Bill > SR210

This resolution recognizes June as "African-American Music Appreciation Month" in Louisiana, honoring the state's profound contributions to African-American music, particularly in the realm of Hip-Hop. The resolution traces the historical significance of African-American music, starting with President Jimmy Carter's 1979 designation of Black Music Month and President Obama's 2009 renaming to African-American Music Appreciation Month. It highlights Louisiana's rich musical heritage, emphasizing the state's role in developing diverse genres like jazz, zydeco, blues, and Hip-Hop. The resolution specifically celebrates Louisiana's Hip-Hop legacy, highlighting pioneering record labels like No Limit Records and Cash Money Records, and recognizing influential artists such as Lil Wayne, Juvenile, Lil Boosie, and others who have shaped the musical landscape. By acknowledging these artists and their contributions, the resolution underscores how Louisiana's musical innovators have not only created groundbreaking art but have also profoundly influenced global culture, connecting communities and telling powerful stories through their music.

https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=25rs&b=SR210&sbi=y