discuss the topic in the news article you chose and how it is connected to the historical material we have studied thus far. 

Now that we have examined the background of hip hop and discussed the four elements, let’s bring the discussion into the present. Hip hop has become a global phenomenon that has gone beyond just the music and the four elements. For this discussion, find a news article no older than one month that is related […]

Examine one style of (African American influenced) music exclusively (blues, gospel, jazz, hip hop, etc.).

Two options: #1 You may examine one style of (African American influenced) music exclusively (blues, gospel, jazz, hip hop, etc.). If you choose this option I expect you to address the historical roots of the selected musical genre, identify some of its key innovators, and discuss its impact on American music. You also should identify […]