Filipino Singer Sofronio Vasquez Reaches the Top 8 of The Voice USA
SOFRONIO VASQUEZ – The Filipino singer and former contestant on “Tawag Ng Tanghalan,” has advanced to the Top 8 of “The Voice USA” after impressing the judges with his performance of Roy Orbison’s “Crying.”
His performance earned him a standing ovation from his coach, Michael Bublé. Vasquez celebrated the achievement on social media, thanking his coach and expressing his excitement to be in the hands of America’s voters. As of now, his performance has garnered nearly 500,000 views on YouTube, with fans expressing their support and hopes for him to reach the final round.
Vasquez’s journey to the Top 8 began with his success in the playoffs, where he triumphed in a 3-way knockout round, performing Dusty Springfield’s “You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me” and securing a place in the Top 20. He also excelled in the Battles round, where he faced Aliyah Khaylyn in a duet of Celine Dion’s “The Power of Love.”
Before his appearance on “The Voice USA,” Vasquez gained recognition as a semifinalist on the “Tawag Ng Tanghalan” segment of the Philippine variety show “It’s Showtime.” His growing fanbase continues to cheer for his success in the competition, with viewers from both the Philippines and the U.S. showing their support.
Meanwhile, the Voice USA is an American singing competition that premiered in 2011 on NBC. Contestants compete by auditioning blindly, with coaches (famous music artists) selecting teams based on the contestants’ voices alone. The show progresses through several rounds, including battles, live shows, and the finale. Coaches such as Blake Shelton, Kelly Clarkson, and John Legend mentor the contestants. The winner receives a recording contract and the opportunity for a music career. The show is known for emphasizing talent over appearance, setting it apart from other singing competitions.