I don't know who originally decided it was a good idea to synchronize fireworks to music. At least in Boston they don't use that truck-selling "I'm proud to be an American, where at least I know I'm free" song. I'll know I'm free when I never have to hear that song again. (Boston, MA)
When I was little some guy got stabbed on the corner of my family's blanket while we were enjoying the fireworks/Boston Pops.