The much-anticipated Big New Year's Eve Bash in Nashville started off on rocky footing, disappointing fans right from the get-go.
Parker McCollum hit the stage amid glowing lights and a crowd buzzing with excitement, all set to set off the night's revelry.
But confusion reigned for those streaming the event as Keith Urban's signature tunes cut through McCollum's live act.
Disgruntled audiences swiftly vented their irritation online.
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A user pointed out the mix-up: "Messed Me Up by Keith Urban was playing while Parker McCollum was singing Pretty Heart."
Was it a premature lip-sync blunder?
One theory suggested: "Keith Urban delayed lip sync track? ".
Viewer dismay was apparent as one commented, "Can they not hear Keith Urban in the background? Not a good start,".
Calls for a do-over sans the Urban soundtrack ensued, with pleas for McCollum to be granted a second chance.
"Dear CBS, you may want to turn off Keith Urban's mic while Parker is singing. Two songs going on at once isn't enjoyable," someone advised.
McCollum's loyal followers harbored no restraint: "They just did Parker McCollum so dirty.."
Further criticism ensued: "Omg, please turn off the Keith Urban playing over Parker McCollum. Someone clearly wasn't singing live, and they just let the track play. Y'all owe Parker an apology."
However, Keith Urban's fans were too busy showering him with compliments online to notice anything else.
After making a name for himself in his native Australia, Keith Urban made his mark on the U. S.
country charts in 1999 with his self-titled album. Fast forward twenty-five years, and the New Zealand-born star has collected 15 ACM Awards, 13 CMAs, and four Grammys.
Now 57 and still rocking, Urban released his 12th studio album, High, in September 2024.
With a lineup full of performances for the night, everyone is crossing their fingers that this will be the only technical glitch.
