The Voice advances 2 of Alabama’s 3 contestants to the knockout rounds

The Voice may not be done with its battle rounds, but all three of Alabama’s contestants know where they stand ahead of the Monday, Oct. 27 and Tuesday, Oct. 28 episodes.  

Jazz McKenzie of Huntsville and Florence-raised Kirbi came out on top after their battles, during which two contestants duke it out in a duet performance, and only one gets to proceed. 

McKenzie’s battle took place Monday, Oct. 13, and Kirbi’s was Monday, Oct. 20. Both of their opponents were either saved by their coach or stolen by another.

Alex Brown, the singer-songwriter from New Hope, was not as lucky — he was eliminated after losing his battle on Tuesday, Oct. 14. 

Keep reading to see all the battles and when to catch McKenzie and Kirbi next. 

Check out the “battle” duets

Jazz McKenzie vs. Trinity — Oct. 13

These women from Michael Bublé’s team performed a stunning rendition of Jamiroquai’s “Virtual Insanity.” McKenzie came out on top, but their coach used his only “save” to keep Trinity on the show. 

Alex Brown vs. Liam von Elbe — Oct. 14

From Team Niall Horan, Brown and von Elbe performed a beloved classic, “Linger” by The Cranberries. New Hope’s contestant didn’t make the cut.  

Kirbi vs. Carolina Rodriguez — Oct. 20

Also on Team Horan, Kirbi performed “You Say” by Lauren Daigle alongside teammate Carolina Rodriguez. Kirbi was chosen to move on, and Rodriguez was “stolen” by Team Snoop Dogg.

What comes next?

The next round after battles will be knockouts. Artists are once again paired head-to-head, but they select their own songs to perform individually, and coaches will choose one winner of each pair. After that, just four artists per team will move on to the playoffs.

McKenzie and Kirbi’s next appearances have not been publicly announced, but the knockouts begin during the last episode of the battles, which airs Monday, Oct. 27.

Catch The Voice on NBC, which airs on local affiliate stations across the state. If you don’t mind not watching live, Peacock is NBC’s streaming service. Episodes go to Peacock a day after they air on NBC.

You can also watch it with a live TV streaming service, such as Youtube TV, Hulu Live TV or Sling TV.

Alabama’s artist bios from The Voice

Alex Brown

“Alex is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter whose musical journey began at the age of 9 when he first picked up a guitar. 

“Raised in a one-stoplight Alabama town listening to gospel, soul, rock, pop and his dad’s Elvis impersonations, he spent his early years performing in bands and writing and recording songs – even releasing a few in college. After graduation, he moved to Nashville and worked as a sound engineer at Ole Red Nashville Airport, where performers occasionally brought him onstage. 

“Management soon gave him a regular spot and a last-minute fill-in as guitarist turned into an ongoing gig, shifting him from behind the board to center stage. With encouragement from friends, bosses and wife Maddie, who works in music finance and sings alongside him at church, Alex fully began pursuing his artistry. 

“Today, he draws inspiration from his small-town roots to craft heartfelt songs that blend honesty and soul.” 

Jazz McKenzie

“Jazz is a powerhouse soul singer with roots that trace back to the heartfelt harmonies of her childhood church. 

“Her professional journey ignited in 2018 after a breakout performance in her hometown of Huntsville, where her raw, velvet-rich voice first captivated a crowd. What began as a pastime soon blossomed into an undeniable passion. While balancing a thriving career in sales, Jazz commands stages with a magnetic presence – from intimate lounges to grand private events. 

“In 2024, she headlined Huntsville’s renowned Panoply Arts Festival, a performance that opened doors to share stages with legends such as Doug E. Fresh, Chrisette Michele, Leela James, Avery*Sunshine and Kem. With her soulful tone, commanding delivery and captivating energy, Jazz continues to carve a name for herself as one of the region’s most compelling voices.”

Kirbi

“Kirbi’s music journey began in sixth grade during choir rehearsal. Her teacher overheard her singing, gave her a solo, and, so moved by her voice, urged her surprised parents to consider voice lessons. 

“Although she initially pursued a career in physical therapy, Kirbi realized that music was her true calling. She moved to Nashville, immersing herself in the country scene through performances and writing sessions. Her biggest performance to date was at Fort Lauderdale’s Riptide Festival in front of 15,000 fans, where she met Jelly Roll. 

“Inspired by her late grandmother, a devoted supporter of her music, Kirbi often includes her grandmother in her songwriting. When not performing, she finds peace and creativity at her parents’ floral farm, Flower Chick Farm in Alabama, a charming homestead with flowers, animals and a greenhouse that fuels her inspiration and keeps her grounded.”

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