I’ve still not managed to get hold of a copy of the Voice translation of the Bible (hint) so I can’t make any comment on it from personal experience. While you wait for my thoughts, this review may well be of interest.
I haven’t read through the New Testament in The Voice yet, but the selections I have read lead me to believe that overall, it is to be recommended. It will be of particular interest to those seeking a more dynamic translation than the NIV or NLT, but who want more reference to literal touchstones in translation than The Message affords. Indeed, with the textual additions clearly delineated as they are, The Voice can be used for lay-study as well as reading for pleasure or devotional purposes. The Voice is fresh and lively, adding contextual notes into the text without unacceptably altering the original meaning. While it will have its critics (as all dynamic equivalence translations do), but it can be recommended for daily use and casual study. In this application, I believe it will re-enliven some of the passages which may have become dry and dusty for some through over-familiarization. (read more)