How Gospel Music has Influenced Contemporary Music

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  1. 4. Rock and roll star heavily influenced by gospel music.
  2. 5. Type of church that influenced Elvis through his parents.
  3. 7. Religion reflected in many gospel-influenced mainstream songs.
  4. 12. Award won by Kanye West for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album.
  5. 15. Community from which gospel music originated.
  6. 17. Vocal technique where a leader sings a phrase and others respond.
  7. 19. Singer known as the "Queen of Soul."
  8. 20. Genre of music that originated in African American churches and influenced many modern music styles.
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  1. 1. Genre that, along with gospel, influenced the music of Ray Charles.
  2. 2. Modern genre that often incorporates gospel choirs and inspirational themes.
  3. 3. Kanye West album released in 2019 that reflected his Christian faith.
  4. 6. Live gospel album performed by Aretha Franklin in 1972.
  5. 8. Genre heavily influenced by gospel harmonies, melodies, and vocal techniques.
  6. 9. Genre directly derived from gospel music and popularised by artists like Aretha Franklin.
  7. 10. Artist who blended gospel music with secular lyrics to help create modern R&B.
  8. 11. Rapper known for incorporating gospel choirs and Christian themes into his music.
  9. 13. A key aspect of gospel music known for being powerful and expressive.
  10. 14. MUSIC Broad category of music significantly shaped by gospel traditions.
  11. 16. Genre shaped by gospel's energetic rhythms and enthusiastic performances.
  12. 18. Record label Ray Charles signed with in 1954.