Arroe Collins That Voice: A Decade With The Performers On NBC's The Voice

Arroe Collins That Voice: A Decade With The Performers On NBC's The Voice

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  • Reagan Strange From NBC's The Voice
    Reagan is one of the youngest artists in the competition and has dreamed of becoming "The Voice" since watching Season 1 when she was just six years old. After performing at local fairs for two years, Reagan got the chance to sing the national anthem for 16,000 people at a Memphis Grizzlies game, and she was a real show-stopper. She loves to use her music to spread joy and happiness. She currently performs once a month at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Reagan is a straight-A student and dreams of attending Georgia Tech to study engineering.

    If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?
    9 min
  • Franc West From NBC's The Voice
    Franc spent his childhood watching his mother lead and direct the church choir. Inspired, he quickly learned to play the piano and drums, but didn't discover his voice until joining the Navy. Franc infused music into his position as a cadence caller, making up songs instead of yelling the traditional "left, right, left" until he was honorably discharged. After nearly a decade of indie songwriting, recording and open mic nights, he moved to Atlanta to pursue music on a larger scale. His goal is to show his 12-year-old son how to pursue and achieve his own dreams.

    If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?
    11 min
  • Patrique Fortson From NBC's The Voice
    Patrique grew up in the music industry... quite literally. By the time he was six years old, Patrique had signed to a record label and became the youngest gospel recording artist ever. He spent two years touring the United States until the label suddenly went bankrupt. Patrique put music on a long pause as he pursued a career in the insurance industry. The discovery of R&B beyond his gospel roots reignited Patrique's passion for music. He is now ready to fully pursue his dream of being a singer.

    If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?
    21 min
  • Terrence Cunningham From NBC's The Voice
    As the nephew of legendary blues guitarist Etta Baker, Terrence has music in his DNA. He started playing the piano at just 3 years old and by 13, Terrence began getting paid as the music director of his church. Three short years later, Terrence found out he would be a father at the age of 16. With the support of his family, Terrence and was able to co-parent and still focus on his musical talents. Terrence has spent time performing all over the country and even toured South Africa for a couple months. In his move to Los Angeles, he booked a gig playing piano for Nate Ruess from the band Fun.

    If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?
    14 min
  • Gary Edwards From NBC's The Voice
    Gary currently works as an IT processor, but his true passion has always been teaching music to kids. Feeling pressure to study a subject other than music, Gary studied elementary education instead. While in school, Gary worked as a school janitor and spent his nights in the music room teaching himself piano. After some difficulties, Gary began taking on some small singing opportunities and briefly taught preschoolers at the First Presbyterian Arlington Church. Now, "The Voice" is Gary's first big chance to make it as an artist.

    If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?
    12 min
  • Austin Allsip From NBC's The Voice
    When Austin was 19 he went on tour with his Emmy-award winning guitarist dad, Tommy Allsup, and his band “Bob Will’s Texas Playboys.” In 2005, Austin put out his first record and went on a national tour. Later that year he performed at an event hosted by 99.5 “The Wolf” that featured Blake Shelton as part of the lineup. Since then Austin has played in about 150 shows a year. He met his wife at one of his shows and they now have two children.

    If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?
    10 min
  • Jackie Verna From NBC's The Voice
    In 2012, Jackie was T-boned by a car that ran a red light. The accident left Jackie with severe physical injuries and a loss of confidence in her future. Her dreams of moving to Alabama and cheering in college were halted. Jackie spent the first few months inside after the accident, not ready to face the outside world. She quickly turned to the keyboard her aunt had gifted her and music became the key to her recovery. Country music allowed Jackie to infuse her emotions and story into its narrative style. She went on to attend Penn State and as her confidence grew, Jackie began performing at local open mics. This is her first big performance.

    If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?
    20 min
  • Mia Boostrom From NBC's The Voice
    Mia has been playing piano, singing and songwriting for most of her life. After making the semi-finals on a talent competition show ("America's Got Talent") at 15, Mia was bullied online for her weight. This left her self-esteem shattered and drive to pursue music dwindling. After years of hiding and unhealthy practices, Mia decided to no longer allow others to influence her. Mia adopted healthy eating habits, exercise and embraced her music again. In Boston, Mia plays open mics and weddings all over the city. While not performing, she gives music lesson to kids, infusing her own personal self-love sentiment.

    If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?
    9 min
  • Jorge Eduardo From NBC's The Voice
    Jorge grew up in Guadalajara to a Latin Grammy-nominated mariachi father and musical mother. Jorge is no stranger to "The Voice" franchise: He received a four-chair turn on Mexico's "La Voz" and made it to the final four on J Balvin's team. Following this success, Jorge moved to Texas where he performs as a wedding and event singer. Jorge also began teaching himself recording software so he can record his own music independently. He hopes to make "The Voice" (U.S.) his American dream.

    If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?
    18 min
  • Tish Haynes Keys From NBC's The Voice
    From and current city St. Louis, MO Tish often sang in church where her father was a preacher. At just 14, Tish found out she was pregnant and prematurely gave birth to her daughter, Ashlynn. Tish's parents were key in helping her raise her daughter while she went to college. Twelve years later, Tish gave birth to her son and faced the tragedy of losing both her parents within 18 months of each other. She found support in her husband, Tobias, and his four children. A night of karaoke led to a regular gig at a local bar. Tish quickly established herself as a soul singer in St. Louis. Tish now has her own soul band, but "The Voice" is her chance to see if she has what it takes to make it outside of St. Louis.

    If you could share a conversation with a seed before it becomes a tree would you speak of its future fruit or would it be all things right now?
    17 min

About Arroe Collins That Voice: A Decade With The Performers On NBC's The Voice

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Since 2016, I've hosted over four hundred conversations with the most amazing creative talent featured on NBC's The Voice. Sharing the stories as they were unfolding.  Over the next fifty weeks…