In 2017, during Season 6 of The Voice: La Plus Belle Voix, French singer and guitarist Will Barber delivered a Blind Audition that quickly went viral. His bold reinterpretation of “Another Brick in the Wall” by Pink Floyd immediately grabbed attention. Instead of recreating the progressive rock sound of the original, Barber offered a version that felt more grounded, raw, and emotionally intense.
By stepping away from the song’s iconic rock structure, he reshaped it into a blend of blues and country. The heavy riffs and rebellious energy of the original gave way to a deeper, slower groove and a powerful vocal performance. Yet the song did not lose its strength — it gained a new dimension while preserving its inner tension and dramatic force.
One of the most striking elements of the performance was his instrument of choice — the Weissenborn guitar. This rare Hawaiian instrument features a hollow neck and is designed for lap-style playing, resting horizontally across the knees. Its warm, sliding tones created an atmospheric soundscape that heightened the emotional impact and made the audition truly distinctive.
The coaches’ reaction was immediate. Zazie turned her chair, clearly impressed by his individuality and stage presence. He ultimately joined her team, and the performance spread widely online, earning praise for its originality and courage.
Will Barber later returned to the stage in 2021 for the anniversary season of The Voice All Stars in France. Still, his 2017 Blind Audition remains one of the most memorable and unconventional reinterpretations of a classic hit in the show’s history.
