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The Voice UK winner Jermain Jackman has announced his signing to London Records, part of Universal Music.

Jackman is currently in the studio working on his debut album with some "very special guests", and plans to release the record later this year.

The 19-year-old from Hackney won the recent series of the TV show after beating finalists Sally Barker, Jamie Johnson and Christina Marie.

Jackman said: "I'm really excited to be a part of Universal Music and London Records and I'm ready to make some great music."

The singer's cover and winning performance of 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' previously reached number 39 in the iTunes chart.

Jackman, who was coached on the show by will.i.am, said last month that he doesn't feel any pressure to succeed and isn't concerned about the fate of previous winners of the show.

will.i.am has collaborated with former...

The Voice coach Ricky Wilson has proved that he took his role seriously by hitting the studio with one of his acts.

Wilson tweeted a photograph of 16-year-old Beth McCarthy in a recording studio yesterday (May 29), adding the caption: "In the studio with this one this afternoon."

McCarthy retweeted the picture and replied: "Team Ricky for life not just for Christmas. X"

The singer, who joined Wilson's team after a performance of 'Sexy And I Know It' in her blind audition, failed to get through to the live shows and was eliminated at the Knockout stage of the competition.

The pair also spent time with another of Wilson's team members, Nathan Amzi, who was eliminated from the competition after being up against eventual finalist Christina Marie in the Battle Rounds.

Tweeting two pictures of the duo yesterday, McCarthy wrote: "Myself, @Rickontour and @theamzi are far cooler than you. #green"

Wilson...

'The Voice' winner Jermain Jackman wants to name his debut album 'Genesis'. The 19-year-old London singer was crowned the winner of the show earlier this month, after beating finalists Sally Barker, Christina Marie and Jamie Johnson, and has revealed plans for his first record, which is inspired by the Bible. He told Bang Showbiz: ''We're just collecting songs and working with producers, we're striking while the iron is hot. ''I've very religious and I want to call my first album maybe 'Genesis' or something. It's the beginning of the Bible, a beautiful, wonderful and influential story. ''It's the beginning of something special and my...

'The Voice' winner Jermain Jackman wants Kylie Minogue to continue as a coach on the show. The 19-year-old singer, from London, who triumphed on the show on Saturday night (05.04.14), beating acts Sally Barker, Christina Marie and Jamie Johnson, would like to see her on another series of the talent show. He told Bang Showbiz: ''I like Kylie. She is a fantastic coach. But it comes down to her and her decision whether she wants to stay or not.'' The soulful singer and Labour party activist, who was coached by will.i.am on the BBC One talent show, is trying to persuade...

'The Voice' winner Jermain Jackman thinks too many talent shows focus on contestants being ''thin and pretty'' instead of paying attention to their vocal ability. The 19-year-old London singer, who triumphed on the BBC One show on Saturday night (05.04.14), beating Sally Barker, Christina Marie and Jamie Johnson, was ''over the moon'' to have been crowned the winner and was glad the programme was more about talent than looks. He told Bang Showbiz: '''The Voice' is about the voice ... other talent shows might not just be about the performance, they might be about thin you are and how pretty...

You've got to feel a bit sorry for Jermain Jackman. When he was announced as the winner of The Voice 2014 - to much confetti and fanfare - the overwhelming reaction was one of, well, surprise. He wasn't the Digital Spy favourite (Christina Marie). He wasn't the bookies' favourite (Sally Barker). But he was the winner.

Now that the dust has settled a little, though, could Jermain actually be just the winner that The Voice needs? We've heard plenty of slightly mean-spirited snark about how The Voice is yet to produce a star - Leanne Mitchell and Andrea Begley, the first two champions, have so far failed to set the charts alight.

The Voice's future is secure, at least for now - two more series have been ordered by the BBC - but its credibility could begin to be questioned if it doesn't start spinning out successes soon. This is...

'The Voice' winner Jermain Jackman thinks too many talent shows focus on contestants being ''thin and pretty'' instead of paying attention to their vocal ability. The 19-year-old London singer, who triumphed on the BBC One show on Saturday night (05.04.14), beating Sally Barker, Christina Marie and Jamie Johnson, was ''over the moon'' to have been crowned the winner and was glad the programme was more about talent than looks. He told Bang Showbiz: '''The Voice' is about the voice ... other talent shows might not just be about the performance, they might be about thin you are and how pretty...

The Voice UK winner Jermain Jackman has discussed his "overwhelming" victory in the BBC One singing programme.

The 19-year-old became the show's first male winner when he was crowned the series three champion in last night's (April 5) final, fighting off competition from Sally Barker and Christina Marie.

Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live this morning (April 6), Jackman revealed that his victory had not yet sunk in and spoke excitedly of his plans for the future.

He said: "It's just been so overwhelming. It still hasn't hit me yet - just what happened last night, on stage and the partying, seeing all the other contestants of the whole series has been so overwhelming.

"And having to go to bed late and then waking up early is something else, but I'm looking forward to working hard and getting all these things done."

He added: "It's going to be an experience that I'm going...

The Voice winner Jermain Jackman and finalist Sally Barker have entered the UK iTunes Top 40 following tonight's (April 5) live final.

Barker's performance of Olly Murs's hit 'Dear Darlin'' is currently the most popular of tonight's performances, coming in at number 35.

Jackman's winning performance of 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' is close behind at number 39.

Meanwhile, Jamie Johnson - who finished in fourth place - is at 60 with his semi-final rendition of 'I Can't Make You Love Me'.

Barker's version of 'Both Sides, Now' is at 79, while Christina Marie's highest-charting performance is her cover of Frankie Goes To Hollywood's 'The Power of Love' at 89.

Sally features for a third time in the Top 100 with 'To Love Somebody' from the first live show of the series, which took place a fortnight ago.

Christina Marie's cover of 'Fix You' by Coldplay is currently sitting just outside...

Cheryl Cole called will.i.am's watch-phone during tonight's live final of The Voice to praise his act Jermain Jackman.

Jackman went on to win this year's series, beating fellow finalists Sally Barker, Christina Marie and Jamie Johnson.

Hello, @CherylCole? #TheVoiceUKFINAL pic.twitter.com/r0lwpZjdeP

— BBC One (@BBCOne) April 5, 2014

Cole called will.i.am live on air while he was critiquing Jermain's performance of Miley Cyrus's 'Wrecking Ball' earlier in the evening.

As a result of technical problems, viewers could not hear exactly what Cole was saying, but will.i.am confirmed that she had called to praise his act's performance.

"Cheryl Cole just said you were amazing," he told the 19-year-old.

Following his victory, Cole tweeted: "YESsss Jermain!!! Congrats @iamwill love ya #Dopesh*t p.s call me"

YESsss Jermain!!! Congrats @iamwill love ya #Dopesh*t p.s call me

— Cheryl Cole (@CherylCole) April 5, 2014

Jackman becomes the...

Jermain Jackman has won The Voice 2014.

The Team will.i.am singer beat Christina Marie and Sally Barker in the show's live final, and has secured himself a recording contract.

Earlier in the evening, Team Kylie Minogue singer Jamie Johnson was eliminated in fourth place, having received the lowest amount of public votes when the phone lines were frozen.

Digital Spy readers had tipped Christina Marie to win this year's series, while Sally Barker had been a long-time favourite with bookmakers.

However, it was the Hackney-based singer that impressed with his performances of 'Wrecking Ball', 'Pure Imagination' and the classic 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' to become the show's first-ever male winner.

Following Jackman's victory, mentor will.i.am said: "I hope you know that this victory is more than just you singing. This is direction and guidance for the rest of your life."

Jackman added: "I...

Jermain Jackman has won The Voice UK 2014.

The Team will.i.am singer beat Christina Marie and Sally Barker in the show's live final, and has secured himself a recording contract.

Earlier in the evening, Team Kylie Minogue singer Jamie Johnson was eliminated in fourth place, having received the lowest amount of public votes when the phone lines were frozen.

Digital Spy readers had tipped Christina Marie to win this year's series, while Sally Barker had been a long-time favourite with bookmakers.

However, it was the Hackney-based singer that impressed with his performances of 'Wrecking Ball', 'Pure Imagination' and the classic 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' to become the show's first-ever male winner.

Following Jackman's victory, mentor will.i.am said: "I hope you know that this victory is more than just you singing. This is direction and guidance for the rest of your life."

Jackman added:...

Jamie Johnson has finished in fourth place on tonight's (April 5) final of The Voice.

The Team Kylie singer was announced as the act with the lowest amount of public votes when lines were frozen after each finalist had performed twice.

Earlier in the evening, Jamie performed a rendition of 'Missing You' and also duetted with mentor Kylie Minogue on a cover of 'There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)' by the Eurythmics.

Following his exit, Jamie said: "I thought I'd be really, really upset and start crying, but I've just realised what an experience I've had and where I've come from. I was gigging doing little bars and pubs in front of people who didn't really want to listen."

He went on to thank his fans and Minogue, adding: "It really does mean the world."

Minogue said: "This was my first experience doing anything like this. I...

Oh, you know what, we're feeling all twitchy. The Voice comes to an end tonight and we can't wait for all the action and the emotional crowning - who will it be?

Christina Marie, Jamie Johnson, Jermain Jackman and Sally Barker are still in the running, but first they just have to pull off three final performances. So no pressure, then.

Join Digital Spy as we bring you all the action - the show starts at 7pm, so get your pizza order in now...

21:05So that's it! We have a winner! Make sure you let us know what you think of all that in the comments... and we'll see you back here next year...

The winner of The Voice series 3, it's… @JermainJackman! #thevoiceukFINAL pic.twitter.com/eqMcNInYze

— BBC The Voice UK (@BBCTheVoiceUK) April 5, 2014

21:04So that's it! Jermain is crying his way through 'And I Am Telling You'.

Oh, you know what, we're feeling all twitchy. The Voice comes to an end tonight and we can't wait for all the action and the emotional crowning - who will it be?

Christina Marie, Jamie Johnson, Jermain Jackman and Sally Barker are still in the running, but first they just have to pull off three final performances. So no pressure, then.

Join Digital Spy as we bring you all the action - the show starts at 7pm, so get your pizza order in now...

21:05So that's it! We have a winner! Make sure you let us know what you think of all that in the comments... and we'll see you back here next year...

The winner of The Voice series 3, it's… @JermainJackman! #thevoiceukFINAL pic.twitter.com/eqMcNInYze

— BBC The Voice UK (@BBCTheVoiceUK) April 5, 2014

21:04So that's it! Jermain is crying his way through 'And I Am Telling You'.

Digital Spy readers want Christina Marie to win tonight's (April 5) Voice UK final.

The singer, mentored by Kaiser Chiefs singer Ricky Wilson, won almost half of the votes in the latest poll.

With more than 5,000 votes, the Bristol Born 20-year-old was backed by 42.83% of readers.

She was followed by Team Tom protege Sally Barker. The 54-year-old, who is currently the bookies' favourite to win the show, scored 24.93% of the votes.

With 16.83% of votes, Jermain Jackman from Team will followed in third place, narrowly beating Team Kylie singer Jamie Johnson to fourth (15.41%).

The finalists of the show recently said they were determined not to flop like former winners.

The Voice UK final takes place tonight (April 5) at 7pm on BBC One.

This year's Voice UK finalists have said they are determined not to turn out like previous winners.

The first series of the show was won by Leanne Mitchell who has since failed to have a hit song. Andrea Begley went on to win the second series, but has also failed to storm the charts.

Jamie Johnson, who is the final remaining member of Team Kylie, told The Sun that the former winners hadn't worked hard enough to become successful.

"None of us are Andrea," he said. "You don't stop trying after The Voice and just become a star. It doesn't work like that.

"You have to keep grabbing for things. The record label is not going to just say you are playing at the O2 and 20,000 tickets have been sold."

Christina Marie Wickens added: "You have to keep going and do all the promo stuff. You can't expect somebody to do it for you.

Fifteen to One: Channel 4, 5.15pm

After 11 years away, the teatime quiz show returns with Sandi Toksvig at the helm. Fifteen contestants nominate each other to answer questions and try to knock each other out of the game.

Additions to the format include the chance for competitors to return, in the style of Pointless, if they were unsuccessful on their first attempt. No longer is there an antique vase for a prize either, instead contestants have the chance to secure a place in the end-of-series finale, where they could win a £40,000 jackpot.

The Voice UK: Live Final: BBC One, 7pm

From the thousands who applied we are left with just four finalists, all hoping to be crowned The Voice UK 2014. The contestants left fighting are Sally Barker, Christina Marie, Jamie Johnson, and Jermain Jackman.

The show will open with a group number from the coaches. Each artist will sing a song of their choice,...

Kylie Minogue is planning to make a grand entrance on tonight's Voice UK final.

The coach, whose remaining act Jamie Johnson is up against Sally Barker, Jermain Jackman and Christina Marie in the battle to be crowned this year's champion, was spotted descending from the studio ceiling on a pair of neon lips during rehearsals yesterday (April 4).

The series finale will include a solo performance by each of the contestants, followed by a duet with their coach.

The conclusion of the BBC singing contest, which is now in its third run, will also feature a group performance by coaches will.i.am, Sir Tom Jones, Ricky Wilson and Minogue.

Aloe Blacc and Paloma Faith are appearing as musical guests, performing their singles 'The Man' and Diane Warren-penned 'Only Love Can Hurt Like This' respectively.

Last month, the BBC announced that The Voice UK had been renewed for two more years.

Sally Barker is the favourite to win The Voice UK.

There are just four finalists left in the BBC singing contest all hoping to be crowned the 2014 winner.

Bookmaker Boylesports have given Tom Jones's representative Barker odds of 11/8 in the run-up to tomorrow's final, with Ricky Wilson's Christina Marie second favourite at 6/4.

Kylie Minogue's act Jamie Johnson follows at 5/1, with will.i.am's hopeful Jermain Jackman currently being placed as the outsider at 6/1.

Barker is thought to have been the odds-on favourite for a number of weeks, and her triumph would result in a second win for Team Tom (who was victorious in series one with Leanne Mitchell).

Barker is thought to be performing 'Both Sides, Now' by Joni Mitchell as her final solo song and her duet with Jones is rumoured to be 'Walking In Memphis' by Marc Cohn.

Other performances are said to include 'Wrecking...

Jermain Jackman won 'The Voice' last night (05.04.14). The singer - who wants to become the UK's first black prime minister - was overwhelmed at his victory in the live final and dedicated his win to anyone who has ''had a dream and worked'' to achieve it. He said: ''This is not just an achievement for me, it's an achievement for everybody around the world who's had a dream and worked for that dream.'' Jermain - who beat Sally Barker and Christina Marie in the final - also offered kind words to his influential mentor will.i.am praising the impact he's had on him...

The Voice coach Ricky Wilson has suggested that the show's previous winners Leanne Mitchell and Andrea Begley didn't work hard enough for success.

Begley and Mitchell have failed to make much of an impact on the charts but Wilson has now told the Radio Times that he believes they could have done more.

"They didn't see it through," he said. "That sounds harsh, but it's not like you go straight to number one when you get a record deal. That's where the hard work starts."

Wilson - whose last remaining team member is Christina Marie - added that he would fight for his acts if they won the show, saying: "I'd be marching them into my label, Universal, and I wouldn't give up until something happened."

The Kaiser Chiefs frontman - who revealed that he enjoys "warm TV like Gogglebox and Bake Off" - also admitted that it would be...

The Voice coach Ricky Wilson has revealed that he was prescribed seasickness medication to deal with his nerves before the live shows.

The Kaiser Chiefs frontman - who previously admitted to Digital Spy that he would be more anxious than his team - explained that he was feeling light-headed about the prospect of going live.

"I went to the doctors because I was dizzy and the doctor said, 'You are a bit anxious'," Wilson told The Sun. "Every time I stood up I thought I was going to fall over."

However, Wilson explained that he decided not to take the pills, explaining: "I was given tablets which I pretended to take - I thought they might do something weird. It took every ounce of strength to get on with it but my fears went as soon as the camera was rolling."

Wilson, who also praised fellow coaches Kylie Minogue and...

The Voice wraps up its third series next Saturday night (April 5) as each coach strives for success in BBC One's spectacular final round.

The remaining finalists Sally Barker, Christina Marie, Jamie Johnson and Jermain Jackman are all vying for their shot at superstardom.

But who do you want to emerge victorious in The Voice's grand finale next weekend? Will you throw your support behind Team Tom Jones, Team Ricky Wilson, Team Kylie Minogue or Team will.i.am?

Vote in our poll and make your voice heard in the comment box below:...

The Voice wraps up its third series next Saturday night (April 5) as each coach strives for success in BBC One's spectacular final round.

The remaining finalists Sally Barker, Christina Marie, Jamie Johnson and Jermain Jackman are all vying for their shot at superstardom.

But who do you want to emerge victorious in The Voice's grand finale next weekend? Will you throw your support behind Team Tom Jones, Team Ricky Wilson, Team Kylie Minogue or Team will.i.am?

Vote in our poll and make your voice heard in the comment box below:...

They definitely don't hang about on The Voice UK. Last week we had 12 singers, now we have eight and next week there will be just four left.

In this live cull semi-final, remaining acts Jermain, Sophie May, Jamie, Lee, Sally, Bizzi, Chris and Christina Marie will be singing two songs - one by themselves, another with their coach. We. Can't. Wait.

Still not convinced? Well, Enrique Iglesias and Shakira will be taking to the stage, too. So join Digital Spy as we watch it all unfold!

21:11Don't forget to come back and join Digital Spy next week to see who will follow um, was her name Leanne... and thingy... to be crowned The Voice champion! Goodnight, all!

21:10Sally, Jermain, Christina Marie and Jamie get a final 'woo', and we're over and out.

21:09It's been about 15 minutes since we saw a plug for the next series, so here's...

They definitely don't hang about on The Voice UK.

Last week we had 12 singers, now we have eight and next week there will be just four left.

In this live cull semi-final, remaining acts Jermain, Sophie May, Jamie, Lee, Sally, Bizzi, Chris and Christina Marie will be singing two songs - one by themselves, another with their coach. We. Can't. Wait.

Still not convinced? Well, Enrique Iglesias and Shakira will be taking to the stage, too. So join Digital Spy as we watch it all unfold!

21:11Don't forget to come back and join Digital Spy next week to see who will follow um, was her name Leanne.. and thingy.. to be crowned The Voice! Goodnight, all!

21:10Sally, Jermain, Christina Marie and Jamie get a final 'woo', and we're over and out.

21:09It's been about 15 minutes since we saw a plug for the next series, so here's yet...

Digital Spy readers have named Christina Marie their favourite contestant on The Voice UK for the second time running.

The singer won 34% of 7,078 readers' votes following the first live show. The 20-year-old, a member of Team Ricky, also topped the readers' poll leading up to the quarter-final, and entered the iTunes Top 50 following last weekend's performance.

The Voice: Who's who? Your quick guide to the Top 8

Sally Barker, of Team Tom, came in second with 24.42% of the vote, while singing politician Jermain Jackman won 12.42% of the votes, putting him in third place.

Yorkshire girl Sophie May Williams had 9.48% of the votes while Team Kylie contestant Jamie Johnson took 6.64%.

Chris Royal managed 5.67% and 31-year-old Lee Glasson won 5.16%.

Coming in last with 2.21% of the votes was gospel singer Bizzi Dixon.

The BBC announced today that The Voice UK has been renewed for another two series.

The show continues this evening (March...

The Voice UK is returning for another two series, the BBC has confirmed.

The channel has renewed the singing show for two more years after receiving average viewing figures of 8.9 million for the current run.

The Voice UK: Christina Marie leads Digital Spy Top 8 poll

Charlotte Moore, controller of BBC One, said of the news: "It's been fantastic to see The Voice return in top form to kick start BBC One's brilliant year so far, the new line-up has really connected with audiences and I look forward to it returning to the channel next year."

Controller, Entertainment Commissioning Mark Linsey added: "The Voice has really cemented itself as hugely popular on BBC One Saturday nights and I am delighted that we will be dusting down the iconic red chairs for another airing next year."

Hosts and coaches for the next two series will be confirmed at a later date.

The Voice UK singer Christina Marie has made the top 50 of the iTunes chart with her quarter-final song.

The contestant performed the Foo Fighters' 'Everlong' last night (March 22), earning a fast pass to next week's show from coach Ricky Wilson. The studio version currently sits at number 47 on iTunes.

Sally Barker, coached by Sir Tom Jones, is close behind at number 51 with her take on the Bee Gees' 'To Love Somebody'.

Emily Adams, who lost out in the public vote to Chris Royal, is beating her fellow Team Ricky singer with her rendition of 'Happy' at number 71, ahead of Royal's 'One Day Like This' at number 83.

Lee Glasson is the only member of Kylie Minogue's team to make the top 100, with 'Help Me Make It Through the Night' at number 93.

Jermain Jackman is the highest-charting singer from will.i.am's team at number 132. Bizzi Dixon (number 180) and...

Who'da thunk it? After two so-so series, The Voice UK has finally become a ratings winner.

Tonight it's the first of the live shows, where the remaining 12 singers will compete for a place in next week's semi-final.

But we're not too worried about that. More importantly, we get Kylie! Unedited will.i.am! A mad suit from Sir Tom! Some more Kylie! Ricky's puppy eyes!

So pull up an unnecessarily large red chair, get the vino going and join Digital Spy as 12 contestants become eight in The Voice UK's quarter-final...

21:24Thanks for joining Digital Spy this evening - we hope you had a blast. Pop back again next week to see 8 singers become 4 in the semi-final. Goodnight, all!

21:23Marvin does have a bit of time to thank Dave Arch and his wonderful wonderful orchestra...and we're outta here!

21:22Just time for a quick plug for Zoe Ball...

Kylie Minogue is quitting The Voice UK after just one series.

The singer said that filming of the next series will clash with her upcoming tour.

"I'm touring this year and the timings wouldn't work.," Minogue told The Mirror. "We started filming in November last year for the show and this year I'm on tour in September, October and November."

The 45-year-old singer also admitted that the show has taken an emotional toll.

She added: "Being on the show is a huge commitment. I have loved it although there have been parts which have been really difficult, too taxing and emotional.

"You can't second guess yourself. You deal with a lot of decisions and emotions."

The BBC are reportedly hoping to convince Kylie to return for a new series, and are considering moving filming dates.

Asked if she would return to the show if the dates were moved, Minogue replied:...

Digital Spy readers have named Christina Marie their favourite contestant on The Voice UK.

The 20-year-old - a member of Ricky Wilson's team - picked up 20.13% of reader votes in a close poll ahead of tonight's first live show.

Team Tom's Sally Barker came second with 15.84%, while in third place was will.i.am's contestant Jermain Jackman, who pulled in 14.61%.

Four contestants - one from each of the teams - will leave the competition after tonight's public vote.

According to the Digital Spy poll, Team Tom's Bizzi Dixon (2.87%), Team Ricky's Emily Adams (2.37%), Team Kylie's Lee Glasson (3.96%) and Team Will's Iesher Haughton (6.36%) could be the ones in danger.

Elsewhere, Chris Royal picked up 4.64% of the votes, Jamie Johnson won 6.05%, Rachael O'Connor was the favourite of 6.39% of voters, Georgia Harrup grabbed 7.05%, and Sophie May Williams won 9.74% of the votes.

The Voice live shows kick off tonight (March 22) at 6.45pm on BBC One.

The first pictures from this weekend's Knockout stage of The Voice UK have been released.

For the Knockouts, the seven artists left on each team will perform the song they think will secure them a place in the live shows, before their mentor selects their final three.

Competing on Team Will is Anna McLuckie, Callum Crowley, Iesher Haughton, James Byron, Jermain Jackman, Sophie May Williams and Nomakhosi Nkosi.

Jade Mayjean Peters, Jai McConnell, Jamie Johnson, Lee Glasson, Leo Ihenacho, Rachael O'Connor and Femi Santiago will perform on Team Kylie.

Team Ricky includes Beth McCarthy, Chris Royal, Christina Marie, Emily Adams, Jazz Bates Chambers, Max Murphy and Jessica Steele.

Finally, Bizzi Dixon, Celestine, Gary Poole, Georgia Harrup, Melissa Gill, Sally Barker and Steven Alexander make up Team Tom.

The Voice UK continues on Saturday (March 15) at 7.15pm on BBC One.

The first pictures from this weekend's Knockout stage of The Voice UK have been released.

In the new pictures, Ricky Wilson's team are seen performing on stage in a bid to win a spot in the Top 12.

For the Knockouts, the seven artists left on Ricky's team will perform the song they think will secure them a place in the live shows, before the Kaiser Chiefs star selects his final three.

Beth McCarthy, Chris Royal, Christina Marie, Emily Adams, Jazz Bates Chambers and Max Murphy won their respective battles to reach this stage of the competition.

Jessica Steele - who was previously part of will.i.am's team - lost her battle, but was given a second chance by Ricky as part of the show's 'Steal' twist.

The Voice UK continues on Saturday (March 15) at 7.15pm on BBC One.

We were convinced we'd found a way to predict the results of this weekend's Voice battles - by putting some of the duos head to head to test their knowledge of their mentors - but Team Tom and Team Will ended in a dead heat, and Team Kylie were separated by just a measly half point. In other words, we're not talking particularly convincing results. But hey, maybe Team Ricky will give us some clearer answers? We called up Nathan Amzi and Christina Marie, so read on to find out who knows more about Ricky - and then what they had to say about tonight's head to head...

Fighting Talk - we're going to test you on your knowledge of Ricky.

Nathan: "Okay! Yeah!"

Christina: "Oh my goodness, this is going to be so bad! Okay..."

Which Kaiser Chiefs single made it to number one in the UK? (Answer: 'Ruby')

Nathan: "'Ruby',...

The Voice coaches will invite their famous friends along to help their contestants on this weekend's episode.

As the legendary battle round begins, each Voice coach will have a guest mentor who can help them prepare their acts for the fight.

will.i.am has cheated slightly by inviting along two guests - last year's contestant Leah McFall, who recently debuted the video for 'No Ordinary Love', as well as Voice stalwart Dante Santiago.

The Team Will acts that will be going head to head this weekend are Anna McLuckie and Jessica Steele, Callum Crowley and Tom Barnwell, and Sarah Eden-Winn and Jermain Jackman.

Sir Tom Jones has made the perhaps surprising decision to invite Tinie Tempah along to meet his acts, but the pair seem to be deep in conversation in this picture.

The 'Pass Out' rapper will be helping to prepare Talia Smith to battle Sally Barker,...

The first battle round pairings on this series of The Voice have been unveiled.

In a series of pictures unveiled by the BBC, fans can get a glimpse at which members of Team Ricky, Team Kylie, Team Tom and Team Will will attempt to out-sing each other on Saturday night's show.

Three pairs from each team will take to the ring this week, with the coaches recruiting mentors such as Tinie Tempah and Katy B to help them prepare their acts.

On Ricky Wilson's team, former soap star Kelsey-Beth Crossley will take on Emily Adams, Christina Marie will battle Nathan Amzi, and twins Tila & Tavelah will fight against Beth McCarthy.

Sir Tom Jones has paired country star Talia Smith with Sally Barker, Celestine will battle Mairead Conlon, and last week's auditionee Kenny Thompson will fight it out to stay in the competition over Bizzi Dixon.

Turning to Kylie Minogue's group,...