Kelly Clarkson’s Road Trip Features Heartfelt ‘Austin’ Duet with Blake Shelton

Los Angeles, CA – May 2025 — A Heartfelt Surprise on The Kelly Clarkson Show

In a moment that quickly captured fans’ attention online, country star Blake Shelton made a surprise guest appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show, joining Kelly Clarkson for an intimate, acoustic duet of his 2001 breakout hit, “Austin.”

Filmed during the show’s special “Road Trip” episode, the performance was stripped down, emotionally rich, and completely unscripted — a genuine musical moment between two longtime friends and former Voice coaches. Viewers and fans alike have called the duet “pure magic” and one of the standout highlights of the season.

“A Duet We Didn’t Know We Needed”: A Simple Performance Goes Viral

With just a guitar and their voices, Blake Shelton and Kelly Clarkson delivered a raw, acoustic version of “Austin” that quickly struck a chord with fans worldwide. Sitting side by side, the longtime friends created a moment of genuine musical connection that felt as intimate as it was powerful.

“I’ve never heard you sing on this show,” Shelton joked with a smile, strumming the opening chords. Clarkson laughed, then launched into harmonies that brought a fresh emotional layer to the classic country ballad.

The performance, featured in The Kelly Clarkson Show’s “Road Trip” episode, was uploaded to YouTube and quickly amassed millions of views. Fans flooded the comments section with praise:

💬 “This is the duet we’ve always wanted!”
💬 “Her harmonies gave me chills—what a moment.”

A Welcome Reunion for The Voice Fans

Blake and Kelly’s musical moment wasn’t just a great performance — it was a nostalgic reunion. As former coaches on The Voice, the two became known for their light-hearted rivalry and authentic friendship. Though both departed the show after Season 23 in 2023, their chemistry clearly hasn’t faded.

Fans on social media lit up with excitement, many asking for more collaborations:

“We need a full Kelly & Blake duet album. This is country gold!”

Whether spontaneous or planned, their “Austin” duet reminded fans just how special this duo can be when they share the spotlight.

CLARKSON’S VOCALS CONTINUE TO CAPTIVATE

The heartfelt duet with Blake Shelton follows another standout moment for Kelly Clarkson, who recently wowed fans with a powerful rendition of Carrie Underwood’s “Blown Away.” The performance, a tribute to Underwood’s new role as a judge on American Idol, showcased Clarkson’s signature blend of grit, range, and emotional depth.

“This hit me harder than the original,” one viewer commented. “You could feel every word.”