Black artists were foundational to the roots of country music, but the industry has been famously inhospitable to Black performers. MARKS: I heard, “You won’t sell” … because I’m Black, without saying because I’m Black. And I was like, “Oh, that’s Joe Nichols.” And they were like, “Oh, well, you know country music.” I was like, “Yeah, I actually do.” Country music is a way of life. Like, I’m going to post about it, but I’m going to tell you that I’m not the only one. Q: Rissi, on “Colour Me Country” you make a point to discuss Black historical figures and accomplishments in country music.

Source: bd News24 February 18, 2021 06:33 UTC