Joe Walsh, Zac Brown to Mentor ‘The Voice’ S28; NBC Launches “Mic Drop”
Two prominent figures in the music industry, Joe Walsh and Zac Brown, are set to join the upcoming Season 28 of NBC’s popular singing competition, The Voice, as mega mentors. Their involvement promises to enhance the show as it transitions into the highly competitive Knockout rounds.
New Mentors on The Voice
Joe Walsh will partner with coaches Niall Horan and Reba McEntire, while Zac Brown will assist Michael Bublé and Snoop Dogg. This season, each coach will work with eight artists as they enter the Knockouts, which begin on October 27. During this round, there are no saves or steals, intensifying the competition. Coaches must select only one artist from their team to advance to the Playoffs.
Introducing the ‘Mic Drop’ Feature
Season 28 will also unveil an exciting new feature called the “Mic Drop” button. Each coach receives this button to highlight an artist from their team whose performance stands out. Viewers will have the chance to vote for the “Mic Drop” winner among the participating artists. The artist with the most votes will win the opportunity to perform at the prestigious Rose Parade, scheduled for January 1, 2026.
Background on Joe Walsh
- Joe Walsh has enjoyed a diverse career spanning over five decades.
- He is known for being a singer, songwriter, and producer.
- Walsh is a member of the Eagles and received the Kennedy Center Honors in 2016.
- He founded VetsAid, a nonprofit organization for veterans, in 2017.
- Walsh has released a total of 12 studio albums.
About Zac Brown
- Zac Brown is the front man of Zac Brown Band, a Grammy Award-winning group.
- The band was inducted into the Fenway Music Hall of Fame in 2022.
- They will be the first country group to hold a residency at Sphere in Las Vegas, starting in December 2025.
The collaboration of Joe Walsh and Zac Brown in The Voice Season 28, along with the innovative “Mic Drop” feature, promises to bring new energy and excitement to the show. Fans can look forward to a thrilling season as these talented mentors guide their respective teams through the challenges ahead.
