I was very happy to see the Alabama State University Mighty Marching Hornets in the Tournament Rose Bowl parade today....I have been following this great band for a few years now, and I thought these outstanding young men and women did a fantastic job representing their school and the state of Alabama...wonderful job! Very sharp...you sounded great, the Stingettes and the HoneyBeez looked sharp...keep on going, ASU! You all will have a lifetime of memories from this trip....I wish all of you well, and safe travels back! GOOD JOB!!
Lynne Ralston - As an Alabama State University Alumnus, I appreciate your feedback; it reflects a plausible attitude and reasonable level of regards for our program. Unfortunately. it's evident that the antagonist in this thread refuted your claim, but left no redeeming qualities in wording to defend his cliche for hashtags. Ironically, many critics are invested in the image of music, but lack appreciation for diversity when juxtaposition is in involved. Thank God for insightful individuals like yourself who have been following our band for a considerable amount of years and not just because they were participating in Tournament Rose Parade. "A complicated life deserves a simple, but practical solution" - Dr. Blount
Lynne Ralston - As an Alabama State University Alumnus, I appreciate your feedback; it reflects a plausible attitude and reasonable level of regards for our program. Unfortunately. it's evident that the antagonist in this thread refuted your claim, but left no redeeming qualities in wording to defend his cliche for hashtags. Ironically, many critics are invested in the image of music, but lack appreciation for diversity when juxtaposition is in involved. Thank God for insightful individuals like yourself who have been following our band for a considerable amount of years and not just because they were participating in Tournament Rose Parade. "A complicated life deserves a simple, but practical solution" - Dr. Blount
I feel you but I'd rather say congratulations to both Alabama State and FAMU the first HBCU's to play in the Rose Bowl. Come on black parents let's make it happen. Encourage your student athlete to take his/her talents to an HBCU!!
LFFSutra... I believe that Mississippi Valley State University was the first HBCU to march in the Rose Bowl Parade - Dr. Blount " Alabama State University Alumnus"
I am so proud of both BANDS. I marched years ago and wished we could have been part of this. We must stop with these negative comments in our own community!!! I love and support both whatever they Do. Great Job. A former marching Dillard High Band Panther.
As an HBCU graduate living in LA, this is BIG DEAL!! A lot of Cali natives aren't familiar with the HBCU culture at all. I'm so proud of this representation! ASU did a great job! Congrats to everyone for this experience! #HBCUUnity #SavannahState
ATLmediachic True. Californians know it differently here. As band and drill team competition. I’m born and raised in Cali with parents from New Orleans and Shreveport. So we were exposed. Black people everywhere enjoy this culture. But it lives in the south! I always said Californians have too much to do here. Proud note: My aunt has donated so much to HBCU they threw her a luncheon. Lost her this year 85+ RIP Aunty. #greatlady
I LOVE THIS BAND!!! So thrilled you all got to perform in the Rose Bowl Parade!!! Aside from being in Memphis at the liberty bowl, I wished I could have been there. But this video makes up for the loss. In fact, it's probably better...this way I'm 100% front and center with you all this whole parade. ❤❤❤❤🎺🎺🎺🎺🎺. Love you all!! Bucket list to see you all in PERSON! Much love from a central Missouri #momjeans. Love love LOOOVVVEEE our HBCU BANDS!
This Gram Fam approves!! I am soooooooo proud of allllll of you!! Babeee that "STINGETTE CAPTAIN" in my "RUPAL" voice you betta werk!! Yes maaaaaam! Congratulations on a magnificent job. HBCU proud!!
Everytime I see one of these amazing *HBCU* marching bands it always upset me that this excellence is not mirrored in HBCU football and basketball teams. I wish more (if not most) of our top black high school athletes would choose Universities like *Alabama State, Southern, Alcorn State* etc instead of Alabama, Oklahoma, Clemson etc. There is no reason why the HBCUs should not be the gold standard in College sports especially *Football Basketball and Track* These Universities are so underfunded, and so under appreciated by our own people.
I've been saying that for years. Pwi gives out way more scholarships for the athletic programs. Hbcus should be the best in those programs. It's makes my blood boils even talking about it
@@RJ25255 I am so happy yet so for these amazing HBCU bands. I'm happy that they have these moments to shine but their respective teams should be playing in these bowl games. How amazing would it be for this band to be *ON THE FIELD* during halftime as Alabama State takes on Southern for the National Championship
I'm so happy to see HBCU's in this parade!! I know these kids worked very hard practicing for this performance! Sounds a bit off! None the less, not many can say they've had this once in a lifetime experience.
and that's one of the many problems facing HBCU's. Not only should the bands be there but HBCU teams should be playing in the bowl games. It's a shame that we don't encourage our student athletes to support our schools.
@@thedopplereffect9983 Well the Celebration Bowl (HBCU championship- MEAC vs SWAC) is a good start! Of course, we've always had to start our own before we could receive worldwide recognition!
@@RJ25255 Its not like we (African Americans) arent used to it! If they're not going to recognize our talents we have to recognize them ourselves! But the key is WE have to support our HBCU!! Pay Alumni Dues, Donate to scholarship funds, Create Scholaships, etc!! A lot of people will go to Homecoming, buy a outfit, go to a tailgate party and wont even buy a ticket to the game! That money supports scholarships!!
Black People......stop Hating on both ASU & FAMU because they are not playing your favorite rap song and booty dancing....I'm Proud to see my people of color having the opportunity to be apart of such a prestigious event. Most importantly, they are all getting a higher education which amazes those white spectators to see so many educated black young people in college. I don't care if they play the mickey mouse club music........I'M PROUD OF BOTH SCHOOLS! Please deter from your negative comments in regards to your own people.
Thank you for this post. From 1969-72, I was a member of the US Army's 82nd Airborne Division Band's Percussion Section. My good friend Tim Rogers was a member of the Alabama State Marching Band and a fellow percussion in the 82nd Airborne Division Band, also. He was great musician. This iteration of the Alabama State Marching Band looks and sounds great.
Blessings I made the first comment posted I have lived in California for over 25 years I am from Jackson, Mississippi I am proud of both Colleges that they were invited to participate in The 130th🌹 Rose Parade at all, I am proud of any Historical Black Colleges are Universities and any Southern Colleges are Universities that get invited to participate at this once a year event seen around the 🌎 World by Millions, there are thousands of people that come to California to just watch the Parade, there are hundreds of suggestions for bands to perform from around the 🌎 World for this event and these 2 bands were chosen, the panel that chose them did background and watched past performances and decided they liked them they were picked over all the other Colleges, Universities, and High School Bands, and Bands from around the 🌎 World, no one I have spoken to said one negative word regarding either band they were so happy to see 2 Southern Bands Perform, and have this opportunity regardless of what each person listening and watching felt about how the bands sounded are how the young ladies performed, remember a board picked these bands after much research and decided they liked them The 🌹 Rose Board of Pasadena, California out of thousands of choices, picked them, even some people in California that are not from the South regardless of their ethnicity don't even know what a Historical Black College are University is it opens peoples minds that there are others things they were unaware of regarding the South and there Colleges and there Universities some times the Bands that perform have to perform at other events before and after the 🌹 Rose Parade I don't know if these 2 bands had to, it felt real good to see 2 Southern Bands at the 🌹 Rose Parade 2019, I hope there are bands in the 2020 🌹 Rose Parade that are Southern and from Historical Black Colleges
Congratulations!! ASU!! The Band Is Sharp!! Stingetts Beautifull Queens!! Thank you! Raised In Alabama. Now live in Texas!! The lead Stingett She's Awesome!!!
True example how black people will knock each other down because we hate to see each other doing something positive and making history... Y'all fail to realize this is a HBCU school and this could open a lot of opportunities for other HBCU to participate... I'm proud of y'all did AMAZING #MYHBCU
THAT’s why they’re in movies. THAT’s why they made a TV series about them. THAT’s why they were invited to perform before the Queen, THAT’s why, do I need to keep going,....?????
Dear trolls ...go back to 2018. Any and everything can be critique but most of you are doing it to tear each other down. Stop hating and start pointing out the things that were good. Improvement is always necessary for everyone, but this is an honor to be in the tournament of roses parade especially as a HBCU.
Aw man This used to be one of my favorite bands!!!!!... I think the arrangement of the band explains the sound... To put that much BRASS out in front and to push the woodwinds (the fullness and middle sound of the band) to the back BEHIND THE DRUMS? Mix that with elementary arrangements, no intonation... I LOVE THAT THEY WERE THERE...I just wish they were under better direction...
Nic Few traditional to March that way, almost every band does, this doesn’t have amps to smooooooth your music, could mix them up but marches would change due to differences in instrument sizes
Talk about a long parade this one will test your physical conditioning. Then you have to be focused and play as a team. So while you'll sitting on the sideline with the negativity, think of all the moving parts. You guys did well Bama and FAM. This coming from one 100% down The Human Jukebox. Yet we all have history and some of those same emotions will flow from hearing you as when I hear my band.. Luv you guys.
Michael - Indeed it does. I marched in the 1981 Tournament of Roses Parade, and it takes a big toll on you, especially flying from the east coast to the west coast (time difference).
Just have to work on their musicianship. Balance and intonation. Blasting notes is not better than backing off and blending. This has to be instilled from the top though. Can't blame this on the kids. At the end of the day, they are in school and helping to tear down stereotypes of us doing nothing but making crime. So keep it up and get that education. Sky is the limit.
@@quesadillaman6876 let's see if we can talk intellectually about this without it becoming an argument and the use of the N word. There is a reason why you have a band director. If they don't set a standard and just allow them to only play loud, then that is on the director brother.
@Lamar with that being said, they should have invited a better band, or at least have someone else arrange for them for this nationally televised parade!
I'm glad Alabama State and Famu had the opportunity to make a presence at this event all the way in California. I'm glad there was some kind of HBCU representation; however, I think both bands could've performed better. I was expecting a good balanced sound from y'all and Famu. Maybe I'm used to southern and Jackson. Those bands bring energy, power, and a balanced sound..
John H - With the exception of the two college bands participating in the Rose Bowl game, along with the Salvation Army Band, the Pasadena City College Band and Honor Guard and the Los Angeles Unified School District Band, all of whom participate every year, all other bands must submit an application with list of achievements, video, etc. It’s not easy to be chosen because hundreds of applications are submitted each year. I’m not sure where your politics angle came from, and what it implies.
both bands have their own sound why do i see so much hate on ASU be glad they had the chance to represent hbcu these us people in california well except me dont really know too much about an hbcu band so speak positive. negative ass people on here acting like they the best thing going. gone head AS AS ASU
I love watching ASU Marching Band. Although I went in the military after high school we had quite a large band and won competitions in PA. Drum majors are great. Band marches with pride and discipline. Obviously the sour comments are from people that have had no experience. I have been watching you on You Tube and have caught a little on tv. Is it Dr. Oliver? You have done a fantastic job. I’m white and enjoy watching these colleges more so than others , better music selections, better dancing on the field! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Hey they did a great job! Hats off ASU! It takes extremely hard skill and talent to do this kind of work! Especially dance! The echo of the California hills is causing the echo not the band! So y’all quit being so critical of folks man! If you better you try it! They did an excellent job!
Ich persönlich mein es nur gut was ihr daraus macht liegt in eure Hände es GEHT um eure Zukunft und um euer Leben. Und auch um DIE Zukunft eure Kinder und Enkel Kinder. Klaus - Dieter Scheffel. geb Burget
Y'all played it real safe...these Cali white folks would've enjoyed some real Southern flavor...the freedom given to news anchors these days, they would've highlighted you guys cuz u would've added some needed flavor to the Rose parade. The Entertainment not the same ol same ol makes it worth being out there at the crack of dawn freezing our azz off. We can comw see the flower floats, get on them, take flowers the next day. If u guys are invited this year, i really hope ASU performs, not ASU-safety
Nice marching. The band sounded a little off. Not crisp. The band looks smaller too. But Hey! Still like watching this State School. All the way from Brooklyn NYC
Good performance ! DM's were very conservative with their moves...a little shaky.....and needed more variation in their moves. Prairie View, Southern, Jackson St., N. Carolina A&T wouda brought more ! But Alabama still did good...sounded good and the Stingettes were breathtakingly beautiful.
@@ericford4490 I meant North Carolina A&T. Norfork State used to come thru HIGH & HARD stepping. Prarie View has a female head DM and they put on a show of variation . czcams.com/video/th-V9K_FPNY/video.html
Life with N and J yo opinion don’t matter, you act like they don’t know if they sound bad or not, but from looking at your CZcams channel I assume you know something about being bad🤣
The best Life Because they have been a disappointment for the last few years. From the halftime shows to the music. Oliver cant seem to recruit kids to come there and stay.
To their defense... They could actually be winded. The Rose Bowl is a long parade. Like 5 or 6 miles and starts early AM with a lot of prep. And the sound bounces off those buildings. It can make it seem like they’re out of tune at times. Plus BIG change of climate for them. Im from Cali. My brother was selected head All City drum major one year. He was winded without an instrument. He slept for hours afterwards.
smiley 24 we had escorts in my years in band 74-78. Usually there is more. Reason safety, if there is an emergency they need to scramble the parade, there is an officer there to direct them.
Although now living in Mobile, AL I attended a HBCU -- Savannah State (Savannah, Georgia) in the 1970s on a Minority Scholarship (Shout out to all the Blue-eyed Soul Brothers!) and received the education of a lifetime! I was overjoyed to see Alabama State represent in this parade! And yes! They showed out FAMU! During my career in the USAF I continued to champion and herald the excellence of the education that awaits many youth! One thing I love about the culture of the HBCU is that it is inclusive and was ahead of its time before we knew what time it was! You feel me? Right On Alabama State! You brought the house and even though my heart remains with Savannah State, you made this old man proud!
I'm more impressed with Alabama State, because at least they didn't try to hide who they were. Since when did FAMU start playing the Star Wars theme when marching in parades?? I know they play SOS, and they used to play Backstabbers and I used to love when they did. Alabama stayed with their roots although the drum majors could use some work. The head especially, transitions are supposed to be a lot smoother
The STAR WARS song is a song that has long been a STAPLE in the FAMU repertoire and is one of the most HISTORIC and ICONIC FAMU shows ever. I believe that the FAMU staff probably wanted to add some nostalgia to their appearance.
Erica Jean-Louis this is a parade they play a variety of music, I guess what you’re accustomed to is their halftime performance and playing in the stand.
@@wandabradley8358 No, I'm not accustomed to anything because even though I'm in Florida I'm NOT a FAMU superfan. I've seen them March in several homecoming parades, ATL Classic parades, FL Classic parades and the Inaugural parade for Obama. So I'm not accustomed to anything
You try to reach your Audience in your Song Selection! I'm sure most of the ppl in attendance were familiar with and appreciated the Star Wars Theme selection. I'm not so sure they were familiar with or appreciated "Backstabbers"! But to each his own. Peace and Out!
I was very happy to see the Alabama State University Mighty Marching Hornets in the Tournament Rose Bowl parade today....I have been following this great band for a few years now, and I thought these outstanding young men and women did a fantastic job representing their school and the state of Alabama...wonderful job! Very sharp...you sounded great, the Stingettes and the HoneyBeez looked sharp...keep on going, ASU! You all will have a lifetime of memories from this trip....I wish all of you well, and safe travels back! GOOD JOB!!
great band lmao... sir #LieAgain
Lynne Ralston Thanks for your positive from an Asu alumnus 👩🎓
@@MARCHING100PAPARAZZI it's called freedom of speech and opinion
Lynne Ralston - As an Alabama State University Alumnus, I appreciate your feedback; it reflects a plausible attitude and reasonable level of regards for our program. Unfortunately. it's evident that the antagonist in this thread refuted your claim, but left no redeeming qualities in wording to defend his cliche for hashtags.
Ironically, many critics are invested in the image of music, but lack appreciation for diversity when juxtaposition is in involved. Thank God for insightful individuals like yourself who have been following our band for a considerable amount of years and not just because they were participating in Tournament Rose Parade.
"A complicated life deserves a simple, but practical solution" - Dr. Blount
Lynne Ralston - As an Alabama State University Alumnus, I appreciate your feedback; it reflects a plausible attitude and reasonable level of regards for our program. Unfortunately. it's evident that the antagonist in this thread refuted your claim, but left no redeeming qualities in wording to defend his cliche for hashtags.
Ironically, many critics are invested in the image of music, but lack appreciation for diversity when juxtaposition is in involved. Thank God for insightful individuals like yourself who have been following our band for a considerable amount of years and not just because they were participating in Tournament Rose Parade.
"A complicated life deserves a simple, but practical solution" - Dr. Blount
Congratulations to both Alabama State and FAMU, along with Mr. Gerald Freeney, First African-American Rose Parade Director.
I feel you but I'd rather say congratulations to both Alabama State and FAMU the first HBCU's to play in the Rose Bowl. Come on black parents let's make it happen. Encourage your student athlete to take his/her talents to an HBCU!!
Yeah Congratulations to him too.
@@thedopplereffect9983 LOL....they arent the first HBCU's to march in the Rose Bowl, Grambling has marched it before...
LFFSutra... I believe that Mississippi Valley State University was the first HBCU to march in the Rose Bowl Parade - Dr. Blount " Alabama State University Alumnus"
@@timothyblount7040 Your right they were the first HBCU to march the Rose Bowl in 1965
I am so proud of both BANDS. I marched years ago and wished we could have been part of this. We must stop with these negative comments in our own community!!! I love and support both whatever they Do. Great Job. A former marching Dillard High Band Panther.
Truth!
As an HBCU graduate living in LA, this is BIG DEAL!! A lot of Cali natives aren't familiar with the HBCU culture at all. I'm so proud of this representation! ASU did a great job! Congrats to everyone for this experience! #HBCUUnity #SavannahState
ATLmediachic Southern University is one of the HBCU bands this year.....So excited
ATLmediachic True. Californians know it differently here. As band and drill team competition. I’m born and raised in Cali with parents from New Orleans and Shreveport. So we were exposed. Black people everywhere enjoy this culture. But it lives in the south! I always said Californians have too much to do here.
Proud note: My aunt has donated so much to HBCU they threw her a luncheon. Lost her this year 85+ RIP Aunty. #greatlady
From a southern fan way to go Alabama u guys represented HBCU well proud of u
Creole Nola Mix can’t wait to see southerner march this year in the rose bowl.
Southern
I LOVE THIS BAND!!! So thrilled you all got to perform in the Rose Bowl Parade!!! Aside from being in Memphis at the liberty bowl, I wished I could have been there. But this video makes up for the loss. In fact, it's probably better...this way I'm 100% front and center with you all this whole parade. ❤❤❤❤🎺🎺🎺🎺🎺. Love you all!! Bucket list to see you all in PERSON! Much love from a central Missouri #momjeans. Love love LOOOVVVEEE our HBCU BANDS!
the best thing this band got right now .. is the stingettes 🤷🏽♂️🤷🏽♂️
Umm yea lol
People been saying that for about 4yrs now
What are they PLAYING no shade?
FACTS
Drum lines decent
This Gram Fam approves!! I am soooooooo proud of allllll of you!! Babeee that "STINGETTE CAPTAIN" in my "RUPAL" voice you betta werk!! Yes maaaaaam! Congratulations on a magnificent job. HBCU proud!!
Everytime I see one of these amazing *HBCU* marching bands it always upset me that this excellence is not mirrored in HBCU football and basketball teams. I wish more (if not most) of our top black high school athletes would choose Universities like *Alabama State, Southern, Alcorn State* etc instead of Alabama, Oklahoma, Clemson etc. There is no reason why the HBCUs should not be the gold standard in College sports especially *Football Basketball and Track* These Universities are so underfunded, and so under appreciated by our own people.
Hieronymus Fox True.
I've been saying that for years. Pwi gives out way more scholarships for the athletic programs. Hbcus should be the best in those programs. It's makes my blood boils even talking about it
@@RJ25255 Amen! 👏👏👏
@@RJ25255 I am so happy yet so for these amazing HBCU bands. I'm happy that they have these moments to shine but their respective teams should be playing in these bowl games. How amazing would it be for this band to be *ON THE FIELD* during halftime as Alabama State takes on Southern for the National Championship
@@thedopplereffect9983 Right!
I'm so happy to see HBCU's in this parade!! I know these kids worked very hard practicing for this performance! Sounds a bit off! None the less, not many can say they've had this once in a lifetime experience.
and that's one of the many problems facing HBCU's. Not only should the bands be there but HBCU teams should be playing in the bowl games. It's a shame that we don't encourage our student athletes to support our schools.
@@thedopplereffect9983 Well the Celebration Bowl (HBCU championship- MEAC vs SWAC) is a good start! Of course, we've always had to start our own before we could receive worldwide recognition!
Don't sound good
@@dstgirl9of9 And that's fucking sad smh. No offense to you fam lol. But just the whole situation itself
@@RJ25255 Its not like we (African Americans) arent used to it! If they're not going to recognize our talents we have to recognize them ourselves! But the key is WE have to support our HBCU!! Pay Alumni Dues, Donate to scholarship funds, Create Scholaships, etc!! A lot of people will go to Homecoming, buy a outfit, go to a tailgate party and wont even buy a ticket to the game! That money supports scholarships!!
Black People......stop Hating on both ASU & FAMU because they are not playing your favorite rap song and booty dancing....I'm Proud to see my people of color having the opportunity to be apart of such a prestigious event. Most importantly, they are all getting a higher education which amazes those white spectators to see so many educated black young people in college. I don't care if they play the mickey mouse club music........I'M PROUD OF BOTH SCHOOLS! Please deter from your negative comments in regards to your own people.
Thank you for this post. From 1969-72, I was a member of the US Army's 82nd Airborne Division Band's Percussion Section. My good friend Tim Rogers was a member of the Alabama State Marching Band and a fellow percussion in the 82nd Airborne Division Band, also. He was great musician. This iteration of the Alabama State Marching Band looks and sounds great.
HBCU (FAMU, Alabama State) represent!!!
My favorite band! kisses from Brazil
I can't stop watching these videos! What an awesome marching band, gave me chills! 👋👋
This is one of the greatest performances I have seen by a marching band...Them girls was awesome
Blessings I made the first comment posted I have lived in California for over 25 years I am from Jackson, Mississippi I am proud of both Colleges that they were invited to participate in The 130th🌹 Rose Parade at all, I am proud of any Historical Black Colleges are Universities and any Southern Colleges are Universities that get invited to participate at this once a year event seen around the 🌎 World by Millions, there are thousands of people that come to California to just watch the Parade, there are hundreds of suggestions for bands to perform from around the 🌎 World for this event and these 2 bands were chosen, the panel that chose them did background and watched past performances and decided they liked them they were picked over all the other Colleges, Universities, and High School Bands, and Bands from around the 🌎 World, no one I have spoken to said one negative word regarding either band they were so happy to see 2 Southern Bands Perform, and have this opportunity regardless of what each person listening and watching felt about how the bands sounded are how the young ladies performed, remember a board picked these bands after much research and decided they liked them The 🌹 Rose Board of Pasadena, California out of thousands of choices, picked them, even some people in California that are not from the South regardless of their ethnicity don't even know what a Historical Black College are University is it opens peoples minds that there are others things they were unaware of regarding the South and there Colleges and there Universities some times the Bands that perform have to perform at other events before and after the 🌹 Rose Parade I don't know if these 2 bands had to, it felt real good to see 2 Southern Bands at the 🌹 Rose Parade 2019, I hope there are bands in the 2020 🌹 Rose Parade that are Southern and from Historical Black Colleges
So much negativity... i throughly enjoyed your performance... great job guys!!!! Congrats on being selected
Erica carwise ain’t no negativity... people just being honest... that was trash 🤷🏾♂️
Great performance and very entertaining. Thanks for posting. Alabama HBSU in the Rise Parade in California. Love it. Come back next year.
These HBCU bands are the only reason I ever went to watch the parade!
Congratulations!! ASU!! The Band Is Sharp!! Stingetts Beautifull Queens!! Thank you! Raised In Alabama. Now live in Texas!! The lead Stingett She's Awesome!!!
Great job! So nice to see HBCU's performing in my hometown :)
LOVE THIS!!! Great job representing ASU, the state and yourselves! AMAZING as always!
True example how black people will knock each other down because we hate to see each other doing something positive and making history... Y'all fail to realize this is a HBCU school and this could open a lot of opportunities for other HBCU to participate... I'm proud of y'all did AMAZING #MYHBCU
They're not the first to have done the Rose Bowl parade as an HBCU, But I do agree that WE as black ppl shouldn't knock each other down.
They should have had JState, Southern, even dega there at least.
I come across this comment right as “backstabbers” starts😂😂
Southern received an invitation to be in the number in 2020.
@@ataributler did they accept the invite?
THAT’s why they’re in movies. THAT’s why they made a TV series about them. THAT’s why they were invited to perform before the Queen, THAT’s why, do I need to keep going,....?????
But why do they sound like hot garbage.... I love HBCU bands but they did not sound good.
Even though I do talk a little trash here and there....But great job ASU I'm proud of both schools
Great video! Awesome band! Thanks, Alabama!
👍👍👌💕 Hard Work & the Parade is one of the longest besides the Macy Parade👍👍👍💜
Hbcus coulda been represented better, they ain’t sounding too hot🤦♂️
cuhleeb films I said the same thing... that ish sound bad.
It’s mainly cause there’s another band ahead. Thats why they should have at least 3 other events in between bands (3 probably not enough either😂)
I agree........... SU
Niyah Mercer nah... they just sound bad
The sad part is that they will get back to Campus and everyone will tell them how great the sound was 😂
LaBrian Woodyard 😭😭😂 be nice
Lol
im crying lol they finna have some big heads when thet get back
Right.... But oh well ....smh
Lol well lets be glad we got an HBCU in the parade... and just cover our ears...lol
Congrats Dr. Oliver! Looking good babies! #4Gr8rBands
Love it. Still watch at times and almost two years old
Dear trolls ...go back to 2018. Any and everything can be critique but most of you are doing it to tear each other down. Stop hating and start pointing out the things that were good. Improvement is always necessary for everyone, but this is an honor to be in the tournament of roses parade especially as a HBCU.
Now That Is. An AMAZING SUPPORT You Guys Have In Alabama So Much Love Was There💒😍😍😍😍😍😍
Aw man This used to be one of my favorite bands!!!!!... I think the arrangement of the band explains the sound... To put that much BRASS out in front and to push the woodwinds (the fullness and middle sound of the band) to the back BEHIND THE DRUMS? Mix that with elementary arrangements, no intonation... I LOVE THAT THEY WERE THERE...I just wish they were under better direction...
Nic Few traditional to March that way, almost every band does, this doesn’t have amps to smooooooth your music, could mix them up but marches would change due to differences in instrument sizes
Talk about a long parade this one will test your physical conditioning. Then you have to be focused and play as a team. So while you'll sitting on the sideline with the negativity, think of all the moving parts. You guys did well Bama and FAM. This coming from one 100% down The Human Jukebox. Yet we all have history and some of those same emotions will flow from hearing you as when I hear my band.. Luv you guys.
Michael - Indeed it does. I marched in the 1981 Tournament of Roses Parade, and it takes a big toll on you, especially flying from the east coast to the west coast (time difference).
Just have to work on their musicianship. Balance and intonation. Blasting notes is not better than backing off and blending. This has to be instilled from the top though. Can't blame this on the kids. At the end of the day, they are in school and helping to tear down stereotypes of us doing nothing but making crime. So keep it up and get that education. Sky is the limit.
Lamar 1 so the "kids" are the musicians behind the music and they can't be blamed??? Lmfao nigga CHOME
@@quesadillaman6876 let's see if we can talk intellectually about this without it becoming an argument and the use of the N word. There is a reason why you have a band director. If they don't set a standard and just allow them to only play loud, then that is on the director brother.
@Lamar with that being said, they should have invited a better band, or at least have someone else arrange for them for this nationally televised parade!
@@ddh07 I can agree there were definitely bands that were much more prepared sound wise to represent. No doubt.
Proud of Alabama State and FAMU, HBCU PROUD!!! HEY TUSKEGEE
You guys came all the way from Montgomery to march in the Rose Parade. Good job!
Good look for all the HBCUs today
Congrats ASU you guys did your very best! As always you went out and represented Hornet nation well. From a Piper, i say well done.
I'm glad Alabama State and Famu had the opportunity to make a presence at this event all the way in California. I'm glad there was some kind of HBCU representation; however, I think both bands could've performed better. I was expecting a good balanced sound from y'all and Famu. Maybe I'm used to southern and Jackson. Those bands bring energy, power, and a balanced sound..
The bands were "invited." This has more to do with politics.
@@johnh8705 politics have nothing to do with how they performed
John H - With the exception of the two college bands participating in the Rose Bowl game, along with the Salvation Army Band, the Pasadena City College Band and Honor Guard and the Los Angeles Unified School District Band, all of whom participate every year, all other bands must submit an application with list of achievements, video, etc. It’s not easy to be chosen because hundreds of applications are submitted each year. I’m not sure where your politics angle came from, and what it implies.
I would’ve like Aamu better
Wouldn't say that Southern had a rocky season! Inconsistent sound But Jackson was very balanced.
The Human Jukebox will be there in 2020. Can't wait!!
let's hope they do better.
@@Cerl84 I have NO DOUBT that they will!!
I can, better find something for that DM to do, my bad he WON't be there.
BEAUTIFUL JOB !
Don't talk smack about anyone here unless you can walk 5.5 miles...in heels!!! God be with you..
My future school ! CO ‘23 💪🏾⚽️
both bands have their own sound why do i see so much hate on ASU be glad they had the chance to represent hbcu these us people in california well except me dont really know too much about an hbcu band so speak positive. negative ass people on here acting like they the best thing going. gone head AS AS ASU
because this sound like SHAT
They did awesome!💥💥💥💯
Vocês são maravilhosos 👏👏👏❤😙
I love watching ASU Marching Band. Although I went in the military after high school we had quite a large band and won competitions in PA. Drum majors are great. Band marches with pride and discipline. Obviously the sour comments are from people that have had no experience. I have been watching you on You Tube and have caught a little on tv. Is it Dr. Oliver? You have done a fantastic job. I’m white and enjoy watching these colleges more so than others , better music selections, better dancing on the field! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Great video!❤
All blame on the directors
Great opp and ASU looks good!! I’m going to assume the video just distorted the actual sound.
Hey they did a great job! Hats off ASU! It takes extremely hard skill and talent to do this kind of work! Especially dance! The echo of the California hills is causing the echo not the band! So y’all quit being so critical of folks man! If you better you try it! They did an excellent job!
why are they all up on each other like damn, give some space.
DM’s so clean, as always for ASU.
Awesome! Didn't see much of the ladies at the back though - what did they do?
ASU.. U GUYS ROCK!!!!!!!!!!
the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LOOKING GOOD COMGRATULATION
worldwide!!!!
Ich persönlich mein es nur gut was ihr daraus macht liegt in eure Hände es GEHT um eure Zukunft und um euer Leben. Und auch um DIE Zukunft eure Kinder und Enkel Kinder. Klaus - Dieter Scheffel. geb Burget
I cant wait to classic
What happened to BBHMM, That’s on me, I like it like that? No code switching show out!!
Parabéns lindos 👏👏👏👏😙 Brasil. ❤
Y'all played it real safe...these Cali white folks would've enjoyed some real Southern flavor...the freedom given to news anchors these days, they would've highlighted you guys cuz u would've added some needed flavor to the Rose parade. The Entertainment not the same ol same ol makes it worth being out there at the crack of dawn freezing our azz off. We can comw see the flower floats, get on them, take flowers the next day. If u guys are invited this year, i really hope ASU performs, not ASU-safety
RESPECT!
すごくかっこいい♡京都より
Nice marching.
The band sounded a little off. Not crisp. The band looks smaller too.
But Hey! Still like watching this State School. All the way from Brooklyn NYC
I try to say something nice sometimes. Good job playing the same note over and over again on that first song. 🤷♂️
Good performance ! DM's were very conservative with their moves...a little shaky.....and needed more variation in their moves. Prairie View, Southern, Jackson St., N. Carolina A&T wouda brought more ! But Alabama still did good...sounded good and the Stingettes were breathtakingly beautiful.
Who is Carolina A&M?
@@ericford4490 I meant North Carolina A&T. Norfork State used to come thru HIGH & HARD stepping. Prarie View has a female head DM and they put on a show of variation .
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@@wesgriffin6081 and they still do come hard. I know both schools very well.... NCAT alum and I love all my MEAC institutions
AAMU 2005 brought IT!
@@fanofmusic256 I just checked it out...ur right ! AAMU 2005 Rose Bowl Parade ...that's what I'm talking about ! They slayed from all Pts of view !
What the hell!!! NO footage of the actual band???
Right!!??
Y’all stay trying to down talk 🤦🏾♂️ just give them they props and then click to another video 🤷🏾♂️
If they sound bad imma state my opinion
Life with N and J yo opinion don’t matter, you act like they don’t know if they sound bad or not, but from looking at your CZcams channel I assume you know something about being bad🤣
Yo....they sound bad. I actually like ASU but this was not good.
BEST MARCHING BAND N *HBCU*handsdown I even believe they surpass Marching bands in top Universities, and College's
WHY NO BREAK DOWNS. Hell who don’t want to see a little popping and dancing🤷♂️
This is so hard to watch with that band sounding like that !
The best Life Because they have been a disappointment for the last few years. From the halftime shows to the music. Oliver cant seem to recruit kids to come there and stay.
Sounding like high school....wow!!!
To their defense... They could actually be winded. The Rose Bowl is a long parade. Like 5 or 6 miles and starts early AM with a lot of prep. And the sound bounces off those buildings. It can make it seem like they’re out of tune at times. Plus BIG change of climate for them. Im from Cali. My brother was selected head All City drum major one year. He was winded without an instrument. He slept for hours afterwards.
boinkye FYI...Southern is one of the HBCU bands this year...watch and take note
@@geogreene949 Oh Im here watching for a reason... I know all about southern. Thx you. I was born in Calif... But not my parents...
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Stingettes provided a "Boss Performance! "
Can yall show the big girls at the back sometime....
Congratulations
Congrats
LOVE A S U !!!
OMG! The Drum Majors hit it at minute 5:55!!!
Push through my fellow marching hornets fall2k07
And i just have to ask, why does ASU director always have to have an escort, man please?
smiley 24 we had escorts in my years in band 74-78. Usually there is more. Reason safety, if there is an emergency they need to scramble the parade, there is an officer there to direct them.
I love you stingettes
HBCU representing ok now!!
Although now living in Mobile, AL I attended a HBCU -- Savannah State (Savannah, Georgia) in the 1970s on a Minority Scholarship (Shout out to all the Blue-eyed Soul Brothers!) and received the education of a lifetime! I was overjoyed to see Alabama State represent in this parade! And yes! They showed out FAMU! During my career in the USAF I continued to champion and herald the excellence of the education that awaits many youth! One thing I love about the culture of the HBCU is that it is inclusive and was ahead of its time before we knew what time it was! You feel me? Right On Alabama State! You brought the house and even though my heart remains with Savannah State, you made this old man proud!
Cold Steel was there too!
Come asu I’ve heard better coming from y’all. But ima still support my dream school💛🖤
I'm more impressed with Alabama State, because at least they didn't try to hide who they were. Since when did FAMU start playing the Star Wars theme when marching in parades?? I know they play SOS, and they used to play Backstabbers and I used to love when they did. Alabama stayed with their roots although the drum majors could use some work. The head especially, transitions are supposed to be a lot smoother
The STAR WARS song is a song that has long been a STAPLE in the FAMU repertoire and is one of the most HISTORIC and ICONIC FAMU shows ever. I believe that the FAMU staff probably wanted to add some nostalgia to their appearance.
Erica Jean-Louis this is a parade they play a variety of music, I guess what you’re accustomed to is their halftime performance and playing in the stand.
@@wandabradley8358 No, I'm not accustomed to anything because even though I'm in Florida I'm NOT a FAMU superfan. I've seen them March in several homecoming parades, ATL Classic parades, FL Classic parades and the Inaugural parade for Obama. So I'm not accustomed to anything
You try to reach your Audience in your Song Selection! I'm sure most of the ppl in attendance were familiar with and appreciated the Star Wars Theme selection. I'm not so sure they were familiar with or appreciated "Backstabbers"! But to each his own. Peace and Out!
Erica Jean-Louis girl chillout. It wasn’t a competition
Why 4 drum majors?
The Stingettes strut never looked better. 5.5 miles WHEW Again great footage @ShowtimeWeb
Why the dance captain all on the drum majors like that omg
I love my BLACK.
The flag banner holders were to close made them look to bunched up and took away from the drum majors
The Stingettes MAKE this
The Honeybeez can’t get no camera love??
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Nawl Nawl Nawl!....Don't tell me they played "Back Stabbers"! ....LOL!!!