“If you don’t know your full-throttle history, the whole story of how you come to where you are, it’s kind of hard to put things together.”
- NIPSEY HUSSLE
SJL KNOWLEDGE PORTAL
This channel is meant to act as a growing resource library, accessible for all Seeking Spotlights contestants to browse, learn, and create. Take a look and learn about Black Music History & Culture in your city.
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LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the world. The city is known for being a music giant, where artists worldwide flock to chase their dreams. African American culture and community has flourished in this great city, and the music is a staple. Click below to learn more about Black Music in Los Angeles.
NEW YORK / BROOKLYN
New York City, one of the most recognizable cities in the world. Black music in this city has gone along with historical events, groundbreaking moments, and created entire genres of music. Black music in itself is one of the greatest cultural impacts of the city. Please click below to learn more about all of the amazing artists, historical moments, and creations that have come from New York.
PHILADELPHIA
The home for the creation of Black Music Month, this city is rich with culture and impact. Many of the greatest music artists of all time have come out of this city, and influential musical creations. Please Click Below to learn more about Black Music in Philadelphia.
DETROIT
Home of one of the greatest record labels of all time, there is no question that Detroit has been majorly influenced by Black Music. Many music giants have come from Detroit, and hold the title of true legends.
MEMPHIS
Memphis is accredited to much of the music you hear today. If you want to learn about the history of music in America in general, Memphis is one of the top cities where their is plenty to pull from.
West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach is responsible for some of the top music artists, and producers today. Learn more about what how this city impacts the Black community, and creates much of the music scene you know today.
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