In a move that has the country-pop cosmos doing a double take, NBC’s The Voice just turned up the volume. The show is bringing in not one but two living legends to shape the next wave of rising artists: Sheryl Crow and LeAnn Rimes are officially stepping into the spotlight as Mega Mentors for Season 27—and it’s safe to say, things just got real.
These two don’t just sing hits—they built careers that reshaped entire genres. Now, they’re ready to pass that torch to the next generation, riff by riff, chorus by chorus.
Meet the Mentors: More Than Just Star Power
Sheryl Crow, a name synonymous with Americana grit and crossover magic, isn’t just a nine-time Grammy winner—she’s a genre-blender with a career that’s never stopped evolving. From the soulful roots of Tuesday Night Music Club to her punchy pop-rock bangers like “Soak Up the Sun” and “All I Wanna Do,” Crow has made every album feel like a mixtape from your coolest, most emotionally literate friend. And she’s not done yet.
Recently inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2023, Crow has reached the kind of legacy status that comes with both industry reverence and everyday relatability. She’s one of those rare artists whose voice sounds just as right in a festival field as it does in a late-night car ride. And now she’s bringing all that lived-in wisdom to The Voice, where she’ll be mentoring contestants from Team Reba.
Yep—Sheryl Crow and Reba McEntire on the same team? That’s a whole masterclass in country-roots brilliance.
On the flip side of the sonic coin, we’ve got LeAnn Rimes joining Team Dan + Shay. If there’s one artist who knows what it’s like to hit the big time fast, it’s her. At just 13 years old, Rimes stormed into global consciousness with her breakout hit “Blue,” and she’s been bending genres and breaking molds ever since.
She’s a two-time Grammy winner, a World Music Awards darling, and a certified platinum-selling powerhouse. But behind the accolades is a voice with rare emotional gravity—Rimes doesn’t just sing a song, she soul-dives into it.
And the industry knows it. In 2023, she received the ASCAP Golden Note Award, an honor reserved for creators whose music has made an enduring impact. Past recipients include Stevie Wonder, Alan Jackson, and Quincy Jones—so yeah, she’s in good company.
What Exactly Is a Mega Mentor?
Let’s break it down. On The Voice, Mega Mentors come in mid-season to give each coach’s team a little extra edge heading into the knockout rounds. They’re the secret sauce—those surprise, A-list voices that give artists an outside perspective and a serious confidence boost.
But with Crow and Rimes in the mix, these aren’t just pep talks—they’re soul sessions.
Imagine stepping into a rehearsal room and getting advice from someone who’s literally lived every stage of the music industry. Sheryl, with her blend of songwriting finesse and emotional agility. LeAnn, with her command of performance and her deep understanding of public pressure. These aren’t just artists—they’re storytellers, survivors, innovators.
Their presence turns The Voice into more than a singing competition—it becomes a mentorship movement.
Sunset’s Take: The Past Meets the Future
Bringing these two icons into the mix isn’t just a ratings play—it’s a statement. As the music industry continues to evolve at the speed of TikTok trends and AI-generated playlists, there’s something deeply grounding about watching artists who came up in an analog world pass their wisdom on to digital-native performers.
It’s the slow burn meets the instant spark.
Sheryl Crow and LeAnn Rimes aren’t just here to hand out tips—they’re living proof that longevity matters. That artistry is more than virality. That your voice is more than your vocal cords—it’s the stories you tell, the moments you hold space for, and the way your music makes people feel.
And whether contestants are singing into a stadium mic or a studio condenser, you can bet they’ll walk away changed.
Season 27’s Shaping Up to Be a Journey
With Crow on Team Reba and Rimes on Team Dan + Shay, The Voice Season 27 is bridging generations and genres like never before. We’ve got the emotional intelligence of veterans, the boldness of newcomers, and a lineup that’s all killer, no filler.
At Sunset, we love a good full-circle moment. And this season’s shaping up to be just that—an intersection of icons and up-and-comers, grit and glitter, Nashville and pop hooks with bite.
So tune in. Take notes. And remember: sometimes, the most powerful voices aren’t the ones in the spotlight—they’re the ones behind the mic, cheering you on from the wings.
