The Voice Season 27's first Knockouts round on Monday (March 31) was nothing short of a rollercoaster. Within the epsiode, coaches John Legend, Kelsea Ballerini, Michael Bublé, and Adam Levine prepared their teams for the intense battles.

This pivotal round allowed artists to pick their own songs – showcasing their personal style and musical intuition in a bid to impress the coaches and earn a coveted spot in the next phase. The night began with a bang as Levine set the tone – hinting at the drama the Knockouts would bring.

Team John Legend 

The team saw BD.ii and Kolby Cordell step out of their comfort zones with performances that were both mesmerizing and stirring. BD.ii's rendition of Brian McKnight’s "Back at One" lacked the urgency Legend claimed it had, while Kolby delivered a compelling rendition of Stevie Wonder's "Lately," showcasing a uniquely weathered voice that resonated deeply. Despite the performances, Legend's decision to pick BD.ii was a surprise, though Levine quickly snatched Kolby for his team.

Team Adam Levine

Lucia Flores-Wiseman struggled to mesh her unique voice with the demands of Benson Boone’s "Slow It Down," while Grace-Miller Moody couldn’t avoid pitch issues during her take on Fleetwood Mac's "Dreams," overshadowing her performance. Levine leaned towards the more soulful Lucia and the rock-solid Ethan Eckenroad, who delivered a singer-songwriter vibe with Tom Petty’s "I Won’t Back Down" but lacked the dynamism to truly shine.

Team Kelsea Ballerini

It was a battlefield of standout performances. Tinika Wyatt exploded with joy and energy in "">Best of My Love," while Dan Kiernan displayed incredible vocal strength with Shontelle’s "Impossible." The night ended on a high note with Iris Herrera and Angie Rey on Team Kelsea. Iris' soulful rendition of Ray LaMontagne’s "Jolene" was a showstopper – leading to her victory over Angie, who channeled nostalgic vibes with Cody Johnson's "Dirt Cheap." Bublé didn’t hesitate to steal Angie, filling the "country void" on his team.

Team Michael Bublé

Barry Jean Fontenot faced off against Simone Marijic, whose emotionally charged performance of Sara Bareilles’ "She Used to Be Mine" set a high bar. Despite Barry’s appealing presence, his choice of Bublé's own hit "Haven’t Met You Yet" failed to create the standout moment needed to outshine Simone.

The night left us dizzy from the unexpected choices made by the coaches – each decision sparking debates and surprises that set the stage for fierce battles as the competition moves towards "The Playoffs."

With Steals played and decisions made, only 20 talented artists remain, each continuing to fight for their chance under the watchful eyes of their superstar coaches. Stay tuned for more twists and turns in this riveting season. 

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