All of you have made some very interesting points, but what's the point (rhetorical question)? None of you nor I can do anything about it. Sure the music played will attract various age groups; depending on the type of music played.
Traditionally, and rightfully so, Ive heard the Star Spangled Banner. Druring the gae I've heard rap/hip-hop, and rock (Queen - "We are the Champions of the World," "We will Rock You," and Kid Rock. On Monday Night Football ...
"Do You Want to Play some Football," was sung by a country music singer (Hank William???? unsure).
I think we key in on the music we like the least. But as far as I'm concerned, they can play opera music when the Philadelphia Eagles accept the Lombardi Trophy