Time: 2024-07-16
The college football season is just around the corner , with the first SEC games of the 2024 season set to kick off on the last weekend of August . Fans are eagerly anticipating the start of the new season , and to amp up the excitement , Luke Combs and the SEC have joined forces . Combs ' rendition of Tom Petty 's " Runnin ' Down a Dream " has been chosen as this season 's SEC anthem , adding an extra layer of excitement for fans everywhere.
Luke Combs has a history of recording killer cover songs , showcasing his versatility as an artist . His rendition of " Runnin ' Down a Dream " for the Tom Petty tribute album " Petty Country " is just one example of his ability to breathe new life into classic tracks . Combs ' cover of Tracy Chapman 's " Fast Car " also garnered critical acclaim , earning him a No . 1 hit and a CMward for Song of the Year.
The SEC Network has released a hype video for the upcoming kickoff games , featuring Combs ' cover of " Runnin ' Down a Dream " as the soundtrack . The video , shared on social media , includes clips from previous seasons to get fans excited for the start of the new season . Combs expressed his enthusiasm for the video , adding to the buzz surrounding the upcoming college football season.