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Tag: Black Music

Posted inLifestyle

Biden Issues Proclamation for Black Music Appreciation Month

by Stacy M. Brown June 3, 2021December 21, 2021

President Joe Biden issued a proclamation this week recognizing June as Black Music Appreciation Month, honoring what he called the unparalleled influence of Black music and culture on the American songbook.

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