Arts Music & Culture How Louis Armstrong became the first Black pop star 5:00am July 04, 2025 Share URL copied to clipboard! Play Pause There was an error loading the media player. Author Ricky Riccardi says Armstrong's innovations as a trumpeter and vocalist helped set the soundtrack of the 20th century. His book is Stomp Off, Let's Go. Originally broadcast Jan. 30, 2025. 300x250 Ad More Fresh Air Health & Safety National Can't sleep? Journalist Jennifer Senior says you're not alone in your insomnia by Terry Gross Arts 'Dear Ms.' documentary tells the story of the groundbreaking feminist magazine by David Bianculli 300x250 Ad Support quality journalism, like the story above, with your gift right now. Donate
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