Amid rumors of Reba McEntire’s frustrations with ‘double-crossing’ castmates, ‘4-Chair King’ John Legend dominates ‘The Voice’

Rookie coach Reba McEntire, the queen of nation, was much-hyped initially of The Voice Season 24, however up to now she’s had a troublesome time sparring together with her extra skilled and cutthroat co-stars: John Legend (who’s in his eighth season), Gwen Stefani (her seventh), and reigning champ Niall Horan. Reba appears to be not solely be the queen of nation, however the queen of one-chair turns, with six of her 13 staff members solely being recruited by default.

Based on a report by RadarOnline, Reba, America’s redheaded sweetheart, “didn’t understand how double-crossing [this competition] was, so it’s been a shock. … She’s sick of it already. She realizes they’re all phonies and he or she’s needed to get sneaky simply to be heard — and that’s not her fashion.”

Representatives for The Voice declined Yahoo Leisure’s request for remark, however McEntire shut down these rumors in an interview with Extra’s Mona Kosar Abdi, saying, “I’m simply having a blast.” When requested if she was quitting the present after this season, as RadarOnline reported, Reba vaguely answered, “Nicely, not proper but. We’re not via.” As of now, she is supposed to return for Season 25 subsequent spring.

Witnessing how this season’s Blind Auditions have performed out up to now, it’s clear that Reba (understandably) thought her nice demeanor and many years of expertise — she incessantly mentions being a “third-generation rodeo brat” who began acting at age 13 — could be sufficient to lure contestants. Her perishable recruitment prize, tater tots, isn’t whilst incentivizing as her fellow coaches’ collectible staff jackets and hoodies.

So, regardless of her sincerest efforts and undeniably spectacular résumé, Reba has not established herself because the coach to beat in Season 24 up to now. Nevertheless, Niall has assured Voice viewers that she possesses a “superpower” that permits her to be “very in tune with some very nice artists which are going to shock us down the road,” so maybe there’s a methodology to her one-chair insanity. Perhaps she has some sneaky gameplay up her embroidered sleeve in spite of everything.

In the meantime, the self-declared “King of the Voice” — John Legend, who after Blake Shelton’s departure has change into the present’s O.G. veteran panelist — has change into the king of four-chair turns. A whopping eight of Workforce Legend’s 12 contestants, together with two that auditioned Tuesday, have been four-chair wonders. We nonetheless have yet another Blind Auditions episode left earlier than the Battle Rounds start subsequent week, however up to now, it seems like John, not Reba, is that this season’s coach to beat.

Listed here are the profitable auditioners from Tuesday’s hour-long episode, starting from two to 4 chairs:

Willie Gomez, 37: “La Bachata”

This Miami-based Bachata dancer, who has labored with Jennifer Lopez, Christina Aguilera and even Britney Spears (who despatched him a video good-luck message), had the strikes and the sultry tone of a budding Latin music heartthrob. “You are able to do all of the issues you are able to do to be a giant star,” John assured him. Gwen was really shamelessly flirting with Willie, saying she cherished his “vibe” and “power.”

Who turned? All 4 coaches.

Consequence: Workforce Legend! Flirting and vibing acquired Gwen nowhere.

Olivia Eden, 15: “This City”

This endearingly awkward and giggly self-declared “bizarre child” showcased an intriguingly wispy, feathery, vibrato-heavy soprano voice. It was removed from a flawless vocal, however her imperfections lent the efficiency character. Gwen cherished Olivia’s “signature yodel” and Reba referred to as her “cute as a button.” Niall gushed, “There was a lot maturity to that voice. … You confirmed off so many components of your voice, greater than I did — and I wrote the music!”

Who turned? Niall and Reba. Niall turned first, in fact. “Nice music selection!” he quipped.

Consequence: Workforce Niall, in fact. Reba hasn’t had a lot luck this season, and he or she didn’t have an opportunity with this one.

Caitlin Quisenberry, 27: “Rainbow”

Caitlin showcased such a reasonably, bell-clear, lilting tone; she jogged my memory a little bit of “Paper Roses”-era Marie Osmond. There was a sweetness, innocence and purity right here. If something, I feel Caitlin may use a little extra edge — which Gwen absolutely may’ve helped with — however there was one thing so heat and welcoming about her voice.

Who turned? Reba and Gwen. I’m stunned they had been the one ones.

Consequence: Workforce Reba, lastly! Nation redheads stick collectively.

Kara Tenae, 33: “Boo’d Up”

This singing Uber driver from Riverside, who starred in an Uber industrial with Julia Michaels that aired in the course of the Grammy Awards, had a cool ‘90s-throwback R&B vibe and big vocal vary, however her efficiency was shaky and unfocused in components. Nevertheless, the coaches had been impressed by her potential. Niall praised Kara’s “loopy runs,” Reba was “blown away,” and Gwen stated, “You’ve acquired character, you’ve acquired stage presence, you could have all of it.”

Who turned? Niall, Gwen, and Reba.

Consequence: Workforce Gwen. “California ladies stick collectively,” John shrugged.

Caleb Sasser, 27: “One other Unhappy Love Music”

This center faculty music trainer raised on gospel music stated he was going to do the “Caleb model” of the Toni Braxton ballad, and he was not taking part in. John was wowed by how “actually musical and actually inventive” Caleb’s “magical” model, evaluating him to each Toni and Anita Baker. There was a sure pure, candy likability to this man too. Reba informed him, “Your voice made me really feel such peace inside,” and Niall stated, “The benefit with which you sing is so lovely.”

Who turned? All 4 coaches.

Consequence: Workforce Legend, in fact! This was no shock, since Caleb cited John as one in every of his “largest influences.” And so, the 4-Chair King remained undefeated.

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