[s9e1] The Blind Auditions Premiere May 2026

: Added versatile singer Mark Hood after a four-chair turn.

: Recruited young talent Braiden Sunshine and rocker Kota Wade. [S9E1] The Blind Auditions Premiere

: A 15-year-old artist who sparked a battle between Pharrell and Gwen . Despite Pharrell's high praise, Braiden chose Team Gwen . : Added versatile singer Mark Hood after a four-chair turn

The of The Voice aired on September 21, 2015 , on NBC. The episode featured the return of veteran coaches Adam Levine and Blake Shelton , alongside Pharrell Williams and Gwen Stefani , who rejoined the panel after a one-season hiatus. The night began with a traditional group performance , where the coaches sang a medley of each other's hits: Gwen sang "Neon Light," Blake sang "Don't Speak," Pharrell sang "Sugar," and Adam closed with "Get Lucky". Premiere Highlights and Key Auditions Despite Pharrell's high praise, Braiden chose Team Gwen

The first round of Blind Auditions showcased a wide variety of talent, ranging from seasoned professionals to young newcomers.

: A high school teacher and plane crash survivor who closed the premiere with a soulful rendition of "Angel Eyes" . He received a four-chair turn and chose Team Blake , becoming one of the season's early frontrunners.

: Delivered one of the most iconic auditions in the show's history with Sia’s "Chandelier" . His performance earned a four-chair turn and a standing ovation, eventually joining Team Adam .