‘The Voice’ will visit Indianapolis for open auditions – Talent scouts for NBC’s “The Voice” will visit Indianapolis in 2018, according to the TV show’s casting website. Indianapolis is listed with Boston, Phoenix and Houston as audition cities at NBCTheVoice.com. – Read more at IndyStar.com
‘The Voice’: Noah Mac Reveals How Jennifer Hudson Helped Him Fight His Nerves & More – Noah is not putting his focus entirely on winning the show, though, and told us that he’s “happy with any outcome” as long as he “stays true” to himself. Plus, let’s keep in mind that his coach, Jennifer, didn’t finish in first place when she was on a competition singing show, American Idol, and she’s doing just fine! “It’s totally a boost in a confidence,” Noah admitted. “And reassuring.” – Read more at Hollywood Life
Ashland Craft talks about Miley Cyrus in advance of Monday’s appearance on ‘The Voice’ – For singer Ashland Craft, competing on NBC’s “The Voice” has been a great experience, and a lot of that is due to her coach, Miley Cyrus. Craft, who hails from Piedmont, competes Monday and Tuesday nights as one of this season’s final 12 contestants. During the blind auditions she had the chance to choose Adam Levine, Blake Shelton or Cyrus as her coach, and picking Cyrus was a good choice, Craft said in a recent phone interview. – Read more at Greenville News
‘Pitch Perfect 3’ Stars Join ‘The Voice’ Contestants for Music Video Crossover (Exclusive Photos) – The video will mash up the song’s “Cups” from the original “Pitch Perfect” and George Michael’s “Freedom! ’90.” The video will debut on Tuesday, Nov. 21 during “The Voice” on NBC. Immediately following the video’s airing, the free video download of the mash-up and advance tickets to the film will be available on Fandango. The song may now be downloaded on iTunes. “Freedom! ’90 x Cups” single is available now, and the soundtrack will be available on Dec. 15. – Read more at Variety
AMAs 2017: Kelly Clarkson Talks About Performing With P!nk, Shares Advice to ‘American Idol’ Hopefuls – Clarkson, who is a self-proclaimed “gigantic, stage 5 clinger fan” of P!nk’s told Billboard that performance was important not only for the people to whom they were paying tribute, but for all female singers. “In a time where I feel like — well not just now — but females are always pitted against each other, it’s cool. We both respect each other’s talent, there’s room for everyone. It’s a nice moment to say that.” – Read more at Billboard
‘A little diva, a little pop, a little rock all mixed in.’ – “Basically with this whole album cycle she had a black and gold theme. It’s very soulful, ’90s, kind of mixed in urban with rock and pop,” stylist Candice Lambert told Billboard exclusively. “She’s pulled a lot from like, En Vogue and back in the day Mariah Carey Emotions. “…The big hair and kind of chunky jewelry, chains. That kind of vibe. That kind of era she’s really pulling from, because she got a lot from that growing up. She’s kind of giving love back to that moment.” – Read more at Billboard
Kellie Pickler Calls ‘Pickler & Ben’ ‘Pure Joy and Laughter’ – Kellie Pickler and Ben Aaron are just beginning their new gig as hosts of Pickler & Ben and they’re already having a blast. The show brings a variety of guests, from DIY artists to local do-gooders, and Pickler is proud to be a part of the Faith Hill produced series. “I think we both fell in love with the show for the same reasons. It’s positive, it’s fun, it’s uplifting. It’s one hour of just pure joy and laughter,” Pickler tells Taste of Country about what she and Aaron love most about the show. “We have a good time and we get to do some pretty incredible things and laugh and goof off.” – Read more at Taste of Country
Ruben Studdard Gives American Idol Advice … To NFL’s Marvin Jones – Detroit Lions star Marvin Jones listen up … sure you might’ve killed your “American Idol” audition like O.J. in his prime, but that doesn’t mean you’re gonna win the show … NLESS YOU LISTEN TO RUBEN STUDDARD RIGHT NOW. We got Studdard, America’s “Velvet Teddy Bear” and ‘Idol’ Season 2 champion, at LAX and asked him to rate Marvin’s audition, and give him a little advice for the journey to the top. First off, Ruben was sold on Marvin’s voice — makes sense, the MAN CAN SANG — and as far as advice, he used his gorgeous voice to drop some knowledge on the kid. – Watch the Video at TMZ
Jordin Sparks is selling her Hollywood Hills home for £1.4million – take a look inside – It’s been a big week for Jordin Sparks! Not only has the singer announced that she is secretly married and expecting her first child with new husband Dana Isaiah, but she has also listed her home in the Hollywood Hills for sale. According to property website Trulia, the 27-year-old has listed the property for $1.85million (around £1.4million), no doubt so she can move into a new family home ahead of the arrival of her first child in 2018. – Hello Magazine
Photo Flash: Get in the Spirit with a First Look at HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS on Broadway – Candice Glover, winner of “American Idol” Season 12; Josh Kaufman, winner of “The Voice” Season 6; and Bianca Ryan, winner: “America’s Got Talent” Season 1, will be performing more than 25 beloved Christmas classics.
