Programme website: bbc.in/1OO6ZSy Jolan performs McAlmont & Butler’s ‘Yes’, hoping to keep his place on #TeamRicky for the semi-finals. Download The Voice UK App now and be a HomeCoach Android: bit.ly/1BhBSw0 iOS: bit.ly/1DT9BeK
OMG THIS GUY IS IN A LEAGUE OF HIS OWN, HE DOESN'T NEED THIS SHOW BECAUSE HE IS BEYOND TALENT OR NEED OF RECOGNITION FROM ANYONE ELSE. HE IS JUST NATURALLY SUPREMELY GIFTED. A VOICE LIKE NO OTHER FOR SOMEONE HIS AGE. HIS SINGING IS FLAWLESS, EFFORTLESS, UNIQUE, AND HAUNTING.
+gefelice - Totally agree with you. This is by far the highlight of the series for me, and I hope with all that is in me that Jolan gets a recording contract. I'd pay to watch this guy live any time!
+gefelice - The kid can really, really sing but what really pissed me off was his TOTAL plagiarism of TTD's voice - down to virtually every single inflection and mannerism. That is not true soul (as evidenced by Jolan singing the winners song in almost a totally different voice altogether - I'll assume his real voice) . Funnily enough if you've ever listened to TTD's - now Sananda Maitreya - later work this song could easily have been written by him.
He's a kid it's natural for him to have trouble finding his own style and to lean on the style of others to start with. I suspect all artists do a bit of it as they find their way., (I'm not a musician but it's normal in most creative fields to lean on the talent of others whilst finding your own) It was a great performance.
Jolan is a naturally gifted, soulful singer, with brilliant breath control. He transits effortlessly up and down throughout all he sings, highlighting his wonderful falsetto range. He deserves to win and will go far. I am sure his mum will be proud watching over him.
jolan has done Ricky proud the yes song he did it better than the original singer have listened to it so many times his voice is just something else hope you go far xo
I love Jolan since the beginning. He had to go through, I think Ricky has 2 really amazing voices. I was hoping Jolan was going to do another emotional one. Purple rain as per comments below would be brilliant
How do you say The Voice UK S5 Winner ? Answer : JOLAN. The only one that keeps getting better and better with each single peformance with original, fresh and ultra exciting song picks by Coach Ricky. Absolute standout star of the show by a huge margin imo.
There's so much ring in Jolan's voice. It could pierce dense fog in London or Boston with laser-like ease. He has a unique wound, like terence trent D'Army, except better. That combination of power and control is rare. He's recording ready.
Absolutely brilliant performance, and actually better than the original! Please release this as a single so I can buy it! Jolan, you should have won.xx
Gobsmacked by the comments tonight, brilliant song choice, exciting arrangement, incredible performance. This is a hard song to sing and Jolene nailed it, loved it.
+marie levesley "Jolene"? Ha Jolan did nail it tho! I remem the original & this was way more dynamic and caught me instantly, so well suited! Their "comments" just had to be driven by some other motive as Jolan and #Team Ricky are killing it again , they just chose songs that aren't overplayed/obvious! They stood strong with some strong, emerging talent for Voice 2016!
Jolan is an amazing singer with a unique voice that is so very recognisable!. I wish this young man all the very best for the future. You will have made your Mom truly proud and I am sure she is smiling down on you as I write this.. Keep on singing Superstar..
+SuperYutoober I agree, will didn't even comment on him just went on about it being last show for BBC1, Ricky tweeted #just kevin which I thought was bad! He should of won in my eyes also shit songs for the final for him!
+Foxysarah definitely shit songs, he needed something epic to show his voice off, heard it through the grapevine is a great song, but not a big show off song. 'Yes' is still my favourite performance, the attack in his voice is spot on, where vocal skill and passion create something truly special . I think he will do well anyway - he's clearly got far more potential than any of the previous winners.
Jolan you are indeed the best singer of them all. You have a unique voice that does not compare to any other vocalist out there! A beautiful personality to go with it and i can see you have the kindest soul. Go Jolan!!!!!
One Word............... TALENT this lad is undoubtedly one of the best Artists EVER.... His VOICE ranges from Terrence Trent D'arby to Meatloaf, pray the music industry doesn't just chew him up & spit him out as he is WorldClass. Stay strong Jolan, stay humble, keep grounded, stay true to yourself.... rest assured if you have a concert people WILL buy tickets included us.. & we don't go to concerts but you're a LEGEND already. with love from TheBarnacles
I can’t believe he didn’t win! Just heard of Jolan in 2019 (today) and he’s fantastic! How someone with this talent isn’t a superstar I’ll never know. I’ve become a fan and taking in all his performances via RU-vid. I hope he’s still working on his music career because I want to hear more of that voice beyond what I can find on RU-vid today.
really glad how Ricky understands his contestants, choose the best song choice and bring the best out of them #teamricky smashing it all the way to finalsssss :)))))
Jolan should have won. His version of YES was outstanding and totally blew me away - dare I say that his version was better than the original by the great David McAlmont which is one of the best songs of all time. Absolute rubbish that Paloma had never heard of it. I thought that Jolan was completely at ease with the song and understood it totally hence the brilliant 'sarcastic move' in the middle when he turned back- so well timed. I do so hope that Jolan makes an album and please please put YES on it. He is a fantastic, charismatic performer with an outstanding voice and should have been THE VOICE
+Helen HMW yes! he does have a great tone and great stage presence,i just cant wait to see him perform at rock stadiums and other performances in the future :)))
perfect song for his voice, i am scratching my head how people in music had never heard this song, Anyway by far and away the best performance on the voice this year.
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Man...couldn't have done this...for either of them...beautiful and respectful for both...James knew and felt the pain and being an amazing performer felt Iam's pain and was able to cover for him...amazing for both men and was breathtaking to see😢
I liked the original but this is even better. If he released this as a single, it would be a smash. Don't know what the judges were wittering about; I think Ricky was right when he said they feel threatened by his dynamic duo. If there's any justice Kevin & Jolan will be the last two standing. Simply the best voices we've ever had on The Voice in the UK.
+MelMUFC99 Totally agree - this would make number one in a blink. Brilliant song choice, and I have an inkling not only the other judges feel a bit intimidated by this performance, but also (possibly) McAlmont & Butler themselves!
You all need to hear Joan sing purple rain or kiss from a rose there the two sang the first gig I ever heard of his band and omg! Purple rain literally made me cry!!!
Jolan also makes me feel safe when I listen to his voice I get totally lost in his music, he takes away any pain and lifts me higher, it feels so good and no other artist or tonic could do what Jolan does, he is a musical genius 💜
+Siobhan Feeley your so right. I can't understand the other judges critics?They should know to ignore the nerves also one of the stage girls seem to confuse him when she entered the stage near him
+Marie le prevost I don't think that was him getting confused at all - I think he was singing that line with sarcasm/disbelief (with her representing the girl in the song), his voice deliberately sliding off the note. Like... "after everything you did, you want to know how I am...??!". Nor did I get the impression he was nervous. To me, he seemed relaxed and confident, and absolutely fine with all of the choreographed movements around him, like a group of friends joining and leaving an informal session.
+Jackie1957able unique! Far the best with a difference,which is what we need to sell records. Have they all forgot this? All the others are having to dress outragiously to be noticed but jolan has it all in his voice....wow
Oh I love this guy's voice more than words could say - no matter what song Jolan sings he sings it better than the original. Every song will be a good song choice for Jolan, he is phenomenal and deserves every success, love & happiness in the world. I feel I'm his No.1 fan of all the billions of fans! 💜
"WOW" sing to the heavens or what "Just for your Mum".. "she will be so proud of you".. keep going, you have a great soul ! and it comes across in you voice.. well done.
