As a gamer with a diverse range of interests and a deep appreciation for reality TV competitions, I found myself utterly captivated by Bronson Arroyo’s journey on The Masked Singer. Being an avid sports fan and a regular viewer of Netflix documentaries like “The Comeback: 2004 Red Sox,” I wasn’t entirely surprised to discover that the MLB World Series champion was a hidden talent behind the Sherlock Hound mask.
❗️Caution: The information below reveals spoilers from the latest episode of ‘The Masked Singer’ broadcast on Thanksgiving. You can watch it exclusively on Hulu, but proceed with caution if you wish to avoid spoilers!
In The Masked Singer, we often focus on the surprising celebrity identities, but less so on those who can sing surprisingly well. When MLB World Series champion Bronson Arroyo was unmasked as Sherlock Hound, I was taken aback, not just because I had recently rewatched The Comeback: 2004 Red Sox on Netflix, but also because athletes appearing on the show always catch me off guard. Arroyo shared with TopMob that it’s not unusual to receive such reactions.
In our chat prior to Bronson Arroyo’s elimination on The Masked Singer, I brought up the topic of other contestants who are professional athletes aiming for a career in music, such as basketball player Victor Oladipo. I asked him about the challenges or advantages of entering the music industry when you’re already recognized as an elite athlete, and his perspective was quite intriguing:
To put it frankly, I believe the challenge might be slightly more intense. Over the past two decades, I’ve performed in countless shows – solo with an acoustic guitar or with a complete band. Usually, feedback goes like this: “I came because my friend said you were good, I wasn’t sure about a baseball player, but you guys sounded fantastic!” This often leads to some uncertainty about someone who excels in one area, and whether they can deliver when it comes to music.
Admittedly, I found myself harboring a bias towards talent versatility only when Bronson Arroyo shared his thoughts on the matter. To clarify, I’m certain that plenty appreciate Taylor Swift’s melodious voice, but the prospect of her joining Travis Kelce in professional football feels somewhat implausible and less captivating to me. Strangely enough, it’s challenging for my mind to grasp the idea that someone could excel at multiple domains when they’ve already demonstrated exceptional skill in one field at an elite level.
The positive aspect is, Bronson Arroyo remains unfazed by such an attitude. He elaborated on the benefits of playing gigs where the audience might not anticipate a performance from him since he was once a baseball pitcher.
I find a certain pleasure in it as people tend to underestimate your abilities. If you manage to put on a two-hour show and tackle songs that are challenging to perform, like ‘Even Flow’, ‘Once’ by Pearl Jam, and ‘Lithium’ by Nirvana (which aren’t simple tunes), then you’ve certainly earned their respect. Ideally, this will encourage them to return for another performance.
As Sherlock Hound, Bronson Arroyo demonstrated his knack for rock music. Although I was slightly disappointed that “Peanuts Night” didn’t feature any classic tunes associated with the franchise, I enjoyed how he added an edgy flair to Group C with “Ho Hey.” I also appreciated his rendition of “Under The Bridge” by The Red Hot Chili Peppers. If there had been a stronger theme night for him, he might have outperformed Strawberry Shortcake, who is undeniably gifted too.
Except for Macaron, who wasn’t aware she’d be performing when she first joined The Masked Singer, Group C has been brimming with intense rivalry. For those who haven’t caught his act yet, let’s hope the world is now prepared to witness Bronson Arroyo as a genuine musician.
The Masked Singer‘s Season 12 rolls on every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET on Fox. I can hardly wait for the second half of the season to begin, and it’s exciting to know that the Quarter Finals are coming up soon!
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2024-12-01 01:07