It can’t be helped. Black music is special, housing songs that can both get you out your seat and mobilize political action. From gospel anthems to hip-hop tracks, how has music become a driving force in Black political protest, amplifying calls for justice and joy? We're breaking all that down with our guest today, Tonya Pendleton. Tonya is a true funk soldier and host of WORD-Radio’s daily “Reality Check” program. With her expertise, we'll explore the evolving soundtrack for the Black Revolution on this episode of Black History Year. To learn more about Tonya's work, find her on Instagram @IAmTonyaPendleton. -- Black History Year (BHY) is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school and explore pathways to liberation with people leading the way. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes a difference. If this episode moved you, share it with your people! Thanks for supporting the work. Hosting BHY is Darren Wallace. The BHY production team includes Brooke Brown, Amber Davis, Mina Davis, Kevin McFall, Gabby Roberts, and Leslie Taylor-Grover. Our producers are Cydney Smith and Len Webb, who also edits the show. BHY’s executive producers are Julian Walker and Lilly Workneh. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices