"Black & Proud" is a chronicle of perhaps the most important music genre of our time. The abundance of groundbreaking songs is so vast that each year from 1945 is dedicated to its own double page. Each page highlights a musical milestone of the year, providing information on its creation, background, and impact, which is not only fascinating for vinyl enthusiasts. While the development of subgenres and the careers of outstanding artists are in focus, the political climate of the respective time and the progress of the civil rights movement in the USA are also addressed. In this way, readers gain a comprehensive overview of the history of African American music and are able to make connections, recognize the significance of individual songs in their political and social context, and trace the emergence of entire genres.