The Drumline from the NSU Spirit of Northwestern Band was joined by the NSU Steel Band Pandemonium and Samba Batucada Band in a free concert before a delighted audience on the downtown riverbank stage Friday, October 24. Much of the audience were community members and visitors who found a bit of serendipity on a Front Street. Friday night.

The drumline played a variety of pieces that they normally perform at Demon football games, while the Steel Band Pandemonium played several songs with a Caribbean theme, including the Limbo dance, a traditional feature of each year’s concert. NSU’s Samba Batucada Band was a welcome addition to the 2025 Drums Along the Cane lineup. This band features Brazilian instruments and played several Brazilian pieces,

One of the unique aspects of the Steel Band Pandemonium is that one does not have to be a member of the Spirit of Northwestern Band or even a music major or student, to join. Any community member willing to learn and put in the work is welcome.

The hard working members of the Spirit of Northwestern band are a delightful group of young men and women who contribute much to the quality of life in our community. Fork ‘em Demons!