Florida A&M University's "incomparable" Marching 100 band was unable to defend its title in the 2025 HBCU Band of the Year ...

Rather than walk across the stage at FAMU's Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremony, Dupe chose to delay her graduation until the ...

Isaac Williams, former HBCU drum major and instructor, explores the cultural significance and traditions of HBCU marching ...

HOUSTON – At NRG Stadium, the vibrant culture and deep-rooted traditions of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching bands took center stage during the 2025 Pepsi National Battle of ...

The tradition of marching bands at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) is about more than music — it’s a cultural movement. Known for their high-energy performances, precision drills, ...

Let's get the marching bands debates started for 2025! HOUSTON — HBCU Bandheads will heavily criticize a marching band's song selection, sound, field progression, execution, drum majors, auxiliaries ...

"Lord, I thank you" is the Nigerian Yoruba meaning of Oluwamodupe "Dupe" Oloyede's name. "I am truly living up to my name right now." Oluwamodupe Oloyede has been named the new head drum major of the ...

Florida A&M University has announced that a woman will be head drum major for the first time in the HBCU’s marching band history. Oluwamodupe Oloyede, or “Dupe,” will be taking on this new role for ...

HBCU marching bands continue to command national attention, and the first sectional scores of the 2025 Red Lobster Band of the Year (BOTY), presented by Cricket, show just how competitive the Division ...