The Voice UK discography indicating intent to coach them. If more than one coach turns round, power falls into the hands of the singer. Once all four teams are complete, the live shows begin and the singers sing songs chosen for them by the coaches. "The Voice UK" has been referred to as a "big, exciting and warm-hearted series" and a "new generation in its genre" by "The Guardian". It began its eleven-week run on 24 March 2012 on BBC One and its second series began on 30 March 2013. The judging panel was Danny O'Donoghue, Jessie J, Sir Tom Jones and will.i.am, while
The Voice UK (series 1) series, Cheryl's performance was live on Saturday's show, but Kylie's performance was broadcast on Sunday's results show. It was also the first time there were two special musical guests. The final live show aired on 2 June 2012. Each coach had one artist each in their team, and for the first time in the series, each artist performed three songs: a solo number, a duet with their coach and their favourite song of the series. BBC Radio 2's Paul Gambaccini told the "Radio Times" that "The Voice UK" is "karaoke", and Mark Goodier questioned the motives of Universal Music saying,