Reuben De Melo
Meet the New International Superstar Coaches of ‘The Voice’
With 'The Voice' returning to Channel 7 and 7plus this month, everyone’s talking about the powerhouse lineup of coaches set to hit the show
In Partnership with The Voice
This season will see The Voice elevate its platform for discovering and nurturing extraordinary talent, offering artists the unique opportunity to be mentored by some of the biggest and best in the global music scene.
Internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter LeAnn Rimes; GRAMMY-nominated superstar Adam Lambert; and award-winning Australian musician Kate Miller-Heidke join returning The Voice favourite, multi-platinum-selling artist Guy Sebastian, as they vie to discover and mentor Australia’s next singing sensation.
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One thing’s for sure – this bunch are more than qualified.
Hand–picked for their diverse perspectives, each coach is sure to bring their unique style and expertise to what promises to be a season of unrivalled performances.
So before it all kicks off, let’s get to know our international coaches a little more, and find out what makes them tick when it comes to the competition.
LeAnn Rimes: Country Music Royalty
In a sentence
Bursting onto the scene at just 13, LeAnn Rimes has been a fixture in the American music industry for almost three decades.
Best known for
As the youngest solo artist ever to win a Grammy, Rimes is best known for her powerful vocals and epic live performances, as well as her contribution to USA’s country music scene. “How Do I Live” and “Can’t Fight the Moonlight” remain some of her most beloved tracks, even decades on.
Her mentoring style
Rimes is empathetic and sensitive. She tailors her coaching to each artist and gets to know them – what makes them tick and what their fears are. She helps the artists work through their fears and self-doubts so that the greatest parts of them can really shine through.
Fans can look forward to
Her nurturing yet firm approach as she helps artists refine their craft.
Adam Lambert: A Global Rock Icon
In a sentence
As the first openly gay male artist to top the Billboard album charts, Lambert is a Grammy-nominated international artist, actor, philanthropist, and activist.
Best known for
Lambert rose to fame as a finalist on American Idol in 2009. Since then, he’s continued to captivate fans with his dynamic stage presence and extraordinary vocal range. As the frontman for Queen + Adam Lambert, he has showcased his versatility and charisma on some of the world’s biggest stages.
His mentoring style
Lambert creates a sense of comfort for his artists by making them feel safe and secure to explore what they want to do with their songs. He shares honest feedback but does so in the kindest and most helpful way possible, while still being direct.
Fans can look forward to
Lambert is sure to challenge his artists to not only meet but exceed their own expectations, pushing them towards the best performances of their lives.
All four coaches are set to take their place on the iconic red chairs with their hands hovering to spin when they hear a voice they must have on their team. And you can be certain our American coaches didn’t come all this way to lose.
Don’t miss The Voice, Monday August 19th, 7.30 on Channel 7 & 7plus.
