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<\/p>\nFlorida A&M University is honoring the legacy of Michael Jackson in a major way.<\/p>\n
In celebration of Black History Month and ahead of the worldwide release of \u201cMICHAEL,\u201d the Marching 100 delivered a high-energy performance of Jackson\u2019s hit \u201cDon\u2019t Stop \u2019Til You Get Enough.\u201d<\/p>\n
The tribute connects HBCU band culture with Jackson\u2019s global influence on music, movement and performance.<\/p>\n
A Shared Legacy of Excellence<\/p>\n
FAMU leaders say the moment reflects a shared tradition of excellence.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt FAMU, excellence is not a goal. It is our tradition,\u201d said President Marva B. Johnson, J.D. \u201cMichael Jackson transformed culture, broke barriers and demanded a standard of artistry the world had never seen. That spirit lives in every step our Marching 100 takes on the field.\u201d<\/p>\n
Similarly, the university\u2019s band program sees a direct connection between Jackson\u2019s precision and the discipline required in HBCU marching culture.<\/p>\n
\u201cMichael Jackson elevated entertainment through originality and discipline \u2014 the same standard the Marching 100 has upheld for decades,\u201d said Shelby Chipman, Ph.D., FAMU\u2019s director of bands.<\/p>\n
Historic Leadership Moment for the Marching 100<\/p>\n
The performance also marked a milestone for the band.<\/p>\n
Oluwamodupe \u201cDupe\u201d Oloyede, the first female head drum major in Marching 100 history, led the tribute.<\/p>\n
\u201cServing as the first female head drum major while honoring Michael Jackson is incredibly meaningful,\u201d Oloyede said. \u201cProgress requires courage. As student leaders at an HBCU, we are empowered to challenge limits, innovate boldly and carry our culture forward.\u201d<\/p>\n
Her leadership mirrors Jackson\u2019s own history of redefining expectations on the global stage.<\/p>\n
The \u201cMICHAEL\u201d X HBCU Marching Bands Initiative<\/p>\n
The tribute is part of the broader \u201cMICHAEL\u201d X HBCU Marching Bands initiative, which celebrates pioneers while spotlighting the next generation of creators and performers.<\/p>\n
Briana McElroy, head of digital marketing for Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, emphasized the cultural connection.<\/p>\n
\u201cFor Michael\u2019s fans everywhere, his legacy of performance and artistry is enduring,\u201d McElroy said. \u201cThat legacy lives powerfully within HBCU communities, where music, movement and excellence have long been expressions of culture and identity.\u201d<\/p>\n
The collaboration bridges tradition and future, highlighting how HBCUs continue to shape global culture.<\/p>\n
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When Does \u201cMICHAEL\u201d Release?<\/p>\n
The Marching 100\u2019s Michael Jackson tribute can be viewed on FAMU\u2019s official social media platforms and on the film\u2019s official channels.<\/p>\n
\u201cMICHAEL\u201d is scheduled for theatrical release on April 24, 2026.<\/p>\n
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