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African-American singers and musicians have created some of the most exciting and important music in the world! From the soulful sounds of blues and jazz to the energetic beats of hip-hop and pop, these artists have shaped music history. This article introduces you to many talented African-American singers, rappers, and musicians and the cool music styles they are known for.

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Meet Some Music Legends

Here are just a few of the amazing artists who have made a huge impact on music:

Louis Armstrong restored
Louis Armstrong was a jazz superstar known for his trumpet playing and singing.
George Benson
George Benson is a Grammy-winning jazz guitarist and singer.
Chuck Berry 1957
Chuck Berry was a pioneer of rock and roll music.
James Brown Live Hamburg 1973 1702730029
James Brown, often called the "Godfather of Soul," was famous for his energetic performances.
Ray Charles classic piano pose
Ray Charles was a legendary singer and pianist who blended soul, R&B, and gospel.
Nat King Cole (Gottlieb 01511)
Nat King Cole was a smooth jazz pianist and singer.
John Coltrane 1963
John Coltrane was a very influential jazz saxophonist.
Sam Cooke billboard
Sam Cooke was known as the "King of Soul" music.
Miles Davis by Palumbo cropped
Miles Davis was a groundbreaking jazz trumpeter and composer.
Sammy Davis Jr. 1972
Sammy Davis Jr. was a multi-talented entertainer, singing, dancing, and acting.
Fats Domino (1962)
Fats Domino was a rock and roll and R&B icon from New Orleans.
Dennis Edwards with the Temptations in 1968
Dennis Edwards was a lead singer for the famous Motown group, The Temptations.
Duke Ellington - publicity
Duke Ellington was a jazz composer, pianist, and bandleader.
Art Farmer
Art Farmer was a talented jazz trumpeter and flugelhorn player.
Ella Fitzgerald (Gottlieb 02871)
Ella Fitzgerald, the "First Lady of Song," was a jazz singing legend.
Roberta Flack 1971
Roberta Flack is a Grammy-winning singer known for her soulful ballads.
Aretha Franklin 1968
Aretha Franklin, the "Queen of Soul," had an incredibly powerful voice.
Marvin Gaye (1973)
Marvin Gaye was a Motown superstar known for his soulful R&B music.
Dizzy Gillespie01
Dizzy Gillespie was a famous jazz trumpeter and a pioneer of bebop.
Buddy Guy 2008
Buddy Guy is a blues guitar master and singer.
Isaac Hayes 2
Isaac Hayes was a soul singer, songwriter, and producer.
Jimi Hendrix 1967 uncropped
Jimi Hendrix was a revolutionary rock guitarist and singer.
Gil Scott-Heron - 10-03-2009 San Francisco, California
Gil Scott-Heron was a poet and musician, often called the "Godfather of Rap."
Billie Holiday, Downbeat, New York, N.Y., ca. Feb. 1947 (William P. Gottlieb 04251)
Billie Holiday was a jazz and blues singer with a unique style.
JohnLeeHooker1997
John Lee Hooker was a highly influential blues singer and guitarist.
Whitney Houston Welcome Home Heroes 1 cropped
Whitney Houston was a global pop and R&B superstar with an amazing voice.
Michael Jackson, 1988 (46845017052)
Michael Jackson, the "King of Pop," was one of the most famous entertainers ever.
Etta James
Etta James was a powerful blues, R&B, and soul singer.
Rick James in Lifestyles of the Rich 1984
Rick James was a funk and R&B artist known for his energetic music.
Al Jarreau
Al Jarreau was a Grammy-winning jazz and R&B singer.
Quincy Jones May 2014
Quincy Jones is a legendary music producer, composer, and musician.
B.B. King in 2009
B.B. King, the "King of the Blues," was a master guitarist and singer.
Eartha Kitt 2007
Eartha Kitt was a singer, actress, and cabaret star.
Gladys Knight 1997
Gladys Knight is a soul and R&B icon, known for her powerful voice.
Patti Labelle
Patti LaBelle is a dynamic R&B and soul singer.
Taj Mahal (musician)
Taj Mahal is a blues musician who plays many instruments.
Johnny Mathis
Johnny Mathis is a popular singer known for his smooth voice.
Curtis Mayfield
Curtis Mayfield was a soulful singer, songwriter, and producer.
Aaron Neville
Aaron Neville is a unique R&B and soul singer from New Orleans.
Jessye Norman- In Conversation with Tom Hall (15977754135) (cropped)
Jessye Norman was a world-renowned opera singer.
Billy Preston
Billy Preston was a talented keyboardist and singer in soul and rock.
Prince at Coachella (cropped)
Prince was a musical genius, blending pop, rock, R&B, and funk.
Charley-Pride 1981
Charley Pride was a pioneering African-American country music star.
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Lou Rawls was a Grammy-winning R&B, soul, and jazz singer.
Otis Redding (2)
Otis Redding was a soulful singer and songwriter.
Little Richard in 2007 (cropped)
Little Richard was a flamboyant rock and roll pioneer.
Lionel Richie in 2017
Lionel Richie is a pop and R&B superstar, known for his ballads.
Max Roach
Max Roach was a highly influential jazz drummer.
Smokey Robinson by Gage Skidmore
Smokey Robinson is a legendary Motown singer and songwriter.
Nile Rodgers Coachella 2018 (cropped)
Nile Rodgers is a famous guitarist, songwriter, and producer.
Sonny Rollins 2011
Sonny Rollins is a legendary jazz saxophonist.
Diana Ross (1982)
Diana Ross is a pop and R&B icon, famous for her work with The Supremes.
Otis Rush at Notodden bluesfestival
Otis Rush was an important blues guitarist and singer.
Nina Simone 1965
Nina Simone was a powerful jazz, blues, and soul singer and pianist.
Mavis Staples
Mavis Staples is a gospel and soul music legend.
Nobel Peace Price Concert 2009 Donna Summer3
Donna Summer, the "Queen of Disco," had many hit songs.
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Cecil Taylor was a groundbreaking jazz pianist.
Iketurner1997
Ike Turner was a blues and rock and roll musician.
Tina Turner 50th Anniversary Tour
Tina Turner was a rock and roll queen known for her powerful voice and stage presence.
Dionne Warwick 2 (cropped)
Dionne Warwick is a Grammy-winning pop and R&B singer.
Dinah Washington 1962
Dinah Washington was a jazz, blues, and R&B singer.
Johnny Guitar Watson-1996
Johnny "Guitar" Watson was a blues, funk, and soul musician.
Muddy Waters november 1976
Muddy Waters was a hugely influential blues musician.
Lil Wayne July 2020
Lil Wayne is a very popular hip-hop artist.
Barry White, Bestanddeelnr 927-0099
Barry White was known for his deep voice and romantic soul music.
Maurice White 1982
Maurice White was the founder and leader of Earth, Wind & Fire.
Nancy Wilson (1968)
Nancy Wilson was a Grammy-winning jazz singer.
Bill Withers 1976
Bill Withers was a soulful singer-songwriter.
Stevie Wonder 1973
Stevie Wonder is a musical genius, known for his amazing songs and piano skills.
191125 Lil Nas X at the 2019 American Music Awards
Lil Nas X is a modern hip-hop and pop star.

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