[s15e1] Blind Auditions Premiere, Night 1 ✨

: A country artist and war hero whose raspy cover of "She Used to Be Mine" sparked a classic battle between Kelly and Blake. Despite Blake's country roots, Mikele chose Team Kelly .

: Kicking off the season with "Ball and Chain," she impressed coaches not just with her soulful "stank face" vocals but also her synesthesia—a condition where she sees colors when hearing music. She joined Team Kelly . [S15E1] Blind Auditions Premiere, Night 1

Night 1 also introduced "," a digital companion series hosted by a fifth coach, Kelsea Ballerini . This twist allowed artists who didn't get a chair turn during the Blinds—like the first "Comeback" artist Ayanna Joni —a second chance to fight their way back into the Top 13. Premiere Teams at a Glance Kennedy Holmes "Turning Tables" Jennifer Hudson Sarah Grace "Ball and Chain" Kelly Clarkson Mikele Buck "She Used to Be Mine" Kelly Clarkson RADHA "Mamma Knows Best" Adam Levine Tyke James Adam Levine Tyshawn Colquitt "Like I Can" Jennifer Hudson Kameron Marlowe "One Number Away" Blake Shelton : A country artist and war hero whose