Cincinnati’s own Freekbass played “The Star Spangled Banner” at TQL Stadium in his hometown on Saturday at a Major League Soccer match. The acclaimed bassist delivered an instrumental version of the national anthem before FC Cincinnati battled Columubs Crew to a 2 – 2 draw.
The game was part of the “Hell Is Real Derby” in which the state’s two MLS teams faceoff. “It’s been a lifelong dream to perform the national anthem solo on bass,” explained Freekbass in a press release when his appearance was announced. The bassist teamed with vocalist Sammi Garett to play “The Star Spangled Banner” before a 2019 Cincinnati Reds game. “This will be the first time I’m doing it solo on bass guitar, and I am just so thankful and humbled that FC Cincinnati invited me to be a part of this amazing day.”
“I can’t begin to explain the emotions I felt [on Saturday],” wrote Freekbass on YouTube. “Thank you everyone at FC Cincinnati for asking me to perform this song. It was such an honor and I’ll never forget it.”
Check out Freekbass’ “The Star Spangled Banner” performance below:
