He was rejected in season 4 but came back on season 5. Then he came back on season 5 singing Losing my Religion getting all four coaches. When he had to choose a coach he picked Adam . The Battles: in the battle rounds he was facing Matt Cermanski singing OneRepublics' Counting Stars, eventullly James won and Matt lost but no one stole Matt. The Knockouts: Fun Facts: .James Irwin is the first contestant to ever be rejected and comeback with all four chairs turned.