Ever wondered how a single song can become a Michigan football anthem? 🏈 In this episode of "The Maize and Blue Mixtape," we go straight to the source with former Wolverine Joel Honigford to get the exclusive, behind-the-scenes story of how "Pump It Up" took over The Big House!
Join host and former Wolverine Doug Cohen as he sits down with Joel Honigford to dive into the music that defines Michigan football. They discuss the full story behind the legendary "Pump It Up" anthem and the 2021 Big Ten Championship run, debate the pros and cons of "Mr. Brightside," and reveal Joel's personal favorite artists and albums!
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Chapters
[00:00] Intro to "The Maize and Blue Mixtape"
[00:44] The "Pump It Up" Story
[02:38] From Practice to the Big House
[05:20] The Impact of "Pump It Up"
[06:23] Debating "Mr. Brightside"
[10:50] The Genesis of "Mr. Brightside"
[14:10] Music Favorites
[17:15] Honigford's Career Transition
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