In an exciting invitation, Grammy-nominated artist Travis Scott took to social media recently to extend an opportunity to college bands, particularly those from Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Scott tweeted that he’s looking for college bands to collaborate with him at the upcoming Coachella festival.
Following the debut of his new single “4×4,” featuring performances from Prairie View A&M University’s Marching Storm band and a sample from Tennessee State University’s Aristocrat of Bands, Scott encouraged any HBCU or college band capable of taking on the song’s horn arrangement to showcase their talent.
“Any hbcu or really any college with a band. Big or small. That stand to take on that horn arrangement from 4×4. I’m down to bring u with me to Coachella to do it with me. And posssibly figuring out a way to take care a semester cause college is hard. But music is fun. :)). Show me something,” the rapper said in his tweet.
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This gesture could elevate the visibility of participating bands and enhance recruitment efforts for HBCUs seeking to attract more students passionate about music. The opportunity to perform at Coachella would also provide invaluable exposure for young musicians and promote the cultural significance of HBCU bands on a world-renowned platform.
As buzz builds around the prospect of an HBCU band gracing the Coachella stage, students and faculty alike have eagerly responded to the tweet showcasing their skills and unique sounds.