Blake Shelton Joins Kelly Clarkson for Special Performance of ‘Austin’

Los Angeles, CA – May 2025 — A Memorable Musical Moment on The Kelly Clarkson Show

Fans were treated to an unexpected and touching surprise when Blake Shelton dropped in on The Kelly Clarkson Show for an impromptu duet with host Kelly Clarkson. The two longtime friends and former Voice coaches teamed up for an acoustic performance of Shelton’s 2001 hit, “Austin.”

Part of the show’s special “Road Trip” edition, the moment was unplanned and deeply heartfelt — a stripped-down rendition that highlighted both the song’s emotional weight and the duo’s natural chemistry. The performance quickly gained traction online, with fans calling it a season-defining moment and praising its sincerity and simplicity.

“The Duet We Didn’t Know We Needed”: Clarkson & Shelton Go Viral with Acoustic “Austin”

With nothing but a guitar and their voices, Blake Shelton and Kelly Clarkson shared a stripped-back rendition of Shelton’s 2001 hit “Austin”—a performance that quickly resonated with fans across the globe.

Seated side by side, the longtime friends and former Voice coaches delivered a moment that felt more like a conversation than a performance—intimate, spontaneous, and full of heart.

“I’ve never heard you sing on this show,” Shelton joked before strumming the first chords. Clarkson responded with a laugh, then joined in with harmonies that gave the ballad new emotional depth.

Captured during The Kelly Clarkson Show’s “Road Trip” episode, the duet was later shared on YouTube, where it quickly racked up millions of views and drew widespread praise from viewers:

💬 “This is the duet we never knew we needed.”
💬 “Those harmonies gave me goosebumps—pure magic.”

A Familiar Chemistry Fans Still Love

More than just a standout musical moment, the performance marked a heartfelt reunion between two fan-favorite Voice coaches. Their genuine friendship and easy chemistry, built over years on the show, was on full display—reminding audiences why they loved watching these two together in the first place.

Though both left The Voice after Season 23, fans were quick to call for more collaborations:

“Can we please get a full Kelly & Blake country album? This is lightning in a bottle.”

Whether impromptu or planned, this performance proved that when Kelly Clarkson and Blake Shelton share a song, something truly special happens.

CLARKSON’S VOICE: POWER, EMOTION, AND CONSISTENCY

Following her emotional duet with Blake Shelton, Kelly Clarkson delivered yet another unforgettable performance—this time with a soul-stirring cover of Carrie Underwood’s “Blown Away.” In celebration of Underwood’s new role as a judge on American Idol, Clarkson’s version brought her trademark mix of power, precision, and raw emotion.

“This hit me harder than the original,” one fan wrote. “Every lyric felt real.”

The performance reaffirmed why Clarkson remains one of the most respected vocalists of her generation.