From early twentieth century jazz phenoms like Billie Holiday, to brilliant choreographers like Alvin Ailey, Black Artists Rock! The Cool Kids’ Guide A-Z Volume 2 honors the African American creatives who followed their hearts, succeeded against all odds, and left legacies and works of art that will inspire countless generations to come.

Through vibrant lyrical text, Black Artists Rock! The Cool Kids’ Guide A-Z Volume 2 is a continued celebration of the myriad of accomplishments by the best-of-the best and the coolest-of-the-cool Black artists of the twentieth century. As a follow up to Black Artists Rock! The Cool Kids’ Guide A-Z, this second volume continues its artfully curated portrayals of extraordinary Black artists in music, literature, theater, dance and much more. Highlighting groundbreaking achievements, Black Artists Rock! Vol.2 offers both little-known facts about household names (Alvin Ailey, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder), as well as key introductions to overlooked pioneers (Thelonious Monk, Chef Leah Chase, Grandmaster Flash). This book will delight, educate and inspire readers of all ages!