'Famous Dances'

If every Dancing With the Stars opened to a Whitney Houston song that somehow mixed in Singin’ in the Rain, a little Beyoncé, MC Hammer, and more, I’d watch on repeat. And if the opening number is a sign of what’s to come, I’m very excited for this week’s “Famous Dances” episode. Plus: Who better to guest judge than a woman responsible for one of film’s most iconic routines — Grease’s Olivia Newton-John. But will she judge her own dance more harshly? Let’s find out!



Hayes and Emma

Hayes is the only kid who I don’t hate despite how he always makes me feel old. Even though he doesn’t know what Grease is, somehow I forgive him. He’s ready to channel his inner Travolta — a tough order considering Olivia Newton-John has her eyes on him! I have to admit I thought I’d love this routine, but I’m not impressed. It feels a little offbeat at times, and like the judges said, it’s time Hayes steps it up. We know he’s capable of more.

Andy and Allison

If any of the non-pros can pull off Gene Kelly, I feel like Andy is the guy. He’s totally adorable, and though I can only picture this commercial when I hear this song, he fully commits to the character. And I’m glad they pull off the couch move! The judges, too, are happy with the performance and Carrie Ann says it was as happy and fun as the original. Like Julianne says, Andy just keeps getting better.

Bindi and Derek

Of course the original Baby, Jennifer Grey, stops by! (She and Derek also won Season 11, by the way.) But let’s be honest, these two don’t really need that many pointers. Except for the group sequence right before the big move where Bindi seems a bit stiff (and nervous?), they’re incredible, and I’m glad her dress didn’t become an issue like they told us right before the show. Derek’s arms might’ve been shaking, but they don’t break the lift! And with that part behind them, they finish so strongly.

'The Voice' picks 3 Nashville singers

NBC's "The Voice" kicked off its ninth season in September, and Middle Tennessee viewers once again have local talents to root for.

Three Nashville singers have passed the show's blind auditions and begin competing in the Battle Rounds this week.

Morgan Frazier, 22, looks to be Nashville's top prospect. The country singer stunned the show's coaches with her tender take on Cheap Trick's "I Want You to Want Me." Gwen Stefani made a passion pitch to recruit Frazier, but she decided to join Blake Shelton's "Team Blake." Frazier has been a frequent sight on Nashville's Lower Broadway, performing regularly at Tootsie's Orchid Lounge. Her version of "Want Me" has since cracked the Top 20 on the iTunes country chart.

Alex Kandel, 22, moved to Nashville after the dissolution of her rock band, Sleeper Agent. She joined Gwen Stefani's team after auditioning with Echosmith's "Bright."

James Dupré, 30, had all four coaches' attention with his cover of "Let Her Cry" by Hootie and the Blowfish. The twangy singer moved to Nashville from his hometown of Bayou Chicot, La. Bucking convention, he passed on Blake Shelton's offer and joined Adam Levine's team.