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Ladies Sing the Blues: The Black Entertainers Who Dazzled the 1920s

The Exploress

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Rise of Black Female Entertainers in the 1920s

The chapter delves into the bold and unapologetic performances of black female entertainers like Ethel Waters, Gladys Bentley, and Josephine Baker, who broke barriers and challenged societal norms in the 1920s. It explores the struggles and successes of these talented women who used music as a platform to express their lives authentically and confront racial dynamics in the entertainment industry. The narrative highlights the discrimination, challenges, and triumphs faced by black chorus girls, singers, and dancers during this transformative era.

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