Black Achievements in Music: Celebrating Louis Armstrong, Beyoncé, and More
Written by Elliott Smith
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About this audiobook
Music changes over time, and new artists rise to fame with every generation. Black artists of the past and present have produced hit songs, won Grammy Awards, and written about difficult or challenging topics. Their creative styles have influenced other artists in a variety of genres, including pop, rap, and R&B. Celebrate artists such as Nina Simone, Prince, Aretha Franklin, and Kendrick Lamar who have made notable achievements in music.
Elliott Smith
Elliott Smith is a writer and editor based in Falls Church, Virginia.
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