Us Weekly (April 15th 2013)

How the Voice Coaches Compare

Cee Lo's and Christina's stand-ins, Usher and Shakira, try to fill their shoes

MENTORING APPROACH

Christina Aguilera could be "harsh, host Carson Daly tells Us. As for Cee Green, 38? "He was laid-back!" says fellow coach Blake Shelton. Usher, 34, "is aggressive," notes Shelton, while Shakira offers heartfelt encouragement. To one ousted hopeful, she purred: "Life is full of second and third chances."

SIGNATURE STYLE

More was more for the former stars. Aguilera favored low-cut tops and tiny hats. Green wigged out (Jheri curls, anyone?). The Colombian superstar, 36, and Justin Bieber's mentor have been letting contestants shine by sticking to basic black.

COSTAR CHEMISTRY

Adam Levine admits it was "sad" bidding adieu to rival Aguilera, 32: "She and Cee Lo can't be replaced!" Shelton embraces the newbies. "We built a fast bond in the trenches together," he explains. "We call, we text!"