World Debut: “Illini Anthem”
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"Illini Anthem" is a contender for the University of Illinois' new potential fight song. The song celebrates diversity and inclusivity by incorperating hip-hop into its sound. To hear more about the process of creating it and changing traditions, The 21st was joined by the collaborators on the track.
GUESTS:
Jarrel Young, Artist, MSW Student UIUC '22
Jeff Sposato, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign School of Music Director
Barry L Houser, Illini Marching Band Director, Band Professor
Tune into WILL AM 580 @willpublicmedia Thursday Aug 5 at 11 am to hear the premiere of the “Illini Anthem” a new tradition in Illini Pride including interviews with @jarrelyoungmusic @theletterlbeats @illinoismusic Director Jeff Sposato @marchingillini Director Barry Houser pic.twitter.com/Iwlu6FUVEu
— Illinois Music (@IllinoisMusic) August 3, 2021
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