Ricky Wilson

OMG we can’t believe it – the lad from Leeds has joined The Voice family and we’re thrilled that he’s one of our superstar coaches this season.

With his band The Kaiser Chiefs, Ricky has enjoyed more chart hits than we’ve had hot dinners, and his shelves are groaning under the weight of all his awards – including 3 Brit awards and an Ivor Novello. Add to that four Top 10 albums and the honour of performing at the London 2012 Olympic Closing Ceremony, and you have an impressive track record in the music biz. How do you top performing at the London 2012 Olympic Closing Ceremony? By joining the coaching panel on The Voice that’s how!

Ricky’s a big fan of the show, saying ‘I spent last winter yelling at The Voice’ – well this year he can yell from the famous red chair! He also thinks Tom and Will are ‘superstars’ and as for Kylie, he says ‘Who doesn’t want to spend their Saturday night with Kylie Minogue?’

Ricky – you are so right! We’re looking forward to Saturday nights with both you and Kylie – and of course, Tom and Will, Emma and Marvin - and all the new Artists... Bring it on!!