Gospel, Etc Flashcards
(23 cards)
What are Gospel songs?
Early 1900s sacred songs that grew out of Christian worship.
What do Gospel songs comment on?
They comment on the trying circumstances of black life.
What do songs of social change insist on?
Radical change in political status.
What is a notable song that reflects themes of social change?
“Strange Fruit”
Reminiscent of Dunbar’s poem “The Haunted Oak”. Listen here
What genres are mixed in Jazz?
Jazz is a mix of genres including African, opera, Native American, ragtime, marching-band, spirituals, work songs, and blues.
Where did Jazz primarily originate?
Jazz is mostly a city phenomenon, capturing new urban America, especially originating in New Orleans.
What historical influences shaped Jazz?
The influence of the TRAIN includes spiritual trains bound for glory, the Underground Railroad, and the Great Migration moving away from slavery.
What is a key characteristic of Jazz music?
Jazz is collaborative, featuring call & response of voices & instruments.
Which song is featured in Ellison’s Invisible Man?
(What Did I Do to Be So) Black and Blue
Featured in Ellison’s Invisible Man.
Where can I find a performance of ‘(What Did I Do to Be So) Black and Blue’?
You can find a performance at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vDm1lomVHU
What genres are mixed in Rhythm & Blues (R&B)?
Rhythm & Blues (R&B) is a mix of blues, jazz, Latin, and gospel.
What is the significance of Detroit’s Motown label?
Detroit’s Motown label is important in the history of Rhythm & Blues.
What is a notable song by Marvin Gaye?
“What’s Goin’ On?”
What is a notable song by Stevie Wonder?
“Living for the City”
What musical styles influenced Hip-Hop?
Sung speech influenced by preachers’ sermons, talking between verses in blues.
What themes are often found in Hip-Hop lyrics?
Competitive boasts, verbal violence, humor/parody.
Where did Hip-Hop mostly originate?
Mostly originated in 1970s New York City streets.
What social issues does Hip-Hop often critique?
Political critique from urban underclass: sense of disempowerment & need for change.
What is a notable Hip-Hop song addressing social issues?
“The Revolution Will Not Be Televised”
What is another notable Hip-Hop song that critiques media?
“Don’t Believe the Hype”
