Impact of Black Artists on American Music
Black artists have significantly influenced American music, making it inseparable from its Black roots.
From country-western to rock 'n' roll, every major American genre traces its lineage to Black innovation and creativity.
- Country-western draws upon banjo music from Africa.
- Rock 'n' roll was first electrified by a Black woman, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, in 1938.
American music, at its core, is inseparable from a history defined by reinvention and resilience.
Black musicians have pioneered sounds that changed the course of popular music, such as Fela Kuti's Afrobeat, which inspires contemporary stars like Burna Boy and Wizkid.
Author's summary: Black artists shaped American music.
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