22-Year-Old New Yorker To Appear On Live Shows Of 'The Voice' 22-Year-Old New Yorker To Appear On Live Shows Of 'The Voice'
22-Year-Old New Yorker To Appear On Live Shows Of 'The Voice' Bella DeNapoli, a 22-year-old New Yorker, had made it to the live shows of the singing competition "The Voice." The Long Island native, a resident of West Islip, grew up "surrounded by music," according to her contestant profile.  She has been performing on the show's 21st season, which debuted on Monday, Sept. 20, and most recently made in through the show's "Knockout Rounds." During her audition for the competition, which aired on NBC in September, DeNapoli performed her own rendition of Danity Kane's song "Damaged." After impressing the judges, she chose to perform on judge Ariana Gra…
Singer From Westchester To Appear On Season Premiere Of NBC's 'The Voice' Singer From Westchester To Appear On Season Premiere Of NBC's 'The Voice'
Singer From Westchester To Appear On Season Premiere Of NBC's 'The Voice' A new contestant appearing on the season premiere of the super popular "The Voice," is from the area. Westchester resident David Vogel, of Valhalla, will have his chance to impress the judges on Monday, Sept. 20 when he hits the stage. The show airs on NBC at 8 p.m. According to Vogel's Instagram page, he started writing songs when he was age 13 or 14 and loves to play his acoustic guitar. He describes himself as "a starry-eyed lover.” He said songwriting and performing was something he always wanted to do, but it didn't come easy for him, and still doesn't. "I wrote a lot of songs over …
WATCH: Sussex County Native Auditions For NBC’s ‘The Voice’ WATCH: Sussex County Native Auditions For NBC’s ‘The Voice’
Watch: Sussex County Native Auditions For NBC’s ‘The Voice’ A Sussex County native showcased her powerful vocals during a blind audition on NBC’s ‘The Voice.’ Danielle Escobar, known musically as Yellsmiles, took to the stage during Tuesday night’s episode and belted out a cover of Miley Cyrus’ “Midnight Sky.” “I’m Yellsmiles, and I’m from Sussex County, New Jersey,” the pop singer told judge John Legend after her performance. “What a name — that’s so cool,” Legend responded. None of the judges hit the button to turn their chair around during the blind audition that would’ve allowed the singer to move forward to the next round — but that didn’t st…
Musicians: Audition To Be On NBC's 'The Voice' From Your Couch Musicians: Audition To Be On NBC's 'The Voice' From Your Couch
Musicians: Audition To Be On NBC's 'The Voice' From Your Couch What are you doing next Friday? Because it could be auditioning, from the comfort of your couch, to be on "The Voice." Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year’s open casting call auditions for the NBC reality competition are being conducted virtually. The last chance to audition is Feb. 4-5 and sign-ups are being taken now. All musical styles are welcome to perform, but singers need to be age 13 or older. On "The Voice," novice performers are mentored by hit artists such as John Legend, Kelly Clarkson, Gwen Steffani, and Blake Shelton as they compete to be the best singer in the bunch.&nb…
Long Island Teen Carter Rubin Wins NBC's 'The Voice' Long Island Teen Carter Rubin Wins NBC's 'The Voice'
Long Island Teen Carter Rubin Wins NBC's 'The Voice' Sing it from the rooftops: a Long Island teenager has been crowned as the new champion of NBC’s “The Voice” competition. Carter Rubin, a 15-year-old Shoreham resident, became the competition’s younger-ever winner this week after wowing the celebrity judges and audience while starring on the show over the past month. Earlier story - Video: Long Island Boy Wows Judges On 'The Voice' "Oh my God, we won!" pop star Gwen Stefani, who coached Rubin throughout the competition, posted on social media with the champion by her side. "This is so crazy. We're trying to understand that this is happening…
Hudson Valley's Ian Flanigan May Win Recording Contract, $100K On NBC's The Voice This Week Hudson Valley's Ian Flanigan May Win Recording Contract, $100K On NBC's The Voice This Week
Hudson Valley's Ian Flanigan May Win Recording Contract, $100K On NBC's The Voice This Week The Hudson Valley's own Ian Flanigan, one of five finalists on NBC's The Voice, could win $100,000 and a recording contract with Universal Music Group, depending on the quality of his live performance and how he is received by audiences at home.  Along with finalists Desz, John Holiday, Jim Ranger and Carter Rubin, Flanigan will perform live on Monday, Dec. 14 at 8 p.m. EST.  The season's winners will be announced after a two-hour episode on Tuesday, Dec. 15. Since first wowing the show's judges in October with his performance of the Zac Brown Band's Colder Weather, Flanigan…
Ulster County Singer's Progression On NBC's The Voice Depends On Your Vote Ulster County Singer's Progression On NBC's The Voice Depends On Your Vote
Ulster County Singer's Progression On NBC's The Voice Depends On Your Vote Saugerties musician Ian Flanigan has progressed through three rounds of The Voice, first wowing judges with his resonant voice as a solo act and then besting other contestants in two duets; now, his advancement on the show will depend on viewer's votes during a live performance.  At 8 p.m. EST on Monday, Nov. 30, remaining contestants on The Voice will compete against each other in teams while viewers use The Voice app, which they can download for free on Google Play or Apple, visit the show's website or use Google Assistant.  Viewers are able to vote up to 10 times using each met…
Hudson Valley Musician Ian Flanigan Making Return Appearance On NBC's The Voice Hudson Valley Musician Ian Flanigan Making Return Appearance On NBC's The Voice
Hudson Valley Musician Ian Flanigan Making Return Appearance On NBC's The Voice Hudson Valley musician Ian Flanigan is slated for another appearance on NBC's The Voice after he wowed the program's judges with his rumbling baritone and soulful delivery of the Zac Brown Band's "Colder Weather." Flanigan, an Ulster County resident who lives in Saugerties, has earned local notoriety for his rambling string picking and lyrics written to strike a universal emotional chord, will appear in a "Battle Round" of the program at 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 16 after his break out performance on Oct. 16.  "[Are you] gargling glass?" asked judge Blake Shelton, who chose Flannigan for …
Video: Long Island Boy Wows Judges On 'The Voice' Video: Long Island Boy Wows Judges On 'The Voice'
Video: Long Island Boy Wows Judges On 'The Voice' A Long Island teen was in the middle of a tug-of-war between two of the country’s biggest recording artists after taking centerstage and starring on NBC’s “The Voice.” Carter Rubin, a 15-year-old Shoreham resident, impressed both judges Gwen Stefani and John Legend with his rendition of Lewis Capaldi’s “Before You Go,” on the popular show, as the two celebrities sought to represent the teenager as his coach. “You do not look like your voice,” Stefani said when she spoke after Rubin's song. “I can’t believe what I am hearing and seeing right now. This is a shock.” Legend also tried to pers…
VIDEO: Bergen County Native Wows Judges On NBC's 'The Voice' VIDEO: Bergen County Native Wows Judges On NBC's 'The Voice'
Video: Bergen County Native Wows Judges On NBC's 'The Voice' A Bergen County native has secured a spot on Season 19 of NBC's "The Voice." Olivia Reyes, of Teaneck, sang "Falling" by Harry Styles on Tuesday night's episode of the show before judges Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, Kelly Clarkson and John Legend. Legend said Reyes' tone was "crystal clear and piercing." She later chose him as her coach for the season. Reyes, 19, grew up in a baseball-loving family. Her brother plays competitively and she played softball, but later quit to focus on singing in high school.  Reyes was involved in choir and musical theater throughout school, but only sa…
Don't Miss These Celebs Coming To Ridgewood Bookstore Don't Miss These Celebs Coming To Ridgewood Bookstore
Don't Miss These Celebs Coming To Ridgewood Bookstore Voice actors. Hollywood stars. Professional athletes. "New York Times" best-selling authors. Dozens of authors including some celebrities will be stopping by Bookends in Ridgewood for signings and discussions this fall. Here is what the line-up looks like: Amanda Stanton, Sept. 4: "The Bachelor" and "Bachlor in Paradise" contestant will sign her new book "Now Accepting Roses" Seane Corn, Sept. 8: Celebrated yoga teacher will sign her new book "Revolution of the Soul" Mary Wilson, Sept. 18: A founding member of The Supremes, Wilson will sign her new book "Supreme Glamour" Rachel Brath…
Amanda Ayala, Voice Contestant From Westchester Who Lives In Mahopac, Drops Debut Single Amanda Ayala, Voice Contestant From Westchester Who Lives In Mahopac, Drops Debut Single
Amanda Ayala, Voice Contestant From Westchester Who Lives In Mahopac, Drops Debut Single Amanda Ayala, Westchester native, Putnam County resident and former contestant on NBC’s hit show "The Voice," is crossing over from alternative rock to pop with the upcoming release of her new single, “Lost You.” Amanda was born in Yonkers and currently resides in Mahopac. She made her first major musical breakthrough at just 17 years old as a former contestant on The Voice. The single is an original, written by Amanda and produced by multi-platinum selling Mike Rogers, best known for his work on top-rated dance-pop hits including “Groove is in The Heart” and “Wiggle It.” “Lost You,” Amand…