Rock and roll Blues release new anthem in time for upcoming three-game State of Origin series

Blues resident rock god Dale Finucane has given the team’s new anthem the thumbs up heading into Wednesday’s State of Origin series opener in Adelaide. HAVE A LISTEN!

As the Blues resident rock god, NSW forward Dale Finucane knows what it takes to get the crowd on their feet.

Finucane boasts almost 30,000 followers on Instagram with his acoustic guitar sessions often going viral.

So what’s the Bega-born forward’s verdict of the Blues catchy new anthem?

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The Blues will hope to be on song on Wednesday night.

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“I really like it, it’s got a bit of a rock feel to it and it’s a catchy tune that gets stuck in your head,” Finucane said.

“Hopefully all the Blues fans will get on board and sing it at the games.’’

‘We all Bleed Blue” has been launched for fans just in time for State of Origin I in Adelaide on Wednesday night.

Aiming to retain the shield and win a third consecutive series, the Blues will start favourites to beat their rivals of Queensland.

Even NSW coach Brad Fittler loosened up the vocal chords for the release of the music video that can be viewed on The Sunday Telegraph website.

Blues coach Brad Fittler was even known to have loosened the vocal chords.

The idea of the anthem, which is performed by The Star Blues Choir, is to encourage fans to show solidarity for their beloved team, NSW.

“We’re thrilled to release the ‘We All Bleed Blue’ anthem together with NSWRL, to inject a bit of fun and positivity into what has been a very tough year for everyone,’’ The Star’s Chief Marketing Officer, George Hughes said.

“This anthem allows all Blues fans to unite and shine a spotlight on the rich history of rugby league and the Blues.”

State of Origin has never been played in Adelaide and on Wednesday night the Blues meet Queensland in game on the three-game series.

The release of “We All Bleed Blue” is timed to get all NSW fans cheering - and singing for their state.

“We’re proud to have the support of over 13,000 Blatchys Blues fans, regularly taking over the northern end of ANZ Stadium kitted out in their Blue wigs,’’ NSWRL Chief Commercial Officer Jodie Cross said.

“They’re also found in large numbers at interstate venues, such as the Adelaide Oval and Suncorp Stadium singing the ‘We all Bleed Blue’ anthem, loud and proud.’’

Originally published as Rock and roll Blues release new anthem in time for upcoming three-game State of Origin series