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When it comes to national anthem performances, the Baltimore Orioles just served up a slice of pure divisiveness. At a recent game against the New York Mets, electronic musician Dan Deacon took a bold swing with his version of “The Star Spangled Banner.” Dressed in a Hawaiian shirt and oversized glasses, Deacon’s anthem attempt had the crowd swinging between laughter and confusion. Some fans praised his originality, while others suggested they might as well have invited a cat to sing instead.
Twitter was ablaze with reactions, as opinions ranged from “worst anthem ever” to “hey, this is different and fun!” One fan likened the experience to rock bottom for the Orioles, though perhaps Deacon unwittingly brought them a stroke of luck, as the team went on to win both games of their doubleheader that day. Who knew the secret to victory lay in an electronic, artsy rendition of our national anthem?
While we all have different takes on how the anthem should sound, it certainly raised the question: Should artists be allowed to interpret it in their own style, or should we stick to tradition? It’s a tough debate, especially since Deacon’s performance might just inspire a new wave of quirky anthems—just imagine a mariachi version next! What’s your take: should we embrace the weirdness in anthem performances or keep it classic?
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