NBC’s ‘The Voice’: Adam Levine ridiculously ripped after Judith Hill, Sarah Simmons exit
In today’s case of “people freaking out for no good reason at all,” we bring you the latest that has unfolded when it comes to “The Voice” coach Adam Levine, and some comments that have redefined “getting taken out of context” over the past several hours.
Let’s start with what are actually the facts here. At the end of the results show that took place on Tuesday night, Adam was clearly shocked that both Judith Hill and Sarah Simmons, who were once favorites to win the whole competition, were both sent home on the same night. Then, he proceeded to say “I hate this country” in that ridiculously over-the-top way that he does when something does not go his way.
So for those of you who are thinking that Adam is some sort of terrible anti-American, tattooed, pop-rock loving spy from within, take a few deep breaths. We promise, it’s really not that bad. Adam posted a series of definitions to various words (such as “joke,” “humorless,” “lighthearted,” and “misunderstood”) on Twitter in an effort to make it crystal-clear that he was clearly not trying to be a jerk or disrespect America. It was just a comment made out of frustration, and one that he says in various forms all the time.
The question that most fans of “The Voice” should be asking themselves right now is if they really hate the voting patterns is: Should more then one country singer be allowed on the show? Blake Shelton is pretty much the only coach that you want to be with if you’re hoping to win on this show. If you make it to the live rounds, you can all but guarantee that you will make it that far if you are with Blake. If you’re not a country singer, this show doesn’t seem to be any good for you any more since Blake’s fan base is so dominant.
Are you willing to give Adam a pass over his comments, and do you wish that most people in the world would actually stop freaking out over the tiniest things imaginable? If you want to read our full review of Tuesday night’s episode, you can do so over at the link here.
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Polliannasue
June 4, 2013 @ 3:35 am
I really can’t believe how vicious people get over stupid petty things. I am not angry with Adam…so he was upset, who cares? He has a right to be upset. And as for Blake being popular….so are everyone else on the show. I have been a fan of the Voice from day 1. But I have to admit I will be sorry to see Shakira and Usher leave and Christina and Cee Lo return…don’t get me wrong…I like both Christina and Cee Lo, however the dynamics and chemistry was so strong this year. Usher and Shakira brought something very special to the show. Blake and Adam are absolutely the GREATEST! As for the question of Country….what is wrong with Country? Who are some of the greatest icons in our music history???? huh? Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Elvis Pressley, Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, June Carter….and I could go on forever…. and I have missed so many…I barely scratched the surface!
David Perkins
May 30, 2013 @ 6:27 am
Hear that? It’s the sound of excessive whining by some viewers of The Voice who think that country music fans hold too much power over the results. It’s time to stop whining and deal with it.
Of course country music fans have a ton of power! Not just on The Voice. Tate Stevens won the X-Factor. Two of the five finalists on American Idol including the runner-up (Kree Harrison/Janelle Arthur) are country artists.
Yes, The Voice, in particular, is a place where aspiring country singers can thrive. But, this is by design. One of the four coach chairs has been filled by a country singer since day one. Moreover, it has been filled by Blake Shelton, an apparently popular country artist who is unashamedly biased toward country singers. Shelton brings millions of country music fans to the show every week, and The Voice producers love it!
The fact that country music fans have a lot of voting power should come as a surprise to no one. But, does it guarantee that a country singer will win The Voice this year? Not if the fans of Michelle Chamuel have anything to say about it. But, Michelle’s (and Sasha’s) supporters will have to vote and buy iTunes to make it go their way. Whining won’t win.
For the record, and before you criticize me for the wrong reasons, I am NOT a country music fan, per se. The only country songs I like are by ‘country’ artists who cross over into Pop so frequently that most country music fans don’t consider them country music artists at all. My iPod has more Shakira than Maroon 5, and neither Usher nor Blake Shelton. I like Avril Lavigne, Amy Lee (Evanescence), and others of that edgy Pop ilk including, hopefully, Cassadee Pope — unless she turns too ‘country’ for my tastes. I voted for Angie Miller and Carly Rose Sonenclar. Now you know.
Emmy
May 30, 2013 @ 8:20 pm
Interesting. Well, I think most people are angry because the country artists left were never the best in the entire competition. Also, iTunes voting skews up the votes and automatically favors country artists. I was particularly angry about Tate Stevens winning over Carly Rose Sonenclar on the X Factor because she had superior talent. As much as I like Usher and Shakira, some kind of balance might be restored when Cee Lo and Christina return. And perhaps, The Voice might need to get rid of Blake Shelton, so, there’s no established country voting pattern.
Dragonfly
May 30, 2013 @ 3:10 am
3 years ago when I first saw “THE VOICE”, I did not like it. American Idol was my show. I The Voice” felt not that organized and talent fair. Last year I started to watch The Voice a little more often. American Idol was departing from the purpose, “talent” and more to focusing on American Idol marketing.
The Voice 2013, has been great, focused, great judges with appropriate connection and interaction. Quality training with each having like Scheryl Crow to work with them.
The talent and the professional presentations were fabulous
Now about Adam’s reaction, I think a lot of people were shocked and disappointed for Judith Hill. I was! Adam and all the work, sharing emotions, I see how an episode could happen and gone as soon as it came. Country is not what the show is about. Music has life of its own and usually moves with the moods of the time. 2012 into this year 2013 and forward mood is “Bring me Home”, Can’t Find Our Way Home” survive to have home. storms, bombs, killing, children killing children and mom’s killing their “babes”. make your own list. Country is the soul of becoming our own, the melting pot.
Daniele is the ONE, she brings us home. She has so many youthful assets, but she has THE VOICE and all that goes with it. A true STAR with a great coach and a purpose.
Dragonfly
JuddSmith
May 29, 2013 @ 9:14 pm
I do know one thing!!! I would never go on this show if I weren’t a country singer or willing to abandon whatever genre I was singing and become country (i.e. Cassidy Poop)!!!! The show needs a serious overhaul!!!
Algalhi
May 29, 2013 @ 8:58 pm
Of course Adam meant, “I hate how the country voted.” Yes! Let’s stop nitpicking!
Blake is a popular guy and his team reaps the benefit – doesn’t matter if his singer sings R and B, Pop or Country. He’s won twice and almost won the 1st season with Dia Frampton. His team likes that he allows them to sing what they want. A couple of contestants said they chose him because of that.