Langston Hughes: Biography

Langston Hughes
Born:
Feb 1, 1902 in Joplin, MO

Died:
May 22, 1967 in New York, NY

Genres:
Music, Comedy & Spoken Word, Classical Music

Decades Active:
1920's|1930's|1940's|1950's|1960's


Artistic Quality
High
Cultural Impact
High
Popularity
Medium



Pre-eminent statesperson of the African-American movement, before Martin Luther King. His expression was directly related to jazz and blues. A quintessential figure.

- Michael G. Nastos, All Music Guide

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