Night 1 of the finale on “The Voice” 2026 aired tonight on NBC. We have watched as “The Voice” season 29 coaches — Kelly Clarkson, Adam Levine, and John Legend — have put their teams together this season. Now, the in-studio audience had the final say on which four artists would be performing in Night 2 of the Voice Finale. These performances tonight helped determine it, so check out our picks and their videos for the best performances of the night on “The Voice” tonight below in our “The Voice” spoilers.
1. Liv Ciara – Team Kelly
She went from no chairs turning for her during season 28 to now being in the Semi-Finals on season 29. For this performance, she is singing “Flashdance…What a Feeling” by Irene Cara. Kelly said she is kind of crazy, as she created this beautiful version of this song. Kelly says her getting turned away last season was the fuel she needed, and she brings Kelly to tears!
For her performance, she immediately brought me in. This is a classic, but this arrangement is so different. She made me feel those lyrics, and I was mesmerized. She shows off a great range. Liv hits some huge notes, has some great runs, and I was just amazed. And to think, she is only 16 years old!
Coaches’ Feedback: John said that it was like a superstar performance. Adam said he is very sad right now. His sadness, she is not on his team. Right now, she could win this season. Kelly said she had zero to do with any of that. Liv had everything to do with that.
2. Alexia Jayy – Team Adam
She said she didn’t have any expectations coming into the show. For this performance, Alexia is singing “I Never Loved a Man (the Way I Love You)” by Aretha Franklin. Adam said she’s sang Whitney and now Aretha, so she needs to challenge herself more. He said it’s like an experience listening to her sing. Adam said Alexia Jayy should be a household name.
Ugh, that’s all I have to say. Her voice is something special. She hits some huge notes, but just makes you feel every word she is singing. She is taking us to church with this performance. It’s big and exactly what I want to see on a show like this.
Coaches’ Feedback: Kelly said she has been looking forward to this moment. She loves her so much. John said she is so wonderful, and she exudes so much creative and positive energy. Adam said she is the best singer ever, and he just loves her.
3. Jared Shoemaker – Team Adam
Jared said this is the song he wanted to sing this whole time on the show. Southern rock is his bread and butter. He will be singing “Soulshine” by the Allman Brothers Band. Adam said he can do everything, so believe in himself.
For his performance, I just love his voice. He has such a strong voice, and, as he said, this is his bread and butter. His voice just works for Southern rock. He has that rasp, but also shows off some great range. Jared hits some big notes along the way. I think he just appeals to a lot pf people, and I am a fan.
For the coaches, Kelly said he impressed her more this week. John said it was compelling, and it showed a different side of him. Adam said he is a star. When he walks out, there is something iconic about him. He has this beautiful voice. He loves that he is who he is, and he is proud of him.
Who had your favorite Voice Finale Night 1 performance tonight on “The Voice” season 29?
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I agree, the young woman with the blues song was particularly moving. It was great to see such diverse styles showcased.