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Ricardo Marino Stuns Crowd With Soaring National Anthem Performance
August 2025 — San Antonio, TX
Former Voice Season 27 finalist Ricardo Marino delivered a breathtaking a cappella performance of the U.S. national anthem that is quickly becoming the talk of the music world.
Marino, who first captured attention with his electrifying blind-audition of Paul Anka’s “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” shared video of the anthem performance on social media, writing simply: “It was an honor to sing the national anthem.” Fans flooded the comments: “I got chills,” wrote one admirer, while another said, “You sound so amazing that you don’t need any musical assistance.”
The performance took place at a sold-out baseball game before tens of thousands in the stands and a national TV audience. Dressed in a navy suit, Marino stood center-field with one hand over his heart and let his clear, rich tenor soar—without accompaniment. Vocal coaches praised his breath control and dynamic restraint, noting that he honored the song while making it feel fresh.
Marino’s journey to this moment began in a humble San Antonio neighborhood, singing in the kitchen while his mother cooked. Friends secretly submitted his Voice audition tape, leading to a four-chair turn during his blind audition and a season as a key member of Team Legend.
Since The Voice, Marino has been writing original music and performing across Texas. His anthem performance sparked a 200 percent surge in music streams within 24 hours and reportedly drew interest from major labels. Yet the singer remains grounded, crediting his family, coaches, and fans: “I’m just the voice,” he said. “They’re the heartbeat behind it.”
With new songs on the horizon that blend his soulful roots and contemporary pop influences, and with fans campaigning for him to sing at future national events, Ricardo Marino’s stirring anthem proves he’s more than a TV talent—he’s a rising artist with a voice built for the big stage.