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The Maize and Blue Mixtape!

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Hosted by former Michigan player and current music lover Doug Cohen, let's dive into the music scene of Ann Arbor and Michigan Sports, the lore, the marching band, Wolverine musicians and more!

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Maize & Blue Mixtape Episode 3! The VOICE of the Michigan Marching Band since 1970 Carl Grapentine Joins The Show! 20.12.2025 47:35

BaaaaaaaAAAAAAND TAKE THE FIELD!!!What a treat to have Carl Grapentine join the show! Carl has been the voice of the Michigan Marching Band at Michigan Stadium since 1970 and has been pulling double duty announcing the games as well since 2005! We LOVE our Marching Band and the band is a huge part of our football tradition and the success of the Wolverines over the years.[00:03] - Introduction: Me...

The Maize & Blue Mixtape! Episode 2: An Insane Week In Ann Arbor! Deadheads, The Team, and Chaos! 05.12.2025 36:42

It's the Grateful Dead episode! The first week of April 1989 was an insane week indeed in Ann Arbor. Michigan won the National Championship in basketball and a chaotic celebration ensued across campus, but on top of that there was a hash bash, and The Grateful Dead rolling into town for a two night stint at Crisler Arena. All in the space of 6 days. The defending Big Ten Champion Michigan Football...

The Maize & Blue Mixtape! Episode 1: Joel Honigford & How "Pump It Up" Became An Anthem! 06.11.2025 20:31

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 Michig...