Chris Stapleton , Snoop Dogg and Cindy Blackman Santana, did a cover to Phil Collins 1981 hit ” In the Air Tonight” for the new Monday Night Football Anthem on September 18th.
ESPN is debuting its new Monday Night Football anthem tonight featuring a cover of Phil Collins’ “In The Air Tonight” by Chris Stapleton, Snoop Dog, and Cindy Blackman.
Chris Stapleton & Snoop Dogg Reimagine ‘In the Air Tonight’ for ‘Monday Night Football’ Theme Song
It’s interesting to hear about the collaboration between Chris Stapleton, Snoop Dogg, and Cindy Blackman Santana for a cover of Phil Collins’ “In the Air Tonight” for the new Monday Night Football Anthem on September 18th. Here are some key points from the information you provided:
- Collaboration: Chris Stapleton, Snoop Dogg, and drummer Cindy Blackman Santana worked together to create a new opening theme for Monday Night Football, featuring a cover of Phil Collins’ iconic song “In the Air Tonight.”
- Video Description: The recreation of the song is accompanied by a moody and visually captivating video. Chris Stapleton is seen walking determinedly down a stadium, while Snoop Dogg makes an entrance in a lowrider for a rap verse. The video includes clips of NFL teams, dancers, and Cindy Blackman Santana playing the drums. Stapleton finishes the video with a guitar solo as he sings the chorus.
- Production: The new opening theme was produced, in part, by Dave Cobb, who is known for his work with Chris Stapleton.
- Release: The full version of the opening theme premiered during a Monday Night Football game featuring the New Orleans Saints and the Carolina Panthers.
- Country Stars and Football: Country music and football openings have a history of going hand-in-hand. Other country artists, like Carrie Underwood, have also been involved in creating football opening themes.
- Upcoming Album: Chris Stapleton is set to release his new album, “Higher,” on November 10th, building anticipation among his fans.
- Snoop Dogg’s Activism: Snoop Dogg has been an outspoken supporter of striking Hollywood writers and actors, showing solidarity with the WGA and SAG/AFTRA by canceling planned concerts at the Hollywood Bowl.
This collaboration and the new rendition of “In the Air Tonight” seem to have added a unique and exciting touch to the Monday Night Football experience.