The young singer performed Etta James’ 1960s hit “Something’s Got A Hold On Me.” Her powerful voice, which immediately won over Marco Borsato and judging duo Nick & Simon, makes it hard to believe she’s only a teenager.
Within the first notes all four judges spun around as she rocked this Etta James classic. But I have to admit I had the same reaction when she hit that final note – I was not expecting that at all.
On The Voice Kids, it’s important for judges to choose wisely when selecting contestants. After all, their goal is to work with only the brightest stars.
Sometimes, however, they don’t need long to realize a youngster’s potential. One memorable audition took place when 13-year-old Demi van Wijngaarden walked onto the stage.unlike her male colleagues, Angela Groothuizen needed a bit more convincing. It was the moment Demi changed the tempo (at the :45 mark) that made the female judge smile and press her red button.
Teen Demi blew away two judges after just five seconds of the classic “Something’s Gotta Hold On Me” auditioning for The Voice Kids,
