Catawba County singer headed to the knockout rounds on 'The Voice'

Riley Thompson earns four-chair turn during blind auditions

Hickory, NC - Riley Thompson, a 21-year-old singer from Catawba County, has earned a spot in the knockout rounds on NBC's "The Voice."

During the blind auditions, Thompson performed "Strawberry Wine" by DeBarge. Her performance earned her a four-chair turn from the show's judges, Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, John Legend, and Camila Cabello.

Thompson ultimately chose to join Team Blake, and she will now compete in the knockout rounds, which begin on Monday, October 17.

Thompson's journey to 'The Voice'

Thompson has been singing since she was a young girl. She grew up singing in church and school choirs, and she began performing at local open mics and talent shows in high school.

In 2021, Thompson released her debut EP, "Introducing Riley Thompson." The EP features five original songs that showcase her powerful vocals and songwriting skills.

Thompson's appearance on "The Voice" is a dream come true. She is excited to share her music with a wider audience and to learn from the show's coaches.

What to expect from Thompson in the knockout rounds

In the knockout rounds, Thompson will compete against another singer from her team. The two singers will perform different songs, and the coaches will decide who advances to the live shows.

Thompson is confident in her abilities, and she is excited to show the coaches and viewers what she can do. She is hoping to make it all the way to the finale and win the competition.

How to support Thompson on 'The Voice'

Fans can support Thompson on "The Voice" by voting for her during the knockout rounds. Voting will take place on the show's website and app.

Fans can also follow Thompson on social media to keep up with her journey on the show.