Niall Horan gets chosen the most and fans say Allie Keck can win it all
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Although this is Niall Horan's first year as a coach on The Voice he is making an impact.
In tonight's episode, Niall beat out the other judges by securing three contestants to join his team compared to only two for the others.
Horan was able to convince singer Ryley Tate Wilson to join his team after claiming his performance as "the best audition we've ever seen."
Niall beat out veteran judge Kelly Clarkson when Jerome Godwin III chose him over her and he secured the final performer of the night, Laura Littleton who sang "Sign of the times," by Harry Styles who was Horan's bandmate.
Meanwhile, fans are going wild for Allie Heck's performance tonight and believe she has what it takes to "go all the way."
Fans raved about the former real estate agent claiming "love how hard she rocked out, and I could potentially see her go all of the way to the finale!"
Another fan wrote: "Allie Keck hit the lights and that high note and had my heart racing like a thoroughbred. Excellent attack! Lot of sweet honey in her vocal and she knows how to rough it up. Well done!"
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- Meet the coaches – Kelly Clarkson
Kelly Clarkson rose to fame in 2002 after winning the first season of American Idol at the early age of 20.
She was born in Fort Worth, Texas, on April 24, 1982, and is an icon in the music industry.
Kelly is well-known for top hits such as Since U Been Gone, Behind These Hazel Eyes, and Stronger.
She has over 13million monthly listeners on Spotify and is rated number 369th in the world by the music streaming service.
In addition to her singing career and resume on The Voice, Kelly also is a daytime talk show host and was the first woman to ever host the NFL Honors.
- Breaking down the judges panel, concluded
Gwen Stefani came back to The Voice in season 19, replacing Nick Jonas.
The two switched places once again in season 20.
Ariana Grande made her coaching debut in season 21, joining veteran judges Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, and Blake Shelton.
She was replaced by Camila Cabello in season 22 and Gwen subbed in for Kelly.
This season, newbies Niall Horan and Chance the Rapper are joining the panel alongside Kelly and Blake.
Blake has announced after 23 seasons he will be leaving the show.
- Breaking down the judges panel, part three
Jennifer Hudson and Kelly Clarkson were featured on the judges' panel with veterans Adam Levine and Blake Shelton in season 15.
Kelsea Ballerini also made her debut in season 15 mentoring contestants who failed to turn any chairs.
John Legend joined the team in season 16, replacing Jennifer.
After 16 seasons, Adam left The Voice, leaving Blake as the only original coach left on the panel.
Gwen Stefani and Kelly Clarkson came back in season 17, joining John and Blake on the coaching staff.
Nick Jonas made his coaching debut in season 18 joining Kelly, John, and Blake.
- Breaking down the judges panel, continued
Adam Levine and Blake Shelton were constants on The Voice's judging panel.
In season nine, Gwen Stefani and Pharrell returned as coaches after brief hiatuses.
Christina replaced Gwen once again in season ten.
Alicia Keys and Miley Cyrus made their debuts as coaches in season 11, joining veterans Adam and Blake.
Gwen then subbed in for Miley in season 12.
Miley came back in season 13 and Jennifer Hudson replaced Alicia.
Alicia subbed back in for season 14 and Kelly Clarkson made her debut alongside veterans Adam and Blake.
- Breaking down the judges panel
There have been many superstars who graced The Voice's judging panel
The show premiered in 2011 with coaches Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, Christina Aguilera, and CeeLe Green.
The original foursome stayed on the show until season four when Usher and Shakira replaced CeeLo and Christina.
Christina and CeeLo made their return in season five before switching back to Usher and Shakira in season six.
Gwen Stefani and Pharrell made their coaching debuts in season seven, joining Adam and Blake.
Christina made a comeback once again, replacing Gwen in season eight.
- Inside the contacts of The Voice winners
For contestants, the cash prize reportedly has strings attached to it.
In 2014, the New York Daily News reported that if a contestant violates the contract they signed with the network, they will not walk away with the prize.
Any contestant who reveals the details of the show's contract can be sued for between $100,000 to $1million.
According to the outlet, contestants are paid a small stipend to cover expenses during the show's filming, but they give up some basic legal protections in agreeing to take their shot at stardom.
The contract stipulates that the show can change the rules at any time, eliminate contestants even if they are winning via public votes, and completely ignore the show's voting system altogether, including the sales of the contestant's songs.
- Alisan Porter on the record deal
Previous winners of The Voice have gone on the record and complained that though they won a record deal, they did not win the support of the label.
Alisan Porter from season 10 told the New York Post: "I knew I wasn't gonna be the next Ariana Grande, but when you're with a label who has Ariana Grande or people like that, that's sort of their motivation."
Winner Sawyer Fredericks also told the Post: "I feel like they're trying to cookie-cutter every person that comes out of The Voice 'cause they think they're all the same.
"I don't think they put the time into figuring out what kind of artist I was."
Former coach Adam Levine echoed these claims on Howard Stern: "We do so much great s**t for these singers, and then they go to a record label ... that f***k it up."
- Why Gwen Stefani left
After Carter Rubin took home the win for Stefani's team in season 19, she took a small break from the hit competition show.
She was later replaced by Nick Jonas, who made his coaching debut in season 18.
Despite confirming the departure at the time, Stefani didn’t give a specific reason, but it is not uncommon for coaches to take a break.
After season 19 of The Voice ended, she released her first solo single in years, titled Let Me Reintroduce Myself.
Season 20 was reportedly filming at the same time as season 19 was wrapping up, so it’s possible Stefani was too busy working on new music to take on that type of commitment.
Stefani later returned to her seat during season 22 alongside Shelton, Legend, and newcomer Camila Cabello, who replaced Clarkson.
- Laura Littleton chooses...
Laura chooses team Niall Horan!!!
After she chooses him she rushes down to him and gives him a big hug.
They are dancing together karate kicking the air with joy!!
- Judges give opinions
Kelly says she should've blocked Niall instead of Blake but couldn't tell what type of singer Laura was.
Blake says he's passing the baton to Niall and that he is gonna be the king of the voice now.
Kelly tells Laura to remember she used her only block to attempt to recruit her for her team.
Niall says the song choice is right and her voice is super unique and says he would love to have her on his team.
- Laura Littleton's performance
Laura is singing Sign of the times by Harry Styles.
Blake attempted to turn around but Kelly blocked him!!
Niall also turned around for Laura's performance.
- Meet Laura Littleton
Laura is from a small town and says her dad used to play music while she was growing up so she's always been around music.
She says the first time she got on stage was a sophomore in high school and performed with her dad's band sometimes.
Littleton was depressed after her friends moved away when she graduated high school.
Laura says music was a friend when she needed one.
She is singing Sign of the times by Harry Styles.
- So close yet so far
Kelly Clarkson was about to hit her buzzer but ended up not deciding to turn around.
Niall apologizes and thanks her for coming.
Chance says he sees a bright future ahead of her.
Kelly says next time she should pick a song that shows her lows and highs.
- Meet Sophia Hoffman
Sophia Hoffman is 18 and says growing up school was hard and it was hard for her to make friends.
She says she can't do math problems but sure as hell can sing.
She is singing "Amor Eterno."
- EJ Michels chooses...
EJ chooses team Blake Shelton!!!
Chance the Rapper misses out on the potential superstar!
- Judges share opinion
Chance thinks they can do great stuff together and he says he can't wait to be EJ's coach.
Blake says Michels voice is so raw and original and said his performance had him on edge.
He says we know Chance the Rapper is a great artist but we know nothing about Chance the coach.
Kelly says she didn't expect EJ to look the way he did but that's the beauty of this show.
- EJ shares his story
Michels says he formed a band with his brother and performed in front of 1,000 people.
His mental health took a toll but he said he got the courage and came out noting it took a lot of vulnerability because he lives in a conservative area.
- EJ Michels performs
EJ Michels is performing Easy on Me and Chance immediately approves and hits his buzzer and turns around!
Blake Shelton also decides he enjoys the performance and hits his buzzer!
- Fans thrilled with Jerome's decision
Fans are excited Jerome chose team Niall Horan tonight with one saying "YES JEROME PICKING TEAM NIALL AS HE SHOULD"
Another commented: "I kept my fingers crossed that Jerome would pick you as his coach! So happy he did!"
"I’m so happy he picked Niall," a third fan wrote.
- Jerome chooses...
Jerome chooses team Niall!!!
Kelly misses out on another potential superstar in the making.
Clarkson says Niall is a threat.
- Judges comment
Chance says Jerome's voice is amazing and that he powered through the performance and welcomes him to the show.
Kelly says she could hear how excited he was before she even turned around and that he has a great smile.
Niall says his voice is incredible and says it would be great to add his smile to team Niall Horan.
Blake congratulates Jerome.
- Jerome's performance
Jerome is singing "pov."
Niall and Kelly Clarkson both hit their buzzer and turn around as his family embrace each other!
- Meet Jerome Godwin III
He is working part-time at a dental clinic and says he started singing at the children's choir in his daycare at age 2.
He sings at his local church and he says The Voice will help him decide what path to take next.
- Manasseh Samone's performance
Manessah Samone is singing "Rise Up."
Chance the Rapper hits his buzzer and turns around for Samone!!
No one else turns around for her so it looks like she will be joining team Chance the Rapper!!!
- Former contestant returns
Manasseh Samone has returned to the stage after singing in last year's season.
No judges turned around for her last time but she hopes her luck changes this time.