The Voice PH Battle Rounds Results (July 28): Lee Grane, Tristhan, Morissette, Mitoy Won Battles

The Battle Rounds of The Voice of the Philippines kicked off Sunday (July 28) and the first pair from each team went head-to-head for a slot at the live shows.

In 'The Battles', the coaches paired up their artists and have them face off in singing showdown to determine who will stay and who will go. At the end of the match-up, the coach must pick which artist will be sent home, and which artist will move on to the Live Shows.

First to went up the battles stage were Team Apl's Tristhan Perfecto and Lorenzana siblings (Guji and Grace) in a threesome number of Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours) by Stevie Wonder. The three enjoyed the song, with Guji even showcasing his beatboxing skills. In the end, coach Apl chose Tristhan Perfecto to advance to the live shows. [Battle video]

Team Bamboo's Lee Grane Maranan and Dan Billano faced off in U2's One. Coach Lea said that their version was the sexiest she ever heard of that song and gave the credit to Lee Grane. Their coach, Bamboo eventually picked Lee Grane over Dan, despite a different view from his adviser, Joey Ayala. It was a controversial choice for Bamboo, with several netizens and battle audience believing that Dan outshone Lee Grane in the battle. [Battle video]

Team Sarah's artists, Morissette Amon and Lecelle Trinidad did the disco hit No More Tears (Enough is Enough) by Barbra Streisand and Donna Summer. The song was perfect for the two divas, who really worked out the crowd. However, only one of them will advance to the live shows, and it was Morissette Amon. [Battle video]

The last battle was between Team Lea's Chien Berbana and Mitoy Yonting. The most-awaited of the night, Chien and Mitoy performed Heart's Alone. Mitoy and Chien let it all out but despite being both outstanding, coach Lea has to leave one behind. It was a very hard decision for Ms. Lea yet she had to do it, and so Mitoy will continue. [Battle video]

Next week, the Battle Rounds will proceed with another set of pairs from the four teams. Who will make it to the live shows next? Find out on The Voice of the Philippines, Saturdays after MMK and Sundays after Rated K.

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Lea Salonga Curses Over Mitoy Yonting on The Voice of the Philippines Blind Auditions

Broadway diva Lea Salonga cursed over artist Mitoy Yonting during the latter's Blind Auditions in The Voice of the Philippines which was aired Saturday (June 29).

Michael 'Mitoy' Yonting performed Didith Reyes' hit Bakit Ako Mahihiya for his auditions and in a few seconds, coach Lea Salonga immediately turned her chair for the artist. Mitoy is the vocalist of local band "The Draybers" which has a regular gig in Resorts World Manila.

Lea Salonga apologized in advance to director Johnny Manahan for what could be a rare cursing moment to express her admiration for Mitoy. 

"[Bleep] Ang galing mo! Bihira lang lumalabas sa bibig ko ang ganyan! Ang galing mo, ang galing mo! Kung hindi mo 'ko pinili, iiyak ako! Wala akong makitang ano eh. Technically, laser [precision]," Lea Salonga  exclaimed.

Other than Lea, coach Bamboo also turned his chair at the last moment and convinced Mitoy to be with his team. However, the 43-year-old band vocalist chose to be with Team Lea.

"'Yung respeto ko kay Sir Bamboo, ubod taas, parang saranggola 'yan, mataas na mataas ang paglipad. Pero patawarin mo ko, kuya. Pipiliin ko si Ms. Lea," Mitoy explained.

Aside from Mitoy Yonting, artists who advanced to the next rounds of competition on The Voice PH's 5th episode were the voice of McDo commercial (Hooray for Today) jingle Moira Dela Torre joining Team Apl,  21-year-old theater actor Jose Gabriel 'Gab' Ramos (Team Sarah) and Angelique Alcantara, 17, from Samal Island, Davao del Norte (Team Bamboo).

For the complete list of members of each team (as of the latest Blind Auditions), click here.

Photo courtesy of Mitoy Yonting Facebook fan page

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