Tennessee State makes history as first marching band to win Grammy

Last Updated on February 11, 2023 11:43 PM CST

Tennessee State University’s “Aristocrat of Bands” made history by becoming the first band to win a Grammy award for their album “The Urban Hymnal” which won Best Gospel Roots Album. The album was co-produced by songwriter/producer Dallas Austin, artist/songwriter Sir the Baptist, and TSU professor Larry Jenkins.

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! pic.twitter.com/K6RPmdrqKT

— Tennessee State University (@TSUedu) February 5, 2023