UPDATE 7/16 1:40PM:
Ingrid has admitted that she was drunk during this performance. She is seeking the help she needs with her problem as a result.
Country singer Ingrid Andress is facing harsh criticism for her performance of the National Anthem at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby Monday night (7/15).
The Grammy nominated singer performed the “Star-Spangled Banner” at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
Following the performance many people on X (formerly Twitter) sounded off about the rendition.
One user stated, “knew Ingrid Andress was doomed when they announced her as a ‘four-time Grammy nominee’ but not an actual winner.”
“Off-key vocal fry exploding like the rockets red glare,” another user posted.
One user shared a photo of John Cena lifting The Rock’s hand and captioning it, “Fergie passing the torch to Ingrid Andress for worst National Anthem of all time.”
I have had many professional singers tell me that is the hardest song to sing. I can only imagine it is because of the pressure to sing it well. That’s why I believe your best bet is not to try to “stylize” the performance. Just sing it the way it was written is in my opinion the best option.
By: Buck Stevens
