That Voice: A Decade With The Performers On NBC's The Voice

If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations.  Hosting requires show prep.  My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests.  What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed.  The conversation didn’t happen.  I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.  Let me explain Missed Opportunity.  It’s my questions and statements without their answers.  I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history.  Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to loca...

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations.  Hosting requires show prep.  My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests.  What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed.  The conversation didn’t happen.  I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.  Let me explain Missed Opportunity.  It’s my questions and statements without their answers.  I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history.  Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to loca...

Liv Ciara first appeared on "The Voice" in Season 28, but didn't earn a chair turn. This was an experience she now sees not as rejection, but as redirection. Since then, she has grown her artistry, gained confidence on stage and returned with even more drive. Music has been a part of Liv's life for as long as she can remember. Her family recalls her singing in grocery store carts and on rides to school, and today she's the lead singer of her dad's band, Groovethang. Whether fronting full band sets or performing unplugged at the piano, Liv thrives on live...

A self-proclaimed "old soul," Alexia Jayy has been chasing her dream since she was 2. Inspired by icons such as Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and Donny Hathaway, she grew up performing - from her first solo at the Apollo at 5 to recording her own original music as an adult. Alexia's signature, accessory-adorned Afro has become a joyful extension of her personality and artistry. Life hasn't been without challenges, though. A single mother at 21, Alexia balanced raising her son, Matthew, with pursuing music, even writing her first single, "Who Raised You," in his honor. She later welcomed her daughter, Harmony, while continuing...

Raised in a lively Italian household with her mom, uncle, grandparents and brothers, Syd Millevoi never had a quiet moment. Her mother, a former opera singer, became her first vocal coach, helping Syd channel that chaos into art. By 11, she was writing songs, and by her teens was performing anywhere that had a mic. After studying music business and releasing her debut EP, "Everything I Couldn't Say," Syd found her voice as both a singer and songwriter. When she's not teaching or working toward her master's degree in vocal performance, she's fronting a wedding band that performs across the East...

JW Griffin has spent the past few years balancing early mornings as a bread delivery driver with late nights chasing his country music dreams in Nashville. JW grew up surrounded by gospel and classic country, picking up the guitar at 8 and singing in church before finding his confidence in high school. After winning his school's talent show and studying music management at Florida Southern College, he performed across Florida and then later moved to Nashville to pursue music full-time. In his first year, JW and a friend won a songwriting contest that earned them a spot at Whiskey Jam during...

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations.  Hosting requires show prep.  My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests.  What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed.  The conversation didn’t happen.  I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.  Let me explain Missed Opportunity.  It’s my questions and statements without their answers.  I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history.  Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to loca...

Kirbi's music journey began in sixth grade during choir rehearsal. Her teacher overheard her singing, gave her a solo, and, so moved by her voice, urged her surprised parents to consider voice lessons. Although she initially pursued a career in physical therapy, Kirbi realized that music was her true calling. She moved to Nashville, immersing herself in the country scene through performances and writing sessions. Her biggest performance to date was at Fort Lauderdale's Riptide Festival in front of 15,000 fans where she met Jelly Roll. Inspired by her late grandmother, a devoted supporter of her music, Kirbi often includes her...

Peyton found a fresh start through music when he moved to Gainesville in 2022. After losing touch with his musical passion in his early 20s while working full-time in other jobs, he rediscovered it after visiting his father and falling in love with the town's slow pace, kind people and live music scene. Weekly gigs at Bourbon Brothers quickly earned him loyal fans, including Don and Susan Parr, who encouraged him to audition for "The Voice." Now fronting his band Quiet Fire, Peyton has become a key part of Gainesville's growing music community. He performs regularly and recently launched Sunday Serenades...

Aaron Nichols grew up in Bakersfield where his hardworking single mom juggled long hospital shifts and cleaning jobs to support him and his brothers. Music sparked early when he would secretly play his older brother's electric guitar, and by age 13 was excelling in lessons that his mom made possible. Years later, he reconnected with his childhood crush Felisha - they're now happily married with a young son, Jack, who cheers him on. Aaron moved to San Diego in 2013, playing local wedding and party bands while singing harmonies in church. The passing of his favorite singer, Chris Cornell, inspired him to...

Mindy's first stage was in her grandparents' basement, singing karaoke with family. Growing up in a musical household in Maryland, she performed in church, choirs, and her family's bluegrass band. At 15, a serious Lyme disease diagnosis paused her momentum, but music became her anchor, and by 16 was performing full-time. She formed her first band, recorded her debut album at 17, and toured bars, festivals and showcases. Mindy performs daily in Nashville, including her residencies and appearing at renowned venues such as the Bluebird Café and the Grand Ole Opry. She has also shared the stage with or performed for Post Malone, J...

Aiden grew up in the same college town where he currently studies engineering at Texas A&M. Now entering his sophomore year, he's a proud member of the elite a cappella group HardChord DynaMix, where he's honed his skills in harmony and performance. Aiden's love for music began with school musicals, family sing-alongs and learning to play the guitar as a teen. He has performed at local events and on his family's farm, Rockberry Ranch, outside San Antonio. Inspired by artists such as Billie Eilish and Lizzy McAlpine, Aiden loves reimagining female-led tracks in his own unique style and is...

Jazz is a powerhouse soul singer with roots that trace back to the heartfelt harmonies of her childhood church. Her professional journey ignited in 2018 after a breakout performance in her hometown of Huntsville, where her raw, velvet-rich voice first captivated a crowd. What began as a pastime soon blossomed into an undeniable passion. Balancing a thriving career in sales, Jazz commands stages with a magnetic presence - from intimate lounges to grand private events. In 2024, she headlined Huntsville's renowned Panoply Arts Festival, a performance that opened doors to share stages with legends such as Doug E. Fresh, Chrisette Michele, Leela...

YOSHIHANAA has been performing for over a decade, starting in her brother's Top 40 rock band before carving her own path. She launched RNB Underground, a showcase spotlighting independent soul artists in Orlando, and later formed her own group, Yoshi and the X Band, gaining regional recognition. Music has been in her life since birth, growing up in a family rooted in faith and sound. Now based in Atlanta, YOSHIHANAA keeps a packed schedule, performing for audiences across the city week after week - all while raising her two children, Aydan and Aubry, and working full-time as a conflict analyst at...

YOSHIHANAA has been performing for over a decade, starting in her brother's Top 40 rock band before carving her own path. She launched RNB Underground, a showcase spotlighting independent soul artists in Orlando, and later formed her own group, Yoshi and the X Band, gaining regional recognition. Music has been in her life since birth, growing up in a family rooted in faith and sound. Now based in Atlanta, YOSHIHANAA keeps a packed schedule, performing for audiences across the city week after week - all while raising her two children, Aydan and Aubry, and working full-time as a conflict analyst at...

Trinity is an independent artist whose versatile sound spans alternative, rock, classical, neosoul, pop and jazz. From grunge to opera, Trinity blends genres to create a unique and memorable sonic experience. Having studied music since the age of 5, Trinity continues to hone her craft, completing her studies at Five Towns College in New York. With a deep commitment to collaboration, Trinity also curates events that bring artists together to foster community and creativity. As a singer-songwriter, Trinity performs her own music and uses her platform to connect with listeners on a personal level. Her music offers representation and builds spaces...

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations.  Hosting requires show prep.  My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests.  What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed.  The conversation didn’t happen.  I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.  Let me explain Missed Opportunity.  It’s my questions and statements without their answers.  I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history.  Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to loca...

Aiden grew up in the same college town where he currently studies engineering at Texas A&M. Now entering his sophomore year, he's a proud member of the elite a cappella group HardChord DynaMix, where he's honed his skills in harmony and performance. Aiden's love for music began with school musicals, family sing-alongs and learning to play the guitar as a teen. He has performed at local events and on his family's farm, Rockberry Ranch, outside San Antonio. Inspired by artists such as Billie Eilish and Lizzy McAlpine, Aiden loves reimagining female-led tracks in his own unique style and is...

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations.  Hosting requires show prep.  My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests.  What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed.  The conversation didn’t happen.  I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.  Let me explain Missed Opportunity.  It’s my questions and statements without their answers.  I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history.  Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to loca...

Ryan is a pop-rock artist whose music blends emotional honesty with classic rock inspiration. Raised in a musical household, he started performing as the drummer in a band with his sibling, touring the UK as a teen with the Euphoria. Influenced by legends such as Queen, the Beatles and Led Zeppelin, he later fused that vintage energy with the edge of Muse, Green Day, Panic! At the Disco and My Chemical Romance. After struggling during the pandemic and entering rehab in 2021, songwriting became his lifeline. Now sober and thriving, Ryan is one semester away from graduating USC's Thornton School of...

Ryan is a pop-rock artist whose music blends emotional honesty with classic rock inspiration. Raised in a musical household, he started performing as the drummer in a band with his sibling, touring the UK as a teen with the Euphoria. Influenced by legends such as Queen, the Beatles and Led Zeppelin, he later fused that vintage energy with the edge of Muse, Green Day, Panic! At the Disco and My Chemical Romance. After struggling during the pandemic and entering rehab in 2021, songwriting became his lifeline. Now sober and thriving, Ryan is one semester away from graduating USC's Thornton School of...

Ralph's love for music began at age 3, inspired by his late grandfather, known as Honey Grandpa. After losing his grandfather at age 7, Ralph began finding comfort and inspiration in signs of his presence. Initially focused on sports, the college choir at Fresno City College redirected his path, giving him opportunities to tour France and compete in local talent competitions. These experiences cemented his passion for singing and performing, leading him to a career as a full-time musician. Ralph now fronts his own band, VibeCheck, blending genres and earning a strong following, with support from his fiancée, Crystina. Driven to h...

It may be new to The Voice stage, but her voice has captivated millions, most notably as the beloved Toni on "Cocomelon," where she recorded episodes and hundreds of songs from her closet-turned-studio. Raised in a musical home in Houston, she began performing at age 4 in church, dance recitals, and theater. Studying musical theater at the University of Texas in Austin led her to Los Angeles, where she interned in entertainment, recorded for Jordan Smith and launched her voiceover career. Beyond the studio, Toni wowed live audiences in burlesque-style revues, cruise ship residencies and vocal showcases, discovering the full range...

Aubrey is a small-town girl with big dreams, growing up on the Mason-Dixon line between Maryland and Pennsylvania. From an early age, her parents recognized her talent by nicknaming her "Songbird" and encouraged her at every turn. Determined to support Aubrey's passion, her mom even sold her home to help her attend Belmont University in Nashville. Music has always been the center of her life, from school talent shows and musical theater to local gigs, writer's rounds and televised performances, including a Christmas special on a major streamer. Now a junior at Belmont, Aubrey is developing her sound, which is...

After losing her beloved older sister Sabrina in 2019, Ava turned to music as both a tribute and a healing outlet. The two shared a deep bond through singing, and Ava has since followed in her sister's footsteps by joining the field hockey team, learning piano and guitar, and taking her singing more seriously. She performed anywhere she could, even asking street performers if she could join in on their sets while she vacationed in Europe with her family. In 2024, she released her first EP, "Align," marking a major step in her growth as a songwriter. Now preparing to attend Belmont...

Growing up with both White and Hispanic heritage, Lucia struggled to connect with her Mexican roots as she was raised away from that side of her family. Determined to embrace her lineage, she became fluent in Spanish while studying abroad in Spain. As a passionate music lover raised in Washington state, Lucia was particularly influenced by Brandi Carlile. A chance encounter in 2018, while Lucia was helping set up for Brandi's rehearsal at her high school, led to an impromptu singing session with one of the band members. Brandi overheard Lucia's talent and invited her to perform at a fundraiser concert...

Alanna, one of nine musically gifted siblings from Toledo, Ohio, discovered her voice at age 11 through her first powerful church performance for more than 300 people. Growing up in what locals dubbed the Musical Family, she found solace through singing during challenging times, including a period of financial troubles for her family. After graduating from Toledo School for the Arts, Alanna boldly pursued her dreams in Atlanta's music scene in 2023. Her breakthrough came at "The Sangers Movement" open mic night, where her soulful rendition of Beyoncé's "One Plus One" went viral, launching her emerging career in the city.

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Ari's destiny as a performer was evident from birth when a nurse heard her humming straight out of the womb. Her musical journey began at age 7 with voice lessons and performing arts camps, leading to her first major role as Glinda in "The Wiz" at age 9. Though she later faced challenges with anxiety and depression during high school, Ari found healing through music, therapy and her family's unwavering support. Now a recent graduate of the University of Southern California - celebrating alongside her mother, who completed her nursing degree the same week - Ari made a name for herself as...

RENZO has carved a unique path in music, defying generational patterns and building a multifaceted career. By day, he inspires young minds as Professor Renzo, teaching science to elementary students, while by night he immerses himself in performing, producing and songwriting. His talent has led to global stages and collaborations with artists such as the Game and Teddy Riley. RENZO's stage name is inspired by a soap opera character he watched with his grandmother. In addition to producing for independent artists, he continues to release his own original music that blends his R&B soul roots with the raw energy...

Born with a passion for performance, Conor's musical journey began in his small hometown where he immersed himself in musical theater and taught himself how to play the piano on the keyboard his parents bought him. Following his dreams, he took a leap of faith after high school and moved to New York to study at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. The city's vibrant culture allowed him to embrace his authentic queer self while honing his craft. After six years in New York, Conor ventured west to Los Angeles, where he balances his artistic pursuits with practical necessities. Today...

Jadyn first caught attention on "The Voice" stage during Season 25 - not as a contestant, but supporting her father and future S25 finalist Bryan Olesen during his Blind Audition. When John spontaneously invited her to perform, she impressed with an impromptu rendition of "Put Your Records On." Following in her father's musical footsteps, Jadyn now leads AM/FM, an 1980s cover band where she's embraced as a daughter by her bandmates, all men in their 50s and 60s. Her versatile performances span from Madonna to Dolly Parton, but she's still honing in on who she is as an artist. Working...

Darius discovered his calling at age 5 when he boldly performed Tina Turner's "What's Love Got to Do with It" at a fair's karaoke booth. Raised by his mother and grandmother, he developed a deep appreciation for powerful female vocalists that shaped his musical style. Though he faced bullying growing up, Darius has transformed his unique voice and creativity into a source of strength, building a supportive community through TikTok, amassing millions of views and establishing himself in Atlanta's music scene. While working as a customer service representative by day, he brings joy to even upset customers by spontaneously breaking into...

Growing up with both White and Hispanic heritage, Lucia struggled to connect with her Mexican roots as she was raised away from that side of her family. Determined to embrace her lineage, she became fluent in Spanish while studying abroad in Spain. As a passionate music lover raised in Washington state, Lucia was particularly influenced by Brandi Carlile. A chance encounter in 2018, while Lucia was helping set up for Brandi's rehearsal at her high school, led to an impromptu singing session with one of the band members. Brandi overheard Lucia's talent and invited her to perform at a fundraiser concert...

Ethan was surrounded by music in the home his father built, with musical sisters and piano-playing mother shaping his early influences. His talent flourished as a worship leader in his local church band, where he performed until 2022. Most songs in his repertoire are inspired by his wife, Savannah, his high school sweetheart of nearly 10 years. Their love story recently welcomed a new chapter with daughter Josie, named after Ethan's musical grandmother, Josephine. When he's not performing his original music in intimate acoustic shows above the coffee shop where he works as a roaster, Ethan can be found embracing his small-town...

Danny moved from London to the U.S. when he met his wife 10 years ago at a church conference in Dallas. Being a law student in the U.K. made coming to the U.S. a huge culture shock as it was the only home he knew. He eventually acclimated and started a family with Joanna. They have three kids, including their youngest daughter, who Danny delivered himself after their midwife didn't make it in time. Before his daughter was born, Danny underwent major surgery to treat complications from Crohn's Disease. Fighting extreme fatigue and pain every day, Danny struggled...

Sloane discovered her love for music at age 8 when her parents bought her a guitar to help distract her from her mother's battle with an aggressive spinal cancer. Music carried her through several joyful years of her mother's remission. However, she recently received news that her mother was once again fighting cancer. Following a successful operation, Sloane's mother is currently on the mend. However, in a cruel twist of fate, the family learns that her father is also battling cancer. His late-stage diagnosis has the family grappling with the reality that he's fighting for his life. Watching "The Voice" has...

Lauren-Michael is a special education teacher and worship director. She believes her students have exceptionalities, not disabilities, and leading worship has gifted her with both a church family and renewed faith. With both Master's and Educational Specialist degrees, she uses her education to give her students a voice. As the oldest of five, she grew up quickly to fill the mom role to her siblings. In ninth grade, her mother lost custody of her and her siblings, leading them all to be separated. She then started writing as an outlet for her traumatic upbringing. One day, a teacher saw her...

Gabrielle has been singing since she could talk. Her music career really took off when she turned a day job at a major supermarket chain into a springboard for her dreams. When she was 20, she auditioned for the store's radio station and was cast in their first-ever a cappella group, consisting of 11 talented employees from across the country. This gave Gabrielle the opportunity to work alongside Cupid on "Cupid Shuffle," perform on "Good Morning America" and star in music videos for social media. Even with all of her success, Gabrielle came from humble beginnings. She was raised in a three-bedroom...