{
  "id": 6522129,
  "title": "Fans Are Buzzing After Pearl Jam Guitarist's Pats-Seahawks National Anthem",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/fans-are-buzzing-after-pearl-jam-guitarists-pats-seahawks-national",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-10T02:11:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/fans-are-buzzing-after-pearl-jam-guitarists-pats-seahawks-national-anthem-12423813"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Football enthusiasts were thrilled by Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready's electrifying performance of the National Anthem prior to the New England Patriots versus Seattle Seahawks game. McCready, known for his prowess on the guitar, delivered a rendition of \"The Star-Spangled Banner\" that echoed the legendary sound of Jimi Hendrix. Social media users were left in awe, some even comparing McCready's performance to Hendrix's own iconic rendition and expressing that they had been deeply moved, with one user even stating they shed a tear. The electric start to the NFL season, featuring McCready's performance, was met with widespread positivity, with many fans praising McCready's incredible display. Beyond the anthem, McCready is also set to join Taylor Momsen and Soundgarden for the halftime show, marking an electrifying kickoff to the new season.",
  "summary": "The Seattle Seahawks had a legendary rocker perform the National Anthem, and he did not disappoint.",
  "key_points": [
    "Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready performed National Anthem before Patriots vs Seahawks game.",
    "McCready's rendition likened to Jimi Hendrix's iconic version.",
    "McCready to join Taylor Momsen and Soundgarden for halftime show."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}