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Rasicm in the 1950's
Rock and Roll was a big part of the 1950’s. But with Rock and Roll came a lot of racism. Much of the music was recorded by African American men, but this at the time was not acceptable, so “Cover versions” were made. The original soundtrack was re-recorded by a White male. Many people thought those songs were the only version’s made. In 1954 a man name Alan Freed began to play the real versions of the songs. Rock and Roll was not the only genre of music that was becoming increasingly popular, another type of Blues, Electric Blues. This originated when black Americans’ were promised work, they made music that was louder than the hustle and bustle of the street outside. The music became popular. Singer’s like Little Richard, Fats Domino, etc. Alan Freed played a major part in making people aware of what was taking place. These artists have made a big impact on today’s music, and were a big part in history.