Jacksonville celebrates 125th anniversary of 'Black National Anthem' and native sons
On this day 125 years ago the Black National Anthem was first performed, written by James Weldon Johnson and with music ...
Jon Batiste Brought a Modern Spin to the National Anthem at Super Bowl 2025
Jon Batiste opened Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans with a rendition of 'The Star-Spangled Banner' kicking off a rematch between ...
Jon Batiste Jazzes Up National Anthem for 2025 Super Bowl
The Grammy Award-winning performer, a Louisiana native, delivered a special rendition ahead of Super Bowl LIX.
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What is the Black national anthem and why is it sung before the Super Bowl?
Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing,” a song often called the Black national anthem, was sung before the Super Bowl for the fifth year ...
Jon Batiste's lively Super Bowl national anthem gets the good times rolling in New Orleans
Jon Batiste brought musicianship and New Orleans flair to the Super Bowl national anthem, while Lauren Daigle and Ledisi also ...