PLAYLIST: THE SOUL
OF A CENTURY

As we prepare to roll out our History of Black Music special issue—the first part of a sprawling American saga—we present The Soul of a Century, which provides a vital soundtrack. Starting with ragtime and culminating with the electrifying soul/R&B of the late '60s and early '70s, it's a spellbinding listening experience. Dive in.

The Spotify version is embedded below and at this link; the Apple Music playlist is here.