'The Voice' Recap: The Knockouts Continue & First-Ever Mic Drop Is Used
Michael Bublé introduced the first Mic Drop as the coaches reduced their teams during the Knockout Rounds in Season 28. This episode aired on Monday, November 3.
In this phase, coaches Reba McEntire, Niall Horan, Snoop Dogg, and Michael Bublé faced tough choices, eliminating one artist per matchup without the option of Saves or Steals. Each coach had one Mic Drop, granting one artist a spot to compete at the Rose Parade on New Year’s Day. Viewers will later vote for their favorite Mic Drop selection.
Team Snoop's Knockout Performances
Snoop Dogg’s team members, Toni Lorene and Natalia Albertini, both advanced from the Battle Rounds and competed head-to-head. Natalia performed Stevie Wonder's “I Wish,” while Toni sang “Lady Marmalade.”
“Natalia, your performance was spectacular, you’re gorgeous, I love your outfit. I guess if I had to pick one, I think I’d go with Natalia.” — Reba McEntire
“Toni is a machine. The stuff you can do with your voice … there’s something special about you.” — Niall Horan
Both Horan and Bublé leaned toward choosing Toni. Reflecting his pride, Snoop said, “I am a proud uncle.”
Current Status and Next Steps
With the Knockouts concluded, the teams are shaping up for the Playoffs. The coaches' final decisions here determine which artists move forward, setting the stage for the upcoming competition weeks.
Author's summary: The Knockout Rounds heightened competition tension on The Voice Season 28, with each coach making crucial final cuts and deploying the first-ever Mic Drop to spotlight standout performers.