1956
in MusicAlbums
8
Artists
10
Milestones
13
Notable Releases
Significant Milestones
Democratic National Convention Performance
AchievementJackson performed "I See God" at the 1956 Democratic National Convention, silencing a rowdy hall and demonstrating her power to move audiences in secular venues.
Meeting Martin Luther King Jr.
Cultural MomentJackson met Martin Luther King Jr. and Ralph Abernathy at the National Baptist Convention, beginning her deep involvement in the civil rights movement.
First R&B Hit
Debut"Please, Please, Please" released on King Records' Federal subsidiary became the Famous Flames' first R&B hit, selling over a million copies and establishing Brown's signature sound.
Musical Career Launch
AchievementBegan professional singing career with Joseph "Le Grand Kallé" Kabasele's band L'African Jazz at age 16.
