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Nicole Scherzinger

**Nicole Scherzinger** (/ˈʃɜːrzɪŋər/; born **Nicole Prascovia Elikolani Valiente**, June 29, 1978) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, and television personality. She is best known as the lead singer of The Pussycat Dolls

## Biography

Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, Scherzinger began acting at the age of 14 and studied musical theatre at Wright State University. Aspiring to pursue a career in music, Scherzinger dropped out of college and toured with the American rock band Days of the New before finding modest success with Eden's Crush, a girl group created through The WB's *Popstars*. After taking on some minor acting roles, Scherzinger became the lead singer of the Pussycat Dolls. The prominence of her role in the group was a point of contention within it and eventually contributed to its dissolution in 2009. Scherzinger has carved out a successful career outside the group. She shelved her first attempt with her debut album, *Her Name is Nicole*, but went on to release two studio albums (*Killer Love* in 2011 and *Big Fat Lie* in 2014) that were moderately successful. (*Killer Love* includes the hit singles "Poison", "Right There", and "Don't Hold Your Breath".)

During her career to date, Scherzinger has sold over 16 million records as a solo artist and has received nominations for a Grammy and a Laurence Olivier Award. Her other ventures include clothing lines and a fragrance, as well as serving as an ambassador for the Special Olympics and as a supporter of UNICEF UK.

## Advising

Nicole Scherzinger was a Battle advisor for team Julia Michaels on fantasy voice Season 48.
Paxton Ingram

Paxton Ingram was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 3, he reached the Live Playoffs on team Julia Michaels

## Biography

Paxton is a singer and dancer from Florida, he was born March 22nd 1996.

## Blinds S3

For his blind audition he sang "Dancing on My Own" by Robynbut he performed the version by Calum Scott, he turned the chairs of Julia Michaels, Adam Levine, & Sia. Paxton picked Julia as his coach and joined her team.

## Battles S3

For his battle he was paired with Enid Ortiz together they sang "I Know What You Did Last Summer" by Camila Cabello & Shawn Mendes, Julia picked Paxton as the winner and he advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S3

In the knockouts he was paired against Christina Grimmie, Paxton sang "Hometown Glory" by Adele. Julia pick Christina as the winner but then used her save on Paxton and both advanced to the Live Playoffs.

## Live Playoffs S3

For his playoffs performance he sang "How Deep is Your Love" by Bee Gees. Julia did not pick him to advance to the top 12 and he was sent home.
Nick Jonas

**Nicholas Jerry Jonas** (born September 16, 1992) is an American singer, songwriter and actor.

## Biography

Jonas began acting on Broadway at the age of seven, and released his debut single in 2002; this caught the attention of Columbia Records, where Jonas formed a band with his older brothers, Kevin and Joe, known as The Jonas Brothers. The group released their debut studio album, *It's About Time,* through the Columbia label in 2006. After leaving Columbia Records and signing with Hollywood Records, the group released their self-titled second studio album in 2007, which became their breakthrough record. The band became prominent figures on the Disney Channel during this time, gaining a large following through the network, and appeared in the widely successful musical television film *Camp Rock* (2008) and its sequel *Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam* (2010), as well as two of their own series, *Jonas Brothers: Living the Dream* (2008–2010) and *Jonas* (2009–2010).

The band's third studio album, *A Little Bit Longer* (2008), saw continued commercial success for the group; the album's lead single "Burnin' Up" hit the top five on the *Billboard* Hot 100 chart. Following the release of their fourth studio album, *Lines, Vines and Trying Times* (2009), the Jonas Brothers confirmed a hiatus. Jonas formed a new band known as Nick Jonas & the Administration, who released the album *Who I Am* in 2010. Afterward, Jonas shifted his focus to acting and had a recurring role on the television series *Smash* and some Broadway shows roles.

After the group's official disbandment in 2013, Jonas began work on his second solo studio album, signing with Island Records and releasing *Nick Jonas* through the label in 2014, which saw the commercial success of the single "Jealous". Jonas later co-founded Safehouse Records, a record label in conjunction with the Island and Hollywood labels. His third studio album *Last Year Was Complicated* (2016) peaked at number two on the *Billboard* 200 chart in the United States. Following the release, Jonas won the Songwriters Hall of Fame's Hal David Starlight Award in 2016. In 2017, Jonas appeared in the adventure comedy film *Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle*, which became the fifth highest-grossing film of the year. The Jonas Brothers reformed in early 2019, and released the album *Happiness Begins* in June of that year. Jonas' third solo studio album, *Spaceman*, was released on March 12, 2021.

## Coaching

Nick Jonas is a fantasy coach who appeared in Season 40

He is portrayed by William

## Mega Mentoring

Nick Jonas (alongside The Jonas Brothers} was a Mega Mentor for all teams during the knockouts of Season 27.
Jermaine Paul

Jermaine Paul was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 6, he reached the Battles on team Julia Michaels.

## Biography

Jeremiah Jermaine Paul was born on July 26, 1979, in Harriman, New York, and was raised in Spring Valley, New York, the fifth of 10 children. His father encouraged his involvement in music by "turning their living room into a musical performance area". "It was loaded with instruments—piano, drums and guitars—and some of the kids, including Jermaine, formed a group to perform gospel songs in local churches." By the time he was 12 years old, he began to acquire a reputation for singing at local churches and talent shows with his family. Jermaine joined numerous adult choirs.

## Blinds S6

For his blind audition he sang "Complicated" by Avril Lavigne, He only turned the chair of Julia Michaels and defaulted to her team.

## Battles S6

For his battle he was paired with Leo Abisaab together they sang "Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)" by Phil Collins. Julia picked Leo as the winner and he advanced while Jermaine was sent home.
Kameron Marlowe

Kameron Marlowe was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 2, He reached the semifinals on team Brendon Urie

## Biography

*Marlowe was born and raised in Kannapolis, North Carolina. He has a younger brother, Aidan. As a child, Kameron became interested in music through his grandfather, who listened to country radio when they went hunting and fishing together. He started singing in church when he was 10 years old and later became a worship leader. Marlowe attended A.L. Brown High School, where he joined a band and performed around town before graduating in 2015.*

*In 2017, Marlowe's mother was diagnosed with a degenerative disc injury in her back and had to quit her job. To help support her, Marlowe dropped out of college and began working as an auto parts salesman for General Motors while playing gigs locally*

## Blinds S2

For his blind audition he sang "One Number Away" by Luke Combs, He turned all four chairs, and picked Brendon Urie as his coach.

## Battles S2

For his battle he was paired with Dennis Drummond together they sang "I Shot The Sheriff" by Bob Marley and the Wailers. Brendon picked Kameron as the winner and he advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S2

In the knockouts he was paired against Michael Lee. Kameron sang "Ring Of Fire" by Johnny Cash. Brendon picked Kameron and he advanced to the live playoffs.

## Live Playoffs S2

For his playoffs performance he sang "Hurt Somebody" by Julia Michaels and Noah Kahan. It was enough for Brendon to send him to the top 12.

## Top 12 S2

In the top 12 he sang "Cinderella" by Steven Curtis Chapman. The Public did not vote for him to advance right away and therefore he was sent to the instant save. In the save he sang "Come Over" by Kenny Chesney, with this the public voted him into the top 11, and Amanda Brown was eliminated.

## Top 11 S2

In the top 11 he sang "Stars" by Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. The Public liked him and voted him into the top 10.

## Top 10 S2

In the top 10 he sang "Bless The Broken Road" by Rascal Flatts. The Public liked his performance and voted him into the semifinals.

## Semifinals S2

In the semifinals he sang "Blame It on Me" by George Ezra. James did not receive enough votes to advance and was eliminated without getting a chance to sing in the save.
Lionel Richie

**Lionel Brockman Richie Jr.** (born June 20, 1949) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and television personality.

## Biography

He rose to fame in the 1970s as a songwriter and the co-lead singer of the Motown group Commodores; writing and recording the hit singles "Easy", "Sail On", "Three Times a Lady" and "Still", with the group before his departure. In 1980, he wrote and produced the US *Billboard* Hot 100 number one single "Lady" for Kenny Rogers.

In 1981, Richie wrote and produced the single "Endless Love", which he recorded as a duet with Diana Ross; it remains among the top 20 bestselling singles of all time, and the biggest career hit for both artists. In 1982, he officially launched his solo career with the album *Lionel Richie*, which sold over four million copies and spawned the singles "You Are", "My Love", and the number one single "Truly".

Richie's second album, *Can't Slow Down* (1983), reached number one on the US *Billboard* 200 chart and sold over 20 million copies worldwide, becoming one of the best-selling albums of all time; and spawned the number one singles "All Night Long (All Night)" and "Hello". He then co-wrote the 1985 charity single "We Are the World" with Michael Jackson, which sold over 20 million copies. His third album, *Dancing on the Ceiling* (1986), spawned the number one single "Say You, Say Me" (from the 1985 film *White Nights*) and the No. 2 hit title track. From 1986 to 1996, Richie took a break from recording; he has since then released seven studio albums.

During his solo career, Richie became one of the most successful balladeers of the 1980s, and has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the world's best-selling artists of all time. He has won four Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year for "We Are the World", and Album of the Year for *Can't Slow Down*. "Endless Love" was nominated for an Academy Award; while "Say You, Say Me" won both the Academy Award and the Golden Globe award for Best Original Song. In 2016, Richie received the Songwriters Hall of Fame's highest honor, the Johnny Mercer Award. In 2022, he received the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song by the Library of Congress; as well as the American Music Awards Icon Award. He was also inducted into Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022.

## Advising

Lionel Richie was a Battle advisor for team Brendon Urie on fantasy voice Season 3.

Lionel came back in Season 10 as a Battle Advisor for team Pharrell Williams.

## Mega Mentoring

Lionel Richie was the Mega Mentor for all teams during the knockouts of Season 38.
Sarah Tucker

Sarah Tucker was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 6, she reached the Battles on team Lea Michele.

## Blinds S6

For her blind audition she sang "In My Blood" by Shawn Mendes, She turned the chairs of Pharrell Williams & Lea Michele. Sarah picked Lea and joined her team.

## Battles S6

For her battle she was paired with Madi Krstevski together they sang "Shout Out To My Ex" by Little Mix. Lea picked Madi as the winner and she advanced to the knockouts, and Sarah was sent home.
Jewel

**Jewel Kilcher** (born May 23, 1974) is an American singer-songwriter, actress, and author.

## Biography

She has received four Grammy Award nominations and, as of 2021, has sold over 30 million albums worldwide.

Jewel was raised near Homer, Alaska, where she grew up singing and yodeling as a duo with her father, Atz Kilcher, a local musician. At age fifteen, she received a partial scholarship at the Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan, where she studied operatic voice. After graduating, she began writing and performing at clubs and coffeehouses in San Diego, California. Based on local media attention, she was offered a recording contract with Atlantic Records, which released her debut album, *Pieces of You*, in 1995; it went on to become one of the best-selling debut albums of all time, going 12-times platinum. The debut single from the album, "Who Will Save Your Soul", peaked at number 11 on the *Billboard* Hot 100; two others, "You Were Meant for Me" and "Foolish Games", reached number two on the Hot 100, and were listed on *Billboard*'s 1997 year-end singles chart, as well as *Billboard*'s 1998 year-end singles chart.

Her subsequent album, *Spirit*, was released in 1998, followed by *This Way* (2001). In 2003, she released *0304*, which marked a departure from her previous folk-oriented records, featuring electronic arrangements and elements of dance-pop. In 2008, she released *Perfectly Clear*, her first country album; it debuted atop *Billboard*'s Top Country Albums chart and featured three singles, "Stronger Woman", "I Do", and "'Til It Feels Like Cheating". Jewel released her first independent album, *Lullaby*, in 2009.

Jewel has also had endeavors in writing and acting; in 1998 she released a collection of poetry, and the following year appeared in a supporting role in Ang Lee's Western film *Ride with the Devil* (1999) which earned her critical acclaim. On December 15, 2021, Jewel won the sixth season of *The Masked Singer* as the Queen of Hearts.

## Advising

Jewel was a Battle advisor for team Brendon Urie on fantasy voice Season 6.
Roxette

**Roxette** were a Swedish pop rock duo, consisting of Marie Fredriksson (vocals) and Per Gessle (vocals and guitar). Formed in 1986, the duo became an international act in the late 1980s, when they released their breakthrough second album *Look Sharp!* Their third album *Joyride,* released in 1991, became as successful as its predecessor.

## **Biography**

Roxette went on to achieve nineteen UK Top 40 hits, and several US Hot 100 hits, including four US number-ones with "The Look", "Listen to Your Heart", "It Must Have Been Love", featured on the soundtrack of *Pretty Woman*, and "Joyride". Their other hits include "Dressed for Success", "Dangerous", and "Fading Like a Flower".

Before coming together to form the duo, Fredriksson and Gessle were already established artists in Sweden. Fredriksson had released a number of solo albums and Gessle was the lead singer and songwriter of Gyllene Tider, a band which had three No. 1 albums. Acting on the advice of the managing director of their record label, the two joined to record "Neverending Love", which became a hit single in Sweden.

After the release of *Don't Bore Us, Get to the Chorus!,* a greatest hits record, the duo took a hiatus before returning with the albums *Have a Nice Day* (1999) and *Room Service* (2001). They continued to chart in other territories, mainly in Europe, Australia and Latin America, where they earned various Gold and Platinum awards until the beginning of the new millennium. In 2002, the duo took a break from recording and touring when Fredriksson was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Gessle went on to release solo albums and reunited with Gyllene Tider before Roxette took to the stage together again for the first time in eight years, in 2009, during Gessle's European *Party Crasher* tour. In 2011, they released *Charm School*, their first studio album in ten years, which was followed by *Travelling* in 2012. Their final studio album, *Good Karma*, was released in 2016. Marie Fredriksson died on 9 December 2019, at the age of 61, following a long battle with a brain tumour.

Their songs "It Must Have Been Love" and "Listen to Your Heart" continue to receive wide radio airplay, with both singles receiving awards from BMI in 2014 for achieving five million radio plays. They have sold an estimated 80 million records worldwide, with over 10 million in certified units from Germany, the US and the UK, achieving gold and platinum certifications for *Joyride* and *Look Sharp!* in all three regions. They are Sweden's second-best-selling music act after ABBA.
Season 15

*Fantasy Voice Season 15* is the 15th season of the fan-fiction show, 48 acts on 4 teams fight to win 1 million dollars.

Coach Julia Michaels (Caleb] returned for her 13th season however Selena Gomez, Lady Gaga and Blake Shelton all did not return which left room for the return of Brendon Urie (Aaron), Billie Eillish (Laura), Demi Lovato (Thomas G) and Usher (Abby) for their 11th, second, third and second seasons respectively. Brendon and Billie were a double chair and shared one team. Before the blinds began the coaches sang a cover of "Cheap Thrills" by Sia.

All Star MacKenzie Bourg of team Julia was crowned the winner, and All Star Kimberly Nichole of Team Usher was named the runner-up.

This marked Julia's sixth win as a coach.

## Trivia

* This marked Julia's sixth win as a coach
Leo Abisaab

Leo Abisaab was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 6, he reached the Live Playoffs on team Julia Michaels.

## Biography

Leo Abisaab is a 14 year old singer from Australia.

## Blinds S6

For his blind audition he sang "Chain of Fools" by Aretha Franklin, he turned only the chair of Julia Michaels and defaulted to her team. Although at the time of his audition both Pharrell Williams and Lea Michele had full teams and could not turn.

## Battles S6

For his battle he was paired with Jermaine Paul together they sang "Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)" by Phil Collins. Julia picked Leo and he advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S6

In the knockouts he was paired against Jeffery Austin, Leo decided to sing "Valerie" by Mark Ronson feat Amy Winehouse. Julia picked Jeffery as the winner and then used her save on Leo and both advanced to the playoffs.

## Live Playoffs S6

For his playoffs performance he sang "One Night Only" by Jennifer Hudson. Julia did not select him to advance to the top 12 and he was sent home.
Ryan Tedder

**Ryan Benjamin Tedder** (born June 26, 1979) is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer.

## Biography

He is best known as the frontman and vocalist for the pop rock band OneRepublic, as well as his work as a songwriter and producer for various artists since the mid-2000s, including U2, Beyoncé, Leona Lewis, Miley Cyrus, Ed Sheeran, The Jonas Brothers, Jennifer Lopez, Camila Cabello, Lady Gaga, Maroon 5, MØ, One Direction, Sugababes, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Ariana Grande, Logic, Paul McCartney, Blackpink, Twice, Bastille, and Anitta.

Tedder's production and songwriting work has proven commercially successful. "Apologize", performed by OneRepublic, "Bleeding Love", performed by Leona Lewis, and "Halo", performed by Beyoncé, all made the list of best-selling singles of all time. In early 2014, *Billboard* named him "The Undercover King of Pop" and featured him on the magazine's cover. He is one of the producers on the reality show *Songland*. He is a three-time recipient of the Grammy Award for Album of the Year, due to his production credits on Adele's *21* and *25*, and Taylor Swift's *1989*.

## Advising

Ryan Tedder was a Battle advisor for team Charlie Puth on fantasy voice Season 24.

He returned as a battle advisor in fantasy voice Season 31, this time for team Brendon Urie.

In fantasy voice Season 36 he was a Battle advisor for team Taylor Swift.
Jon Klaasen

Jon Klaasen was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 2, He reached the Knockouts on team Julia Michaels.

## Biography

**Jonathan Daniel "Jon" Klaasen** (born January 10, 1998) is an American singer-songwriter and actor from Greenwood, Indiana. As a solo artist, he released an album in May 2017, which has 10 songs, including “Holding Me Back”, “Misunderstanding” and “Bench By The Water”.

He was in a band formed by Simon Cowell called "Forever In Your Mind" with Emery Kelly and Ricky Garcia (2013-2014). Liam Attridge would be his replacement in the trio band. He also worked on the show *Royal Crush* in 2014 with the role of Noah. In 2017, he appeared in an episode of the TV series *Chat Like Love.*

## Blinds S2

For his blind audition he sang "Wonderwall" by Oasis, He turned the chairs of Julia Michaels, Thomas Hercules & Mariah Carey. He picked Julia as his coach and joined her team.

## Battles S2

For his battle he was paired with Cole Criske together they sang "Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran. Julia picked Jon as the winner and he advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S2

In the knockouts he was paired against The Mac Bros. Jon sang "Too Good At Goodbyes" by Sam Smith. Julia picked The Mac Bros and Jon was sent home.
Josh Kaufman

Josh Kaufman was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 1, He reached the Live Playoffs on team Michael J Fox, he had also previously been eliminated in the knockouts but was brought back as Fox's coach comeback.

## Background

Kaufman was born in Sarasota, Florida, the son of Beth Gilbert, minister of music at Slusser's Chapel in Blacksburg, Virginia; and Mark Kaufman, who runs a roofing company. His stepfather, Rev. Richard Gilbert, is the pastor at a church in Blacksburg, Virginia. While in Blacksburg, he was a member of the Blacksburg High School Madrigals, an elite choir. He grew up and attended school in Lake Wales, Florida until his first year of high school. He and his mother moved to Blacksburg, Virginia where he attended and graduated from Blacksburg High School. His musical talent appeared early in his life. After living his teen years in Virginia, Kaufman settled in Anderson, Indiana to attend Anderson University and graduated from IUPUI.

Kaufman is a member of the band The New Etiquette (formerly known as Josh Kaufman and the Frequency), an Indianapolis based rock and soul band. The band was formed in 2010 with original band members Josh Kaufman, Ryan Koch, and Nate Gray. The band released a six track self-titled EP in spring 2012 drawing on the musical talents of several local musicians.

From 2011 to 2014 Kaufman was a musical staple at Potbelly Sandwich Shop in Indianapolis, and also worked as an SAT prep tutor.

## Blinds S1

For his blind audition he sang "One More Try" by George Michael, He turned the chair of Michael J Fox and defaulted to his team, although Brendon Urie's team was already full.

## Battles S1

For his battle he was paired with Billy Gilman together they sang "Georgia on my Mind" by Ray Charles. Michael picked Josh to advance to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S1

In the knockouts he was paired against Jackie Foster. Josh sang "Adorn" by Miguel. Michael picked Jackie as the winner, and Josh was eliminated, however before the live playoffs each coach selected an eliminated artist to return to the show and Michael picked Josh Kaufman.

## Live Playoffs S1

For his playoffs performance he sang "Me and Mrs Jones" by Billy Paul. Michael J Fox did not pick Josh to advance and he was eliminated.
Monique Benabou

Monique Benabou was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 5, she reached the Battles on team Brendon Urie.

## Biography

Monique Benabou is a singer from Alameda, California.

## Blinds S5

For her blind audition she sang "Mr. Know It All" by Kelly Clarkson, she only turned the chair of Brendon Urie and defaulted to his team.

## Battles S5

For her battle she was paired with Lisa Scinta together they sang "Masterpiece" by DaBaby. Brendon picked Lisa as the winner and she advanced to the knockouts, while Monique was sent home.
Jess Glynne

**Jessica Hannah Glynne** (born 20 October 1989) is an English singer and songwriter.

## Biography

After signing with Atlantic Records, she rose to prominence in 2013 as a featured artist on the singles "Rather Be" by Clean Bandit and "My Love" by Route 94, both of which reached number one in the UK. She was considered one of the "Most Influential People Under 30" by *Forbes* magazine in 2019.

Her debut studio album, *I Cry When I Laugh* (2015), debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and saw the international success of the singles "Hold My Hand" and "Don't Be So Hard on Yourself". Glynne's second studio album, *Always in Between* (2018), also debuted at number one in the UK and saw continued success with the singles "I'll Be There", "These Days", "All I Am", "Thursday" and "One Touch"; the first of these made Glynne the first British female solo artist to have seven number one singles on the UK Singles Chart, beating Cheryl with five. Glynne has achieved multiple accolades throughout her career, including a Grammy Award and nine Brit Award nominations.

## Mega Mentoring

Jess Glynne was the Mega Mentor for all teams during the knockouts of Season 36.
Josiah Hawley

Josiah Hawley was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 3, he reached the Knockouts on team Brendon Urie, he was also briefly on team Adam Levine.

## Biography

Josiah Hawley is a singer from Fort Smith, Arkansas.

## Blinds S3

For his blind audition he sang "Sunday Morning" by Maroon 5, He turned the chairs of Julia Michaels, Brendon Urie & Adam Levine. He picked Adam as his coach and joined his team.

## Battles S3

For his battle he was paired with Dana Harper together they sang "The Man Who Can't Be Moved" by The Script. Adam picked Dana as the winner and she advanced to the knockouts. Brendon used a steal on Josiah and he also advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S3

In the knockouts he was paired against Tim Johnson Jr he sang "In My Blood" by Shawn Mendes. Tim won the knockout and Josiah was eliminated from the show.
Meagan McNeal

Meagan McNeal was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 3, she reached the Battles on team Adam Levine.

## Biography

In 2008, Meagan put together a concert with some friends at a local artist collaborative. It was her first paid solo performance. After making $75, she realized that music was what she wanted to do full time. For Meagan, it hasn't always been easy to juggle a music career while being a mother to her four-year-old son, Maddox. Even though it's been tough, Maddox is the driving force behind her success. Making Maddox proud is her ultimate goal, especially if she can provide for him by doing what she loves. She wants to teach him "either you win or you learn, you never lose." Currently, Meagan gigs around the Chicago area, mostly performing at private events. The Voice is the biggest opportunity so far in her music career.

## Blinds S3

For her blind audition she sang "Can't Feel My Face" by The Weeknd, she only turned the chair of Adam Levine and defaulted to his team, however both Julia & Brendon had full teams and could not turn around.

## Battles S3

For her battle she was paired with Diego Val together they sang "Love Is A Battlefield" by Pat Benatar. Adam picked Diego as the winner and he advanced to the knockouts, and Meagan was sent home.
Lisa Scinta

Lisa Scinta was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 5, she reached the Live Playoffs on team Brendon Urie.

## Biography

**Lisa Scinta** is an American singer-songwriter based in the United States who currently works with BMG Music Publishing. She is most notably known for her works with Bebe Rexha and Fifth Harmony.

Lisa began her career doing covers on YouTube and eventually moved to Los Angeles, California where she began writing songs for well-known artists. She has released three extended-plays (EP's) *Bathroom Sessions*, *Naked*, and *1992*.

## Blinds S5

For her blind audition she sang "Teenage Dream" by Katy Perry, she turned the chairs of Julia Michaels Brendon Urie, & Lea Michele Although Lea was blocked by Brendon. Anna picked Brendon as her coach and joined his team.

## Battles S5

For her battle she was paired with Monique Benabou together they sang "Masterpiece" by DaBaby. Brendon picked Lisa as the winner and she advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S5

In the knockouts she was paired against Clara Hong. Lisa won the knockout by singing "Whatcha Say" by Jason Derulo.

## Live Playoffs S5

For her playoffs performance she sang "Rather Be" by Clean Bandit. Brendon did not select her to advance to the top 12 and she was sent home.
Jeffery Austin

Jeffery Austin was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 6, he reached Second Place on team Julia Michaels.

## Biography

**Jeffery Austin McClelland, Jr.** (born April 15, 1991), better known by his stage name **Jeffery Austin**, is an American pop musician.

## Blinds S6

For his blind audition he sang "Lay Me Down" by Sam Smith, he turned the chairs of Julia Michaels, Brendon Urie, & Lea Michele. Jeffery picked Julia as his coach and joined her team.

## Battles S6

For his battle he was paired with Nadjah Nicole together they sang "...Baby One More Time" by Britney Spears. Julia picked Jeffery and he advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S6

In the knockouts he was paired against Leo Abisaab, Jeffery won the knockout by singing "Turning Tables" by Adele.

## Live Playoffs S6

For his playoffs performance he sang "Say You Love Me" by Jessie Ware. It was enough for Julia to send him to the top 12.

## Top 12 S6

In the top 12 he sang "Lego House" by Ed Sheeran. The public voted him into the top 11.

## Top 11 S6

In the top 11 he sang "Let It Go" by James Bay. He received an iTunes bonus for this performance, and the Public voted him into the top 10.

## Top 10 S6

In the top 10 he sang "Jealous" by Labrinth. The Public liked his performance and voted him into the Semifinals.

## Semifinals S6

In the semifinals he sang "With or Without You" by U2. He received an iTunes bonus and was voted straight into the finale.

## Finale S6

In the finale he sang "Dancing On My Own" by Robyn for his solo (Although he performed the Calum Scott version) For his "Duet" with Julia Michaels they sang "Issues" by Julia Michaels. Then finally for his original he sang "Stay The Night". He received an iTunes bonus for his solo and original performances. After the vote was over it was revealed that the public had voted for him to finish in Second Place.
Lilli Passero

Lilli Passero was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 1, She reached the Battles on team Michael J Fox.

## Biography

**Lilli Passero** is a singer/songwriter/actor living in Los Angeles, CA. She received her BFA in Drama from Carnegie Mellon University. Her band is Lilli and the Honey and their first single, “Did Ya Know?” is available on all streaming services. TV/Film: Go On (NBC), Miranda in Miranda’s Marionettes, The Divide (Directed by Perry King), In Between Days, Strange Nature, (see IMDB for more) Theatre: Lily in Gabriel at NCRT, Lead in Maladaptation at Hollywood Fringe Festival, Sally Bowles in Cabaret at Malibu Stage Company, Chloe in Bubble Boy with America Theatre Company, Eurydice in Orpheus at Grey Box Theatre/Pittsburgh.

## Blinds S1

For her blind audition she sang "A Love of My Own" by Carla Thomas, She turned all three chairs and chose Michael J Fox to be her coach.

## Battles S1

For her battle she was paired with Michael Kight together they sang "Help Me Out" by Julia Michaels & Maroon 5. Michael picked Michael as the winner and he advanced to the knockouts, and therefore eliminating Lilli from the show.
Nadjah Nicole

Nadjah Nicole was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 6, she reached the Live Playoffs on team Pharrell Williams. She had previously been on both team Brendon Urie and Team Julia Michaels.

## Biography

Nadjah Nicole is a singer from New Castle, Delaware.

## Blinds S6

For her blind audition she sang "Tightrope" by Michelle Williams, She turned the chairs of Julia Michaels, Brendon Urie, & Lea Michele. Nadjah picked Julia as her coach and joined her team.

## Battles S6

For her battle she was paired with Jeffery Austin together they sang "...Baby One More Time" by Britney Spears. Julia picked Jeffery as the winner and he advanced to the knockouts, Brendon Urie stole Nadjah and she also advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S6

In the knockouts she was paired against Somer Smith, Nadjah sang "Unconditionally" by Katy Perry. Brendon picked Somer to advance, Nadjah then got stolen again this time by Pharrell Williams, and she also went to the live playoffs.

## Live Playoffs S6

For her playoffs performance she sang "Warrior" by Demi Lovato. Pharrell did not select her to advance to the top 12 and she was sent home.
Jonathan Groff

**Jonathan Drew Groff** (born March 26, 1985) is an American actor and singer.

## Biography

He began his career on Broadway, rising to prominence for his portrayal of Melchior Gabor in the original production of *Spring Awakening* (2006–08), for which he was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical. He returned to Broadway to portray King George III in the original production of *Hamilton* (2015), for which he earned a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. He currently stars opposite Daniel Radcliffe and Lindsay Mendez in the first Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's *Merrily We Roll Along*.

Groff made his film debut in Ang Lee's *Taking Woodstock* (2009), and became a recurring guest star in the Fox musical-comedy series *Glee* (2009–15) as Jesse St. James. He voiced the roles of Kristoff and Sven in Disney's *Frozen* franchise, including *Frozen* (2013) and *Frozen II* (2019). Groff starred as Patrick Murray in the HBO comedy-drama series *Looking* (2014–15), the network's first series centering around the lives of gay men, as well as its subsequent television film, *Looking: The Movie* (2016), and portrayed FBI Special Agent Holden Ford in the Netflix period crime drama *Mindhunter* (2017–19), for which he won a Satellite Award. In 2021, he received a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Anthology Series or Movie for his performance in the Disney+ live stage recording of *Hamilton*.

Groff starred in the fourth installment of the *Matrix* franchise—*The Matrix Resurrections* (2021)—as Smith. In 2022, he executive produced the HBO documentary film *Spring Awakening: Those You've Known*, which saw the 15 year reunion of the original cast of the musical.

## Coaching

Jonathan Groff was a fantasy voice coach for Season 49

He was portrayed by Abby
Manny Cabo

Manny Cabo was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 5, he reached the Battles on team John Legend.

## Biography

Manny is a freelance and commercial photographer whose work has been featured in major magazines. But he says it’s been his lifelong dream “to rock the stages.” So he performs in cover bands on the side. Manny says he’s been playing drums since he was in fifth grade, but never pursued singing until his first year in college. He says he’s been in so many bands, he’s lost count, performing everything from R&B to Spanish music. One of his favorites, he recalls, was an in-your-face rock band. “I need to let the world know that at 45, it’s never too late.” He calls The Voice his opportunity to “go out there and establish myself as the artist I want to be.”

## Blinds S5

For his blind audition he sang "Here I Go Again" by Whitesnake, He turned all four chairs and decided to join team John Legend.

## Battles S5

For his battle he was paired with Brian Nhira together they sang "Unaware" by Allen Stone. John picked Brian as the winner and he advanced to the knockouts, and Manny was sent home.
Natalie Brady

Natalie Brady was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 4, she reached the Live Playoffs on team Sia, she was also briefly a member of team Julia Michaels.

## Biography

She’s the mother to two children, an 8-year-old daughter and 5-year-old son. She makes her living playing music in Nashville and says it’s a bit grueling raising two children and singing long shifts for tips at night. But Natalie says she wants her children to see their mother doing what she loves and shining on stage.

## Blinds S4

For her blind audition she sang "Barracuda" by Heart, she turned the chairs of Julia Michaels, Brendon Urie, & Sia. Natalie picked Julia as her coach and joined her team.

## Battles S4

For her battle she was paired with Bria Kelly together they sang "Crazy On You" by Heart. Julia picked Bria as the winner and she advanced to the knockouts Sia, then used her last steal of the season on Natalie and she also advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S4

In the knockouts she was paired against Brendan Murray, Natalie beat him by singing "I'll Stand By You" by The Pretenders

## Live Playoffs S4

For her playoffs performance she sang "Call Me" by Blondie. Sia did not select her to join the top 12 and she was sent home.
Halle Bailey

**Halle Lynn Bailey** (born March 27, 2000) is an American singer and actress. She became known for being one half of the musical duo Chloe x Halle with her sister Chloe Bailey.

## Biography

They have released the albums *The Kids Are Alright* (2018) and *Ungodly Hour* (2020), and have together earned five Grammy Award nominations.

As an actress, Bailey has played a supporting role in the television sitcom *Grown-ish* (2018–2022). In 2023, she had her first lead role as Ariel in Disney's musical fantasy film *The Little Mermaid*.

## Advising

Halle Bailey was a Battle advisor for team Will.i.am on fantasy voice Season 37

## Mega Mentoring

Chloe X Halle were both the Mega Mentors for all teams during the knockouts of Season 39.
Matt McAndrew

## Background

**Matthew Brendan McAndrew** (born September 6, 1990) is an American singer-songwriter. In 2010, McAndrew started writing solo acoustic material and playing his songs at open mic nights, ice cream parlors, and bars. He worked at Bach To Rock, a national music school franchise with a location in suburban Philadelphia, teaching voice, guitar and ukulele. He self-released an album called *View of The Pines* on March 1, 2014.

Among other projects including Other People, and Hollow Shoulder, McAndrew gained notoriety in High School for recording and performing a Christmas themed tribute album dedicated to classmate Dwight Wagaman.

## Advising

Matt McAndrew was a Battle advisor for team Julia Michaels on fantasy voice Season 14.
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

**Macklemore & Ryan Lewis** were an American hip hop duo from Seattle, Washington, formed in 2009 by Macklemore, a rapper, and Ryan Lewis, a DJ and record producer. In 2009, they released their first collaborative effort, an EP titled *VS. EP*. They later followed up with *VS. Redux* (2010), the Grammy Award-winning album *The Heist* (2012) and *This Unruly Mess I've Made* (2016).

## Biography

Macklemore and Lewis' single "Thrift Shop" reached number one on the US *Billboard* Hot 100 in 2013. The single was soon dubbed the first song since 1994 to top the Hot 100 chart without the support of a major record label by *Billboard*, although Macklemore, in a slightly unusual recording contract, pays a nominal percentage of sales to use Warner Bros. Records' radio promotion department to push his singles. Their second single, "Can't Hold Us", also peaked at number one on the Hot 100 Chart, making Macklemore and Lewis the first duo in the chart's history to have their first two singles both reach the peak position. Macklemore and Lewis released their debut studio album, *The Heist*, on October 9, 2012, which charted at number 2 on the US *Billboard* 200. The pair won four Grammy Awards at the 2014 ceremony, including Best New Artist, Best Rap Album (*The Heist*), Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance ("Thrift Shop"). Their second album, *This Unruly Mess I've Made*, was released on February 26, 2016.

On June 15, 2017, Macklemore announced that the duo were on hiatus
Lynnea Moorer

Lynnea Moorer was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 3, she reached the Knockouts on team Adam Levine.

## Biography

Lynnea Moorer is a singer from Monterey, California.

## Blinds S3

For her blind audition she sang "Location" by Khalid, she turned the chairs of Adam Levine & Sia. Lynnea picked Adam as her coach and joined his team.

## Battles S3

For her battle she was paired with Sammie Zonana together they sang "Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door" by Bob Dylan. Adam picked Lynnea as the winner and she advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S3

In the knockouts she was paired against Belle Jewel, Lynnea sang "Control" by Zoe Wees. Belle won the knockout and Lynnea was sent home.
Ricky Wilson

**Charles Richard Wilson** (born 17 January 1978) is an English singer and the frontman of five-piece rock band Kaiser Chiefs.

## Biography

Before the formation of the band, in 2003, Wilson was a member of the band Runston Parva (later known as Parva), which consisted of members of Kaiser Chiefs.

## Advising

Ricky Wilson was a Battle advisor for team Elton John on fantasy voice Season 38.
Jesse Kramer

Jesse Kramer was a contestant of the fantasy voice on Season 4, he reached the Live Playoffs on Team Julia Michaels.

## Biography

From a very early age in life, Jesse Kramer always knew that music and singing were his only genuine means of communicating his personal thoughts and feelings on life. His old soul from within began guiding his thoughts and decisions in high school at the age of 14. That’s when he first began writing and recording his own music after growing up listening to a wide range of artists like Neil Young, Led Zeppelin, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Marilyn Manson, Chris Cornell and even Eminem. Jesse quickly developed his own distinctive and gritty sound by balancing elements of rock n’ roll, soul, and R&B music. Something he now simply refers to as “The Jesse Kramer Sound.” At the age of 17, after growing up in a strict religious household where everything about the way he should live his life was prescribed, Jesse was given an ultimatum by his parents: Choose whether to continue playing music and be kicked out of the house, or put the guitar and mic down for good, and pursue a life as dictated by religion. He chose to carry on with music, and faced a period of homelessness by couch-surfing and sleeping in his car, even while still in high school, but in the name of pursuing his dreams of bringing rock n’ roll back.

## Blinds S4

For his blind audition he sang "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen, he turned the chairs of Julia Michaels, Brendon Urie, & Sia. Julia used her block Brendon so he was unable to be chosen. Jesse picked Julia as his coach and joined her team.

## Battles S4

For his battle he was paired with Craig Wayne Boyd together they sang "Can't You See" by The Marshall Tucker Band, Julia picked Jesse as the winner and he advanced to the knockouts.

## Knockouts S4

In the knockouts he was paired against Jake Daulby he beat her singing "All Along the Watchtower" by Jimi Hendrix

## Live Playoffs S4

For his playoffs performance he sang "Come Together" by The Beatles. Julia did not select him to advance to the top 12 and he was sent home.
Pharrell Williams

**Pharrell Lanscilo Williams** (/fəˈrɛl/; born April 5, 1973) is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer.

## Biography

Alongside close colleague Chad Hugo, he formed the hip hop and R&B production duo The Neptunes in the early 1990s, with whom he has produced songs for various recording artists. In 1999, he became lead vocalist of the band N.E.R.D., which he formed with Hugo and drummer Shay Haley. Williams has been widely referred to as one of the most influential and successful music producers of the 21st century, having had a significant impact on the sound of modern popular music.

Williams released his debut solo album, *In My Mind*, in 2006. In 2013, he was featured on the song "Blurred Lines" with Robin Thicke and T.I., and his song "Happy" was the lead single for the soundtrack of the film *Despicable Me 2*. In the same year, he was featured on Daft Punk's single "Get Lucky", which won Record of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 56th Grammy Awards. His second album, *Girl*, was released in 2014.

Williams has received numerous accolades and nominations. He has won 13 Grammy Awards, including three for Producer of the Year, Non-Classical (one as a member of the Neptunes). He is also a two-time Academy Award nominee: in 2014 for Best Original Song, for "Happy" (from *Despicable Me 2*); and in 2017 for Best Picture, as a producer of *Hidden Figures*.

## Coaching

John Legend is a former fantasy voice coach. He appeared in Season 6, and Season 10

He was portrayed by Thomas H.

## Advising

Pharrell Williams was a Battle advisor for team Usher on fantasy voice Season 4.
Radiohead

**Radiohead** are an English rock band formed in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, in 1985.

## Biography

The band consists of Thom Yorke (vocals, guitar, piano, keyboards); brothers Jonny Greenwood (lead guitar, keyboards, other instruments) and Colin Greenwood (bass); Ed O'Brien (guitar, backing vocals); and Philip Selway (drums, percussion). They have worked with the producer Nigel Godrich and the cover artist Stanley Donwood since 1994. Radiohead's experimental approach is credited with advancing the sound of alternative rock.

Radiohead signed to EMI in 1991 and released their debut album, *Pablo Honey,* in 1993. Their debut single, "Creep", became a worldwide hit. Radiohead's popularity and critical standing rose with the release of *The Bends* in 1995. Radiohead's third album, *OK Computer* (1997), brought them international fame; noted for its complex production and themes of modern alienation, it is acclaimed as a landmark record and one of the best albums in popular music.

Radiohead's fourth album, *Kid A* (2000), marked a dramatic change in style, incorporating influences from electronic music, jazz, classical music and krautrock. Though *Kid A* divided listeners, it was later named the best album of the decade by multiple outlets. It was followed by *Amnesiac* (2001), recorded in the same sessions. *Hail to the Thief* (2003), with lyrics addressing the War on Terror, blended the band's rock and electronic sides, and was Radiohead's final album for EMI.

Radiohead self-released their seventh album, *In Rainbows* (2007), as a download for which customers could set their own price, to critical and chart success. Their eighth album, *The King of Limbs* (2011), an exploration of rhythm, was developed using extensive looping and sampling. *A Moon Shaped Pool* (2016) prominently featured Jonny Greenwood's orchestral arrangements. Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, Selway, and O'Brien have released solo albums; in 2021, Yorke and Jonny Greenwood debuted a new band, the Smile.

By 2011, Radiohead had sold more than 30 million albums worldwide. Their awards include six Grammy Awards and four Ivor Novello Awards, and they hold five Mercury Prize nominations, the most of any act. Seven Radiohead singles have reached the top 10 on the UK Singles Chart: "Creep" (1992), "Street Spirit (Fade Out)" (1996), "Paranoid Android" (1997), "Karma Police" (1997), "No Surprises" (1998), "Pyramid Song" (2001), and "There There" (2003). "Creep" and "Nude" (2008) reached the top 40 on the US *Billboard* Hot 100. *Rolling Stone* named Radiohead one of the 100 greatest artists of all time, and *Rolling Stone* readers voted them the second-best artist of the 2000s. Five Radiohead albums have been included in *Rolling Stone*'s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time lists. Radiohead were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019.