Posts Tagged ‘Black Musicians’
This Day in Black History: Jazz Singer Ella Fitzgerald is Born
Like many jazz musicians, Ella Fitzgerald was born in the early 20th century before rising to fame for her music.
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Quincy Jones! Musician and Arranger Extraordinaire
The all-time most nominated Grammy artist with a total of 76 nominations and 26 awards, Quincy Jones has also received an Emmy Award, seven Oscar nominations, and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.
Read MoreDon’t Worry, Be Happy! Happy Birthday, Bobby McFerrin!
Most people know Robert “Bobby” McFerrin, Jr.’s famous catchy tune, but few know the man behind the infamous song.
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Harry Belafonte, life-long advocate for human rights!
The Hon. Laura Richardson of California in the House of Representatives gave a moving tribute to Harry Belafonte on his birthday.
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