UPDATE: The Zac Brown Band’s “Love & Fear” residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas is igniting fierce controversy as fans accuse the band of incorporating satanic imagery into their performances. This uproar follows a series of social media posts that have gone viral, leading to a significant public backlash.
During a performance on December 12, 2024, Zac Brown addressed the allegations directly, stating, “Thank y’all for such an incredible, incredible night tonight.” He added, “There’s a lot of people that picked it up online saying that we are doing some kind of satanic ritual…if you get a minute drop somebody a comment…that’s trying to say that we are trying to worship the devil which is horseshit.”
Fans flooded social media with clips from the opening of the show, which they claimed depicted a “descent into Hell.” Videos show Brown wearing a crown resembling horns, surrounded by skeletal imagery, prompting comments like, “Zac Brown Band performed a demonic ritual at The Sphere,” from users on X (formerly Twitter) and others labeling the performance as “energy harvesting rituals.”
The backlash continued across social platforms, with comments ranging from “Oh look another one who sold their souls” to “You’ve crossed into the demonic realm like way too many artists.”
IMPACT: The controversy has reverberated beyond the band, placing them among a growing list of country music stars facing similar accusations of satanism in recent months. Notably, Carly Pearce and Jelly Roll have also found themselves in the eye of the storm.
In June 2024, Carly Pearce was targeted after sharing photos from CMA Fest, where a parking space number, 668, was mistakenly interpreted as 666. She responded on X, stating, “I am a devout Christian who takes PRIDE in using my platform to point people toward JESUS.” Her comments were met with support, as many fans expressed disbelief at the accusations.
Jelly Roll, a vocal advocate for his faith, faced scrutiny following his performance at Ozzy Osbourne’s Rock Hall of Fame induction. He revealed during a November interview on The Pat McAfee Show that he quit social media due to the overwhelming claims about his character, emphasizing, “Satan runs from the name I say.”
NEXT: As the Zac Brown Band continues its residency, fans and critics alike will be watching closely. The band plans to share more content from the show, which may either quell the controversy or escalate it further.
This developing situation highlights the intense scrutiny artists face in today’s social media landscape, raising questions about the intersection of faith and entertainment in the country music genre. As the scrutiny intensifies, the public’s response could shape the narrative around these artists moving forward.
Stay tuned for more updates as the story unfolds, and join the conversation online to share your thoughts on this controversial topic.
