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Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” gets a violin makeover by a talented teen. She played the classic and beloved tune beautifully, making it a rendition that you’ll return to repeatedly. Watch the short and delightful clip to listen to her jaw-dropping cover of “Dreams” by Fleetwood Mac.

When it comes to music, it really doesn’t get much bigger than Fleetwood Mac. They are a legendary rock band, responsible for some of the most iconic tunes of all time. Due mainly to Steve Nicks’ distinct and unique voice, their unmistakable sound is recognizable from a mile away. Surprisingly, they remain fairly active even after decades together, playing shows throughout the country and world.

Fleetwood Mac has an endless catalogue of songs, with one hit after another. “Go Your Own Way,” “Rhiannon,” “Gypsy” and “Landslide” are just a few of their tunes, which are instantly recognizable and loved by millions all over the world. Not only do people love listening to them play their hits, but many also enjoy covers of their songs, including one by a gifted young woman.

In the clip posted on YouTube, Karolina Protsenko performs Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams.” But instead of singing the words originally written and performed by Stevie Nicks, Karolina discards the familiar lyrics entirely. Instead, she delivers an awe-inspiring violin instrumental. It’s a lovely version of this tune from 1977.

While everyone is used to the lyrics being sung out by one of the most legendary singers in music history, there is still plenty to love about Karolina’s version of “Dreams.” Her performance is spot-on, nailing every note. Even the most ardent and rabid Fleetwood Mac fans will appreciate this instrumental version.

Also, no one will miss the lyrics not being sung because more than likely, they’ll add their own vocal track and sing along as Karolina expertly plays her violin.

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

This powerful ‘A Natural Woman’ duet on The Voice does more than wow; it stuns! I’ll be honest, I missed the live show last night. But thank God for the gift of the internet, because this morning I stumbled upon a clip that stopped me in my tracks.

Two names: Natalia Albertini and Yoshihanaa.

Their performance of ‘(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman’ on The Voice Battles was nothing short of breathtaking. I clicked play, and within seconds, I couldn’t move. Their voices blended so beautifully it felt like two colors of silk being woven together — one thread soft and soulful, the other bold and radiant.

You could hear the years of passion, the discipline, the faith behind the notes. It was more than music, honestly, it was a moment.

Yoshihanaa’s effortless range was stunning. As one fan wrote, “Yoshi did this without even trying — and you could tell she was holding back, too.” Another added, “She was already my favorite audition of the season, but she didn’t have to eat the performance up like that. What a talent!”

And yet, Natalia held her own with such grace and emotion that it brought a lump to my throat. Her voice may not have soared quite as high, but it reached deep. As one viewer said, “Natalia sang her heart out. She couldn’t compete on range and power, but she gave a better performance in terms of emotional connection to the song and heart. Absolutely worth a save.”

Even Snoop Dogg, their coach, couldn’t let her go. After declaring Yoshihanaa the winner, he used his only Battle Save of the season to keep Natalia, because what they created together was too special to end.

And it truly was. Their harmonies felt like church —a beautiful blend of power and praise, strength and surrender.

As I sat there this morning, coffee growing cold beside me, I just whispered, “Thank You, Lord. Thank You for music that moves the soul. Thank You for artists who pour out their hearts. Thank You for the internet that lets us see light and art and glory like this, even when we missed it live.”

Because this stunning duet between two women giving it everything they’ve got might just be my new favorite version of ‘A Natural Woman.’

It’s a reminder that God still works through harmony, humility, and the beauty of shared gifts.

James 1:17 “Every good and perfect gift is from above…” 

Have you watched this stunning ‘Fooled Around and Fell in Love’ duet on The Voice? You definitely don’t want to miss it! I didn’t get to catch The Voice live, life gets busy, and sometimes the dishes, the laundry, and everything else take over the evening. But thank the Lord for the gift of the internet, because I got to sit down this morning with a cup of coffee and watch Aaron Nichols and Daron Lameek absolutely nail their duet of ‘Fooled Around and Fell in Love.’

And let me tell you — I was floored.

It’s one of the best parts of watching the show online; you get all those powerful, goosebump-inducing moments in short clips. Just enough to make your heart swell and remind you how much joy music can bring. Watching these two sing together was pure delight. Their voices blended together like honey and smoke, smooth, soulful, and strong.

The way Aaron and Daron traded lines, smiled, and encouraged each other mid-song? Oh how I loved it! You could feel the fun they were having, and it drew you right in.

Honestly, they were jaw-dropping together. I hope they decide to collaborate again someday, because the Lord knows their fans would love it and so would I. It was that good.

When the judges’ reactions flashed across the screen, wide eyes, nodding heads, grins that said yes, this is special, I found myself smiling right along with them.

It’s moments like these that make me so grateful for the beauty of music and for the chance to catch glimpses of it, even after the live lights fade. Two voices, one stage, and a song that reminds us how deeply joy and talent can move a soul.

James 1:17 “Every good and perfect gift is from above…”

Listen to this beautiful makeover of the song ‘Ring of Fire’ by Johnny Cash. The singer in the video is Julianne Petersen, a member of the talented family band known as The Petersens. During her cover of ‘Ring of Fire’, Julianne is playing the mandolin, and her beautiful voice and range really shines with this music.

‘Love is a burning thing and it makes a fiery ring
Bound by wild desire, I fell into a ring of fire’

“I’ve been wanting to cover this Johnny Cash song ever since it got stuck in my head a few months ago, and I’m so excited to finally share it with you!” Julianne shares in the caption of her video.

This is such a stunning presentation of this classic Johnny Cash song. Many people online shared their praise for Julianne’s musical performance.

“Wow, Julianne, your music doesn’t just sound beautiful, it feels beautiful! And with this performance you just proved that simplicity can be the loudest beauty of all! You’ve got that rare magic where less truly becomes more. From the first note to the last breath, that heavenly beauty in your voice when you sing, well, that’s pure emotion!” comments one person on YouTube after watching the video.

“That is the most beautiful version of this song I've ever heard! You have an extraordinary and unique voice and amazing range. Thank you so much! Brilliant!” writes another person online.

When it comes to the history of ‘Ring of Fire’ by Johnny Cash, the song was written by June Carter and Merle Kilgore. It was initially recorded as ‘(Love's) Ring of Fire’ by June's sister, Anita Carter. The song became popular after Johnny Cash recorded it, and it appeared on his 1963 compilation album titled Ring of Fire: The Best of Johnny Cash.

We hope you enjoyed listening to Julianne Petersen’s rendition of ‘Ring of Fire’ today!
 

The first notes strum softly and suddenly, you can almost smell the salt in the air. The waves hush against the shore, the breeze plays through your hair, and the sun spills gold across the water. It’s the sound of love and memory, wrapped in melody as this timeless hit, ‘I Can’t Fight This Feeling’ gets a heartfelt cover. 

When Francis Greg joins forces with Music Travel Love, you get an extra dose of good fun. Their voices blend like the sea meeting the sky, so familiar, tender, timeless. The trio performs against the backdrop of an old, wrecked tanker resting on the sands, its rust and scars catching the last light of day. And somehow, that broken ship becomes beautiful again — a love song framed by redemption, waves, and wind.

One listener wrote, “I’m 63 years old. Time is flying by like sand in an hourglass. I remember this song and music from my teen years. Never gets old. Classic music. Beautifully done.”

That’s the beauty of this collaboration. It stirs the soul, reminding us of long drives with windows down, hands out the window catching wind, wondering if the love you felt was real or just a whisper that would fade by morning.

Another fan shared, “There is something so magical about adding Francis to your already amazing harmonies. This was another incredible collaboration!”

And it truly is. The way Francis Greg’s voice weaves effortlessly into Music Travel Love’s gentle harmonies feels like finding home again. It’s as if the three of them stepped into a song that had been waiting for them all along — a song about love that lasts, memories that hold, and faith that finds us even through the noise.

One viewer said it perfectly: “Please don’t ever stop. You give so much goodness to the world.”

You can feel God in this one — in the way the tide keeps rhythm with the music, in the joy of three voices becoming one, in the unseen grace that turns simple songs into sacred moments.

Perhaps that’s why this video resonates so deeply with the heart. Because we all long to feel again what these songs remind us of: that love doesn’t age, beauty doesn’t fade, and kindness can echo across oceans.

So turn it up. Share it with a friend!
Let the waves sing through your speakers.
Maybe even grab your spouse and dance barefoot in the kitchen while the world outside rushes on.

Because for a few moments, with Francis Greg and Music Travel Love singing in the breeze, it feels like time stands still. And grace, like a song, keeps rolling in. 

Ecclesiastes 3:11 “He has made everything beautiful in its time.”

“Let It Be” got a stunning country twist with this beautiful cover. The Beatles classic gets quite the rendition, and you’ve likely never heard the beloved tune performed this way. Watch the short and thoroughly enjoyable clip to listen to The Beatles’ classic “Let It Be” but with a country flavor.

The Beatles are easily the most influential band of all time. Decades after they broke up, their music is still played endlessly on the radio and everywhere else. Their many tunes even span generations, with everyone from grandparents to grandchildren singing along effortlessly to their songs whenever heard.

Even if you aren’t a fan of The Beatles (like me), it’s hard to deny their continued influence on music and musicians. The Beatles essentially invented modern pop music, with everything else that’s come after heavily borrowing from their work. That’s incredibly impressive, considering the Beatles broke up in the 1970s.

Since their songs are beloved worldwide, they are popular targets for covers, including “Let It Be.” However, this one goes in a decidedly different direction than you have ever heard before. It’s a country version, and surprisingly, it works to great effect.

“And when the broken-hearted people living in the world agree
There will be an answer, let it be
For though they may be parted, there is still a chance that they will see
There will be an answer, let it be”

If someone had told me to listen to a country rendition of “Let It Be,” I would have immediately passed, believing it would be horrible. And, well, I would have been very wrong, and this is coming from someone who is not a country music nor a Beatles fan.

It’s fantastic and likely to be one you return to repeatedly.  I understand that nothing will ever top the original, but this one is still pretty good, especially as far as covers go.

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

A trio delivered a jaw-dropping “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” performance on The Voice. It was a fantastic rendition from the three incredibly talented vocalists. Watch the short clip to listen to this delightful cover performance of the classic 1980s tune “Don’t You (Forget About Me).”

Many things in popular culture become closely associated with the time period and era in which they were released. It’s absolutely true. Think about it for a second. When someone mentions bell-bottom pants, airplane shirt collars or disco balls, you’ll immediately think of the 1970s. Likewise, lava lamps, poodle skirts and go-go boots are synonymous with the 1960s.

When it comes to the 1980s, many likely immediately jump to the popular films of that decade. “Pretty in Pink,” “Sixteen Candles” and “St. Elmo’s Fire” were all released in the 1980s. However, arguably the one most closely associated with cinema in the 1980s was “The Breakfast Club.” And it’s impossible to talk about that film without Simple Minds’ tune “Don’t You Forget (About Me).”

In a clip posted on YouTube, three contestants looking to continue impressing on The Voice took a swing at the 1985 song. And it was an absolute home run, delighting all four judges and the studio audience. Even if you do not like the original song, there is much to love about this immensely enjoyable cover.

Following the outstanding performance, all four judges sang their praises, showering them with compliment after compliment.  Snoop Dogg compared their rendition of the song heard at the end of “The Breakfast Club” to a “drive-in movie.”

“Man, that was groovy like a drive-in movie,” he said. “Oh, man, the way y’all work together, y’all look like a group.”

In the end, though, while everyone loved the performance, someone had to go home, and Reba was left to make that difficult decision.

Ephesians 5:19 “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;”

Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” has been transformed into a beautiful piano instrumental. This rendition of the beloved classic is one that you’ll return to repeatedly. Watch the short and most enjoyable clip to listen to this fantastic rendition of Frank Sinatra’s “My Way.”

Covers are not going anywhere. Musicians have been playing the songs previously written and recorded by others, likely since music came into existence. With the proliferation of social media platforms such as TikTok, Facebook and Instagram, they will only continue to grow. On YouTube, there are hundreds, possibly even thousands, of pages full of nothing but videos where people perform other highly recognizable, beloved songs.

While covers are here to stay. That doesn’t just mean covers have to be nothing but duplicates and carbon copies of the original version. In fact, it’s actually better if some originality and artistry are included in a cover. That will only make them better. It helps them stand out while remaining true to the original song.

In a clip posted on YouTube, one person performs Frank Sinatra’s “My Way.” This is a song that you are likely more than familiar with, as it’s been around for quite some time. However, instead of simply singing the song, trying to imitate Frank’s unmistakable voice and musical style, this musician removes all those words.

This version is a stupendous instrumental, with the musician playing the tune we all know and love. Additionally, graphics are added at the top of the screen, as if the excellent piano performance wasn’t enough to keep you watching. They continually fall toward the screen, resembling a game of Tetris.

Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” is a tune that doesn’t need the words added because, like most people, you’re likely adding your vocals whenever you listen to it.

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

A young woman delights with her charming cover of “Take Me Home, Country Roads.” This spectacular rendition of the John Denver classic will have you singing along. Watch the short but thoroughly enjoyable clip to listen to this little lady’s stupendous cover of “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” a song that is near and dear to the hearts of many.

Most people love traveling, going on vacation and experiencing new things. It’s an opportunity to get away from the familiar and the everyday and see what else the world has to offer. The world is full of incredible, breathtaking sights, sounds, tastes and smells, but unfortunately, we only have so much money and vacation days.

However, regardless of how much we might enjoy getting away and getting some rest and relaxation, eventually, we’ll long for the familiar. We’ll wish we were home, to the place where we’re most comfortable and know best. As anyone who has been away from their home and their loved ones for an extended time knows, homesickness is real.

In a clip posted on YouTube, a young woman performs John Denver’s classic about returning home, “Take Me Home, Country Roads.” Her rendition is fantastic, demonstrating her abundance of musical talent as she performs and sings the lyrics originally written and sung by the late country/folk singer.

“Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads”

Even people who aren’t John Denver fans or don’t particularly appreciate country/folk music still know and appreciate that tune. How can you not? It has one of the simplest yet incredibly catchy choruses of all time. It’s a song that, if you hear it once, it will be stuck in your head for the rest of the day. 

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Oh friend, you have to see this—because I’m still smiling, still tapping my foot, and maybe even humming under my breath like it’s 1952 again. You can’t help but watch REO Speedwagon’s ‘Take It On The Run’ as it gets a fun 60s girl group makeover. 

I stumbled upon something that felt like discovering an old record player in the attic—dusty, charming, full of nostalgia—and the moment the needle dropped, it transported me straight back to the golden age of swing and sass. It’s Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox performing one of our favorite hits of all time—and it’s pure, glittering magic. 

From the first note, you’re swept into a technicolor world where every hemline swishes, the dresses are vivid greens and buttery satins, and the hairstyles curl just so—like a scene from a 1940s supper club where the air hums with brass and laughter. The band swings, the vocals flirt, and that familiar rock ballad becomes something altogether new—like hearing an old story told by candlelight for the very first time.

And can I tell you? It’s good clean fun. The kind that makes you want to grab your sweetheart’s hand, or twirl a wooden spoon in the kitchen like it’s a microphone. You’ll feel that old joy again—the kind we’ve almost forgotten, when music wasn’t just heard but felt.

One listener said it best: “When PMJ covers a song I’ve heard dozens of times, I finally understand all the lyrics.”

Isn’t that the beauty of it? Taking what was once familiar and uncovering its heart all over again. So yes, you’ll want to add this one to your playlist. It’s got pizzazz, sass, and soul stitched right into every note.

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox—bringing us “Today’s Hits, Yesterday” since 2010. A home for all of us old souls who love when music wears pearls and red lipstick.

Welcome down the PMJ rabbit hole. Just wait till you hear this one.

Ecclesiastes 8:15 "So I recommend having fun, because there is nothing better for people in this world than to eat, drink, and enjoy life."

Check out this stunning performance on The Voice of Jackie Wilson’s ‘Lonely Teardrops.’ The singer on stage is Elias Gomez, and he amazed the judges with his rendition of this song. You can hear that his voice has an emotional ache to it with a vibrant tone that totally captivates.

‘My heart is crying, crying
Lonely teardrops
My pillow's never dry of lonely teardrops
Come home, come home, just say you will, say you will’

The song ‘Lonely Teardrops’ was written by Berry Gordy Jr., Gwen Gordy, and Roquel "Billy" Davis, and it was first recorded and released as a single in 1958 by R&B singer Jackie Wilson. It became such a big hit, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame named ‘Lonely Teardrops’ one of the "Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll". Then in 1999, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

On The Voice, Elias Gomez covers the song in his own way, and the judges – Reba McEntire, Snoop Dogg, Michael Bublé, and Niall Horan – were all very impressed.

“I’ve got one space left, and I was like, ‘Let this last space be for the king, for the star,’” shared Michael Bublé. “And then I’m back there and I hear a dude take a Jackie Wilson song, and you crushed it. Jackie Wilson is looking down, and he’s going like, ‘Mm-hmm.’”

Snoop Dogg shared how he really enjoyed the uniqueness of the performance. “I know that record, but I’ve never heard it sung in that style, and you were really good at doing it,” he said. “No matter what team you end up on, I think you’re gonna be in great hands, because you’re on a show with people that really enjoy people like you and what you do.”

“That was absolutely amazing. We were rocking out back there!” said Niall Horan.

What an incredible performance and we can’t wait to see what Elias Gomez sings next!

All four coaches turned their chairs around for a contestant’s electrifying performance on The Voice. The young woman’s dazzling and jaw-dropping audition caused some of the biggest names in music to sit up and take notice. Watch the short but powerful clip to listen to and see this talented singer wow the coaches and the studio audience.

Despite what it may seem when watching episodes of The Voice, American Idol and America’s Got Talent, not everyone who auditions makes it onto those programs. Sure, especially in the case of American Idol, a hard-luck, depressing backstory may help your chances of making it on the show. However, the person auditioning must still have an abundance of talent.

This is doubly true for anyone trying out for The Voice because the judges face away from the contestants when they take the stage. Only their voice will cause them to flip their chairs around. One young woman’s powerhouse of a voice while singing a beloved R&B tune caused all four judges to turn their chairs.

Trinity, a 24-year-old from Connecticut, sang En Vogue’s “Don’t Let Go,” which was fantastic! Within seconds of her outstanding and jaw-dropping audition, it became clear that she had been blessed with an angelic voice. But she continued to surprise. Whenever you thought she had reached her ceiling and demonstrated all that her voice was capable of, she did more and more.

The longer her audition went, the better her vocal performance got. She reached for and hit several very high notes, earning her a four-chair turn and high praise from the judges.
While all four judges were thoroughly impressed with Trinity’s audition, Snoop Dogg gave her the biggest compliment when trying to convince her to join his team.

“So, that song is an En Vogue song, and it’s sung with four women,” he said. “The way you held that song down by yourself without all of those backgrounds and ad-libs, that’s strength. That’s power. You remind me of Donna Summer. You just up there looking like a superstar.”

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Check out this wonderful cover of the timeless hit ‘Still the One’ by Orleans. The performance is done by the talented group Foxes and Fossils. They are known for doing an eclectic collection of great covers that span generations, and they sure hit it out of the park with this cover!

‘We've been together since way back when
Sometimes I never wanna see you again
But I want you to know, after all these years
You're still the one I want whisperin' in my ear’

This song is such a timeless classic! ‘Still the One’ was written by Johanna Hall and John Hall, and it was recorded by the soft rock group Orleans on their album Waking and Dreaming, which was released in 1976. The song ended up reaching No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100.

In this cover, the group Foxes and Fossils takes the lead on Orleans’ smash hit. “Known for its soaring harmonies and heartfelt delivery, this Foxes and Fossils cover captures the same magic that made the original a staple of the ’70s while adding the unique F&F touch that fans love,” reads the caption of this YouTube video.

Many fans online shared their thoughts about this cover from Foxes and Fossils, and they only had high praises to share.

“This is the best cover of this timeless classic I have ever heard, and naturally, it comes from Foxes and Fossils. Bravo!” comments one person after watching the video.

“You guys are definitely still the one! Outstanding on harmonies, instrumentation, and the lead vocals - everything! Love it!” writes another person online.

This is one of those songs that just immediately lifts your mood! Foxes and Fossils are such a talented group, and it looks like they have such a great time performing together. We hope you enjoyed listening to their cover of ‘Still the One’ today!

A group of youngsters wowed with their powerful a cappella performance on The Jennifer Hudson Show. Very early in their appearance on the popular program, it's apparent that the children have been blessed greatly with an abundance of musical talent. Watch the short but jaw-dropping clip to listen to these incredibly gifted children perform an a cappella rendition of a beloved tune.

Everyone has been blessed with a different, unique set of skills and talents. Some people might be good at working with their hands, while others may be skilled speakers, able to captivate a crowd with the spoken word. Some may have more than others, but we all have one or two areas in which we are naturally gifted.

As shows like American Idol, The Voice and America's Got Talent have made it entirely clear, a lot of people believe they are gifted, talented singers. Many of those individuals are correct, while others have been deceived and are incorrect in their musical abilities. Singing is a talent like any other. People either have it or they do not. A clip posted on YouTube shows four little ones who clearly have it.

The youngsters, who call themselves The Brown Four, performed an a cappella rendition of "I'll Take You There," the 1972 classic by The Staple Singers. And it's absolutely fantastic! It's a rendition that you could listen to repeatedly and never tire of it.

Each of the four children has an outstanding voice and incredible range, which they all demonstrate at various points throughout their dazzling performance. Not only are they individually talented, but the four children's harmonies are literally music to the ear. Just when you think they've done everything they can do, they continue to demonstrate their incredible, mind-blowing amount of God-given talent.

How can children that young sound that good and be that talented?

Colossians 3:16 "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord."

Listen to this stunning a cappella rendition of the song ‘I’m a Man of Constant Sorrow.’ The singer in the video is Sam Robson, who does an incredible job of singing and putting together all the different parts of the song. And the visuals of the music video are just as interesting!

‘I am a man of constant sorrow
I’ve seen trouble all my days
I bid farewell to old Kentucky
The place where I was borned and raised’

The song ‘I’m a Man of Constant Sorrow’ was written by Dick Burnett and made famous by the Stanley brothers. Many other musicians recorded versions of the song in the 1960s, including Bob Dylan. Sam Robson says that he grew up hearing this tune because his mother played it frequently. He also shares details about the creation of the visuals for this music video.

“The visuals contain a video screenshot of my Digital audio Workstation,” he says in the caption of the YouTube video. “I did once before on my Stevie Wonder arrangement, I brought it back because it represents the sense of journey and motion that this song has across its 5 verses. Hope you like it!”

What an impressive arrangement by Sam! And many people online shared their thoughts on his music video.

“Wow! This caught me off guard,” writes one person online. “I love this rendition of yours!”

“I love your arrangement, your voice is killer, your editing superb, etc etc! You crushed it yet again! Thank you for all the time and effort you put into these and thank you for sharing your gift with all of us! I love the light you bring to the world!” comments another person on YouTube after watching the music video.

We hope that you enjoyed listening to this rendition of ‘I’m a Man of Constant Sorrow’ today!

Check out this talented teen as he stuns the audience and judges on The Voice with his cover of ‘I Want You Back’ from The Jackson 5. The young singer is 14-year-old Max Chambers from Shreveport, Louisiana. His singing is sure to make you smile from ear to ear!

‘When I had you to myself, I didn't want you around
Those pretty faces always made you stand out in a crowd
But someone picked you from the bunch, one glance was all it took
Now, it's much too late for me to take a second look’

As soon as Max starts singing, the four coaches can be seen immediately dancing in their chairs. Reba McEntire, Snoop Dogg, Michael Bublé, and Niall Horan are all loving the joy and fun that Max brings to the stage. And Michael Bublé and Reba McEntire end up turning their chairs around during Max’s audition.

“I think you have fun entertaining, don’t you?” Reba says to Max after he finishes singing ‘I Want You Back.’ “Yes ma’am,” replies Max with a big smile on his face. “I know we’d have fun if you chose me as your coach,” says Reba.

Michael Bublé goes on to tell Max about the infectious energy he brought to his performance. “The joy you just brought the whole room is immense. You’re 14. It’s gonna be crazy for people to watch how much you grow,” Michael shares. “Your runs are great. Your pitch is great. Sometimes it’s about controlling stuff, and that’s okay. That’s what my job is as a coach. You’re awesome, and I’d love to hang with you, man.”

Many people online also shared their praise for Max and his performance.

“Just the way this young man carried himself spoke volumes! Kudos to the parents raising a gentleman. Also, he is genuine in his sincerity! Keep your eyes on this one!” writes one person online.

“He’s a contender. I think he’ll be in the finale. He’ll give those adults a run for their money,” comments another person.

We hope you enjoyed seeing Max Chambers perform ‘I Want You Back,’ and we can’t wait to see what he does next on The Voice!

Listen to this talented band perform a soulful rendition of ‘Come and Get Your Love’ by the band Redbone. The band in the video is called September In The Park. They do an outstanding job with this cover, and their music will make you want to dance and sing along!

‘Hail (hail) What′s the matter with your head? Yeah
Hail (hail) What's the matter with your mind, and your sign and? Oh
Hail (hail) Nothing the matter with your head, baby, find it, come on and find it
Hail with it, baby, ′cause you're fine and you're mine and you look so divine’

This is one talented band! Some of the people in the group include Glenn Carvin on the keyboard, Ian Michael Bruh on lead vocals, Keyla Acker on background vocals, Joel Powell on bass, Steve Rieck on guitar, and Melly Baldwin on drums. They all did such an incredible job on this cover of ‘Come and Get Your Love’! Many people online shared their praise for this performance from September In The Park.

“I just discovered this band on YouTube and am slowly working my way through their catalog. What a pleasure!” one person comments after watching the music video.

“The entire band once again delivers in style with this lively take on Redbone’s ‘Come and Get Your Love.’ Joel Powell’s five-string bass radiates pure energy, his enthusiasm practically leaping from the strings. And then there’s Keyla Acker — her dance moves are irresistible, making it almost impossible not to leap from your chair and move along with her. Altogether, it’s a performance bursting with joy, groove, and infectious spirit,” another person writes online.

The group September In The Park is known as the ultimate Earth, Wind & Fire and Chicago Tribute band. And they have started to share covers online of some of the greatest songs ever recorded. We hope that you enjoyed their music today!

A unique rendition of a Sam Cooke classic earned the very rare four-chair turn on The Voice. This young man’s take on this beloved tune is unlike any version you have ever heard. Watch the short but jaw-dropping clip to listen to the talented musician perform Sam Cooke’s classic “Bring It on Home.”

On American Idol, America’s Got Talent and The Voice, those hoping to make it onto those shows are constantly auditioning with covers. Sure, a few people will sing and perform their own material, but those instances are few and far between. Anyone who watches those programs with any regularity understands that it’s cover performances 99.9 percent of the time.

Now, every judge on those shows has likely heard almost every song imaginable covered in 1,000 different ways. So, to stand out and have their talent shine through, a contestant must take some risks and change things up a little to make the judges sit up and take notice, to draw them in. That was precisely what one young man did during his audition on The Voice, causing the four judges to flip their chairs around for him.

In the clip posted on YouTube, it becomes clear relatively early on that Dustin Dale Gaspard has a ton of talent and that something special is about to happen. He starts his audition by playing the harmonica, which no one ever does.

But it gets even better.

He then starts singing the song, demonstrating his unique and distinctive voice as he belts out the lyrics originally written and performed by Sam Cooke. Then, Dustin changes things again and starts singing those memorable and iconic lyrics in French, a move that blows all four judges away. The judges then hit their buttons one by one, flipping their chairs around to face the young man.

This was such a spectacular performance!

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Sometimes a voice slips through the cracks of an ordinary Tuesday night and stills you, right where you are.  This Country crooner stuns with The Judds’ classic ‘Why Not Me’ on The Voice. She’s the kind of voice that feels like church pews and gravel roads, like the warmth of your grandmother’s quilt and the edge of a late summer storm. That’s what happened when Cori Kennedy walked onto The Voice stage and opened her mouth.

Cori’s voice—low, throaty, honey-smooth with a rasp of gravel—carried the song like it was stitched into her very bones. You could almost hear Naomi and Wynonna smiling down, because this wasn’t just a cover; it was a remembering, a revival. A reminder of what country music sounds like when it’s wrapped in both grit and grace.

And just when you thought you’d already fallen in love with her, she did something no one expected. She strummed out a playful song she wrote for the judges themselves—a musical love note that was as much wit as it was wonder:

Well, I’m just a girl from a zero-stoplight town 
Minnesota roots, wearing hand-me-downs
From dreaming in the dark, I step out and rejoice
My grandma won’t believe me that I’m singing on The Voice

For Snoop, a nod to his rhythm and rhyme, balanced with her Willie Nelson roots:

Snoop, I didn’t grow up to your rhythm or your rhyme
But I know Willie Nelson, so I think we’ll be just fine

For Reba, heartfelt thanks for raising her on TV and through red-headed grit:

Miss Reba, you raised me right on the sitcom screen
A single mom working two jobs
My red-head fancy queen 

For Nial, a wink at her teenage crush era:

Nail, your happy smile lit up my teenage days
I was only smitten for Harry in my One Direction Phase

For Michael Bublé, a laugh-out-loud line about frozen Minnesota cars:

Mr. Bublé, you sing like a Christmas star
But have you ever tried to jumpstart a frozen Minnesota car?

It was clever, it was fresh, and it was joy—pure joy—wrapped in melody. The kind of moment that makes even jaded judges lean in with grins they can’t hide.

But what really lingers is this: Cori’s heart. She’s the kind of artist who gets us—she’s telling the story of small towns, single moms, teenage crushes, and frozen nights we all know too well. She’s the kind of voice that can gather us all around the table and remind us that music, at its best, makes us feel less alone.

One fan said it best: “That rasp. The growl. The high end. Pure country stardom waiting to happen. Love this gal.”

Yes. Love this gal. Because when you hear Cori Kennedy sing, you don’t just hear music—you hear possibility. And you can’t help but whisper to your friend, “Did you see her on The Voice? You have to.”

Zechariah 4:10 “Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin.”

I wasn't looking for a new version, but I know you will love this beautiful cover of ABBA’s ‘Mamma Mia’, and this sweet singer nailed it with all that disco sparkle and impossible-not-to-dance energy. This girl took one of the most joyful songs ever recorded and turned it into candlelight.

Maybe you remember Connie—that tiny six-year-old who walked onto the Britain's Got Talent stage in 2007 with a gap-toothed smile and sang ‘Over the Rainbow’ like she'd been carrying it in her pocket her whole short life. She came in second that year, but nearly two decades later, she's still here, still finding ways to make familiar songs feel like gifts we're opening for the first time.

When Connie sits at her piano to perform ‘Mamma Mia,’ everything slows down—the tempo drops. The playfulness softens. Those bouncy ABBA chords become something tender, almost achingly so. She's surrounded by soft candlelight, and you can feel that hush that comes when flames flicker and the world outside fades.

And then she sings. That's when you realize what she's done. She's taken a song about being hopelessly drawn back to someone and turned it into a love letter. Her voice, smooth as silk and warm as honey, wraps around the melody with such tenderness. "Your voice just keeps getting smoother and smoother," one fan wrote. "Like liquid gold to my ears. And gold twinkles in my eyes, as you are one stunning woman."

Another listener said, "Didn't realise I wanted a ballad version of this song until now, it sounds beautiful."

Here's what Connie does better than just about anyone: she doesn't copy. She reimagines. She takes a song we all know by heart and asks, But what if we slowed down? What if we felt this instead of just sang along? One fan captured it perfectly: "Connie, you always manage to make your covers beautifully your own. 'Mama Mia' is no exception. I love it!"

Another simply said, "Simply beautiful! Thank you Connie." And yet another marveled, "Connie, how can you manage to always deliver the most beautiful covers and songs!?"

I played her version three times in a row the first night I heard it. Then I got up and swayed in my kitchen, eyes closed, letting that voice wash over me like grace as I put away the dishes. Because sometimes we need permission to slow down. To let a simple, familiar song remind us that beauty still exists in the pauses, in the gentle moments, in the space between one note and the next.

So tonight, light a candle. Find Connie's ‘Mamma Mia.’ Let yourself sway. Let yourself exhale a sigh you didn't even know you'd been holding. Because even ‘Mamma Mia’ can be holy when someone sings it with this much heart.

Colossians 3:16  "Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts."