Top Chicago Vocalists to be Showcased For Black Music Month in June
2021-06-24
Black music speaks a universal language.
There's no denying the African-American influence on our culture and on the music scene throughout history. From gospel songs of spiritual worship throughout the decades, to soulful sounds we sing a long to on our car radios, to wedding ceremony playlists, to the ever-popular "slide" songs.
Black music speaks a universal language that resonates with millions; regardless of race, creed or color. Statisa.com reports that "As of June 2019, 68 percent of adults aged between 18 and 34 years old reported listening to music every day, and the majority of their older peers also enjoyed music with the same regularity."
THE ORIGINS OF BLACK MUSIC MONTH...
Black Music Month was established by former president, Jimmy Carter in 1979, and celebrates the African American musical influences that represent an essential part of our nation’s treasured cultural heritage.
According to the National Museum of African American History and Culture: " African American musicians and artists have also developed and influenced classical music traditions, country and western music, pop music, and dance music such as disco, techno and house, among other genres and styles. Millions of people around the globe listen to and are touched by music that carries elements of African American musical traditions."
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