I read Brenden Slocumb’s Symphony of Secrets and the storyline centered around a white composer taking credit for his Black girlfriend’s composition. I was reflecting on the similarities between that and how you described Beyoncé’s situation. Really appreciate it, I wouldn’t have had the lens to see it otherwise.
Great comment on the Beyoncé snub. I love her song with Rhiannon Giddens on banjo. It’s just great music and country music fans are going to miss out on expanding their musical tastes, not something one segment of fans is known for. Many of my favorite artists, especially LGBTQ + and people of color like Giddens have found support in Americana. Unfortunately that market is a fraction of country. (Also I love that you quote Jake Blount. I am a big fan.) l
Thank you for taking the time to read my wall of text! I discovered Jake during my research for this piece and I'm now a huge fan as well! I'm still searching for my place in black music history. I'm hoping that, one day, I can make a piece of art that stands the test of time.
I read Brenden Slocumb’s Symphony of Secrets and the storyline centered around a white composer taking credit for his Black girlfriend’s composition. I was reflecting on the similarities between that and how you described Beyoncé’s situation. Really appreciate it, I wouldn’t have had the lens to see it otherwise.
Thanks for taking the time to read it!!!
Great comment on the Beyoncé snub. I love her song with Rhiannon Giddens on banjo. It’s just great music and country music fans are going to miss out on expanding their musical tastes, not something one segment of fans is known for. Many of my favorite artists, especially LGBTQ + and people of color like Giddens have found support in Americana. Unfortunately that market is a fraction of country. (Also I love that you quote Jake Blount. I am a big fan.) l
Peace and love to yiou, Mrs. K
Thank you for taking the time to read my wall of text! I discovered Jake during my research for this piece and I'm now a huge fan as well! I'm still searching for my place in black music history. I'm hoping that, one day, I can make a piece of art that stands the test of time.