Soul stepping and stirring
Now in its 17th year, the Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB) celebrates and supports the most prestigious marching bands from America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), and provides them with a platform to share their unique blend of musicianship and choreography with millions of fans.
Battle of the Bands highlights
The annual HBOB Invitational Showcase delivers a sizzling, soulful performance every year. Check out this video capturing all the top moments from the 2020 event.
The Final Eight: Road to the Honda
Experience the energy and intensity of preparing for the most celebrated marching band event, Honda Battle of the Bands.
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Six HBCU Marching Bands Selected to Perform in 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands
The votes are in and six marching bands have been selected to perform at the 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB), the nation’s premier showcase for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) marching bands and dance teams.
Honda Provides $2 Million in Grants to Advance Teen Driver Safety
Honda is providing more than $2 million in financial support for 25 organizations across the United States that are focused on teen driver safety. The grants support a wide variety of initiatives aimed at young drivers in the areas of education, training and resources that supplement or go beyond traditional driver’s training courses or mandated state driver’s programs.