HBCU Bands
HBCU Marching Band returns to historic Harlem Parade
"HBCU Marching Band returns to historic Harlem Parade"The World Famed Tiger Marching Band returns to a tradition that it helped launch over 50 years ago.
HBCU band kicks off fresh era with new leadership
"HBCU band kicks off fresh era with new leadership"Alabama A&M's performance at the MEAC-SWAC Challenge will mark a new beginning for the Marching Maroon and White.
Dallas to host national HBCU band showcase
"Dallas to host national HBCU band showcase"The Pepsi National Battle of the Bands is heading to Dallas next year.
HBCU Band Director Retires After Building National Powerhouse
"HBCU Band Director Retires After Building National Powerhouse"Dr. Kenneth Ruff is retiring after 23 years leading North Carolina A&T's Blue and Gold Marching Machine, ending a remarkable era that...
HBCU band adds influential director after federal case
"HBCU band adds influential director after federal case"Nathan Haymer once directed perhaps the most visible HBCU band in America. Now he's back as an assistant.
HBCU Battle of the Bands Returning to Jackson, Mississippi
"HBCU Battle of the Bands Returning to Jackson, Mississippi"The sounds of HBCU bands will return to Jackson, MS for Labor Day Weekend.
HBCU most improved band of 2025 looking for new director
"HBCU most improved band of 2025 looking for new director"Virginia Union's band was recognized as one of the most improved in the HBCU space in 2025.
FAMU drum major lands brand endorsement deal at graduation
"FAMU drum major lands brand endorsement deal at graduation"Dupe finishes off her college career with one more remarkable achievement.
HBCU Band Director steps away from the program
"HBCU Band Director steps away from the program"Carlton J. Wright set to retire after more than a decade at Alabama A&M.
HBCU band names new leader following abrupt departure
"HBCU band names new leader following abrupt departure"Edward Waters University had to make a pivot after its previous hire decided not to move forward.
HBCU Marching Bands: Women Who Lead (P3)
"HBCU Marching Bands: Women Who Lead (P3)"Part III of our series on women HBCU Drum Majors includes a current viral sensation from FAMU.
Michael Jackson biopic using HBCU band of the year to promote film
"Michael Jackson biopic using HBCU band of the year to promote film"The Human Jukebox is being featured in a promotional campaign for the Michael Jackson biopic.
North Carolina A&T band director set to retire
"North Carolina A&T band director set to retire"North Carolina A&T band director Dr. Kenneth Ruff is set to retire after more than 20 years at the post.