FAQ About The Role of Jazz in Political Movements
How did jazz music influence the Civil Rights Movement?
Jazz music played a pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement by providing a platform for African American empowerment and expression. Musicians like John Coltrane and Nina Simone used their music to address issues of racial inequality and injustice. Tracks like Coltrane's 'Alabama' and Simone's 'Mississippi Goddam' directly confronted the harsh realities of racism, uniting people in the struggle for equality.
