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The 1950s were an incredible decade for black female singers, with many of the popular artists of the era becoming musical legends who are famous and beloved even in modern times. These soul, gospel, and R&B artists performed for sold-out crowds at the most prestigious arenas and sold records all around the world.
18 Μαρ 2024 · Black Americans were tired of US policies that systematically discriminated against them, and it was in the 1950s that the movement calling for change made progress. But, while these were turbulent times for Black communities, they also inspired great music.
30 Ιουν 2018 · In celebration of Black Music Month, we compiled a list of groundbreaking black female jazz and blues artists who paved the way for today's biggest music acts.
1 Φεβ 2021 · In honor of Black History Month, we’re celebrating Black women in music. We’re starting things off with the oldies—including several Motown hits, which helped shape an era of music. The Marvelettes’ record “Please, Mr. Postman” was the first from Motown to reach No. 1 on the pop charts.
19 Δεκ 2023 · Singer and pianist Dinah Washington was noted as the most famous black female recording artist of the 1950s. She performed primarily as a jazz artist, incorporating blues, R&B, and pop styles into her music.
2 Ιαν 2024 · The 1950s saw the rise of iconic black female singers such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, and Dinah Washington. These women defied societal expectations and became trailblazers in the music industry, paving the way for future generations of black female artists.
1 Σεπ 2024 · Some famous black female soul singers sing the blues while other top black woman soul singers infuse gospel into their heartfelt songs. Many of the best black female soul singers have written chart-topping hit singles, and can be considered some of the greatest female singers ever.
