Jennifer Hudson, Olly Murs, Sir Tom Jones and will.i.am are all returning to ‘The Voice UK’.
The four coaches, along with host Emma Willis, have all signed on for a new season of the talent contest and can’t wait to get stuck into the search for new singing stars – which will include trios alongside solo artists and duos for the first time.
Tom said: "I’m raring to go on the search for some talented new singers. Bringing in the trio element will present a new sound that could shake everything up.
"We’ll have to see of course, but whether it’s a solo singer, a duo or a trio, I’m hoping to find someone with that special spark. I’m so proud and excited about my winner, Ruti, who is in the studio doing some very impressive work, she’s developing into a true artist and I can’t wait for you all to hear her!"
will added: "The UK always surprises me with some of the freshest artists and this keeps me coming back for more. By adding trios, we’re raising the bar, so bring it on UK!"
And Jennifer said: "I’m so happy to be re-joining my coaches at ‘The Voice UK’. I’m ready and excited to discover some beautiful voices."
‘Troublemaker’ hitmaker Olly thinks he’ll do a better job next year now he’s got a full season in the role behind him.
He said: "Now I’ve got one season under my belt, I can’t wait to see what my second season has in store for me. Last year I managed to get seduced and picked some entertaining performers. The other coaches might think they have worked me out but I’m coming back with a bang, just you wait!"
Emma is thrilled to be back at the helm alongside the coaches and thinks the format change will only make the show better.
She said: "I’m so happy we’re about to get going all over again. I’ve learnt to expect the unexpected with performances, some make me wanna bust a move, some give me goosebumps, and some make me cry like a baby! No day is the same, I’m forever wondering ‘where have YOU been?’ and with trios signing up this year, it gives us an added layer."
The winner of the show – which will air on ITV early next year – will land a recording contract with Polydor Records.
The Voice UK keeps coaching line-up
