Arts & Entertainment
Hartford Yard Goats Ink Major Music Star To Sing National Anthem
The nationally recognized guitarist/singer will perform the National Anthem on opening day next month at Dunkin Park.
HARTFORD, CT — A Connecticut native and internationally touring performer will take center field for Opening Night at Dunkin’ Park on April 2.
Javier Colon is scheduled to perform the National Anthem ahead of the game, organizers announced.
Tickets for the event remain available but are selling quickly.
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Colon rose to national prominence after winning the inaugural season of NBC’s The Voice in 2011, where he was coached by Adam Levine.
His victory earned him a recording contract and helped launch a career that has included international touring and multiple album releases.
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Known for his self-described “acoustic soul” sound—a blend of R&B, folk, and pop—Colon has released projects including the album Come Through for You and 2016’s Gravity.
Before his television breakthrough, Colon was signed to Capitol Records and performed as a member of the Derek Trucks Band.
He is also a graduate of the University of Hartford’s Hartt School of Music.
Organizers said Colon continues to tour globally and plans to release new music in 2027.
Opening Night at Dunkin’ Park marks the start of the local baseball season.
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