The Beatles, Rock, and Race in America

After John, Paul, George and Ringo brought the British Invasion across the Atlantic, rock and roll saw a resurgence that helped cement what many people called “race music” as a core part of American identity.
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On February 7, 1964, the Beatles made their arrival in the United States. After John, George, Paul, and Ringo brought the British Invasion across the Atlantic, rock and roll saw a resurgence that helped cement what many people called “race music” as a core part of American identity.

Written by Karen Robertson. Narration by Dr. Nicholas B. Breyfogle. Video production by Laura Seeger, Dr. Nicholas B. Breyfogle, and Cody Patton.

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50 Years Ago: the Beatles, Rock, and Race in America