Marching music and a drink for the Louisiana Primary on Mojito Day 2020

Today is the Louisiana Primary, so it's time for a news report followed by some marching music to enjoy while waiting for the results. WWLTV has the news report, Louisiana Voting Day is tomorrow (at least it was tomorrow when the station broadcast the clip).

Voting officials say masks are recommended and all voting machines will be regularly wiped down

May all those voting in person stay safe and healthy at the polling places!

Now the marching music, beginning with the Pelican State's remaining drum corps, 2018 Louisiana Stars.


Follow over the jump for Louisiana's top college bands, LSU and Southern University, plus a drink from National Mojito Day.

The band portion begins with two performances by LSU's Golden Band from Tigerland at the 2020 College Football Playoff National Championships. First, pregame.

The Golden Band from Tigerland
LSU Pregame Performance
January 13, 2020
College Football Playoff National Championship
New Orleans, LA
Mercedes Benz Superdome

Next, halftime.

The Golden Band from Tigerland
I Love LA
Selections from: Louisiana Saturday Night, When We're Human, Tiger Rag
January 13, 2020
Mercedes Benz Superdome
College Football Playoff National Championship Game

Of course, if I have videos of a band from the state I'm featuring performing at the Rose Parade, I'll use it. Today's is of Southern University. First, Southern University Human Jukebox Marching Band at the 2020 Pasadena Bandfest.

From Baton Rouge, Louisiana The Southern University Human Jukebox Marching Band performing their musical selections at the 40th Annual Pasadena Tournament of Roses Bandfest at Pasadena City College on Monday, December 30, 2019. They will be marching down Colorado Boulevard at the 131st Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade on January 1, 2020. The last time they appeared in the Rose Parade was in 1980.

Now, Southern University Human Jukebox Marching Band at the 2020 Pasadena Rose Parade.

From Baton Rouge, Louisiana The Southern University Human Jukebox Marching Band performing at the 131st Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. This is the band's second appearance, having last appeared in this prestigious event back in 1980 (40 years ago).

I watched the Human Jukebox march down Colorado Boulevard in 1980 and I was impressed. I'm more impressed now.

Finally, today is also National Mojito Day. Just as I did on St. Patrick's Day, I'm finishing today's entry with a drink recipe. Today, I'm switching up my sources and using How to Drink instead of Tipsy Bartender. Watch Mojito | How to Drink.

On this episode of How to Drink, I’m taking a look at the rum staple, the Mojito. The Mojito is of course the famed national drink of Cuba and came to prominence there, typically made with Barcardi Rum. It's is a summer favorite, and it’s simple enough to make. These drinks are light, refreshing, delicious, and frankly dangerous because they will sneak up on you. Hope you enjoy, cheers!

It's rumored to have been on of Hemingway's favorite drinks, though he prefered the Mojito as served at La Bodeguita del Medio as opposed to La Floriditia, the bar more closely associated with him. On the wall at La Bodequita Hemingway left this bit of graffiti: "My mojito in La Bodeguita, My daiquiri in El Floridita". The Mojito is a summer favorite, and it's simple enough to make. These drinks are light, refreshing, and delicious, careful now.

Mojito Ingredients:
- 1oz or 30 ml Lime Juice
- .5oz or 15 ml Simple Syrup
- 5-7 Fresh Mint Leaves
- 2oz or 60 ml Rum
- Top with Seltzer
-Garnish with Fresh Mint Sprig

Music: The Savoy Special by Glenn Crytzer's Savoy Seven.

This series will return tomorrow for the Puerto Rico Democratic Primary, which will serve as the Sunday entertainment feature. First, stay tuned for World Population Day and Souther. I love holidays, but they are keeping me busy!