UNIVERSAL CITY, CALIFORNIA: 'The Voice' Season 24 singer Gillian Smith failed to get any chair turn during the blind audition round. Despite getting rejected from NBC's singing competition show, it seems Gillian has not lost hope.
The 20-year-old country singer is flourishing in her singing career. And, she recently shared the stage with 'The Voice's ex-coach Blake Shelton.
In June, 2023, Gillian uploaded a line up of the Barefoot Country Music fest. The poster had Blake's face on it with various singer's names. And, to everyone's astonishment, one of the names was of Gillian.
She shared the picture of the poster on her Instagram, saying, "Catch me on the Miller Light Main Stage today at @barefootcountrymusicfest !! Super excited to be playing on a day with such amazing talent!"
Country music singer is a Cumberland Valley High School graduate and local Fallfest opener. She has released her debut single 'Guess You Couldn't.'
Gillian has also bagged the Best Female Country Artist award at the 2023 Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame ceremony. The singer revealed in her audition round that she does skin care as a day job.
'The Voice' Season 24: Gillian Smith's rendition of 'Heart Like a Truck' gets no chair turn
Gillian performed on 'Heart Like a Truck' by Lainey Wilson. Sadly, she did not get any chair turn during the audition round. Gilliam sounded nervous during her audition round.
Her voice trampled and pitches were off. Niall Horan believed the son was too big for her. On the other hand, Gwen Stefani suggested Gillian gain control over the vibrato in her lower register.
Believing Gillian could do much better, the judges unanimously decided to not turn their chairs.
Gillian Smith's music is influenced by 'The Voice' judge Reba McEntire
Reba McEntire is a legendary singer when it comes to country gospel. And, Gillian is inspired by the true legend.
Lancaster Online reports Reba to be Gillian's one of the music influences. Gillian claimed a teacher suggested she try country music. And when she did she fell in love with it.
Indeed, she is now seen performing at various events and places.
'The Voice' coach Reba McEntire suggests Gillian Smith to come back next season
It seemed Gillian was turned down by her musical influence and left heartbroken. But, Reba left Gillian with some good criticism.
Reba enjoyed Gillian's performance but believed her song had some pitch problems. Therefore, she suggested the singer to come back the next season.
Season 24 of 'The Voice' will show back-to-back episodes on Mondays and Tuesdays beginning at 8 pm ET through the blind auditions and battle rounds.
