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America: Volk
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In the sound clip above the 'Star Spangled Banner' as performed by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir is contrasted with Laibach's version on Volk with Boris Benko on vocals (Milan Fras appears elsewhere on the track). Whilst the original is an affirmation of the USA's bravery under the national flag, Laibach questions whether America still lives up to the values of the anthem.

Here is a video of a combined US military cadet choir with US army trumpet heralds performing at the 2002 NFL Superbowl.

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NFL Superbowl, 2002, 'Star Spangled Banner'