‘The Voice’ Returns for Season 29 With New ‘Battle of Champions’ Format and Fan Favorite Judges
‘The Voice’ introduces a special format revamp for Season 29 with fan favorite coaches Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, and Adam Levine.
Kelly Clarkson, John Legend
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Key Points
The Voice: Battle of Champions premieres Spring 2026 with revamped format and fan-favorite coaches.
New format features competitive rounds, including returning all-stars and real-time audience voting.
Carson Daly returns as host; competition filmed at Universal Studios, airs on NBC and Peacock.
When The Voice returns for Season 29 in the spring, it will be introducing a special revamped format and will also have a revised name: The Voice: Battle of Champions. And to make sure that it lives up to its name, it will also feature fan favorite coaches: Kelly Clarkson, John Legend and Adam Levine.
As Season 29 will coincide with NBC Sports’ “Legendary February,” the landmark season will be infused with fast-paced, competitive elements inspired by both, delivering a fresh twist on the format that raises the stakes for coaches and artists alike.
Here’s everything we know about The Voice Season 29 so far.
What is the release date for The Voice Season 29?
Season 29 of The Voice will premiere with a two-hour episode on Monday, Feb. 23.
Who will host The Voice in Season 29?
Carson Daly — Source: Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC
Once again, Carson Daly will return as host of The Voice for the 29th time, making him the only original cast member who has appeared on every season.
Who are The Voice coaches for Season 29?
Kelly Clarkson
Kelly Clarkson — Source: Photo by: Art Streiber/NBC
John Legend
John Legend — Source: Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC
Adam Levine
Is there a promo for The Voice Season 29?
It’s too soon but check back and we’ll post as soon as it’s available.
What is the new format for The Voice: Battle of Champions?
The “Battle of Champions” format will run for four rounds, each featuring a distinct Voice first:
– Blinds: Coaches compete against each other in the “Triple Turn Competition” (vying for the most three-chair turns) with the winner gaining a special advantage in the next round.
–Battles: The coach with the most three-chair turns automatically earns a “Super Steal” for the Battles. This coveted prize can only be used once and trumps any other coach’s attempt to steal, guaranteeing a win.
–Knockouts: Each coach brings back two fan-favorite artists from their teams in previous seasons to compete in an “In-Season All-Star Competition.” All-stars represent their former coaches as they battle in head-to-head sing-offs. The coach with the most sing-off wins is guaranteed a second finalist in the finale. For this special episode, coaches call upon original Voice coach CeeLo Green to sit in on the competition and determine the winner of each All-Star Showdown.
Returning for Team Kelly are Girl Named Tom and Jake Hoot; for Team Legend, it’s Maelyn Jarmon and Renzo, and for Team Adam, returning are Jordan Smith and Javier Colon.
–Semi-Final and Finale Week: Kicks off with a Top 9 Semi-final and culminates in the Top 4 Finale. For the first time in show history, a new voting block comprised of super fans and past Voice artists will have the opportunity to get in on the fun firsthand, experiencing the competition as part of the in-studio audience voting for their favorites in real time during the semi-finals and finale.
Who will be the Mega Mentor for The Voice Season 29?
Again, it’s too soon. But it’s bound to be someone great if Season 27’s Sheryl Crow and LeAnn Rimes are any example.
Which coach has won The Voice the most times?
That would be former coach Blake Shelton, who has nine wins during his 23 seasons on the series. Kelly Clarkson trails him with four wins. Voice coach Adam Levine is in third place with three wins. Niall Horan and Michael Bublé have two wins. Coaches Christina Aguilera, Gwen Stefani, Usher, Pharrell Williams, Alicia Keys, John Legend, and Reba McEntire each have one win.
Which coaches on The Voice have never won?
How can I audition for The Voice in 2025?
The Voice is always casting. Visit the NBC The Voice official casting site to find out more about how to audition.
Where is The Voice filmed?
The Voice films at Universal Studios in Hollywood.
How to watch The Voice Season 29
You can watch The Voice on NBC or stream the next day on Peacock.
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