As you might know, The Voice UK returns this weekend - and with it are a whole host of brand new blind auditions! Now, we love a good blind audition, so the show's return got us thinking about some of our favourites. Below, we bring you just 12 but we couldn't include everything, so get in the comments and let us know your favourites...
1. Max Milner
Max Milner ended up being one of our favourite Voice contestants in the first series - and not just because of the relish with which Danny O'Donoghue said his name. This was on the very first episode of The Voice UK and instantly got us interested, as Max skilfully combined 'Come Together' and 'Lose Yourself' in a mash-up that isn't just a gimmick. He's great - and Danny attempting to rap along adds some laughs, too.
2. Vince Kidd
We've all heard 'Like A Virgin' a gazillion times.
1. Max Milner
Max Milner ended up being one of our favourite Voice contestants in the first series - and not just because of the relish with which Danny O'Donoghue said his name. This was on the very first episode of The Voice UK and instantly got us interested, as Max skilfully combined 'Come Together' and 'Lose Yourself' in a mash-up that isn't just a gimmick. He's great - and Danny attempting to rap along adds some laughs, too.
2. Vince Kidd
We've all heard 'Like A Virgin' a gazillion times.
- 1/9/2015
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK's coaches have insisted that they are helping the acts to build careers.
Speaking at the show's launch yesterday, Ricky Wilson explained that he is still in touch with all of the acts from his team last year.
"I think they're all having a better time than they were before they went on the show and that's a testament to the show itself really," he said. "It might not be churning out superstars to bridge the gap until the next series, but I think that's a good thing.
"I think over the next few years, you'll start seeing people bringing out records and having hits that you'll go, 'Where have I seen them before? Oh, they were on The Voice'. When they're on Graham Norton and he goes, 'Do you remember this?' he'll show a clip of The Voice."
Wilson added: "We're building careers, I...
Speaking at the show's launch yesterday, Ricky Wilson explained that he is still in touch with all of the acts from his team last year.
"I think they're all having a better time than they were before they went on the show and that's a testament to the show itself really," he said. "It might not be churning out superstars to bridge the gap until the next series, but I think that's a good thing.
"I think over the next few years, you'll start seeing people bringing out records and having hits that you'll go, 'Where have I seen them before? Oh, they were on The Voice'. When they're on Graham Norton and he goes, 'Do you remember this?' he'll show a clip of The Voice."
Wilson added: "We're building careers, I...
- 1/6/2015
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK winner Jermain Jackman has announced his signing to London Records, part of Universal Music.
Jackman is currently in the studio working on his debut album with some "very special guests", and plans to release the record later this year.
The 19-year-old from Hackney won the recent series of the TV show after beating finalists Sally Barker, Jamie Johnson and Christina Marie.
Jackman said: "I'm really excited to be a part of Universal Music and London Records and I'm ready to make some great music."
The singer's cover and winning performance of 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' previously reached number 39 in the iTunes chart.
Jackman, who was coached on the show by will.i.am, said last month that he doesn't feel any pressure to succeed and isn't concerned about the fate of previous winners of the show.
will.i.am has collaborated with former...
Jackman is currently in the studio working on his debut album with some "very special guests", and plans to release the record later this year.
The 19-year-old from Hackney won the recent series of the TV show after beating finalists Sally Barker, Jamie Johnson and Christina Marie.
Jackman said: "I'm really excited to be a part of Universal Music and London Records and I'm ready to make some great music."
The singer's cover and winning performance of 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' previously reached number 39 in the iTunes chart.
Jackman, who was coached on the show by will.i.am, said last month that he doesn't feel any pressure to succeed and isn't concerned about the fate of previous winners of the show.
will.i.am has collaborated with former...
- 6/19/2014
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK winner Jermain Jackman has stated that he doesn't feel any pressure to succeed, drawing comparisons to the prime minister.
Jackman said that he isn't concerned with what previous winners of the BBC singing show have achieved, instead concentrating on his own career, reports BBC Newsbeat.
"I'm just focusing on what I'm doing," he explained. "It's like the president or prime minister - he's not going to focus on what his predecessors have done.
"He is going to focus on what he's going to do to change, and that's what I'm going to focus on."
The Voice UK has been criticised in the past for not producing any enduring stars.
Leanne Mitchell, who won the 2012 series, was dropped by her label earlier this year after failing to make the top 100 with her debut album.
Andrea Begley, last year's winner, managed to enter the top 10 with her album. However,...
Jackman said that he isn't concerned with what previous winners of the BBC singing show have achieved, instead concentrating on his own career, reports BBC Newsbeat.
"I'm just focusing on what I'm doing," he explained. "It's like the president or prime minister - he's not going to focus on what his predecessors have done.
"He is going to focus on what he's going to do to change, and that's what I'm going to focus on."
The Voice UK has been criticised in the past for not producing any enduring stars.
Leanne Mitchell, who won the 2012 series, was dropped by her label earlier this year after failing to make the top 100 with her debut album.
Andrea Begley, last year's winner, managed to enter the top 10 with her album. However,...
- 5/1/2014
- Digital Spy
You've got to feel a bit sorry for Jermain Jackman. When he was announced as the winner of The Voice 2014 - to much confetti and fanfare - the overwhelming reaction was one of, well, surprise. He wasn't the Digital Spy favourite (Christina Marie). He wasn't the bookies' favourite (Sally Barker). But he was the winner.
Now that the dust has settled a little, though, could Jermain actually be just the winner that The Voice needs? We've heard plenty of slightly mean-spirited snark about how The Voice is yet to produce a star - Leanne Mitchell and Andrea Begley, the first two champions, have so far failed to set the charts alight.
The Voice's future is secure, at least for now - two more series have been ordered by the BBC - but its credibility could begin to be questioned if it doesn't start spinning out successes soon. This is...
Now that the dust has settled a little, though, could Jermain actually be just the winner that The Voice needs? We've heard plenty of slightly mean-spirited snark about how The Voice is yet to produce a star - Leanne Mitchell and Andrea Begley, the first two champions, have so far failed to set the charts alight.
The Voice's future is secure, at least for now - two more series have been ordered by the BBC - but its credibility could begin to be questioned if it doesn't start spinning out successes soon. This is...
- 4/7/2014
- Digital Spy
The Voice is now a matter of Six Hours Away and we're getting very excited indeed. In preparation for the clashes, we've already spoken to representatives of Team Kylie, Team Ricky and Team Tom - which means there's just one team left. Enter will.i.am's Sophie May Williams and Cherri Prince! We pitted the duo against each other to test who knows will the best, and also had a bit of chat about their actual battle, so read on for all of the details...
Fighting Talk - We're going to test you on your knowledge of will.i.am.
Cherri: "Ooooooh dear!"
will.i.am recently revealed he's going to release a new range of what wearable item? (Answer: Eyewear)
Sophie May: "I have no idea!" Points: 0
Cherri: "Oh my goodness. Is it going to be something really random? Sunglasses." Points: 1
will.i.am has a charitable foundation called i.
Fighting Talk - We're going to test you on your knowledge of will.i.am.
Cherri: "Ooooooh dear!"
will.i.am recently revealed he's going to release a new range of what wearable item? (Answer: Eyewear)
Sophie May: "I have no idea!" Points: 0
Cherri: "Oh my goodness. Is it going to be something really random? Sunglasses." Points: 1
will.i.am has a charitable foundation called i.
- 3/8/2014
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK continued to top Saturday ratings last night (March 1), as 6.95 million tuned in to the first instalment of Battle Rounds at 7pm.
According to overnight data, 30.4% of the audience share watched the remaining contestants go head-to-head as the coaches were joined by guest mentors Katy B, Tinie Tempah, Dante Santiago, Leah McFall and Jake Shears.
In the same timeslot on ITV, 6.4m (27.79%) tuned in to watch the latest episode of Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway. This week's episode saw the duo go undercover to prank Gordon Ramsay. A further 456,000 (2.01%) watched an hour later on ITV+1.
Back on BBC One, medical drama Casualty entertained 5.15m (25.15%) at 9.20pm, while 4.14m (29.43%) watched the football highlights on Match of the Day at 10.30pm.
BBC Two's biggest ratings of the evening came from classic sitcom Dad's Army, which attracted 1.95m (6.89%) at 7.15pm.
New series The Perfect Morcambe & Wise launched with 1.33m (5.72%) at 7.45pm,...
According to overnight data, 30.4% of the audience share watched the remaining contestants go head-to-head as the coaches were joined by guest mentors Katy B, Tinie Tempah, Dante Santiago, Leah McFall and Jake Shears.
In the same timeslot on ITV, 6.4m (27.79%) tuned in to watch the latest episode of Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway. This week's episode saw the duo go undercover to prank Gordon Ramsay. A further 456,000 (2.01%) watched an hour later on ITV+1.
Back on BBC One, medical drama Casualty entertained 5.15m (25.15%) at 9.20pm, while 4.14m (29.43%) watched the football highlights on Match of the Day at 10.30pm.
BBC Two's biggest ratings of the evening came from classic sitcom Dad's Army, which attracted 1.95m (6.89%) at 7.15pm.
New series The Perfect Morcambe & Wise launched with 1.33m (5.72%) at 7.45pm,...
- 3/2/2014
- Digital Spy
With The Voice battles just around the corner, we're desperately trying to predict who's going to win. Admittedly, our own DS battle between Team Tom's Mairead and Celestine ended in a dead heat, so we're none the wiser. But maybe things will be different on Team Will - we're pitting Callum Crowley and Tom Barnwell against each other to find out who knows their mentor best! Read on to find out who wins (and is therefore certainly the victor on Saturday night), and also for a bit of chat about their actual battle...
Fighting Talk - we're going to test you on your knowledge of Will.
Callum: "Ok..."
Tom: "Oh no, Callum's going to win!"
How many UK number ones did the Black Eyed Peas get? (Answer: 5)
Callum: "I'm going to go with seven. Five? I was close!" Points: 0
Tom: "Oh my life. I don't know, seven? That's what Callum said?...
Fighting Talk - we're going to test you on your knowledge of Will.
Callum: "Ok..."
Tom: "Oh no, Callum's going to win!"
How many UK number ones did the Black Eyed Peas get? (Answer: 5)
Callum: "I'm going to go with seven. Five? I was close!" Points: 0
Tom: "Oh my life. I don't know, seven? That's what Callum said?...
- 2/28/2014
- Digital Spy
The Voice coaches will invite their famous friends along to help their contestants on this weekend's episode.
As the legendary battle round begins, each Voice coach will have a guest mentor who can help them prepare their acts for the fight.
will.i.am has cheated slightly by inviting along two guests - last year's contestant Leah McFall, who recently debuted the video for 'No Ordinary Love', as well as Voice stalwart Dante Santiago.
The Team Will acts that will be going head to head this weekend are Anna McLuckie and Jessica Steele, Callum Crowley and Tom Barnwell, and Sarah Eden-Winn and Jermain Jackman.
Sir Tom Jones has made the perhaps surprising decision to invite Tinie Tempah along to meet his acts, but the pair seem to be deep in conversation in this picture.
The 'Pass Out' rapper will be helping to prepare Talia Smith to battle Sally Barker,...
As the legendary battle round begins, each Voice coach will have a guest mentor who can help them prepare their acts for the fight.
will.i.am has cheated slightly by inviting along two guests - last year's contestant Leah McFall, who recently debuted the video for 'No Ordinary Love', as well as Voice stalwart Dante Santiago.
The Team Will acts that will be going head to head this weekend are Anna McLuckie and Jessica Steele, Callum Crowley and Tom Barnwell, and Sarah Eden-Winn and Jermain Jackman.
Sir Tom Jones has made the perhaps surprising decision to invite Tinie Tempah along to meet his acts, but the pair seem to be deep in conversation in this picture.
The 'Pass Out' rapper will be helping to prepare Talia Smith to battle Sally Barker,...
- 2/25/2014
- Digital Spy
Katy B and Tinie Tempah are among the stars who will appear as advisors in the Battle Rounds of The Voice UK.
Scissor Sisters frontman Jake Shears, Voice UK alum Leah McFall and Dante Santiago will also appear on next Saturday's (March 1) episode of the BBC singing competition.
Katy B will be helping Ricky Wilson prepare his contestants for the next stage of the competition, while Tinie Tempah will be advising Sir Tom Jones.
Meanwhile, Shears will be helping out his close friend and collaborator Kylie Minogue.
will.i.am will be joined by Santiago once again, but has also drafted in McFall to advise his team. McFall reached the final of last year's series as part of Team Will.
The Voice UK continues next Saturday at 7pm on BBC One.
The Voice: Kylie's team is complete - who's your favourite? Vote
The Voice: Sir Tom's team...
Scissor Sisters frontman Jake Shears, Voice UK alum Leah McFall and Dante Santiago will also appear on next Saturday's (March 1) episode of the BBC singing competition.
Katy B will be helping Ricky Wilson prepare his contestants for the next stage of the competition, while Tinie Tempah will be advising Sir Tom Jones.
Meanwhile, Shears will be helping out his close friend and collaborator Kylie Minogue.
will.i.am will be joined by Santiago once again, but has also drafted in McFall to advise his team. McFall reached the final of last year's series as part of Team Will.
The Voice UK continues next Saturday at 7pm on BBC One.
The Voice: Kylie's team is complete - who's your favourite? Vote
The Voice: Sir Tom's team...
- 2/22/2014
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK coach will.i.am has admitted that he isn't a fan of reality television.
Speaking at the series three press launch, the Black Eyed Peas star explained that he thinks The Voice is different because it reflects the music industry.
"I don't really like reality TV, because it isn't really reality," he said. "Most reality shows are just like this forced dripped up version of reality and it isn't how real life is.
"But The Voice really reflects the life of someone in the music industry. The uncertainty, politics, are they going to really pay attention to me? Is my A&R, the product manager really going to see me through so I could really accomplish my dreams?"
He added: "This is like a real miniature version of what the music industry's like. So that's the reason why I'm kind of addicted to this format, because it's...
Speaking at the series three press launch, the Black Eyed Peas star explained that he thinks The Voice is different because it reflects the music industry.
"I don't really like reality TV, because it isn't really reality," he said. "Most reality shows are just like this forced dripped up version of reality and it isn't how real life is.
"But The Voice really reflects the life of someone in the music industry. The uncertainty, politics, are they going to really pay attention to me? Is my A&R, the product manager really going to see me through so I could really accomplish my dreams?"
He added: "This is like a real miniature version of what the music industry's like. So that's the reason why I'm kind of addicted to this format, because it's...
- 1/7/2014
- Digital Spy
New co-host of The Voice UK Marvin Humes has defended the show's track record of finding talent.
The Jls star said that he was "confident" the third series, which starts this week, would produce a star and argued that all TV talent shows require time to unearth great artists.
"If you think of The X Factor, it really struck gold in the third series with Leona Lewis, so you need to give a show of this scale breathing space," said Humes.
"I'm confident there will be stars produced from it this year."
The boyband singer also said that he believed one of last year's finalists would go to become a successful pop act.
"Leah McFall, who came second last year, is working with one of the best A&R guys in the country. I worked with him in Jls, so I've got no doubt she'll do well," he said.
Humes...
The Jls star said that he was "confident" the third series, which starts this week, would produce a star and argued that all TV talent shows require time to unearth great artists.
"If you think of The X Factor, it really struck gold in the third series with Leona Lewis, so you need to give a show of this scale breathing space," said Humes.
"I'm confident there will be stars produced from it this year."
The boyband singer also said that he believed one of last year's finalists would go to become a successful pop act.
"Leah McFall, who came second last year, is working with one of the best A&R guys in the country. I worked with him in Jls, so I've got no doubt she'll do well," he said.
Humes...
- 1/6/2014
- Digital Spy
Want to make sure you don't miss anything great on the telly in the next seven days? Never fear, because Tube Talk has done all the hard work for you and smushed all of this week's must-see TV into one snappy rundown. Check out what you should be checking out below...
The 7.39: Monday (January 6) at 9pm on BBC One
We've had plenty of rush hour arguments with fellow commuters before (the people who order everyone to "Move down, please" when there's clearly nowhere to move are particularly frustrating), and all they've done is ensured we've arrived at work in a foul mood. They've certainly never been the starting point for a passionate love affair.
But in The 7.39, which comes from One Day author David Nicholls, a row over an empty train seat is the 'meet-cute' for David Morrissey and Sheridan Smith's characters. As it becomes evident that they have chemistry,...
The 7.39: Monday (January 6) at 9pm on BBC One
We've had plenty of rush hour arguments with fellow commuters before (the people who order everyone to "Move down, please" when there's clearly nowhere to move are particularly frustrating), and all they've done is ensured we've arrived at work in a foul mood. They've certainly never been the starting point for a passionate love affair.
But in The 7.39, which comes from One Day author David Nicholls, a row over an empty train seat is the 'meet-cute' for David Morrissey and Sheridan Smith's characters. As it becomes evident that they have chemistry,...
- 1/5/2014
- Digital Spy
will.i.am has claimed that his former The Voice UK contestant Leah McFall could be the next Adele.
The producer, who serves as a coach on the show, believes McFall has the potential to be the next global superstar.
"I brought her to Los Angeles to do her record. The contract says we can't do that but who cares?" he told Metro.
"I don't think it's fair. My team doesn't end when the cameras are off. I feel obligated. Just singing on The Voice isn't enough."
He continued: "Leah was the best singer by 1,000 miles. You want to be able to launch an act that baffles the Us with how great her voice is.
"She's a potential Adele - her voice is phenomenal. But people are guided by story, so, as far as the results go, they were emotional, it's a problem in the format. The singers don't have...
The producer, who serves as a coach on the show, believes McFall has the potential to be the next global superstar.
"I brought her to Los Angeles to do her record. The contract says we can't do that but who cares?" he told Metro.
"I don't think it's fair. My team doesn't end when the cameras are off. I feel obligated. Just singing on The Voice isn't enough."
He continued: "Leah was the best singer by 1,000 miles. You want to be able to launch an act that baffles the Us with how great her voice is.
"She's a potential Adele - her voice is phenomenal. But people are guided by story, so, as far as the results go, they were emotional, it's a problem in the format. The singers don't have...
- 9/4/2013
- Digital Spy
will.i.am has reportedly been lined up for a return to The Voice UK.
The Black Eyed Peas performer will serve as coach on the third series of the competition, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Rumours of the singer's possible departure from the show emerged earlier this summer, alongside reports that he was poised to join the next season of American Idol.
However The Hollywood Reporter has claimed that while will.i.am was in talks to join Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban on American Idol, he ultimately decided to take a deal from the production company Wall to Wall, which produces The Voice.
Former coaches Jessie J and The Script frontman Danny O'Donoghue announced their departures from The Voice UK in July.
Cheryl Cole has since been ruled out as a possible replacement, while Olly Murs has hinted that he would be interested if asked.
Watch will.i.
The Black Eyed Peas performer will serve as coach on the third series of the competition, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Rumours of the singer's possible departure from the show emerged earlier this summer, alongside reports that he was poised to join the next season of American Idol.
However The Hollywood Reporter has claimed that while will.i.am was in talks to join Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban on American Idol, he ultimately decided to take a deal from the production company Wall to Wall, which produces The Voice.
Former coaches Jessie J and The Script frontman Danny O'Donoghue announced their departures from The Voice UK in July.
Cheryl Cole has since been ruled out as a possible replacement, while Olly Murs has hinted that he would be interested if asked.
Watch will.i.
- 8/20/2013
- Digital Spy
Dawn O'Porter didn't want Andrea Begley to win 'The Voice'. The 34-year-old TV star is a huge fan of the BBC One talent contest, but she was disappointed with the end result of the second series and thinks bookie's favourite Leah McFall would have been a more suitable winner because she's got what it takes to sell out London's The O2. While promoting Jacob's Creek, the official wine of Wimbledon, Dawn said: ''I love, love, love 'The Voice' but I think the result was wrong. I think the person who should have won it was Leah and that would have...
- 7/3/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Dawn O'Porter didn't want Andrea Begley to win 'The Voice'. The 34-year-old TV star is a huge fan of the BBC One talent contest, but she was disappointed with the end result of the second series and thinks bookie's favourite Leah McFall would have been a more suitable winner because she's got what it takes to sell out London's The O2. While promoting Jacob's Creek, the official wine of Wimbledon, Dawn said: ''I love, love, love 'The Voice' but I think the result was wrong. I think the person who should have won it was Leah and that would have...
- 7/1/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
The BBC has responded to viewer complaints about Holly Willoughby's revealing dress on The Voice UK's final.
Willoughby wore a plunging back maxi dress on Saturday night's show - which saw Andrea Begley win the competition - sparking 139 complaints from BBC One viewers, Broadcast reports.
"We're sorry if some viewers found Holly's dress to be unsuitable," a BBC spokesperson said.
"Holly enjoys fashion and we felt the dress she wore for the live final of The Voice UK was glamorous and wholly appropriate for the occasion."
The source added that the dress did not go "against audience expectations for a TV spectacle such as this".
The Voice UK final - aired from 7.15pm to 9.30pm - pulled in an average of 7.24m viewers, its highest ratings since May 5. The show peaked at 8.04m.
> will.i.am to work on "original songs" with Voice star Leah McFall
Watch Andrea Begley...
Willoughby wore a plunging back maxi dress on Saturday night's show - which saw Andrea Begley win the competition - sparking 139 complaints from BBC One viewers, Broadcast reports.
"We're sorry if some viewers found Holly's dress to be unsuitable," a BBC spokesperson said.
"Holly enjoys fashion and we felt the dress she wore for the live final of The Voice UK was glamorous and wholly appropriate for the occasion."
The source added that the dress did not go "against audience expectations for a TV spectacle such as this".
The Voice UK final - aired from 7.15pm to 9.30pm - pulled in an average of 7.24m viewers, its highest ratings since May 5. The show peaked at 8.04m.
> will.i.am to work on "original songs" with Voice star Leah McFall
Watch Andrea Begley...
- 6/25/2013
- Digital Spy
will.i.am has confirmed plans to work with The Voice UK finalist Leah McFall.
The producer and rapper has told fans that he will fly McFall out to New York City next week to work on new material with his team.
"Its time to focus and build...let's go @leahmcfallmusic...I'm so pumped....me and leah will start next week... #newORIGINALsongs," will.i.am tweeted.
"As a matter of fact...let's start in nyc next week...somebody wake up the wizards...let's make magic @leahmcfallmusic."
Although she did not win the BBC One talent show, McFall managed to claim a Top 10 hit with 'I Will Survive' earlier this month.
Photo gallery - The Voice UK's final:The achievement made her the first ever Voice UK contestant to reach the Top 10.
McFall was runner-up to Voice UK 2013 winner Andrea Begley on Saturday night (June 22).
Watch Leah McFall perform...
The producer and rapper has told fans that he will fly McFall out to New York City next week to work on new material with his team.
"Its time to focus and build...let's go @leahmcfallmusic...I'm so pumped....me and leah will start next week... #newORIGINALsongs," will.i.am tweeted.
"As a matter of fact...let's start in nyc next week...somebody wake up the wizards...let's make magic @leahmcfallmusic."
Although she did not win the BBC One talent show, McFall managed to claim a Top 10 hit with 'I Will Survive' earlier this month.
Photo gallery - The Voice UK's final:The achievement made her the first ever Voice UK contestant to reach the Top 10.
McFall was runner-up to Voice UK 2013 winner Andrea Begley on Saturday night (June 22).
Watch Leah McFall perform...
- 6/24/2013
- Digital Spy
will.i.am reportedly stormed off the set of The Voice UK after Andrea Begley was announced as the winner.
Begley, who was by coached by Danny O'Donoghue, beat fellow finalists Mike Ward, Leah McFall and Matt Henry on Saturday's (June 22) final.
A source present at the final told Digital Spy that will.i.am "walked off stage from his chair looking really cheesed off and shaking his head" after Begley's win was announced.
When cameras later cut to the coaches after Holly Willoughby interviewed Begley about her victory, only Jessie J and Tom Jones were shown in their chairs, with O'Donoghue already on stage.
The Black Eyed Peas singer later reappeared on stage with the other coaches halfway through Begley's performance of 'My Immortal', after allegedly being told to return after consoling his act McFall.
Earlier this month, will.i.am revealed his fears that The Voice UK would...
Begley, who was by coached by Danny O'Donoghue, beat fellow finalists Mike Ward, Leah McFall and Matt Henry on Saturday's (June 22) final.
A source present at the final told Digital Spy that will.i.am "walked off stage from his chair looking really cheesed off and shaking his head" after Begley's win was announced.
When cameras later cut to the coaches after Holly Willoughby interviewed Begley about her victory, only Jessie J and Tom Jones were shown in their chairs, with O'Donoghue already on stage.
The Black Eyed Peas singer later reappeared on stage with the other coaches halfway through Begley's performance of 'My Immortal', after allegedly being told to return after consoling his act McFall.
Earlier this month, will.i.am revealed his fears that The Voice UK would...
- 6/23/2013
- Digital Spy
The Voice' judge will.i.am is disappointed that Andrea Begley won the show. The singer impressed viewers with her performances during the final of the TV talent show last night (23.06.13) but the Black Eyed Peas star seemed devastated she won over his protege - and bookie's favourite - Leah McFall. He tweeted: ''You should feel the audiences vibration in the room [tonight] after the publics vote...its #unexplainable...so sad...#perplexed. (sic)'' Although will.i.am backtracked slightly, he still hinted Leah - who he recently described as a ''golden child'' - should have walked away at the show's winner. He also wrote: ''Andrea is amazing...#dontGETmeWRONG...but we know who...
- 6/23/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
The Voice UK's second series drew to a close this evening (June 22), and saw Andrea Begley crowned as this year's winner.
The Team Danny singer fought off competition from favourite Leah McFall, country singer Mike Ward and Matt Henry, who was eliminated in fourth place earlier in the evening.
Begley, 27, has secured herself a recording contract after impressing viewers with performances of 'My Immortal' and audition track 'Angel'.
She also shared the stage with mentor Danny O'Donoghue and his Script bandmates for a performance of 'Hall of Fame'.
Jessie J performed 'Never Too Much' with Matt Henry, while will.i.am collaborated with Leah McFall on new single 'Bang Bang'.
Sir Tom Jones performed his 1966 single 'Green, Green Grass of Home' with Mike Ward.
After Begley's victory, O'Donoghue told her that she was an "inspiration" to him, adding that she had taught him more than he'd taught her.
See...
The Team Danny singer fought off competition from favourite Leah McFall, country singer Mike Ward and Matt Henry, who was eliminated in fourth place earlier in the evening.
Begley, 27, has secured herself a recording contract after impressing viewers with performances of 'My Immortal' and audition track 'Angel'.
She also shared the stage with mentor Danny O'Donoghue and his Script bandmates for a performance of 'Hall of Fame'.
Jessie J performed 'Never Too Much' with Matt Henry, while will.i.am collaborated with Leah McFall on new single 'Bang Bang'.
Sir Tom Jones performed his 1966 single 'Green, Green Grass of Home' with Mike Ward.
After Begley's victory, O'Donoghue told her that she was an "inspiration" to him, adding that she had taught him more than he'd taught her.
See...
- 6/22/2013
- Digital Spy
Andrea Begley has won The Voice UK 2013.
The 27-year-old singer emerged victorious in the series ahead of finalists Mike Ward, Leah McFall and Matt Henry, and has secured herself a recording contract.
Leah McFall had been widely tipped to take this year's crown after the chart success of her cover of Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive'.
However, it was Begley who impressed viewers with her performances of 'My Immortal', 'Angel' and 'Hall of Fame' with The Script.
After her victory, she told host Holly Willoughby: "I actually can't speak. I never ever, ever could have imagined this.
"Honestly, first and foremost I have to thank everyone at home for voting for me. Hopefully I will try my best to put your vote to good use and be a success. Thank you so much."
Mentor Danny O'Donoghue hailed her win, adding that Begley was an "inspiration" to him.
The 27-year-old singer emerged victorious in the series ahead of finalists Mike Ward, Leah McFall and Matt Henry, and has secured herself a recording contract.
Leah McFall had been widely tipped to take this year's crown after the chart success of her cover of Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive'.
However, it was Begley who impressed viewers with her performances of 'My Immortal', 'Angel' and 'Hall of Fame' with The Script.
After her victory, she told host Holly Willoughby: "I actually can't speak. I never ever, ever could have imagined this.
"Honestly, first and foremost I have to thank everyone at home for voting for me. Hopefully I will try my best to put your vote to good use and be a success. Thank you so much."
Mentor Danny O'Donoghue hailed her win, adding that Begley was an "inspiration" to him.
- 6/22/2013
- Digital Spy
will.i.am has reportedly sprained his ankle while tap dancing in rehearsals for The Voice UK.
Pictures show the rapper preparing with Leah McFall for a duet performance of his latest track 'Bang Bang', which features on the Great Gatsby soundtrack.
will.i.am was practising a tap-dancing sequence for inclusion in the routine, when he apparently injured his ankle, requiring medical attention.
A source from the show said: "Will's tapping was yet another revelation from the man of many talents! But because he freestyles it, he did lose his footing and roll his ankle. But he won't let it stop him doing it for the grand final.
"He has had it strapped up by medics on site to keep it supported until tonight. We're confident he'll be fine to bust out his tap moves live on the show. He doesn't want to let Leah down."
will.i.am...
Pictures show the rapper preparing with Leah McFall for a duet performance of his latest track 'Bang Bang', which features on the Great Gatsby soundtrack.
will.i.am was practising a tap-dancing sequence for inclusion in the routine, when he apparently injured his ankle, requiring medical attention.
A source from the show said: "Will's tapping was yet another revelation from the man of many talents! But because he freestyles it, he did lose his footing and roll his ankle. But he won't let it stop him doing it for the grand final.
"He has had it strapped up by medics on site to keep it supported until tonight. We're confident he'll be fine to bust out his tap moves live on the show. He doesn't want to let Leah down."
will.i.am...
- 6/22/2013
- Digital Spy
Will.i.am says ''golden child'' Leah McFall will give 'The Voice' its first global superstar. The 23-year-old singer is joined by Mike Ward, Andrea Begley and Matt Henry in the final of the TV singing contest tonight (22.06.13) and her mentor has predicted she will have a big future. He told The Sun newspaper: ''There's something new in the universe. Remember like the golden child ... The second coming. ''Out of every single person that I've seen from last year to this year, Leah is the best artist. ''She's quirky, she's unique. There have been great signers but she has the greater shot to have...
- 6/22/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
The Voice UK's coaches have promised to put everything into making this year's winner a chart success.
Last year's victor Leanne Mitchell released her debut album last month, with little promotional support from label Universal. The LP sold just 900 copies and entered at number 134 on the album chart.
As the acts prepare for this evening's live final, the Daily Record reports that mentors Jessie J, Tom Jones, Danny O'Donoghue and will.i.am are planning to throw their weight behind the winner.
Jessie J reportedly intends to manage Matt Henry after the show ends, saying that she has "learned more" about the process through the current series.
She said: "I've learned more. I've made notes so we can say to the label, 'This is what we want to do'. I feel like his manager. I've been a huge part of his journey to this point. I will not back down.
Last year's victor Leanne Mitchell released her debut album last month, with little promotional support from label Universal. The LP sold just 900 copies and entered at number 134 on the album chart.
As the acts prepare for this evening's live final, the Daily Record reports that mentors Jessie J, Tom Jones, Danny O'Donoghue and will.i.am are planning to throw their weight behind the winner.
Jessie J reportedly intends to manage Matt Henry after the show ends, saying that she has "learned more" about the process through the current series.
She said: "I've learned more. I've made notes so we can say to the label, 'This is what we want to do'. I feel like his manager. I've been a huge part of his journey to this point. I will not back down.
- 6/22/2013
- Digital Spy
After months of chair-spinning, warbling and Jessie J gurning, The Voice UK concludes this Saturday (June 22) with a tense grand final and special guest performances from Robbie Williams and Dizzee Rascal and Canadian crooner Michael Buble.
Digital Spy readers have been voting all week for their favourite act from the Top 4 and the results are finally revealed below.
1. Leah McFall - 46.17%
She's been the red-hot favourite since the start of the live shows and nothing has changed in your eyes over the last three weeks. With 'I Will Survive' still going strong in the iTunes chart, it would be one of the biggest ever talent show shocks if anyone else walked away the winner.
2. Mike Ward - 24.37%
The country music heartthrob will be looking to make it two wins out of two for Team Tom and he'll definitely have the mum vote on Saturday night. But does he...
Digital Spy readers have been voting all week for their favourite act from the Top 4 and the results are finally revealed below.
1. Leah McFall - 46.17%
She's been the red-hot favourite since the start of the live shows and nothing has changed in your eyes over the last three weeks. With 'I Will Survive' still going strong in the iTunes chart, it would be one of the biggest ever talent show shocks if anyone else walked away the winner.
2. Mike Ward - 24.37%
The country music heartthrob will be looking to make it two wins out of two for Team Tom and he'll definitely have the mum vote on Saturday night. But does he...
- 6/21/2013
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK host Holly Willoughby has hailed finalist Leah McFall for the "incredible" feat of making the Top 40 before the show has even finished.
McFall grabbed The Voice UK's first Top 10 hit last weekend when her reworking of Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive' from the quarter-final peaked at number eight in the UK singles chart based on viewer downloads alone.
Speaking to Digital Spy while launching her debut children's book School for Stars: First Term at L'Etoile at Harrods yesterday (June 20), Willoughby declared: "To chart mid-way through a series is incredible. I'm not sure that's ever happened [on a talent show] before.
"She is one of those unique artists that comes along and just blows you away. When she sang 'I Will Survive', oh my God! You don't even recognise it as that song."
Willoughby remained coy though on who she wants to win The Voice UK...
McFall grabbed The Voice UK's first Top 10 hit last weekend when her reworking of Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive' from the quarter-final peaked at number eight in the UK singles chart based on viewer downloads alone.
Speaking to Digital Spy while launching her debut children's book School for Stars: First Term at L'Etoile at Harrods yesterday (June 20), Willoughby declared: "To chart mid-way through a series is incredible. I'm not sure that's ever happened [on a talent show] before.
"She is one of those unique artists that comes along and just blows you away. When she sang 'I Will Survive', oh my God! You don't even recognise it as that song."
Willoughby remained coy though on who she wants to win The Voice UK...
- 6/21/2013
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK's Leah McFall is reportedly struggling with the pressure ahead of the show's final.
The 23-year-old singer, who has already scored a top 10 hit with her cover version of Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive', is the bookies' favourite to win the BBC One talent show this Saturday (June 22).
However, according to The Sun, McFall ended up in tears during rehearsals for the show and can't decide on which three tracks to perform on the night.
A source said: "Leah is really feeling the weight of pressure on her shoulders. At one point she wished Cleo Higgins had beaten her into the final.
"It all seems to be getting too much for her and she is really struggling. There have been a few teary moments."
McFall's mentor on the show will.i.am also reportedly flew her out to Cannes on his private jet to give her a break.
The 23-year-old singer, who has already scored a top 10 hit with her cover version of Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive', is the bookies' favourite to win the BBC One talent show this Saturday (June 22).
However, according to The Sun, McFall ended up in tears during rehearsals for the show and can't decide on which three tracks to perform on the night.
A source said: "Leah is really feeling the weight of pressure on her shoulders. At one point she wished Cleo Higgins had beaten her into the final.
"It all seems to be getting too much for her and she is really struggling. There have been a few teary moments."
McFall's mentor on the show will.i.am also reportedly flew her out to Cannes on his private jet to give her a break.
- 6/20/2013
- Digital Spy
The Voice' judge will.i.am is disappointed that Andrea Begley won the show. The singer impressed viewers with her performances during the final of the TV talent show last night (23.06.13) but the Black Eyed Peas star seemed devastated she won over his protege - and bookie's favourite - Leah McFall. He tweeted: ''You should feel the audiences vibration in the room [tonight] after the publics vote...its #unexplainable...so sad...#perplexed. (sic)'' Although will.i.am backtracked slightly, he still hinted Leah - who he recently described as a ''golden child'' - should have walked away at the show's winner. He also wrote: ''Andrea is amazing...#dontGETmeWRONG...but we know who...
- 6/20/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Will.i.am says ''golden child'' Leah McFall will give 'The Voice' its first global superstar. The 23-year-old singer is joined by Mike Ward, Andrea Begley and Matt Henry in the final of the TV singing contest tonight (22.06.13) and her mentor has predicted she will have a big future. He told The Sun newspaper: ''There's something new in the universe. Remember like the golden child ... The second coming. ''Out of every single person that I've seen from last year to this year, Leah is the best artist. ''She's quirky, she's unique. There have been great signers but she has the greater shot to have...
- 6/20/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
1. Leah's 'I Will Survive'
It's an obvious pick, but it's obvious for a reason. Leah McFall's first live show performance took The Voice to the top end of the charts for the first time, overcoming the show's credibility issues with her breathtaking and unique vocals.
2. Mike's audition
Because The Voice UK refuses to show rubbish singers, the Blind Audition twist rarely shocks viewers. If a singer doesn't look conventional or is overweight, we're never surprised when they turn out to have angelic vocals. But Mike Ward was different. It wasn't that we didn't think he'd be able to sing. We just didn't think he'd be able to sing like that. His lush country tones provided the biggest shock of the series.
3. Cleo's exit
If The Voice UK had learned its lessons from series one, Cleo Higgins would still be on the show. Her semi-final performance was thunderous and powerful,...
It's an obvious pick, but it's obvious for a reason. Leah McFall's first live show performance took The Voice to the top end of the charts for the first time, overcoming the show's credibility issues with her breathtaking and unique vocals.
2. Mike's audition
Because The Voice UK refuses to show rubbish singers, the Blind Audition twist rarely shocks viewers. If a singer doesn't look conventional or is overweight, we're never surprised when they turn out to have angelic vocals. But Mike Ward was different. It wasn't that we didn't think he'd be able to sing. We just didn't think he'd be able to sing like that. His lush country tones provided the biggest shock of the series.
3. Cleo's exit
If The Voice UK had learned its lessons from series one, Cleo Higgins would still be on the show. Her semi-final performance was thunderous and powerful,...
- 6/19/2013
- Digital Spy
will.i.am, Jessie J, Sir Tom Jones and Danny O'Donoghue will unite for a performance on this weekend's Voice UK, it has been confirmed.
The official Voice UK account tweeted: "In other news, did we mention that our coaches are performing together on Saturday? They are. And one might describe the song as 'a banger'."
Leah McFall, Matt Henry, Mike Ward and Andrea Begley are the final four contestants on this year's show, competing for the prize of a record contract.
The Voice UK - semi-final in pictures:
McFall is the current bookmakers' favourite after securing the show's biggest ever chart hit with the iTunes release of her cover of 'I Will Survive'.
The Voice UK's final airs on Saturday (June 22) at 7.15pm on BBC One.
Watch a video of the Voice coaches performing together in series one:...
The official Voice UK account tweeted: "In other news, did we mention that our coaches are performing together on Saturday? They are. And one might describe the song as 'a banger'."
Leah McFall, Matt Henry, Mike Ward and Andrea Begley are the final four contestants on this year's show, competing for the prize of a record contract.
The Voice UK - semi-final in pictures:
McFall is the current bookmakers' favourite after securing the show's biggest ever chart hit with the iTunes release of her cover of 'I Will Survive'.
The Voice UK's final airs on Saturday (June 22) at 7.15pm on BBC One.
Watch a video of the Voice coaches performing together in series one:...
- 6/18/2013
- Digital Spy
Jessie J has admitted that she is unsure about her future as a coach on The Voice UK.
The singer explained that she could be forced to quit the show to focus on her own singing career, since it currently takes up a large amount of her time.
"If I can do another series then it would be great but if I can't because of my schedule then so be it," Jessie told the Daily Star Sunday.
"I don't think people realise it takes up a lot of my time. Everything happens for a reason. I don't know what I'll do - at the moment I'm focusing on this series."
Asked if she would turn down an offer to become a judge on The X Factor, she added: "Been there. I would never go on X Factor. I'm not focused on anything to do with it.
"I just want to...
The singer explained that she could be forced to quit the show to focus on her own singing career, since it currently takes up a large amount of her time.
"If I can do another series then it would be great but if I can't because of my schedule then so be it," Jessie told the Daily Star Sunday.
"I don't think people realise it takes up a lot of my time. Everything happens for a reason. I don't know what I'll do - at the moment I'm focusing on this series."
Asked if she would turn down an offer to become a judge on The X Factor, she added: "Been there. I would never go on X Factor. I'm not focused on anything to do with it.
"I just want to...
- 6/16/2013
- Digital Spy
There's conflict, tears, tension and plenty of eye candy in this week's edition of Must-See TV - and that's just the talent shows we're talking about! Read on for a complete rundown of the programmes you need to look out for in the next seven days...
The Borgias: Monday (June 17) at 9pm on Sky Atlantic
We learnt this week that season three of The Borgias will also be its last, so make sure you appreciate every moment you have left in Renaissance-era Rome, where the notorious Pope Alexander (Jeremy Irons) is on his deathbed after being poisoned.
With the Borgia family's dominance hanging in the balance, Rodrigo's loved ones set out to uncover the would-be assassin, while Catherina Sforza plots to finally rub them out and the forward-thinking cardinals start jockeying for position.
Watch a trailer for The Borgias below:
Burn Notice: Monday (June 17) at 9pm on Fox...
The Borgias: Monday (June 17) at 9pm on Sky Atlantic
We learnt this week that season three of The Borgias will also be its last, so make sure you appreciate every moment you have left in Renaissance-era Rome, where the notorious Pope Alexander (Jeremy Irons) is on his deathbed after being poisoned.
With the Borgia family's dominance hanging in the balance, Rodrigo's loved ones set out to uncover the would-be assassin, while Catherina Sforza plots to finally rub them out and the forward-thinking cardinals start jockeying for position.
Watch a trailer for The Borgias below:
Burn Notice: Monday (June 17) at 9pm on Fox...
- 6/16/2013
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK aired its semi-final earlier this evening (June 15), which saw four artists make it to next week's final.
Matt Henry, Leah McFall, Andrea Begley and Mike Ward will go up against one another in a bid to win the show and its recording contract prize.
Each coach performed with their respective teams, with Team Jessie performing Rihanna's 'Stay' and will.i.am breakdancing during a rendition of 'Rapture'.
Danny O'Donoghue praised Mike Ward's ability to put his own spin on popular songs after he performed a country-infused version of Paloma Faith's 'Picking up the Pieces'.
Meanwhile, will.i.am was left "enchanted" by Andrea Begley's performance of 'One of Us'.
Us star Avril Lavigne and Liam Gallagher's Beady Eye took to the stage to perform their latest tracks.
The Voice UK grand final airs next Saturday (June 22) at 7.15pm on BBC One.
Matt Henry, Leah McFall, Andrea Begley and Mike Ward will go up against one another in a bid to win the show and its recording contract prize.
Each coach performed with their respective teams, with Team Jessie performing Rihanna's 'Stay' and will.i.am breakdancing during a rendition of 'Rapture'.
Danny O'Donoghue praised Mike Ward's ability to put his own spin on popular songs after he performed a country-infused version of Paloma Faith's 'Picking up the Pieces'.
Meanwhile, will.i.am was left "enchanted" by Andrea Begley's performance of 'One of Us'.
Us star Avril Lavigne and Liam Gallagher's Beady Eye took to the stage to perform their latest tracks.
The Voice UK grand final airs next Saturday (June 22) at 7.15pm on BBC One.
- 6/15/2013
- Digital Spy
Robbie Williams and Dizzee Rascal will appear on the Voice UK final.
The pair will perform their new track 'Goin' Crazy' together next Saturday (June 22).
It was previously announced that Michael Bublé will perform on the show's final. The Canadian singer will sing two tracks, with one song being made available to watch only on the BBC website.
Matt Henry, Leah McFall, Andrea Begley and Mike Ward won the public vote on tonight's semi-final and will compete against one another to win a recording contract next week.
McFall is widely tipped by bookmakers to win the show, after her rendition of 'I Will Survive' stormed the UK iTunes chart last week. It is expected to chart in the Top 10 on tomorrow evening's (June 16) UK Top 40 rundown.
will.i.am has described his artist as a "freak of nature", adding that he thinks she is better than fellow coach Jessie J.
The pair will perform their new track 'Goin' Crazy' together next Saturday (June 22).
It was previously announced that Michael Bublé will perform on the show's final. The Canadian singer will sing two tracks, with one song being made available to watch only on the BBC website.
Matt Henry, Leah McFall, Andrea Begley and Mike Ward won the public vote on tonight's semi-final and will compete against one another to win a recording contract next week.
McFall is widely tipped by bookmakers to win the show, after her rendition of 'I Will Survive' stormed the UK iTunes chart last week. It is expected to chart in the Top 10 on tomorrow evening's (June 16) UK Top 40 rundown.
will.i.am has described his artist as a "freak of nature", adding that he thinks she is better than fellow coach Jessie J.
- 6/15/2013
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK have announced the four artists that have reached next Saturday's (June 22) final.
Matt Henry, Leah McFall, Andrea Begley and Mike Ward will compete against one another for the chance to win a recording contract.
Henry was praised by coach and mentor Jessie J after his performance of Alicia Keys's 'Girl on Fire', while the judges were "enchanted" by Begley's rendition of 'One of Us'.
McFall - who is set to chart in the singles Top 10 with her cover of Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive' - beat Cleo Higgins to a place in the final and is widely tipped by bookmakers to walk away as winner next weekend.
Country star Mike Ward put his own spin on Paloma Faith's 'Picking up the Pieces' and was praised by Danny O'Donoghue for his originality.
The last Digital Spy poll saw Leah crowned readers'...
Matt Henry, Leah McFall, Andrea Begley and Mike Ward will compete against one another for the chance to win a recording contract.
Henry was praised by coach and mentor Jessie J after his performance of Alicia Keys's 'Girl on Fire', while the judges were "enchanted" by Begley's rendition of 'One of Us'.
McFall - who is set to chart in the singles Top 10 with her cover of Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive' - beat Cleo Higgins to a place in the final and is widely tipped by bookmakers to walk away as winner next weekend.
Country star Mike Ward put his own spin on Paloma Faith's 'Picking up the Pieces' and was praised by Danny O'Donoghue for his originality.
The last Digital Spy poll saw Leah crowned readers'...
- 6/15/2013
- Digital Spy
Matt Henry, Andrea Begley, Leah McFall and Mike Ward have reached the final of The Voice UK.
The four acts will now compete in next Saturday's (June 22) final to be crowned the winner of the 2013 series.
Ash Morgan, Karl Michael, Cleo Higgins and Joseph Apostol were knocked out of the competition at the semi-final stage
Higgins told host Holly Willoughby that she had known she wouldn't progress to the grand final ahead of favourite Leah McFall but thanked viewers for their support.
Her mentor will.i.am told her that he would love to work with her following her departure.
Earlier in the evening, the acts took to the stage with their respective coaches as well as performing individually.
Team Jessie performed a rendition of Rihanna's recent single 'Stay', while Team Danny attempted Passenger's current hit 'Let Her Go'.
will.i.am, Cleo and Leah's performance of Blondie's Rapture featured...
The four acts will now compete in next Saturday's (June 22) final to be crowned the winner of the 2013 series.
Ash Morgan, Karl Michael, Cleo Higgins and Joseph Apostol were knocked out of the competition at the semi-final stage
Higgins told host Holly Willoughby that she had known she wouldn't progress to the grand final ahead of favourite Leah McFall but thanked viewers for their support.
Her mentor will.i.am told her that he would love to work with her following her departure.
Earlier in the evening, the acts took to the stage with their respective coaches as well as performing individually.
Team Jessie performed a rendition of Rihanna's recent single 'Stay', while Team Danny attempted Passenger's current hit 'Let Her Go'.
will.i.am, Cleo and Leah's performance of Blondie's Rapture featured...
- 6/15/2013
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK's will.i.am has said that Leah McFall is a "superstar" unlike anybody he has worked with for a "very long time".
The 'Scream & Shout' singer compared McFall, 23, to his fellow coach Jessie J, Metro reports.
He said: "There's nobody that sings like that girl. Jessie J can't say anything about her.
"She is the best thing I've seen in a long, long time. Seriously. I've never seen anybody like that in a very, very, very, very long time.
"She is amazing. A freakin' freak of nature. She's an amazing singer. She's a superstar. I don't even know why she's on the show because she's so freakin' good. Unique good. She's a freakin' star. She's an identity, she's a logo."
He added that he wants to get in the studio with McFall as soon as possible, whether she wins the show or not.
"I would like to work with her Asap.
The 'Scream & Shout' singer compared McFall, 23, to his fellow coach Jessie J, Metro reports.
He said: "There's nobody that sings like that girl. Jessie J can't say anything about her.
"She is the best thing I've seen in a long, long time. Seriously. I've never seen anybody like that in a very, very, very, very long time.
"She is amazing. A freakin' freak of nature. She's an amazing singer. She's a superstar. I don't even know why she's on the show because she's so freakin' good. Unique good. She's a freakin' star. She's an identity, she's a logo."
He added that he wants to get in the studio with McFall as soon as possible, whether she wins the show or not.
"I would like to work with her Asap.
- 6/15/2013
- Digital Spy
Current Voice UK favourite Leah McFall has revealed to Digital Spy that Nicki Minaj would be her dream duet partner.
The Belfast hopeful, who is the bookies' tip for victory on the BBC One talent show, also confessed to an embarrassing musical crime in her record collection.
"I've probably got a Cheeky Girls record lying about somewhere," she laughed.
"I'm saving that performance for a very special occasion. Everyone's expecting a big song and then I'll come out with *starts singing* 'We are the Cheeky Girls!' Ha, ha."
Speaking about dream duets, she said: "It would be really cool to have a song with will. Who else would I like? I'd tell you who would be cool. I'd love to sing with Nicki Minaj."
McFall described her coach will.i.am as "inspirational" after he took her under his wing at the Blind Auditions.
Watch Leah's Quarter-Final performance on...
The Belfast hopeful, who is the bookies' tip for victory on the BBC One talent show, also confessed to an embarrassing musical crime in her record collection.
"I've probably got a Cheeky Girls record lying about somewhere," she laughed.
"I'm saving that performance for a very special occasion. Everyone's expecting a big song and then I'll come out with *starts singing* 'We are the Cheeky Girls!' Ha, ha."
Speaking about dream duets, she said: "It would be really cool to have a song with will. Who else would I like? I'd tell you who would be cool. I'd love to sing with Nicki Minaj."
McFall described her coach will.i.am as "inspirational" after he took her under his wing at the Blind Auditions.
Watch Leah's Quarter-Final performance on...
- 6/15/2013
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK's Cleo Higgins has said that she would love to record and tour with Cleopatra.
The 31-year-old singer told Digital Spy that she would happily reunite with her sisters and produce "one final album".
"We never got to say goodbye to our fans," she explained. "The Spice Girls said goodbye. S Club said goodbye. Cleopatra just vanished.
"It's a strange situation because the public seemed to love the fact that I was from Cleopatra when I appeared on The Voice.
"It would be nice for the fans to do one album, one tour and add closure to that part of my life."
When asked why she didn't choose the easy option and reform the band for an appearance on The Big Reunion, Higgins said that she felt being in the group "clouded" her ambitions.
"I actually don't see The Big Reunion as the easy option. When I'm...
The 31-year-old singer told Digital Spy that she would happily reunite with her sisters and produce "one final album".
"We never got to say goodbye to our fans," she explained. "The Spice Girls said goodbye. S Club said goodbye. Cleopatra just vanished.
"It's a strange situation because the public seemed to love the fact that I was from Cleopatra when I appeared on The Voice.
"It would be nice for the fans to do one album, one tour and add closure to that part of my life."
When asked why she didn't choose the easy option and reform the band for an appearance on The Big Reunion, Higgins said that she felt being in the group "clouded" her ambitions.
"I actually don't see The Big Reunion as the easy option. When I'm...
- 6/14/2013
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK favourite Leah McFall has told Digital Spy that rumours about her dating co-star Karl Michael are totally not true.
The duo were romantically linked in a recent showbiz magazine story, but the Belfast singer insisted that she is just good mates with Michael.
"No, it's not true. Me and Karl are great friends, but that's all," she told Digital Spy.
"We had a great laugh though because that's my first romance rumour. I don't think your career has properly started unless there's a rumour about you going out with someone else."
She also defended her Team Will co-star Cleo Higgins, who was branded "a diva" by the tabloids today (June 14).
McFall said: "I really don't know where that's come from. Cleo is so lovely and she's quite motherly.
"She's strong-minded yes, but you need to be in this industry. And everyone gets on really well with her,...
The duo were romantically linked in a recent showbiz magazine story, but the Belfast singer insisted that she is just good mates with Michael.
"No, it's not true. Me and Karl are great friends, but that's all," she told Digital Spy.
"We had a great laugh though because that's my first romance rumour. I don't think your career has properly started unless there's a rumour about you going out with someone else."
She also defended her Team Will co-star Cleo Higgins, who was branded "a diva" by the tabloids today (June 14).
McFall said: "I really don't know where that's come from. Cleo is so lovely and she's quite motherly.
"She's strong-minded yes, but you need to be in this industry. And everyone gets on really well with her,...
- 6/14/2013
- Digital Spy
Leah McFall is the favourite to win The Voice UK.
There are eight finalists left in the BBC singing contest all hoping to be crowned the winner, after four people were sent home last week.
Ladbrokes has revealed that that it has had to cut the odds for Leah McFall winning from 4/11 to 1/3, after the 23-year-old received lots of support all week, including a £10,000 bet.
Ash Morgan is second favourite with 6/1 and is followed jointly by Andrea Begley and Mike Ward at odds of 12/1 each.
Karl Michael is at 14/1, while Joseph Apostol and Matt Henry have odds of 20/1.
Currently the outsider, with odds of 66/1, is Cleo Higgins.
McFall was voted most likely to win by Digital Spy's readers, with 47% of the vote.
The singer is also set to claim The Voice UK's first Top 10 hit with her rendition of 'I Will Survive'.
The Voice UK continues tomorrow...
There are eight finalists left in the BBC singing contest all hoping to be crowned the winner, after four people were sent home last week.
Ladbrokes has revealed that that it has had to cut the odds for Leah McFall winning from 4/11 to 1/3, after the 23-year-old received lots of support all week, including a £10,000 bet.
Ash Morgan is second favourite with 6/1 and is followed jointly by Andrea Begley and Mike Ward at odds of 12/1 each.
Karl Michael is at 14/1, while Joseph Apostol and Matt Henry have odds of 20/1.
Currently the outsider, with odds of 66/1, is Cleo Higgins.
McFall was voted most likely to win by Digital Spy's readers, with 47% of the vote.
The singer is also set to claim The Voice UK's first Top 10 hit with her rendition of 'I Will Survive'.
The Voice UK continues tomorrow...
- 6/14/2013
- Digital Spy
Leah McFall is the favourite to win The Voice UK.
There are eight finalists left in the BBC singing contest all hoping to be crowned the winner, after four people were sent home last week.
Ladbrokes has revealed that that it has had to cut the odds for Leah McFall winning from 4/11 to 1/3, after the 23-year-old received lots of support all week, including a £10,000 bet.
Ash Morgan is second favourite with 6/1 and is followed jointly by Andrea Begley and Mike Ward at odds of 12/1 each.
Karl Michael is at 14/1, while Joseph Apostol and Matt Henry have odds of 20/1.
Currently the outsider, with odds of 66/1, is Cleo Higgins.
McFall was voted most likely to win by Digital Spy's readers, with 47% of the vote.
The singer is also set to claim The Voice UK's first Top 10 hit with her rendition of 'I Will Survive'.
The Voice UK continues tomorrow...
There are eight finalists left in the BBC singing contest all hoping to be crowned the winner, after four people were sent home last week.
Ladbrokes has revealed that that it has had to cut the odds for Leah McFall winning from 4/11 to 1/3, after the 23-year-old received lots of support all week, including a £10,000 bet.
Ash Morgan is second favourite with 6/1 and is followed jointly by Andrea Begley and Mike Ward at odds of 12/1 each.
Karl Michael is at 14/1, while Joseph Apostol and Matt Henry have odds of 20/1.
Currently the outsider, with odds of 66/1, is Cleo Higgins.
McFall was voted most likely to win by Digital Spy's readers, with 47% of the vote.
The singer is also set to claim The Voice UK's first Top 10 hit with her rendition of 'I Will Survive'.
The Voice UK continues tomorrow...
- 6/14/2013
- Digital Spy
Last week, The Voice UK's series one winner stumbled to a chart position outside the top 100. Meanwhile, the show, for a second year in a row, took a big tumble in the ratings after yet more jigging around in the schedules from the BBC. Despite a third series already being recommissioned, things were looking bleak.
But this week, there was a glimmer of hope for The Voice UK. A Belfast girl called Leah McFall is one of the final eight contestants on this year's show. And whisper it quietly, but she could possibly, maybe, be a star in the making.
She looks likely to achieve the show's first ever Top 10 single with her cover of 'I Will Survive' this weekend, pop production powerhouse will.i.am is in love with her and she oozes cool. So could she save the reality show's bacon?
Digital Spy's pop and...
But this week, there was a glimmer of hope for The Voice UK. A Belfast girl called Leah McFall is one of the final eight contestants on this year's show. And whisper it quietly, but she could possibly, maybe, be a star in the making.
She looks likely to achieve the show's first ever Top 10 single with her cover of 'I Will Survive' this weekend, pop production powerhouse will.i.am is in love with her and she oozes cool. So could she save the reality show's bacon?
Digital Spy's pop and...
- 6/14/2013
- Digital Spy
'The Voice' favourite Cleo Higgins has been eliminated as Leah McFall leads the way into the final. Hopefuls Matt Henry, Andrea Begley and Mike Ward are also through, while Ash Morgan, Karl Michael and Joseph Aspostol left competition last night (16.06.13). Both the TV talent show's judges and hopefuls were shocked to see the former Cleopatra singer leave and while Leah, 23, admitted she was ''surprised'' by the news she still thanked the fans. She said: ''I'm so surprised. She was incredible, she killed it man. Thank you so much.'' The pair were both other the guidance of coach will.i.am, who collaborated with them...
- 6/13/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Four Voice UK contestants were sent packing on Friday night and only eight remain in the hunt for the prize of being crowned Britain's best singer.
Digital Spy's readers have been voting for their favourite contestants and the results are in. Keep reading to find out the latest Voice rankings from 1 to 8.
1. Leah McFall - 47.60%
She was the hot favourite before show one and remains so after her breathtaking version of 'I Will Survive' blew everyone away on Friday night.
2. Mike Ward - 11.29%
The country music heartthrob actually delivered one of his weakest vocal performances of the series, but he still remains popular with our readers.
3. Cleo Higgins - 8.55%
She may have too much attitude for some, but the 'Comin' Atcha' popstar is still picking up your votes. Can she make it all the way to the final?
4. Andrea Begley - 7.98%
Sympathy vote or serious contender? Whatever your verdict on Andrea,...
Digital Spy's readers have been voting for their favourite contestants and the results are in. Keep reading to find out the latest Voice rankings from 1 to 8.
1. Leah McFall - 47.60%
She was the hot favourite before show one and remains so after her breathtaking version of 'I Will Survive' blew everyone away on Friday night.
2. Mike Ward - 11.29%
The country music heartthrob actually delivered one of his weakest vocal performances of the series, but he still remains popular with our readers.
3. Cleo Higgins - 8.55%
She may have too much attitude for some, but the 'Comin' Atcha' popstar is still picking up your votes. Can she make it all the way to the final?
4. Andrea Begley - 7.98%
Sympathy vote or serious contender? Whatever your verdict on Andrea,...
- 6/10/2013
- Digital Spy
The Voice UK aired its first Live Show of the season this evening (June 7), exposing the contestants to the public vote.
Sarah Cassidy, Alys Williams, Mitchel Emms and Leanne Jarvis were the four to depart, with the remaining eight going through to battle it out in next week's semi-final.
There were some immense performances in tonight's show, with Jessie J describing Ash Morgan's as "the best vocal performance we've ever seen on The Voice".
Leah McFall also wowed with her rendition of 'I Will Survive', prompting will.i.am to insist that the UK had just heard "the best singer in a freaking long time".
Leah and Ash went through on Fast Passes from their coaches, while Tom Jones sent through Joseph Apostol and Andrea Begley continued via Danny O'Donoghue's pass.
The Voice UK continues on Saturday, June 15 at 7pm with its semi-final live show.
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Sarah Cassidy, Alys Williams, Mitchel Emms and Leanne Jarvis were the four to depart, with the remaining eight going through to battle it out in next week's semi-final.
There were some immense performances in tonight's show, with Jessie J describing Ash Morgan's as "the best vocal performance we've ever seen on The Voice".
Leah McFall also wowed with her rendition of 'I Will Survive', prompting will.i.am to insist that the UK had just heard "the best singer in a freaking long time".
Leah and Ash went through on Fast Passes from their coaches, while Tom Jones sent through Joseph Apostol and Andrea Begley continued via Danny O'Donoghue's pass.
The Voice UK continues on Saturday, June 15 at 7pm with its semi-final live show.
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- 6/7/2013
- Digital Spy
Sarah Cassidy, Alys Williams, Mitchel Emms and Leanne Jarvis have departed from The Voice UK, leaving the remaining eight contestants to progress to the semi-final.
Sarah - who had sung 'Love Sensation' by Loleatta Holloway - lost out in the public vote to Matt Henry, with Jessie J having put Ash Morgan through earlier with her Fast Pass.
Tom Jones sent through Joseph Apostol, leaving Alys to fight it out against Mike Ward.
On learning that she was leaving, she told her coach that it had been "such a pleasure working with him", with Jones saying that she had the "warmest, sexiest tone" on the show.
Mitchel, despite his performance of "tremendous... energy", lost out to Karl Michael, with Andrea Begley having gone through previously via Danny O'Donoghue's pass. The coach insisted of the departing contestant that a record company would "snap him up".
Finally, Team Will saw Leah McFall...
Sarah - who had sung 'Love Sensation' by Loleatta Holloway - lost out in the public vote to Matt Henry, with Jessie J having put Ash Morgan through earlier with her Fast Pass.
Tom Jones sent through Joseph Apostol, leaving Alys to fight it out against Mike Ward.
On learning that she was leaving, she told her coach that it had been "such a pleasure working with him", with Jones saying that she had the "warmest, sexiest tone" on the show.
Mitchel, despite his performance of "tremendous... energy", lost out to Karl Michael, with Andrea Begley having gone through previously via Danny O'Donoghue's pass. The coach insisted of the departing contestant that a record company would "snap him up".
Finally, Team Will saw Leah McFall...
- 6/7/2013
- Digital Spy
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