Black musicians

We take a look at the most talented black singers, songwriters and remarkable performers who have transformed the music industry.

Producer and engineer Malcolm Cecil taught Stevie Wonder how to use the TONTO — the instrument that would change his career forever.

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Clora Byrant often goes unrecognized as a musical pioneer. Bryant was trumpeter who collaborated with Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. Bryant played a critical role in paving the way for women instrumentalists in a male-dominated world of jazz. Byrant was born May 30, 1927, in Denison, Texas. She grew up singing in her Baptist church ...

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In celebration of his birthday, we pay homage to Stevie Wonder - the man who brought colour to the world only he had ever seen

Stevie Wonder is an American singer, songwriter, musician and record producer. A prominent figure in popular music during the second half of...