01-02-2013, 06:21 PM
I've been following the band since I was in diapers. I even got to perform with them during the "Spotted Owl" game up in Oregon. For me, their music and energy routinely make for the best concert in the world. I second Farm93's post, whether it's at the Rose Bowl Parade or New Year's in Chinatown, these guys overflow with contagious enthusiasm.
My only caveat is that I think the narrations they do are rarely funny, but it doesn't detract from the great music. My guess is that other teams boo so much because a marching band is something sacred, and seeing the band scramble around is considered disgraceful.
Another disclaimer for the band is that if you're on the side facing away from them during the Anthem, you're not going to hear it. And in the Rose Bowl it's hard to hear anything.
My only caveat is that I think the narrations they do are rarely funny, but it doesn't detract from the great music. My guess is that other teams boo so much because a marching band is something sacred, and seeing the band scramble around is considered disgraceful.
Another disclaimer for the band is that if you're on the side facing away from them during the Anthem, you're not going to hear it. And in the Rose Bowl it's hard to hear anything.

