Pop & Voices
Kelly Clarkson and P!nk Meet in “Just Give Me a Reason”
Kelly Clarkson and P!nk share a beautifully expressive “Just Give Me a Reason.” Clarkson’s lead performance opens into a warm duet when P!nk joins her, bringing contrasting…
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Rock & Alternative
Dan Vasc Gives “Amazing Grace” a Metal Singer’s Vocal Shape
Dan Vasc turns “Amazing Grace” into a stirring power ballad. His resonant voice builds from a measured opening to a soaring close, giving the familiar hymn a…
Pop & Voices
Six Singers Share Bob Dylan’s “My Back Pages” at His Anniversary Concert
Bob Dylan, Roger McGuinn, George Harrison, Tom Petty, Neil Young, and Eric Clapton share “My Back Pages” in a remarkable concert collaboration. Distinctive voices and guitars meet…
Pop & Voices
The Voice Coaches Join Snoop Dogg for “Heartache Tonight”
Snoop Dogg joins Michael Bublé, Gwen Stefani, and Reba McEntire for a spirited “Heartache Tonight.” The Voice coaches bring their contrasting styles together around the Eagles song,…
Pop & Voices
Christina Aguilera Revisits Whitney Houston’s Bodyguard Songs at the AMAs
Christina Aguilera honors Whitney Houston with an expressive Bodyguard medley at the American Music Awards. Familiar melodies including “I Will Always Love You” and “I Have Nothing”…
Pop & Voices
Taylor Swift Introduces “Clean” with a Personal Concert Speech
Taylor Swift shares a personal moment with the crowd before a quiet piano performance of “Clean.” Her spoken introduction and intimate arrangement give the song a moving…
Pop & Voices
Lanie Gardner Gives Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” a Home-Recording Setting
Lanie Gardner brings Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” into a simple home-recorded performance with a beautifully assured voice. Her relaxed delivery and warm phrasing give the familiar song a…
Pop & Voices
Victoria Anthony Sings to P!nk at Rogers Arena
Victoria Anthony gets a wonderful chance to sing for P!nk at Rogers Arena in Vancouver. With the microphone in her hands and her idol listening nearby, the…
Rock & Alternative
Eric Burdon Revisits the Animals’ “House of the Rising Sun” on Stage
Eric Burdon brings his unmistakable gravelly voice back to “House of the Rising Sun.” With a full band behind him, the Animals frontman gives the familiar song…
Instrumental & Classical
Amy Lee Carries “My Immortal” into an Orchestral Arrangement
Amy Lee gives “My Immortal” a moving orchestral setting with Evanescence. Piano, strings, and her expressive lead voice bring new depth to the familiar ballad, allowing its…
Pop & Voices
Lady Gaga Presents “Million Reasons” at the Royal Variety Performance
Lady Gaga pairs an elegant pink gown with an expressive “Million Reasons” at the Royal Variety Performance. Her focused vocal delivery gives the ballad a beautifully clear…
Pop & Voices
A Close Vocal Setting for Lady Gaga’s Oscars “Hold My Hand”
“Hold My Hand” becomes a beautifully intimate performance in Lady Gaga’s 2023 Oscars appearance. Her simple styling and direct delivery draw attention to the song itself, giving…