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Continuing on its journey since September 22 with the one-of-a-kind line-up of coaches, Niall Horan, Michael Bublé, Snoop Dogg, and Kelly Clarkson, the season is bound to be best exercised with the “Big Voice Energy” provided by the show in prime time. The entire announcement was rather crazy, featuring the coaches goofing around and showing off some team spirit; of course, leading the pack was Niall Horan in Dallas Cowboys gear proudly claiming, “We’re taking prime time to a new level.”
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Generally, the viewers had positive and loud responses, with much emphasis laid on Niall Horan returning as a coach. The comments were filled with excitement over the former One Direction member returning to judging. One commenter aptly captured the feeling by saying, “So happy to see Niall back!!” while another said, “Niall has never looked better.”
Michael Bublé coming in as a coach also caused much buzz, with one fan writing, “Literally Bublé has been the best thing to happen to The Voice” to express that the smooth operator crooner had already cast a spell on The Voice before the show even began.
The comments gave birth to an interesting dynamic between fans, many of whom immediately set out their flags with hashtags like #TEAMNIALL and messages full of jubilant support. One fiery fan wrote, “TEAM NIALL AND MICHAEL!!!!!! 😍 I HAVE NEVER BEEN THIS EXCITED,” illustrating the comedic interest being built by the season’s lineup.
There was also a slightly disturbing admission made in the comments amid those that were star-focused. The comment read: “I like Niall and everything but girl coming on there all stalker-like and admitting it to the world yikes,” but there was no clarity on what act was being referred to within the post or video content.
In a celebrity-worship-worthy moment, it was revealed by Ryan Mitchell that he would be competing in the new season, saying, “👀 that’s me taking my little stroll onto the stage… see if you can spot me on Sept 22 ;).” Supporters instantly congratulated him with promises of looking out for his appearance, speaking to the dynamic vibe that has made The Voice such a sustaining franchise.
From all over the globe came the testimony of the show’s international popularity, among them a comment from Sri Lanka, calling the coaches “4 brilliant next level superstar coaches.” Another one in Portuguese translated to something along the lines of “[something about being in love] ❤️❤️❤️ Niall!!,” showing the origin of the show and all its celebrity coaches.
The only voice breaking from the series of cries over the arrival of Horan and Bublé was an early peek into the general anticipation toward the new season. In the words of one commenter, “Looking forward to this season,” while another hurriedly responded with, “yay they are back 🤩,” showing the general excitement greeting the return of this show.
The announced premiere date of September 22nd appeared here and there in the comments, many of the users marking the time slot of 8/7c for NBC and Peacock. The undying excitement held in those hundreds of comments suggests that this season-and the amazing comeback of one’s favourite Horan included, alongside the new Bublé and the classical Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson-will very much stir early buzz that will assuredly translate to strong ratings for the network.
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The viral response of the announcement post goes to show how the star power of reality competition show coaches can burn out so fast if not sustained. Especially where their fan bases from elsewhere in their respective music careers quickly launch a translation of TV success for the show. Niall Horan seems to be the star favorite coming out of those comments, with his One Direction fan base still going strong and enthusiastically supporting his TV ventures.
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