On July 4th this year, small towns and large cities across America pulled out the stops and celebrated the 249th anniversary ...

Florida A&M University’s Marching 100 is legend for its performances, which draw huge crowds when the band tours the state. It’s about to make some history in its 79-year existence: For the first time ...

Oloyede will continue to play her praises but this upcoming school year she will function as Head Drum Major for the ...

The Marching "100" has become a global ambassador for excellence at HBCUs since 1892, known for its iconic performances ...

FAMU’s Oluwamodupe Oloyede is leading the Marching “100” into a historic new era, with heart, hustle, and legacy.

According to organisations, the name change from ‘Marching Band Festival’ to ‘Marching Band Explosion 2025, reflects the organisation’s vision to expand the event’s expansion and ...

FAMU names first female head drum major of Marching 100: ‘It’s an immense honor’ Oluwamodupe Oloyede said this has been her dream since 11 years old The API failed to deliver the resource.

A female drum major is not a new concept in the black marching band culture—from elementary through college, their presence has always been an essential part of the marching band experience.

A female drum major is not a new concept in the black marching band culture—from elementary through college, their presence has always been an essential part of the marching band experience.

Florida A&M University’s famed Marching “100” has reached a historic milestone. Dr. Shelby Chipman, director of Bands, has named Oluwamodupe “Dupe” Oloyede as head drum major for the ...

The glass ceiling in the world of FAMU's Marching "100" drum majors has officially been shattered. Dr. Shelby Chipman, Director of Bands, announced Oluwamodupe Oloyede as the head drum major for ...