The Voice UK confirms the return of all four judges

Jessie J, Sir Tom Jones, will.i.am and Danny O’Donoghue will all return for the second series of The Voice UK, the BBC has confirmed.

All four coaches will reunite for the BBC’s singing competition, which will air in spring 2013.

“I’m really looking forward to seeing and working with Jessie, Will and Danny on the second series of The Voice. I’ve heard there will be some important changes that will make what is already a good, strong show even better,” said Sir Tom.

Jessie J also relayed her excitement to be coming back: “I’m so happy to be back as one of the original four for series two. It’s going to be even bigger and better this time and I can’t wait. Bring it on.”

As did her co-judge Danny O’Donoghue, saying: “I can’t wait to start the search again for the hottest vocal talent in the UK.

“I had an amazing experience last time and from what I believe, this year’s gonna be bigger and better, already the level of singers auditioning has gone through the roof and I can’t wait for the rest of the UK to hear and enjoy all the undiscovered artists there are out there. Tom, Will, and Jessie… Bring it on guys!!”

And in true will.i.am style, the Black Eyed Peas star added: “This season is gonna be doper than last year!”

Mark Linsey, the BBC’s Controller Entertainment Commissioning, said: “I am so thrilled that our four coaches are coming back for series two. All of them are hugely talented individuals and their immense knowledge and first-hand experience in the music industry makes it a line-up that is authentic and second to none.

“They care passionately about singing and all four of them will want to be the coach that discovers the next winner of The Voice.”