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Watch as the Foo Fighters get the marching band treatment

November 4, 2021November 4, 2021 Alan Cross 0 Comments Baylor, Foo Fighters, Marching Band

You know your band is some kind of special when a squad like this turns your music into halftime entertainment

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Can a marching band perform Rush? Yes. Yes, they can.

October 10, 2021October 10, 2021 Alan Cross 0 Comments Marching Band, Ohio State, Rush

The Ohio State Marching Band decided to give a big shout-out to Rush with this routine. Nice work. (Via Blabbermouth)

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Never Judge a Drummer by his Cover

February 7, 2016 Alan Cross 0 Comments Drummer, Marching Band, Rudiements

Just another day out in the playground… (Via Danny) ..well, you didn’t see that coming did you?! Posted by Michael

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If You’re Planning to Quit Your Job, This is the Way to Do It

March 9, 2015March 9, 2015 Alan Cross 1 Comment Marching Band

Joey wasn’t happy working at the Renaissance Hotel in Providence, Rhode Island. So he quit. Using a marching band. (Via

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Monday Timesuck: Be Mesmerized by This Awesome Drumline

July 7, 2014July 7, 2014 Alan Cross 0 Comments Drumline, Marching Band

I don’t get marching bands, but I do appreciate a good drumline. (Via San Francisco Globe)

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This Week’s Top 11 Playlist: 28 February 2014

February 28, 2014 Alan Cross 1 Comment Helms Alee, Hold Steady, Lawrence Arms, Liars, Maravines, Marching Band, Metzingers, Run River North, Tinawaren, Valery Trails, White City

Thank God February is done.  I may still be brutally cold over most of the continent–and the long-term forecast isn’t

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Ongoing History of New Music Podcast

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Each week, the podcast looks at something from the alt-rock universe, from artist profiles to various thematic explorations. Whatever the episode, you’re definitely going to learn something that you might not find anywhere else. Trust us on this.

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Podcast – The Backstage Project

The Backstage Project Podcast

The Backstage Project Podcast with Mark Silver focuses on the stories behind the biggest and best entertainment products, events, and companies. We go behind the scenes with amazing people who have done or are doing extraordinary things to entertain you, the audience. From sporting events to concerts, from cable tv to music apps; if it’s made an impact on the entertainment world, we cover it.

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