Despite some cringe-worthy singing, the coaches took the vocal misgivings of the participants in their stride, with Levine commenting to one journalist, “What you lack in vocal talent, you more than made up for with vigor.”
Shelton later advised one reporter who really got into the performance, "Maybe not as much crotch action next time."
Two major highlights of the night were Aguilera and Levine actually hitting the stage for impromptu duets with members of the press. First up was Aguilera: When Anthony Ramos of “Access Hollywood” (who should have been honored as the night’s bravest participant) opened the festivities with a “spirited” rendition of Aguilera’s debut single “Genie in a Bottle,” the songstress was more than happy to help close the number on a high note. (Ramos and Aguilera are pictured above.)
Levine next took to the stage with freelance reporter Brittany Frederick who almost out-sang Levine on his Maroon 5 classic “This Love.” “I can’t believe that happened,” revealed a bemused Frederick afterwards.