Music was popularized in the twentieth century beyond those who had the ability to play musical instruments or sing by the spread of recording technology. ... This is probably partly because Britain's youth did not yet have the kind of money to influence what recording companies offered, but it also reflects the fact that Britain did not have easy access to the deep tradition of black music.
――四天王寺国際仏教大学 (2月4日実施)――2004年