HBCU Bands

‘Beychella’ showcases the fire of the black college experience with DRUMLine Live crew

Combination of HBCU dance troupe and California classic rock is joyful but also illustrates the burdens on black creativity

The Purple Marching Machine left it all on the field in its first Honda Battle of the Bands

Here’s a few places to enjoy the sounds of HBCU bands throughout the year

ESPN’s Jay Walker has seen them, and he says Southern is the top band

Prairie View is now No. 2, and the Blue and Gold Marching Machine of N.C. A&T moves to No. 3

Our behind-the-scenes look at HBCU band culture wraps up its first season with a look at the best of the best

Behind the scenes with the band as it prepares for homecoming

Bands are ready to bring the magic to Alabama

Behind the scenes with the band as it prepares for a home game against longtime rival Southern University