Jackson State University's Sonic Boom of the South
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Hedgy
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This halftime show by Da Boom in Baton Rouge... Oh...My...God!!! Unequaled sound, excellent music selection, innovative drills, everything was popping so hard the whole church had no choice but to say AaaaMEN! One of the best shows of all time. The Jukebox was preempted.
View: https://youtu.be/vCtelLbTFMs?si=Z4RuEX-tx4nqAGdS
View: https://youtu.be/vCtelLbTFMs?si=Z4RuEX-tx4nqAGdS
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Tigerpride
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Seeing the drill from above made a BIG difference.
bernard
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Kehlani Reacts To HBCU Band Performing "Folded"
Kehlani’s “Folded” impact has reached HBCU campuses.
The Jackson State University Marching Band, Sonic Boom of the South, performed their rendition of the R&B ballad at the 2025 W.C. Gorden Classic against Tuskegee back in mid-September. The singer became aware of the touching moment earlier this week and called the performance “incredible.”
Fans equally gushed over the set. “I love being black! We gone eat in every aspect of life,” one person commented. Another quipped, “We blacken up anything! Threw that song on the grill.”
View: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPhQrWOiSi2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Another comment, though, summed up what we’re all hoping for: “She better get a Grammy for this song! This is literally the biggest R&B song of the year.”
“Folded” is currently being considered for two Grammy nominations: Best R&B Performance and Best R&B Song. Many do feel that it should’ve been submitted for other categories like Song of the Year and Record of the Year.
bernard
THEE Realist
What to expect from Sonic Boom of the South's homecoming game performance for Jackson State
Jackson State's band, the Sonic Boom of the South, is preparing a special performance for the homecoming game.
As with every week of the regular season, the Sonic Boom will look to provide fans with a unique viewing experience for the halftime field show at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium on Oct. 11. The Tigers (4-1, 2-0 SWAC) play the Hornets (4-1, 2-0) with kickoff at 2:30 p.m. The game will be televised on ESPNU.
The Sonic Boom will also be a part of the homecoming parade on campus, which starts at 8 a.m.
“We always try to give a fresh look to our program by adding new and innovative ideas,” JSU Director of Bands Dr. Roderick Little told the Clarion Ledger on Oct. 8. “… So, (fans) can expect to hear some things that they have grown accustomed to from our program.”
Little did say, however, that there will be one special element to the band’s performance. The band will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Jackson Five drum majors, which debuted in 2000.
“The Jackson (State) University marching band program had … drum majors prior to 2000, but 2000 was the first year that they had five drum majors,” Little said. “And so, that name actually has become synonymous (with) the Sonic Boom of the South, and so, we’re going to be celebrating that.
As part of the celebration, the Sonic Boom plans to feature former drum majors in all phases of its routine, including its marches in and out of the stadium and the halftime performance.
“The Jackson (State) University marching band program had … drum majors prior to 2000, but 2000 was the first year that they had five drum majors,” Little said. “And so, that name actually has become synonymous (with) the Sonic Boom of the South, and so, we’re going to be celebrating that.
As part of the celebration, the Sonic Boom plans to feature former drum majors in all phases of its routine, including its marches in and out of the stadium and the halftime performance.
"Jackson State university is a special place,” Little said. “We have so many great things going for it. … And so, for the band program to be so steep and connected to the overall culture of Jackson State University and HBCUs, it just makes what we do all that much more meaningful and enjoyable.”
What to expect from Sonic Boom of the South's homecoming game performance for Jackson State
Jackson State's band, the Sonic Boom of the South, is preparing a special performance for the homecoming game.
- The halftime show will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Jackson Five drum majors.
- Former drum majors will be featured in the band's routines throughout the day.
- The band will also participate in the Jackson State homecoming parade.
As with every week of the regular season, the Sonic Boom will look to provide fans with a unique viewing experience for the halftime field show at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium on Oct. 11. The Tigers (4-1, 2-0 SWAC) play the Hornets (4-1, 2-0) with kickoff at 2:30 p.m. The game will be televised on ESPNU.
The Sonic Boom will also be a part of the homecoming parade on campus, which starts at 8 a.m.
“We always try to give a fresh look to our program by adding new and innovative ideas,” JSU Director of Bands Dr. Roderick Little told the Clarion Ledger on Oct. 8. “… So, (fans) can expect to hear some things that they have grown accustomed to from our program.”
Little did say, however, that there will be one special element to the band’s performance. The band will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Jackson Five drum majors, which debuted in 2000.
“The Jackson (State) University marching band program had … drum majors prior to 2000, but 2000 was the first year that they had five drum majors,” Little said. “And so, that name actually has become synonymous (with) the Sonic Boom of the South, and so, we’re going to be celebrating that.
As part of the celebration, the Sonic Boom plans to feature former drum majors in all phases of its routine, including its marches in and out of the stadium and the halftime performance.
“The Jackson (State) University marching band program had … drum majors prior to 2000, but 2000 was the first year that they had five drum majors,” Little said. “And so, that name actually has become synonymous (with) the Sonic Boom of the South, and so, we’re going to be celebrating that.
As part of the celebration, the Sonic Boom plans to feature former drum majors in all phases of its routine, including its marches in and out of the stadium and the halftime performance.
"Jackson State university is a special place,” Little said. “We have so many great things going for it. … And so, for the band program to be so steep and connected to the overall culture of Jackson State University and HBCUs, it just makes what we do all that much more meaningful and enjoyable.”
What to expect from Sonic Boom of the South's homecoming game performance for Jackson State
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MetroPhillyTiger
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50 seconds is too soon to be playing go home, lol