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Van Halen Honored with Marching Band Tribute

Van Halen could be honorary Buckeyes after this performance from the Ohio State University Spring Athletic Band. During halftime at Ohio State’s Spring Game on April 16, the university’s band…

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Van Halen could be honorary Buckeyes after this performance from the Ohio State University Spring Athletic Band.

During halftime at Ohio State's Spring Game on April 16, the university's band performed a four-song medley from Van Halen opening with "Runnin' With the Devil," followed by "Dreams," "Panama" and closing with "Jump."

The performance featured the Ohio State University Spring Athletic Band transitioning to-and-from various formations including Van Halen's iconic logo.

The full performance can be viewed below.

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