The Music Industry Couldn't Handle Luther Vandross
Briefly

Music in the '70s and '80s transcended boundaries, mixing genres like soul, rock, jazz, and classical, reshaping the industry dominated by racial prejudices.
The Black music scene of the '70s produced intricate albums by artists such as Stevie Wonder and Earth, Wind & Fire, challenging racial categorization.
Yacht Rock reflects a complex cultural narrative, highlighting how artists, originally unaware of their categorization, contributed to an evolving definition of their genre.
Interviews with songwriters reveal the struggle to define a genre that blends influences while highlighting the personal journeys of artists in the music industry.
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