, /PRNewswire/ -- Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB), the nation's premier showcase for Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching bands, announced today that North Carolina A&T University and have been selected by its Legacy Council as the first two bands in the 2025 HBOB lineup. Marking its West Coast debut at SoFi Stadium in , the HBOB Invitational Showcase will feature six high-energy bands for its highly anticipated return on . The 2025 HBOB band selection process kicked off with the Honda selects, North Carolina A&T University and .
These bands will soon issue a head-to-head challenge to two other eligible bands to join the HBOB lineup. The final two HBCU bands to perform at HBOB will be voted in by the fans. "This year's Honda Battle of the Bands band selection process will be the most exciting ever, with two HBCU marching bands issuing a dynamic 'challenge' to two other bands to demonstrate their musical showmanship," said , senior vice president, Corporate Affairs, American Honda Motor Co.
, Inc. "With the help of our fans, Honda looks forward to hosting a final lineup that will deliver an unforgettable experience for both the bands and the fans." Honda launched the public voting phase of the program today, with fans invited to vote for their favorite bands once per day, , at .
The two bands receiving the highest number of votes from a roster of eligible schools will be awarded the final two spots in the HBOB 2025 lineup. Voting results and the complete l.