Six HBCU Marching Bands Selected to Perform in 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands
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Posted By: S. Moore on December 22, 2022 If you know, you know, in the culture of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, the popular showcase of Honda’s Battle of the Bands is a staple event that brings all HBCUs together for a fun day of memories, fellowship, and of course, music. Six marching bands were selected to perform at the 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands at Alabama State University. HBOB celebrates its 18th year and is set to return live on February 18, 2023. Honda requested all HBCU marching bands to participate in this year’s HBOB program. After voters worldwide cast over 100,000 online votes, the six bands were selected through a voting process that included HBOB fans, HBCU band directors and students, and Honda representatives. The bands include:
“Congratulations to all of the finalists! Honda is excited to carry on the HBOB tradition of bringing together students, alumni, and fans to recognize the talents of these spectacular marching bands and dance teams,” said Yvette Hunsicker, vice president of Social Responsibility at Honda. “For over 30 years, Honda has supported HBCUs in their unique and critical role of providing higher education and opportunities for advancement to the Black community, so hosting HBOB on an HBCU campus for the first time feels like coming home.” The HBCU showcase will be hosted by HBCU alums Rickey Smiley (Alabama State University) and Loni Love (Prairie View A&M University) as they bring laughter and Black joy to the Battle of the Bands. “It is an honor to host the iconic Honda Battle of the Bands event, which has a long history of inspiring and energizing fans of music and Black culture across the country,” Smiley said. “HBOB is a one-of-a-kind experience for these talented student musicians and will be an unforgettable day for everyone.” Nation's premier marching band showcase to be held for first time on an HBCU campus at Alabama State University Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB) returns LIVE on February 18, 2023; tickets now on sale at hondabattleofthebands.com SOURCE Citizen Weekly If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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