Electrifying Finale Caps Iconic Season of The Voice
The stage was set for an epic climax as The Voice Season 25 finale took the spotlight over two spellbinding nights. With Carson Daly commanding the proceedings, the remaining five artists channeled their artistic brilliance, leaving an indelible mark on this celebrated musical journey.
As the velvet curtains parted, it was Team Reba’s Asher Havon and Josh Sanders, Team Dan + Shay’s Karen Waldrup, and Team Legend’s Nathan Chester and Bryan Olesen who remained in the running for the ultimate accolade. The energy was palpable, a harmonious fusion of anticipation and artistic prowess that reverberated through the studio’s hallowed halls.
The first evening unfolded as a veritable feast for the senses, with mega mentor Keith Urban and the esteemed U.S. Army Field Band gracing the stage with their presence. But the true magic lay in the performances of the finalists, each one a masterclass in vocal artistry and emotional depth.
On the second night, the stage transformed into a celestial tapestry of sound, with an array of luminaries setting the mood. The Black Keys, Jelly Roll, Kate Hudson, Lainey Wilson, Muni Long, Thomas Rhett, and Season 23 victor Gina Miles each left an indelible mark, elevating the atmosphere to dizzying heights.
In a poignant tribute to the show’s illustrious history, The Voice celebrated its 25th season with a star-studded virtual cavalcade. Kelly Clarkson, CeeLo Green, Niall Horan, Jennifer Hudson, Nick Jonas, Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, and Gwen Stefani – a constellation of talent that has graced the show’s stages – lent their luminous presence to the occasion.
But it was the final performances, where the finalists joined forces with their esteemed coaches, that left the audience spellbound. Dan + Shay and Karen Waldrup’s rendition of “You Look Good” by Lady A was a masterclass in harmonious synergy. John Legend and Bryan Oleson’s take on “Feeling Good” by Joe Bonamassa exuded an effortless cool. Reba McEntire and Josh Sanders’ powerful interpretation of “Back to God” by Randy Houser struck a chord deep within the soul.
Asher Havon and Reba McEntire’s sublime duet of “On My Own” by Patti LaBelle and Michael McDonald was a study in vocal virtuosity. And Nathan Chester’s soulful collaboration with John Legend on “When A Man Loves a Woman” by Percy Sledge left hearts aflutter.
As the night drew to a breathtaking close, it was Asher Havon who emerged victorious, claiming the coveted title of The Voice Season 25 winner for Team Reba. Josh Sanders secured a well-deserved second place, while Bryan Olesen rounded out the top three. Nathan Chester and Karen Waldrup’s journeys, though curtailed, were no less remarkable, cementing their status as artists to watch.
As the confetti rained down upon the stage, it was a poignant reminder of the transformative power of music, and the enduring legacy of a show that has become a cultural phenomenon. The Voice, in its 25th season, has once again proven its ability to captivate, inspire, and elevate the art of vocal expression to sublime new heights.