12K views · 463 reactions | The Tennessee State University Aristocrat of Bands brings its unique sound and energy wherever it performs, whether a country music video, awards show telecast, or the Rose Parade. The band’s fine legacy goes back generations, and in 1955 was the first HBCU band to appear on national television. Aristocrat of Bands #RoseParade #MarchOn | Marching.com | Facebook

East Tennessee State University has unveiled a new monument honoring the first five African American students who helped integrate the campus in the late 1950s. The life-size bronze sculptures commemorate Eugene Caruthers, Elizabeth Watkins Crawford, George L. Nichols, Mary Luellen Owens Wagner, and Clarence McKinney, whose courage and determination marked a pivotal moment in the university’s history. The installation, created by Detroit-based sculptor Austen Brantley, is titled The Path and sta

129K views · 2.2K shares | The Tennessee State University Aristocrat of Bands entertains hundreds of dignitaries, special guests and citizens during a performance on the White House Lawn in Washington, DC Friday. The performance was part of ceremonies marking the dedication of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture on Friday. | Tennessee State University | Facebook

494K views · 18K reactions | Just call us Tennessee State University GRAMMY-Award Winning Aristocrat of Bands! We WON in the Best Gospel Roots Album category! TSU’s Aristocrat of Bands has made history as THE 1st COLLEGIATE MARCHING BAND to WIN A GRAMMY!#ExcellenceIsOurHabit! Aristocrat of Bands | Tennessee State University | Facebook