1970's Musicians
This groups hit single "I Want You Back" stayed at the top of the Billboard 100 for four weeks.
Who are the Jackson 5
This 80's hip-hop band did a remake of an Aerosmith song, featuring Aerosmith.
Who is Run DMC
If you wanted to be stylish in the 70's, what kind of jeans would you have worn?
What are Bell Bottoms
This hairstyle which is the growth of naturally textured hair and requires hair to be combed away from the scalp became popularized in the African American Community in the early 1970's.
What is the Afro
This Brooklyn native became the first African American woman to run for President in 1972.
Who is Shirley Chisholm.
Despite losing his sight at birth, this musician went on to win 25 Grammy's through out his entire career.
Who is Stevie Wonder.
In 1987 this hip-hop artist made it big when he released songs like "I Need Love" and "I Can't Live Without My Radio".
Who is LL Cool J
This dance move gained popularity after Michael Jackson recreated it during his Motown 25 performance.
What is the Moon Walk
Originated in Africa this hairstyle which requires hair to be braided close to the scalp made a huge comeback in the 1970's.
What are cornrows
What is the Black Panther Party
Crowned the "Queen of Soul" this singer started off as a gospel singer at a young age, her music inspired musicians such as Elton John and Paul McCartney. She is best known for her smash hit "R-E-S-P-E-C-T"
Who is Aretha Franklin
With their hit "Rappers Delight" this trio were the first group to have a rap single on Billboard 100's Top 40.
Who is the Sugar Hill Gang
The 1978 movie "The Wiz" stared these two legendary singers, as Dorthy and the Cowardly Lion.
Who is Michael Jackson and Diana Ross.
With the rise of hip hop Afros were shaped up with the sides cut and cornrows were braided in with flairs of individuality. This hairstyle became popular among artists such as Bobby Brown, Big Daddy Kane and The Fresh Prince (Will Smith)
What is the Fade/ Hi-top Fade
In 1980 American entrepreneur Robert Johnson launched this popular television network to showcase black culture and music.
What is BET
This 1970's musician is known for her smash hit "Proud Mary"
Who is Tina Turner
This Jamaican DJ nicknamed "The father of hip hop" has been credited with helping originate hip hop in the Bronx.
Who is DJ Kool Herc
This televised musical program featured in-studio dancers showcasing the latest moves. The show brought African American cultural expression into millions of non-black households
What is Soul Train
This hairstyle regained popularity when reggae artist Bob Marley came onto the music scene.
What are dreadlocks
In 1986 this talk show host became the first black person to have a nationally syndicated show.
Who is Oprah Winfrey.
This soul legend struggled with substance abuse and mental illness up until the day of his shooting at the hands of his father.
Who is Marvin Gaye
This popular dance form created in the 1970's by African American and Puerto Rican Bronx natives has served as a staple in hip hop culture.
What is Break Dancing.
This controversial reggae artist's death, due to cancer, was complicated by the fact that his Rasta beliefs led him to refuse most treatments in the early 80's.
Who is Bob Marley
This hairstyle provided a glossy curly style that became popular in the late 70's and early 80's. It became popularized by musicians such as Michael Jackson.
This world renowned heavy weight boxer born Cassius Clay rose to fame in the 1970's. He is known for his catch phrase "Float Like A Butterfly Sting Like A Bee"
Who is Muhammad Ali