The Official Marching Band of Jackson State University
Music. Dance. Fun.
The Sonic Boom of the South is comprised of a group of young musicians committed to becoming the best in all AREAS of marching band pageantry. As the official marching ensemble of Jackson State University (JSU), THE SONIC BOOM sets high expectations for ITS members—always exuding excellence in every show.
Established in the 1940s, the Jackson State University Marching Band was dubbed “The Sonic Boom of the South” in 1971 by the students in the band. Performing at venues all over the United States, THE band is currently composed of 250 members representing every discipline at the university-all coming together for the love of music.