Blues, country, folk, and hip-hop music relate in more ways than you know.

Banjo, Blues and Country Music A Seat at the Table

Premiered September 15, 2019
Banjo, Blues and Country Music

Blues, country, folk, and hip-hop music relate in more ways than you know. One of the main instruments, used is county music originated from West Africa. When breaking into a different genre of music, some artists aren't welcomed or accepted. This episode takes an inside look into these music genres in collaboration of PBS' documentary, "Country music," A film by Ken Burns.

About the Program

A Seat at the Table

A Seat at the Table is a weekly series hosted by intelligent, outspoken, unapologetic African-American women. Hosts Denene Millner, Monica Pearson, and Christine White are accomplished in their own right and bring their unique perspectives through candid conversations about family, careers, health, finance, beauty, relationships and more.

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