These videos also mirror a complex historical pattern of Black musical innovation being embraced and co-opted by mainstream ...

especially those involved in the spaces of Hip-Hop and R&B music. There is no room or leeway to play politics with the predominantly white higher-ups. Given that Black music is a commodity ...

The historical significance of Black popular music in American culture ... in her emotional vocal renditions that blended gospel, R&B, blues and a bit of jazz. One of her biggest hits, “Respect ...

For example, shops that catered to soul, R&B, reggae, jungle, drum ‘n’ bass, UK garage, dub, hip-hop, and other Black music genres played an instrumental role in shaping the UK’s music charts.