McGraw
Kelsea said: “Jaelen, Jaelen, Jaelen, from the jump, you told the stories in your own voice but stayed true to the heart of what it’s saying. That’s a moment that will make country music go, ‘Who is Jaelen and why didn’t we know about him before?’ I am really proud to be alongside this journey with you. I really am.”
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Team Adam: Conor James
Song: “Pink Pony Club” by Chappell Roan
Adam said: “I think at this point, everybody kind of knows you can sing anything. But tonight was great because you were able to establish your own identity. When you take what you’re capable of doing vocally and then apply it to this version of yourself, which I think is one of the purest versions of yourself we’ve seen so far, it’s really exciting. I love you, dude. Good stuff.”
Team Kelsea: Alanna Lynise
Song: “Nobody Gets Me” by Sza
Kelsea said: “Every time you get on this stage, I feel like we get the honor of watching you become. In front of our eyeballs, we get to watch you grow and evolve into who you’re going to continue to be. No. 19, the thing I love about you is you are so down to put in the work. ‘Okay, this is where I am right now, this is where I want to be.’ I believe in you so much. Big fan.”
Team Adam: Kolby Cordell
Song: “Finesse” by Bruno Mars
Adam said: “Kolby is brand-new to my team. This is our first big moment working together. I’ve got to tell you, man, you’ve just shot up as, to me, the biggest and best on the show. I couldn’t be more proud in such a short period of time. Unbelievable.”
Team Kelsea: Tinika Wyatt
Song: “I Can Only Imagine” by MercyMe
Kelsea said: “That was so beautiful…the fact that you’re using your moment to worship and to hold this space. Just so beautiful and important. I think you just blessed a lot of people. You’re very special.”
Team Adam: Ethan Eckenroad
Song: “The Night We Met” by Lord Huron
Adam said: “This song is great. There’s not much to it. It’s simple. Just the identity of the whole performance and the song that we chose and the way you sang it, I’m just really proud of you. I’m proud that you ended up on my team. You couldn’t have done a better job, man.”
Team Kelsea: Darius J
Song: “Hey Ya!” by Outkast
Kelsea said: “This was our first round together. I have been fighting to have Darius on my team since the very beginning. I’m like a moth to the flame with you because I’m so attracted to your artistry. I wish I could just jump through all the TVs right now and watch everyone fall in love with you because I know that’s what’s happening. You make everyone feel like a warm hug and I’m so proud to be alongside you.”
Team Adam: Britton Moore
Song: “Somewhere Only We Know” by Keane
Adam said: “Here you are singing the crap out of that which is not an easy song and really making an incredible mark on this competition. Congratulations.”
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Then it was time for Kelsea to decide which two of her artists were going to the live shows.
The first artist that Kelsea selected to advance to the live shows was Iris Herrera.
“Whatever the opposite is of a one-trick pony is what Iris is,” Kelsea said. “Careers are all about right place, right time, right people. She’s a true testament to that. Season 26, no chairs, and then she’s in the Lives.”
The second artist Kelsea picked to finish her team was Alanna Lynise.
“Alanna is moving forward to the live shows because everything she’s shown is top tier, top shelf,” Kelsea said.
Then it was Adam’s turn.
His first choice to move on to the Lives was Lucia Flores-Wiseman.
“I think Lucia is one to watch because Lucia is a beautiful voice but a unique soul. Forget The Voice, I am a fan. I want to hear her record.”
Adam’s second and final choice was Kolby Cordell.
“Kolby decided to become a big old star in front of ours right now,” Adam said. “This guy can go on to win this thing. He’s got the charisma, he’s got the voice, he’s got the swag. Going into the Lives, Team Adam is extremely strong.”
Tune in to The Voice next Monday night at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC for part two of the Playoffs. Streams next day on Peacock.
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