State of Origin viewers slam Temper Trap's 'terrible' pre-match show - labeling it 'flat' and disappointing: 'They're not a stadium act'

State of Origin viewers slam Temper Trap's 'terrible' pre-match show - labeling it 'flat' and disappointing: 'They're not a stadium act' READ MORE: NSW State of Origin hard man Angus Crichton sends Queensland captain a veiled threat after he was hit with a 'cheap shot' in game one By Kate Dennett For Daily Mail Australia Published: 06:04 EDT, 26 June 2024 | Updated: 07:04 EDT, 26 June 2024 e-mail 6 View comments State of Origin viewers were left underwhelmed by Temper Trap's performance at the MCG in Queensland for the NRL's Game Two on Wednesday. The iconic Aussie rock band took to the stage at the 90,000-capacity stadium ahead of the much-awaited match to sing their globally known 2008 hit Sweet Disposition. But fans were left feeling 'flat' after watching the band - made up of singer Dougy Mandagi, drummer Toby Dundas, bassist Jonathon Aherne and pianist Joseph Greer - perform live.

They took to X - formerly known as Twitter - to share their thoughts as they argued the melodic track wasn't a good choice of song to get fans energised. Viewers were also unimpressed with lead singer Dougy's vocals as they insisted his voice isn't 'what it used to be' while making their opinions perfectly clear. 'Temper Trap adding to the many horrendous Rugby League musical performances over the years,' one wrote.

'The Temper Trap singer's voice ain't what it used to be,' another said, while a third added: 'Why do we need the Temper Trap to sing horrifically at us?' A fourth tweeted: 'Yep tem.