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How Louis Armstrong Became The First Black Pop Star

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This chapter delves into Louis Armstrong's transformative influence on the music industry, emphasizing his status as a pioneering black pop star. It features insights from a leading expert on Armstrong's life, music, and the societal challenges he faced during his rise to fame.

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