The Voice’ Live Finale: Top 6 Perform Two Songs Each as America Decides the Season 28 Winner

The Voice Season 28 is officially in its final stretch, with the competition narrowing to a Top 6 who performed live in front of the nation in a make-or-break finale night. Each finalist delivered two performances — one contemporary song and one classic selection — with the goal of winning over viewers and securing America’s overnight vote.

NBC’s two-night finale structure has put the power squarely in the audience’s hands: the performances set the stage, and the public vote determines who ultimately takes the Season 28 crown. (For official scheduling and finale coverage, see NBC’s update here: NBC Insider.)

Who’s in the Top 6?

Going into the Live Finale, four artists had already advanced as their coaches’ selections, with the final two spots decided by America’s vote during the Dec. 15 episode. Fan favorite Max Chambers earned his place in the finale after being voted through by viewers, while country trio DEK of Hearts was also announced as one of the final two artists added to the Top 6. Together, they joined Ralph Edwards (Team Snoop), Aubrey Nicole (Team Reba), Aiden Ross (Team Niall), and Jazz McKenzie (Team Bublé) to complete the Season 28 Live Finale lineup.

America’s vote added two “wild card” finalists

From the larger group of Playoffs performers who weren’t initially selected by the coaches, viewers voted to add two more artists into the finale lineup — creating the full Top 6. Reported results of the audience vote indicated the two artists voted through were Max Chambers (Team Bublé) and DEK of Hearts (Team Niall). (This was detailed in a recap published through Yahoo’s Entertainment coverage sourced from Gold Derby: Yahoo Entertainment.)

Two songs each: “classic” + “contemporary”

The defining twist of this finale night is the format: every finalist performs two distinct songs designed to show range. A contemporary choice highlights current style and radio-ready identity, while a classic selection tests timeless vocal control, storytelling, and stage presence — the kind of performance that often swings casual voters.

In the Live Finale coverage, DEK of Hearts opened with a classic country favorite, performing “Fishin’ in the Dark” (Nitty Gritty Dirt Band), with coaches praising their consistency and tight harmonies. Max Chambers performed a contemporary track, “YOUR WAY’S BETTER” (Forrest Frank), earning comments about the boldness of bringing personal conviction to a prime-time stage. (Performance notes and coach quotes were included in the Yahoo/Gold Derby recap linked above.)

Standout moments that could decide the winner

While every finalist entered with momentum, finale nights often hinge on one unforgettable moment — the performance that turns neutral viewers into voters. In reported coverage, Aubrey Nicole delivered a powerful contemporary performance of “’Til You Can’t” (Cody Johnson), drawing high praise from multiple coaches and positioning her as one of the night’s emotional anchors.

Another highlight came from Jazz McKenzie, who performed a classic ballad, “Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)” (Phil Collins). Coach commentary framed it as a defining stage moment — the kind of late-season performance that can feel like a winner’s statement if it resonates beyond the room and into homes across the country.

What happens next?

After the Top 6 performances, the vote window opened for viewers to decide the Season 28 champion. The winner is expected to be announced during the finale results broadcast on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 (U.S. time), following the second night of the two-part finale event, as outlined in NBC’s own finale guide. Until the results episode airs and NBC confirms the outcome on-air, the winner remains unofficial.

One extra storyline adds pressure: if a finalist from Team Bublé or Team Niall takes the title, that coach would extend a rare undefeated run across all the seasons they’ve participated in — a “three-peat” narrative that fans have been watching closely as the finale arrives.

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