NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — The Tennessee State University marching band has been nominated for two different Grammys after putting out an album and participating in a collaboration.
"The Urban Hymnal" was nominated in the Best Roots Gospel Album category. Their collaboration with artist J. Ivy's "The Poet Who Sat By the Door" also received a Grammy nod.
“This is a tremendous day in the history of our beloved Tennessee State University,” director of bands Reginald McDonald said. “This is not just a band accolade, but a university-wide accomplishment."
They are the first collegiate band to receive a nomination in Grammy history.
