Drumline: A New Beat 💎

as Dr. Nia Phillips: The university dean who shares a history with Sean Taylor.

Drumline: A New Beat is a 2014 television film directed by Bille Woodruff and serves as the sequel to the 2002 cult classic Drumline . Produced by VH1 and executive produced by Nick Cannon , the film captures the sound and competitive spirit of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching bands while introducing a fresh perspective centered on a female lead. Drumline: A New Beat

The story follows (Alexandra Shipp), a talented drummer from an upper-class Brooklyn family. Defying her parents' wishes, she enrolls at the fictional Atlanta A&T University with the singular goal of revitalizing their once-famed drumline. Produced by VH1 and executive produced by Nick

: Clashing with upperclassmen and rivals, specifically her cousin Tyree (Jeff Pierre) and a talented peer named Jayven (Jordan Calloway), who also serves as her love interest. : Clashing with upperclassmen and rivals, specifically her

as Devon Miles: The protagonist of the first film makes a cameo appearance, showing where his professional career has taken him since his college days. Production and Legacy

: Balancing her individual ambition with the discipline required for a collective unit.

as Dani Raymond: The ambitious freshman drummer determined to break barriers in the male-dominated drumline.