History
What other music genres evolved as a result of the success of R&B music?
Soul, disco, funk, new jack swing, Neo-Soul, rock-n-roll, pop and hip-hop
Which rapper from N.W.A. died from illness?
Eazy-E
Who is the "King of pop"?
Michael Jackson
Which rapper holds the current record for most song entries in the Billboard Top 100?
Drake
Dr. Dre
This genre of music was born in the Bronx, New York in 1973
Hip Hop
"Biggie Smalls" was trademarked by another rapper so he changed his name to?
The Notorious B.I.G.
This legendary vocalist was nicknamed "The Voice" for her significant singing abilities.
*Hint* (and IIIIII--eee--IIII will always love YOUUU)
Whitney Houston
Who is the female artist with the most grammy wins, most vma wins, and most bet award wins in history?
Beyonce
Starred in a show called Degrassi and originated in Toronto
Drake
Birthplace of Jazz?
New Orleans, Louisiana
What is Jay-Z's real name?
Shawn Carter
In the mid 1960's this festival was born, introducing new audiences to an interactive parade and raising the profile of African/Black/Caribbean foods, arts, culture, music and dance. It has now grown to become the largest such event in the world, bringing in thousands of people to share in the experience. It is held in the beginning of August in Toronto.
Caribana
The song Billie Jean was the first music video by an African-Americanan to appear on MTV, which was created by?
Michael Jackson
Alicia Keys, is an American R&B singer-songwriter, that is best know for playing which instrument?
The Piano
In the 1940's what genre of music was developed by African-Americans?
R&B
THE BIG THREE of Young Money (Label)? (Hint: Classic 2010s rap trio)
Drake, Nikki Minaj, Lil Wayne
This R&B legend was killed by his father over a dispute about money.
Marvin Gaye
Who has/ what is the best-selling album ever?
Michael Jackson/ Thriller
Name one of the two African-American male musicians who played the piano and were blind.
Stevie Wonder/ Ray Charles
What does the term R&B music represent? This term was first used by Billboard magazine in the late 1940's.
Rhythm and Blues
First Billionaire rapper?
Jay-Z
What instrument did the famous musician Jimi Hendrix play?
The guitar
This rapper won Academy awards as part of the cast of the movie, "Crash".
Ludacris
What month is African-American music appreciation month?
June