Thursday, May 23, 2013

Information On African American Classic Country Singers

By Antoinette Quinn


One can find a lot of information on African American Classic Country Singers. Much of this information may be relevant to the songs, time period in which they performed, and what critics would say. Much of this information can be useful and many find this to be interesting.

Many would say this style of music originated from different European Cultures. Others believe it was a collaboration of both since many would work and play together in the rural areas of the south. Many of the older artists such as Ray Charles can recall starting out with this particular genre as well as associating with those of white background to play.

Many have found the history on the banjo to be a little confusing with many cultures having a version of this instrument that has originated within their culture. However it is common belief that the American version is a modified version of an instrument that was brought by the slaves from Africa. This helps to add to the influence of the genre by many African Americans during its conception.

It is common for many to believe that the conception of this style of music began around the early 1900s with much influence from the black community. However it is true that many of the early artists never achieved fame due to the culture. Although some did achieve a level of recognition by being accepted to the Grand Ole Opry or being given the opportunity to play with other well known artists.

Many have attributed influence to some of these lesser known black artists. These include artists from a variety of different genres as well as well known artists like Hank Williams and Johnny Cash. Many can recall learning to play like them as well as studying some of the picking techniques that they may have developed or mastered.

It was not uncommon for some to receive a start in playing this style of music only to branch into other genres in order to achieve fame. Many like Ray Charles can recall doing such as well as the influence the style had on some of his later music. Many of todays artists still attribute a lot of influence to this genre such as Akon who find the simple lyrics and story are some of the better points that they try to carry over into their music.

One will find that many are more accepting of the idea of a black artist for this genre. Many such as Percy Jenkins are finding it easier than in previous years to make it big with this genre. Although these artists have been around since the early conception of the genre, many have found it easier to branch into other genres.

Many African American classic country singers have influenced this particular genre from the beginning. Although their popularity may not be as widely known as others such as Johnny Cash, one can find their influence in many. From some of the early influences to those that found it easier to become famous in other genres, much can be attributed to their influence and a vast variety of information is available on the subject.




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