How Black Music Took Over the World
Narrated by Shamaan Casey
- Released
- June 4, 2026
- Length
- 10 hrs 51 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Sigma
How Black Music Took Over the World, by Melvin Briggs and narrated by Shamaan Casey, explores the profound influence of Black musical innovation on global culture. Combining cultural history and musical analysis, the audiobook delves into how African musical traditions have shaped diverse genres worldwide, from blues to pop to carnival music. It emphasizes the core elements of rhythm and movement, challenging traditional Western musical hierarchies and offering fresh perspectives on Black musical heritage.
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