The Voice Recap: Season 29 Episode 3 'The Blind Auditions Part 3'

Coaches vie to discover the next singing sensation on the third night of Blind Auditions

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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On the third night of Blind Auditions for Season 29 of The Voice, coaches Adam Levine, Kelly Clarkson, and John Legend competed to recruit the most promising contestants for their teams. Standout performers included KJ Willis, Houston Kelly, Ashley Marina, Aziz Guerra, and Mikenley Brown, who all earned chair turns from the judges. The episode featured a mix of musical styles, from R&B and country to Spanish mariachi, showcasing the diverse talent pool vying for a spot on the show.

Why it matters

The Voice remains one of the most popular singing competition shows on television, drawing millions of viewers each season. The Blind Auditions are a crucial early stage that sets the tone for the rest of the season, as the coaches build their teams and begin to strategize for the battles and live shows ahead. Strong performances during this phase can launch contestants into the national spotlight and catapult their music careers.

The details

The episode featured several standout auditions, including KJ Willis' soulful R&B performance that earned him spots on Team John and Team Kelly, Houston Kelly's bluesy country take on 'Walking in Memphis' that landed him on Team Kelly, and 18-year-old Ashley Marina's powerful rendition of 'Tonight I Wanna Cry' that led her to join Team John. Other highlights included Aziz Guerra's all-Spanish mariachi number that impressed Adam, and 15-year-old Mikenley Brown's unique spin on 'Teenage Dream' that earned her a spot on Team Kelly.

  • The episode aired on Tuesday, March 9, 2026.
  • It was the third night of Blind Auditions for Season 29 of The Voice.

The players

Adam Levine

A coach on The Voice and former lead singer of the pop rock band Maroon 5.

Kelly Clarkson

A coach on The Voice and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Since U Been Gone' and 'Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)'.

John Legend

A coach on The Voice and EGOT-winning singer, songwriter, and producer known for songs like 'All of Me' and 'Glory'.

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