This is the purest vocal talent competition ever. Looks don't play a role. It's all about real talent. It's all about the voice.

Four international recording artists make up the judging panel: Tom Jones, Jessie J, The Script frontman Danny O'Donoghue and Will.I.Am. Each will bring unique expertise and experience to the show, as they work with the contestants in their quest to discover the nation's best vocal talent.

First, each coach will select a team of 10 contestants during a 'Blind Audition' process. The viewers at home will be able to see the singers, but the panel must decide on voice alone. Two singers from each team will then be pitted against each other in the 'Battle Round' and, after singing the same song, one is eliminated. After the 'Battle Round', the surviving five contestants from each team will compete in a series of live broadcasts, with a TV audience helping the coaches to decide who will proceed to the final.

In this official guide to the show, Tim Randall goes backstage during the entire filming process. This is the essential behind-the-scenes guide to the series, including interviews with the contestants, masterclasses in how to be a successful recording artist, a diary written by the finalists as they prepare for the live shows and a special report on The Voice around the world.

The official companion to the massive new BBC talent show, The Voice.

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