Adam Levine Advances Amanda Mikkel on The Voice
Coach Adam Levine selected Amanda Mikkel to move forward following a performance of Can't Help Falling in Love.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Volleyball
Coach Adam Levine selected contestant Amanda Mikkel to advance in The Voice competition after she performed a duet with Julia Clark. Levine chose Mikkel based on his belief that she holds the most potential in the competition.
Why it matters
The decision marks a critical turn in the current season of the competition as coaches narrow down their teams through the high-stakes Battle rounds. Levine stated he chose Mikkel specifically because he believes she possesses the most potential to win.
The Battle round feature required both contestants to perform a duet of Can't Help Falling in Love before a single winner was declared. The show continues to air on NBC at 8 p.m. ET/PT and is available for streaming on Peacock.
The players
Adam Levine
He is a musician and television personality who serves as a coach on the singing competition series The Voice.
Amanda Mikkel
She is a contestant on The Voice who advanced in the competition after performing a duet.
Julia Clark
She is a performer who competed in a Battle round duet against Amanda Mikkel.
Brian Wilson
He was a legendary musician and songwriter who died at age 82 in 2025.
The details
During the latest episode, contestants Amanda Mikkel and Julia Clark performed a rendition of the classic track Can't Help Falling in Love. As their mentor, Adam Levine evaluated the duet during rehearsals before making his final selection on stage.
Timeline
Monday, when the latest episode of The Voice aired.
2012, the year Adam Levine performed Surfer Girl at the Grammys.
June 11, 2025, the date Brian Wilson died at age 82.
Season Trajectory
This story continues a long-standing association between Adam Levine and the music of the Beach Boys that dates back to the 2012 Grammy Awards performance of Surfer Girl. The selection shapes the current playoff picture as coaches move toward the final stages of the show.
Viewers can continue to follow the competition by tuning into NBC at 8 p.m. ET/PT each week. The show is also available to watch on the streaming platform Peacock for those unable to catch the live broadcast.
The takeaway
Contestants in the Battle round must balance vocal harmony with individual performance to impress their coaches. Success in these rounds relies on demonstrating long-term potential rather than just the strength of a single duet performance.
Further reading
For more updates on current competition rounds, visit United States Volleyball.
