The Voice Season 28 Knockouts: Meet New Mega Mentors Joe Walsh and Zac Brown
Season 28 of "The Voice" introduces new mega mentors Joe Walsh and Zac Brown, who will join the coaches for the Knockouts. Joe Walsh, a Rock & Roll Hall of Famer known for his time with The Eagles, and Zac Brown, a Grammy-winning artist leading the Zac Brown Band, will work with the coaches and artists as they prepare for the next stage of the competition. The Knockouts are set to begin on Oct. 27, with each coach having eight artists to choose from. There are no saves or steals in this round, and only one artist from each team will advance to the Playoffs.
Joe Walsh, famous for hits like "Life's Been Good" and "Rocky Mountain Way," brings his expertise to Team Niall Horan and Reba McEntire. With five Grammy Awards under his belt, Walsh is a seasoned musician ready to guide the artists through the competition. Zac Brown, a three-time Grammy winner, leads the Zac Brown Band, which has achieved great success on the Billboard charts. The band has sold millions of albums and continues to be a force in the music industry.
The Knockouts this season will feature a new twist with the introduction of the "Mic Drop" button. Each coach will have the opportunity to use the button on an artist they believe deserves special recognition. Viewers at home will then vote for the "Mic Drop" winner, who will earn a performance at The Rose Parade on Jan. 1, 2026. This unique addition adds an exciting element to the competition and gives the artists a chance to showcase their talent in a new way.
Don't miss "The Voice" airing on Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and streaming the next day on Peacock. Tune in to see Joe Walsh, Zac Brown, and the coaches guide the artists through the Knockouts and beyond. With the competition heating up, the stakes are higher than ever as the artists vie for a spot in the Playoffs and ultimately the Live Shows.