HBCU Bands
T.I. to perform with HBCU drumlines at Atlanta United match
"T.I. to perform with HBCU drumlines at Atlanta United match"T.I. continues to connect with HBCU Culture through his music.
HBCU Gameday to salute female HBCU drum majors for Women’s History month
"HBCU Gameday to salute female HBCU drum majors for Women’s History month"HBCU Gameday needs your help in a comprehensive salute to women who have been HBCU band drum majors. Please send us your...
HBCU Band Icon Retires After Nearly 30 Years
"HBCU Band Icon Retires After Nearly 30 Years"Dr. James B. Oliver retires after transforming Alabama State’s Mighty Marching Hornets into one of the most respected bands in the culture.
HBCU Band Battle Expands to South Florida for MLK Weekend
"HBCU Band Battle Expands to South Florida for MLK Weekend"HBCU culture meets South Florida sunshine as the National Battle of the Bands debuts in The Palm Beaches for MLK Weekend 2026.
Jackson State Honors Band Legacy with Homecoming Uniforms
"Jackson State Honors Band Legacy with Homecoming Uniforms"Jackson State celebrates its band legacy with Homecoming uniforms inspired by the world-famous Sonic Boom of the South marching band.
HBCU Band Honors Late Member With Emotional Halftime Tribute
"HBCU Band Honors Late Member With Emotional Halftime Tribute"During their home opener, Southern University’s Human Jukebox honored late band member Caleb Wilson Jr. with a powerful tribute performance.
R&B Legends Show Love to HBCU Band’s Viral Cover
"R&B Legends Show Love to HBCU Band’s Viral Cover"Dru Hill salutes NCAT’s Blue and Gold Marching Machine for a soulful mashup of their R&B classics.
Beyoncé Concert with HBCU Band Earns Emmy Nominations
"Beyoncé Concert with HBCU Band Earns Emmy Nominations"Texas Southern’s Ocean of Soul band helped Beyoncé make history at her Houston concert — now the Emmy nominations are rolling in.
Top HBCU Band Eyes Major Comeback with New Director
"Top HBCU Band Eyes Major Comeback with New Director"Benedict College hires a rising star to rebuild its HBCU Band of Distinction and reclaim its place in the national rankings.
Iconic HBCU band names first woman as head drum major
"Iconic HBCU band names first woman as head drum major"History made. Oluwamodupe "Dupe" Oloyede becomes the first female Head Drum Major of FAMU’s legendary Marching “100.”
HBCU community mourns the passing of beloved band leader
"HBCU community mourns the passing of beloved band leader"Alabama State honors Charles Goodwin III, assistant director of the Mighty Marching Hornets, whose legacy echoes across HBCU band culture and generations...
Lineup announced for National Battle of the Bands
"Lineup announced for National Battle of the Bands"The 2025 PEPSI National Battle of the Bands returns to Houston on Saturday, August 23, at NRG Stadium. See the official lineup...
HBCU Bands could find payday in Heavy Metal Band Contest
"HBCU Bands could find payday in Heavy Metal Band Contest"Covering songs by Metallica could lead to big bucks.