Tonight the top five artists on “The Voice” perform a ballad and an upbeat song in front of coaches Gwen Stefani, Michael Buble, Reba McEntireAnd Snoop Dogg for their chance at the title. The evening will also feature Sting-themed duets from the artists, while viewers will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite artist overnight.

Read our minute-by-minute recap of The Voice Season 26, Episode 18 below to find out what happened on Monday, December 9 at 8:00 PM ET/PT. Then, use the comments section to find out about your favorite performers on NBC’s long-running reality TV show, which coach you prefer, and who you think will ultimately make The Voice’s Season 26 winners list.

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Here are the artists competing in the live semi-finals tonight:

TEAM SNOOP – Jeremy Beloate

TEAM REBA – Danny Joseph

TEAM GWEN – Sydney Sterlace

TEAM BUBBLE – Shy, Sofronio Vasquez

Keep refreshing/reloading this The Voice live blog for the latest updates.

8:03 p.m — Martha Stewart opened the show with constructive criticism of each trainer’s set and wardrobe, except of course Reba, who is “perfect as always.” Next, Carson welcomes viewers to the first part of this finale and reminds everyone that all five finalists had four turns in this season’s blind auditions.

8:11 p.m — First up is Danny Joseph from Team Reba. His trainer says they share a love of the “swampy sound.” In this round he sings “Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma”. Luke Combs. Gwen says Danny “has everything” and the final note “was incredible.” Reba says she feels like a proud mother and Danny “never disappoints me.”

8:20 p.m — Jeremy from Team Snoop will be second. He hopes to give the DO-Double G his first win by singing “What the World Needs Now.” The coaches were on their feet in the middle of the performance and Snoop burst into tears. Michael calls him a “beautiful soul” and says he’s looking forward to seeing him on Broadway. Snoop wipes away tears and says, “It just depends on how he makes me feel. You bring this feeling out of me.”

8:30 p.m — Next up is Shye from Team Buble, who shares some of her diary entries before taking the stage with “One of Us.” Joan Osborne. Reba says she’s Shye’s “biggest fan” and reminds herself not to listen to “negative thoughts.” Buble tells her that she is “blessed” to have such a voice.

8:40 p.m — Sydney, Team Gwen’s 16-year-old pop star, is next with her rendition of “I Love You, I’m Sorry” by Gracie Abrams. Snoop said “Syd the kid” grew up tonight and looked like she was in the movie “Wicked.” Gwen says that Sydney is “fulfilling my dream” and that she enjoyed watching the boy “grow before my eyes.”

8:55 p.m – Sofronio from Team Buble is next. After being rejected on the Philippine version of “The Voice,” he has something to prove in the United States. He gets emotional thinking about what it would mean to him to win before taking the stage to perform “Unstoppable.” Sia. Reba says that for Sofronio, “the sky’s the limit” and “he’s so good.” Buble compares him to a superhero.

9:05 p.m – Jeremy returns for his second performance of the evening, “Dancing on My Own,” which he sings as a ballad. Gwen calls him “powerful,” “perfect,” and “very talented.” Snoop praises his style and his ability to control a song.

9:15 p.m – Danny returns to rock the stage for Team Reba with his unique version of “Back to Black.” Amy Winehouse. Snoop says he loves how Danny always puts a twist on records and calls him a “superstar.” Reba says America should just go ahead and give Danny victory!

9:25 p.m – Buble interrupts the competition to spread some Christmas cheer by singing “Maybe This Christmas.” Carly Pearce.

9:35 p.m — Sofronio is back with a love letter to music. He sings “A Million Dreams” from “The Greatest Showman” at the top of his lungs before bursting into tears at the very end. Snoop calls Sofronio “amazing” and loves that he sings for his family. Buble is also emotional and tells his mentee: “I love you and I’m proud of you.”

9:47 p.m – Team Gwen’s final performance of the season will be Sydney singing “Chasing Cars.” Snow patrol. Reba tells the teenager that many young people will look up to her and hopes that with this powerful voice she can be a good example for others. Gwen calls her voice “angelic” and reminds the teen how proud she is of her.

9:59 p.m – To close the show, Team Buble’s Shye sings “Falling.” Harry Styles. Snoop calls her “extraordinary” and looks forward to hearing her record. Buble says it’s entirely up to the audience now and Shye is “the truth.”

10:00 p.m – That’s the end! Now it’s up to YOU! Who do you think will win Season 26 of The Voice? We’ll find out tomorrow in the two-hour live finale on Tuesday.

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