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Black Music Month: Celebrating the Trailblazing Black Pioneers of Country Music
Country music, rooted in early 20th-century rural traditions, is enriched by Black American musical heritage. Today, we honor the Black pioneers who have shaped and those who continue to influence the genre.
His 50-year career, marked by 17 GRAMMYs and the Kennedy Center Honors, included significant contributions to country music, such as his soulful rendition of "America the Beautiful," which highlighted his deep appreciation and unique influence on the genre. Gaining fame as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist of Hootie & the Blowfish, Darius Rucker achieved multi-platinum status with their Double Diamond-certified debut album, Cracked Rear View. She signed with Capitol Records Nashville, released her debut EP in 2015, and has received several accolades, including a GRAMMY nomination for "Black Like Me" and co-hosting the 56th Academy of Country Music Awards.
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