The Whistler Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 I think we need some Tommy Dorsey, Glen Miller and Frank Sinatra played to fire up the other side of the arena. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedi Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 I haven't actually seen this video, but friends have described it to me. In the Air Tonight is not a pump-up song, neither is AFI's Miseria Cantare. They are both way too slow. They should let the band play and put some video on the screen. I thought it was awesome when they used to show highlights from recent games. In fact, that might help give the Ralph more of a college identity, which it needs. What connection do Phil Collins or AFI have to UND? The fact that UND has the technology to make a Phil Collins intro video, doesn't mean it should. I'm holding Phil personally responsible for UND's slow start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soSIOUXme Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 found my holiday screensaver from your collection, thanks I can't break down a game, rate players performances, provide incredible insights into the world of hockey, do mindblowing mathematical equations, etc...so making the pics is my small way of giving back to the SiouxSports community that turned me into a fanatic. So you are very welcome. That's what I put them online for. Happy Holidays! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WiSioux Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I thought it was awesome when they used to show highlights from recent games. They still do that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siouxforce19 Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I generally feel fans shouldn't need a "pump up song" to get pumped up for a game. One would HOPE you're already pumped up and ready to go before the game begins. So I don't feel the pre-game video should matter. Whatever they choose is fine by me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnsowe Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 The problem it is too long!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Whistler Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 The problem it is too long!! Too long without Perry Como you mean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Schwartz Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 There is no greater song to play before the teams hit the ice, it just makes the blood rush in my system almost like in anticipation of the teams hitting the ice. From Wikipedia: Since the song's release, "In The Air Tonight" has been the most played song on PA systems of NFL stadiums, and has become almost a tradition to some players. Some players, most notably all-pro linebackers Derrick Brooks and Ray Lewis, even sing the song while in a play. The song's popularity among NFL players was the subject of an NFL Films piece on ESPN. The song has been used as entrance music for a number of players and teams of various sports, including the University of Miami football team, NBA team the Miami Heat, and boxers Shane Mosley, Riddick Bowe, and Jermain Taylor. Pro basketball player Kevin Garnett is often seen mimicking the drum solo in timeouts and refers to it as "one of his favorite songs", and it is also used during pre-game introductions at Boston Celtics games. The song has also been used during the 2008 Montreal Canadiens playoff games, before the players come out on the ice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nodak hockey fanatic Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 i don't know if it is the greatest pump up song of all time... but i do like it, and it builds as it goes along, the intense part hits just at the right time for me. i personally like it, and think it is better than last years video intro. watching the players hit the ice, then the video does it for me. it's kind of along the same lines of stairway to heaven, builds as it goes, then rocks the last couple of minutes, but i undertand its not for everyone. i don't think we need speed metal for it not to be a "soft" intro. also, i like the comfy seats. i get raucus and rowdy during the games, but enjoy being able to feel my ass after the game also. i've sat on many wooden bleachers, and imho, does not add to the experience. oh well, to each their own. at least we can all agree which team is the best in the land... with the best fans (who disagree on minor details) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Whistler Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 Nothing fires me up more than a rousing rendition of "Lady of Spain" played on the organ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nodak hockey fanatic Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 Nothing fires me up more than a rousing rendition of "Lady of Spain" played on the organ. i love slapshot references ..."don't ever play lady of spain again!" http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=f54YcsOSTDU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fetch Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I like the song a lot but I'm of that age or older I like Catch a Falling Star by Perry Como too (one of the 1st songs I can remember) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJ8RUE-GF4E & Buck Cherry is almost as good as the Black Crowes what was the topic again ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gopherz Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I obviously haven't heard the version or how they do it at the Ralph yet this year but the Nonpoint version is sick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reformed Gphr Fan Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Harvard had a great "player intro" video before the game - I'd love to see the Sioux do something like theirs. Wish I could find a copy of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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