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How Black Culture Influenced Drum line - Historically Black Colleges and Universities have heavily influenced some of today’s biggest hits. Songs like “Industry Baby” by Lil Nas X and “Love Lockdown” by Kanye West wouldn’t sound the same without the catchy, marching band inspired beats. Arthur Buckner talks to percussionist Dasmyn Grigsby about the evolution of HBCU marching bands and how they continue to influence pop culture today.

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How Did Pop Music Evolve into HYPERPOP?

What started as a way to categorize "genre-less" music has evolved into a music phenomenon

How Black Culture Influenced Drum line

A look at the evolution of HBCU marching bands and how they influence pop culture today.

In Defense of Auto-Tune

Linda Diaz and Arthur Buckner uncover how Auto-Tune became THE in-demand tool for studios.

About Sound Field

Arthur Buckner and Nahre Sol are accomplished musicians and music teachers exploring the music theory, production, history and culture behind our favorite songs and musical styles.