Josh Sanders, a singer-songwriter and lead pastor at Living Grace Church in North Carolina, is making waves on “The Voice” Season 25. Let’s look into the details about this talented contestant:
Josh Sanders Biography
Born on March 20, 1988, Josh Sanders is currently 36 years old as of May 2024. He hails from Kannapolis, North Carolina. His parents are Renee Fields Harrington (mother) and the late Darren Sanders (father), who was a Baptist preacher. Josh’s mom has since remarried to a man named Wayne, and he also has a brother named Justin Sanders.
Josh Sanders stands at approximately 5 feet and 8 inches. He attended Stanley Community College and completed his high school education at South Rowan High.
When it comes to Marriage and Children, Josh is married to his lovely wife, Kendra Sanders, who serves as the Senior Director of Aquatics and Housekeeping at the Kannapolis YMCA. The couple has been blessed with five children, including daughters McKenlyn Ann Sanders and Daryn Sanders.
Josh Sanders Musical Journey
Josh grew up in a family of musicians, playing bass guitar in the church band as a child. In his teenage years, he learned to play the guitar and later joined a band called Smokin. Throughout his late teens and early twenties, Josh played in various rock bands, performing on Rock Legends cruise ships and stages along the East coast.
Josh Sanders “The Voice” Season 25 Journey
Josh Sanders auditioned for “The Voice” with a rendition of “Whiskey On You”. His performance during the blind auditions earned him chair turns from coaches Reba McEntire and the duo Dan + Shay. Ultimately, Josh chose to be on Team Reba.
In the battles, he went head-to-head with Donny Van Slee, delivering a soul-stirring rendition of Luke Combs’ “When It Rains It Pours”. His emotional connection to the song moved viewers and coaches alike, securing his spot in the competition.
During the Playoffs Josh delivered a soulful performance with a rendition of “Black Water” by The Doobie Brothers.
His Top 12 performance was a rendition of “Angels (Don’t Always Have Wings)” by Thomas Rhett. Reba praised Josh’s heartfelt performance, emphasizing how he can sell a song with his heart.
Josh was among the Top 9 artists who performed during the semifinals. Each artist dedicated a solo song to their hometown and the people who supported them. Josh’s song choice: “White Horse” by Chris Stapleton. Reba commended his incredible vocal performance, strong stage presence, and authenticity. She also noted that he looked tough, staying true to their previous discussions.
Trio Performance:
Josh teamed up with fellow country artists Tae Lewis and Karen Waldrup for a trio performance. Their imaginative song choice: “Forever Young.” The trio delivered a memorable performance, celebrating the power of music and creativity.
Results:
America voted, and on Tuesday night, host Carson Daly revealed the results.
Unfortunately, four artists went home, regardless of their teams.
Next week, May 20, 2024, the Top 5 will perform in the finale, and the winner of The Voice Season 25 will be revealed.
Other The Voice Season 25 Finalists
Josh is joined by other talented contestants who have made it to the finals of The Voice season 25. These other contestants are:
- Nathan Chester
- Karen Waldrup
- Asher HaVon
- Bryan Olesen
Social Media Presence
Josh Sanders has a presence on social media. His Instagram handle is @joshsandersmusic
