The Crossover

How did The Supremes impact American music and culture?

• They were known for destructive stage performances.

• They were the first Black group to achieve crossover success in pop music.

• They were known for protest songs against the Vietnam War.

• They introduced jazz to mainstream audiences.

What role did Motown play in breaking racial barriers in the music industry?

• It promoted only jazz music.

• It helped Black artists gain recognition in a predominantly white music industry.

• It focused solely on Black audiences without crossover success.

• It had no influence on racial integration.

A song that is recorded with intent to succeed in one market and does well commercially in another

• A crossover

• A cover

• A one hit wonder

• A chart topper

What is a crossover in the context of music?

• A song that becomes popular in multiple genres

• A song that is only popular in its original genre

• A song that is never released

• A song that is only performed live

Which artist is known for achieving crossover success in the 1980s?

• Madonna

• Elvis Presley

• The Beatles

• Beyoncé

What is the significance of crossover music in cultural integration?

• It keeps music genres separate

• It allows for cultural exchange and integration

• It limits the audience to a specific group

• It only benefits the original artist

How did crossover music impact the global music industry?

• It had no impact

• It led to the fusion of different musical styles

• It restricted music to local markets

• It decreased the popularity of traditional music

Which genre is most associated with crossover success in the 1990s?

• Grunge

• Hip-hop

• Classical

• Jazz

What is a key characteristic of a crossover hit?

• It is only popular in one country

• It appeals to a diverse audience

• It is never played on the radio

• It is only available online

Who is an example of a crossover artist in the country music genre?

• Taylor Swift

• Jay-Z

• Adele

• Mozart