The Voice returned for its 28th season on September 22, with a new lineup of hopeful singers taking the stage to impress celebrity coaches Reba McEntire, Michael Bublé, Niall Horan, and Snoop Dogg.
One standout performer was Costello, a country artist who brought heartfelt storytelling and sincerity to his blind audition even though he didn’t make it through, he left a lasting impression on fans.
Here’s a little bit about the man behind the voice.
Voice Contestant Costello Is a Country Artist
Country artists tend to perform well on The Voice. The genre’s focus on vocal ability and emotional storytelling makes it a perfect fit for a show centered on both. Costello is one of the latest country artists to take a shot at the Voice stage.
Though we’ll have to wait for tonight’s audition to hear all of the judges’ comments on Costello, we can reveal that he was compared to some pretty big names in country music. Tune in to the premiere tonight to find out which artists they were.
Costello Is a “Girl Dad”
You can always spot a “girl dad.” There’s something special about the way a man carries himself when surrounded by the women he loves. Costello, 28, proudly embraces that role. His fatherhood was a major reason he decided to audition for The Voice — he wanted to inspire his family by showing them the power of following one’s dreams.
Costello is also known to watch The Reba Show with his daughters.
His audition song reflected his sentimental motivation for joining the show — and he called upon a country legend to help him earn recognition from the celebrity coaches.
He Writes Original Music
Not all Voice contestants are at a point in their careers where they can focus on original music. Many start out as cover artists with undeniable talent. Costello, however, has already begun crafting his own sound.
His social media not only showcases his vocal talent but also highlights his songwriting skills.
Costello follows in the footsteps of country storytellers before him with a track he previewed on Instagram, “Drowning in the Whiskey.” It’s a simple, heartfelt singer-songwriter-style track that fits perfectly into today’s country landscape.
By exploring songwriting, Costello is showing the judges that he’s ready to take the next step in his career.