Ep 24. Live Semi-Final Performances
- December 11, 2017
The Voice season 13 continues with its Live Semi-Final Performances featuring the remaining top eight contestants. As the competition heats up, the stakes get higher, and the contestants get more nervous than ever to put their best performances forward.
The episode kicks off with host Carson Daly introducing the eight semi-finalists- Adam Cunningham, Brooke Simpson, Davon Fleming, Keisha Renee, Red Marlow, Chloe Kohanski, Noah Mac, and Shi'Ann Jones- and the four superstar coaches, Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, Jennifer Hudson, and Miley Cyrus.
As per the show's format, every contestant sings one solo song and a duet with another contestant. The viewers and coaches vote for the contestants, and the two artists with the highest votes from each team will advance to the finals.
Adam Cunningham starts the show with "Maybe It Was Memphis" by Pam Tillis, showcasing his baritone and classic country vibes. The coaches appreciate his consistency and believe that Adam has a good chance of making it to the finals.
Next up is Brooke Simpson, performing "Faithfully" by Journey. Brooke takes the song and makes it her own, delivering her signature powerhouse vocals and impressing the coaches with her range and control.
Davon Fleming is tasked with performing "Gravity" by John Mayer, and he nails it with his smooth and soulful voice. Jennifer Hudson particularly appreciates how Davon takes his time and doesn't rush the song, adding depth and emotion to the performance.
Keisha Renee performs "What Hurts The Most" by Rascal Flatts, giving an emotional and heart-wrenching performance that shows off her range and versatility, impressing the coaches with her ability to connect with the song and take the viewers on a journey.
Red Marlow sings "Go Rest High On That Mountain" by Vince Gill, delivering a stunning and poignant performance that showcases his passion and sincerity. His performance receives unanimous praise from all the coaches.
Chloe Kohanski performs "I Want To Know What Love Is" by Foreigner, using her raspy and unique tone to infuse the classic rock ballad with a new energy and sound. The coaches gush over her originality and artistry, praising her for always taking risks and making bold choices.
Noah Mac sings "In The Air Tonight" by Phil Collins, showcasing his soulful and smooth voice while performing a stripped-down version of the song. His performance receives excellent reviews from the coaches, who appreciate his ability to make the song his own while staying true to the original.
Shi'Ann Jones closes out the night with "At Last" by Etta James, displaying her range and control as she navigates one of the most beloved songs from the soul and R&B canon. The coaches are thoroughly impressed with her performance, as Jennifer Hudson says that Shi'Ann has found her unique lane and runs with it.
The duets of the night include Adam and Red performing "Can't You See" by The Marshall Tucker Band, Brooke and Davon singing "Earned It" by The Weeknd, Keisha and Noah delivering a heartfelt rendition of "What Ifs" by Kane Brown, and Chloe and Shi'Ann teaming up for a rock-infused version of "Off The Wall" by Michael Jackson.
The night ends with the coaches urging their fans to vote for their favorite contestants, knowing that the road ahead of them is tough, and the competition is getting stiffer every day. Who will make it to the finals, and who will have to bid farewell to their dreams? Tune in next week to find out on The Voice season 13.