Team Snoop Shines as Members Dominate Natural Woman Performance in The Voice Battle Rounds
The Battle rounds of Season 28 of The Voice commenced on October 13, showcasing thrilling performances and celebrity mentors to guide the contestants. This year introduced a fresh format where singers selected their partners, while coaches maintained control over the song choices. The new twist added excitement to the evening, making the mentors’ roles even more pivotal.
Celebrity Mentors Join the Competition
Notable mentors this season include:
- Snoop Dogg> with Team Snoop
- Niall Horan with Team Niall
- Kelsea Ballerini with Team Michael Bublé
- Nick Jonas with Team Reba McEntire
Highlight Performance: “Natural Woman”
One of the standout moments came from Team Snoop’s Natalia Albertini and YOSHIHANNA, who delivered a captivating rendition of Carole King’s “(You Make Me Feel Like) a Natural Woman.” Originally popularized by Aretha Franklin in 1967, the song remains a timeless classic.
YOSHIHANNA, hailing from Atlanta, opened strongly with a remarkable emulation of Franklin’s iconic tone. New Jersey’s Albertini introduced a country flair, seamlessly intertwining their vocal styles. The performance escalated as they exchanged lines and harmonized on the emotional chorus, thrilling the audience.
Judges’ Reactions
Snoop Dogg expressed deep emotion, stating, “I’m in tears right now,” highlighting the intensity of the competition. Niall Horan praised both singers, emphasizing Albertini’s courage against her rival. He noted YOSHIHANNA’s flawless execution and admired her natural vocal talent.
Reba McEntire lauded Albertini’s impressive range while likening YOSHIHANNA’s performance to Franklin herself. Michael Bublé admired YOSHIHANNA’s ability to personalize the song, while acknowledging Albertini’s disciplined approach during the performance.
Results and Future Episodes
After much deliberation, Snoop Dogg chose YOSHIHANNA to advance. However, in a twist, he utilized the save option, allowing Albertini to continue in the competition. The next battle round is scheduled to air on NBC on October 14 at 8 PM ET, with a replay available on Peacock.
Stay tuned for more thrilling performances as The Voice continues to feature incredible talent and emotional moments.
