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Celebrating Black History: Timeless music legends

The unforgettable and forever celebrated faces

  • Sydney Megan Jow
  • 28 February 2017
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Marvin Gaye

One of the most seminal figures for R&B and groove, Marvin Gaye is a classic among any budding artist. Famous for a perfectly smooth, sultry voice and deep, soulful vibrations, Gaye revolutionized sexiness in music throughout the 70s and 80s. His hits ‘Let’s Get It On’, ‘What’s Going On’ and ‘How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)’ are synonymous with good times and even better feels.

Tribe Called Quest

The grouping of Tribe Called Quest paved the way for progressive, alternative rap music across the globe. Between experimental beat-making, quick slick lyrics and smart social commentary, Q-Tip, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, Jarobi White and the late Phife Dawg revolutionized an entire artistic movement.

 
 
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