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Nashville Predators: New season means new pipes-and not just in the crease.

After a bad break-up experience, the Nashville Predators are auditioning for a new singer to perform the National Anthem before home games. After opening rounds of auditions and applications, eleven finalist will try their luck in front of celebrity judges.

In a place called “Music City,” finding the right voice is paramount. But, why is the Star Spangled Banner even performed before sporting events? Let’s talk about the history of America’s song.

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When studying the history of the National Anthem, one must start at the beginning-September 14, 1814. The United States had been fighting the British military for the second time on US soil.