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Jun 5, 2024 · It was the origin of the song “Roundball Rock,” which Tesh estimates was played roughly 12,000 times during game coverage as the NBA on NBC theme from 1990 to 2002.
Jun 5, 2024 · The NBA on NBC theme, known to many as "Roundball Rock," has become an iconic piece of music in the world of basketball. Composed by John Tesh in 1989, the song served as the opening theme for NBC's coverage of NBA games from 1990 to 2002.
Jun 3, 2024 · It is perhaps better known as “The ‘NBA on NBC’ Theme Song,” and it set the stage for the epic hoops broadcast of the day. What you may not know, however, is that the song was composed by John Tesh.
Jun 8, 2024 · It's the whole monologue intro into the theme song that makes it special. Hon-essim wrote: LOL @John Starks, Charles Oakley, Harper and Davis = average team but Smush, Kwame and Luke = not. Top
Jun 9, 2024 · With its catchy melodies and relatable lyrics, Centerfield embodies the passion and determination that comes with stepping onto the field. Fogerty drew inspiration for the song from his memories of visiting the center field at the old Yankee Stadium (1923-2008).
- Centerfield (1985)
- March 1985
- Rock, Singer-Songwriter
6 days ago · After ABC took over the NBA coverage from NBC, "Roundball Rock" composer John Tesh offered his iconic theme song to the new rightsholder, but ABC turned it down and told Tesh that they wanted a completely different song.
Jun 5, 2024 · They take a look back at Bob’s time with NBC, discussing the following: The first year of the NBA on NBC and how Bob was wanted as a play-by-play announcer (2:02) The art of putting together...
