The Voice Season 28 Adds Penalty Box, New Coaches Revealed

NBC's The Voice is set to premiere Season 28 on September 22, 2025, featuring returning coaches Michael Bublé, Reba McEntire, Snoop Dogg, and Niall Horan. This season introduces new elements such as the "Carson Callback," which gives artists who were not initially chosen a second chance to join a team, and a unique "penalty box," humorously used by Bublé during auditions. These mechanics aim to add excitement and unpredictability to the Blind Auditions, where coaches compete to build full teams while retaining the block feature to prevent rivals from recruiting certain contestants. Season 28 maintains continuity by keeping the existing coaching panel without new additions, allowing fans to engage with a familiar lineup. Meanwhile, Season 29, set for Spring 2026, will bring a revamp titled The Voice: Battle of Champions, reuniting coaches Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, and Adam Levine with a faster-paced, sports-inspired format. This upcoming season promises to infuse competitive elements inspired by NBC Sports events such as the Super Bowl and NBA All-Star Game.