Black musicians have deeply shaped country music, from the banjo’s African roots to modern hits by artists like Beyoncé, Lil Nas X, and Shaboozey. Despite its diverse origins, country music has often overlooked these influences, but that’s changing as more voices are recognized.
Linda Diaz interviews musicians and experts, including Blanco Brown and Alice Randall, to discuss the genre’s diverse history and how Black artists have helped shape its evolution.
It’s Time to Rethink the Banjo (feat. Béla Fleck and Abigail Washburn)
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