Summary: - Meet 40 of the most important and exciting black musicians the world has ever seen - - Each book in the 40 Inspiring Icons series introduces readers to a fascinating non-fiction subject through its 40 most famous people or groups. In this book- 40 of the most inspirational movers shakers and innovators in black music history are waiting to be heard. Find out about each artist's most iconic shows genre defining techniques friends rivals and nicknames. Each artist profile is complete with 5 must-listen-to tracks: perfect for the budding audiophile. - - About the Author: - Olivier Cachin is an experienced French writer and TV and radio journalist specialising in African American music and hip-hop. - - Jérome Masi is a freelance illustrator from France whose client includes Monocle magazine Der Spiegel Puma and British Airways. - - Olivier Cachin is an experienced French writer and TV and radio journalist specialising in African American music and hip-hop. - - Jérome Masi is a freelance illustrator from France whose client includes Monocle magazine Der Spiegel Puma and British Airways - - Product Details: - Series: 40 Inspiring Icons - Hardcover: 96 pages - Publisher: Wide Eyed Editions - Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Music